Quiz on Fundamentals of Computer Hardware

What is the main purpose of a mainframe computer?

• To browse the internet

• To create graphics

• To manage large business operations

• To play video games

Which type of computer is known for being very small and used for specific tasks?

• Mainframe

• Microcomputer

• Minicomputer

• Supercomputer

What does MIPS stand for in relation to mainframe computers?

• Multiple Instructions Per Second

• Mega Instructions Per Second

• Mainframe Instructions Per Second

• Millions of Instructions Per Second

What is a common use for minicomputers?

• Playing high-end video games

• Storing information for small businesses

• Managing large databases

• Running complex simulations

What is the primary feature of a supercomputer?

• It is portable and lightweight

• It has the highest performance and data processing abilities

• It is the same as a microcomputer

• It is used for simple tasks

What does FLOPS stand for?

• Fast Floating Operations Per Second

• Floating Logic Operations Per Second

• Fast Logical Operations Per Second

• Floating-Point Operations Per Second

Which of the following is NOT a feature of mobile devices?

• Touch screen

• WiFi connections

• Large physical size

• Bluetooth connections

What is a common use for microcomputers?

• Simulating nuclear tests

• Weather forecasting

• Everyday tasks like browsing the internet

• Running large databases

What is the typical cost of a supercomputer?

• A few hundred dollars

• Thousands of dollars

• Millions of dollars

• Free to use

What type of computer is often used in scientific studies?

• Minicomputer

• Microcomputer

• Mainframe

• Supercomputer