L1 - Elements of a Computer

What are the physical components of a computer called?

• Software

• Firmware

• Middleware

• Hardware

Which of the following is an example of an input device?

• Monitor

• Keyboard

• Speaker

• Printer

What does CPU stand for?

• Central Performance Unit

• Computer Processing Unit

• Central Programming Unit

• Central Processing Unit

Which type of memory is used for data that is currently in use?

• External Storage

• Primary Storage

• Secondary Storage

• Tertiary Storage

Which of the following is NOT a type of secondary storage?

• Solid State Drive (SSD)

• Random Access Memory (RAM)

• Compact Disk (CD)

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

What is the purpose of a Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)?

• To manage input/output devices

• To process graphics and images

• To control the power supply

• To store data

Which of the following is a type of primary storage?

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

• Flash Drive

• Read-Only Memory (ROM)

• Compact Disk (CD)

What is the main function of an I/O device?

• To input and output data

• To process data

• To store data

• To manage network connections

Which of the following is an example of secondary storage?

• CPU

• ROM

• RAM

• SSD

What does RAM stand for?

• Read-Only Memory

• Rapid Access Memory

• Read-Access Memory

• Random Access Memory