Hardware and Software Quiz

Which of the following is an example of system software?

• Microsoft Office

• Adobe Photoshop

• Operating System

• Games

What is the function of a processor in a computer system?

• Connect to the internet

• Control the activities of the computer system

• Output sounds and music

• Store data for later use

What is the main function of Random Access Memory (RAM) in a computer system?

• Store data for later use

• Get data into the computer system

• Control the activities of the computer system

• Output sounds and music

Which type of memory technology is most common in RAM?

• SODIMM

• DRAM

• DDR3

• DDR2

What is the purpose of cache memory in a computer system?

• Connect to the internet

• Speed up data access by storing frequently used data

• Control the activities of the computer system

• Store data for later use

What is the main function of the motherboard in a computer system?

• Connect all devices in the computer system

• Control the activities of the computer system

• Connect to the internet

• Output sounds and music

Which port is used to connect a monitor to a computer system?

• USB port

• Ethernet port

• Video port

• Modem port

What is the main purpose of a graphics card in a computer system?

• Output sounds and music

• Handle the display of images on a monitor

• Control the activities of the computer system

• Connect to the internet

Which type of port is used to connect a keyboard and mouse to a computer system?

• USB port

• PS/2 port

• Firewire port

• Ethernet port

What is the function of a sound card in a computer system?

• Output sounds and music

• Control the activities of the computer system

• Store data for later use

• Connect to the internet