Basic Concepts of Computer Hardware and Software

Which of the following components is considered the 'brain' of the computer?

• Hard Disk

• Motherboard

• CPU

• RAM

Which of the following terms refers to a hardware device commonly used to access the internet?

• Wifi

• Web Browser

• Modem

• Web Server

What is the Spanish translation of the English acronym 'RAM' commonly used in computing?

• Read Access Memory

• Random Access Memory

• Run Access Memory

• Random Assignment Memory

Which of the following hardware components stores data long-term in a computer, including the operating system and files?

• RAM

• Hard Disk

• GPU

• CPU

What is the main function of the GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) in a computer?

• Perform complex mathematical calculations

• Produce graphics and render images

• Control data flow in RAM

• Store system files

What is a common form of solid-state storage memory?

• CD-ROM

• DVD

• USB

• Hard Disk

Which of the following interfaces is commonly used to connect a computer to a wired network?

• Bluetooth

• HDMI

• Ethernet

• USB

Which of the following connections is used to connect a computer to a wireless network?

• Bluetooth

• HDMI

• VGA

• USB

What hardware component temporarily stores data and programs in use?

• Hard Disk

• RAM

• CPU

• Sound Card

What is the main purpose of an operating system?

• Manage files

• Manage system resources

• Run applications

• Develop software