Introduction to Computing Vocabulary Quiz

What is the physical component of a computer that you can touch and see?

• Software

• Hardware

• Data

• Program

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Which device is used to point and click on items on a computer screen?

• Keyboard

• Monitor

• Mouse

• Printer

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What is the term for programs and other operating information used by a computer?

• Hardware

• Software

• Firmware

• Peripherals

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Which of the following is an example of a peripheral device?

• CPU

• RAM

• Printer

• Motherboard

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What is the main circuit board of a computer called?

• Hard drive

• Motherboard

• Power supply

• Graphics card

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Which of the following is NOT an input device?

• Keyboard

• Mouse

• Monitor

• Scanner

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What is the primary function of the CPU in a computer?

• Store data

• Process data

• Display data

• Print data

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Which type of software is used to perform specific tasks for users?

• System software

• Application software

• Utility software

• Firmware

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What is the term for a collection of data or instructions that tell the computer how to work?

• Hardware

• Software

• Network

• Database

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Which of the following is an example of system software?

• Microsoft Word

• Adobe Photoshop

• Windows Operating System

• Google Chrome

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