Basic Computer and Network Knowledge Quiz

What is a computer?

• A type of software application

• An electronic device that can receive, process, and store data

• A network of interconnected devices

• A device that can only store data

What does CPU stand for?

• Central Processing Unit

• Computer Personal Unit

• Central Peripheral Unit

• Computer Processing Unit

What is the function of RAM?

• To temporarily store data being processed

• To connect to the internet

• To permanently store data

• To process data

What is a network?

• A collection of software applications

• A connection between two or more computers

• A type of computer hardware

• A method of data storage

What is the purpose of a router?

• To store data permanently

• To connect computers to a network

• To process data

• To provide power to devices

What does IP address stand for?

• Interconnected Protocol address

• Internet Protocol address

• Internal Processing address

• Internet Personal address

What is the difference between a computer and a laptop?

• Computers are portable, laptops are not

• Laptops are smaller and portable, computers are larger

• There is no difference

• Laptops are larger than computers

How can you protect a computer network from attacks?

• By sharing passwords

• By using outdated software

• By installing and updating firewalls

• By ignoring security updates

What is a Local Area Network (LAN)?

• A type of internet connection

• A network that only connects mobile devices

• A network that connects computers in a limited area

• A network that covers a large geographical area

What happens to data in RAM when the computer is turned off?

• It remains in the RAM

• It is transferred to the hard drive

• It is lost

• It is saved permanently