Computing Quiz

What was the original meaning of the term "computer"?

• A device used to connect to the internet

• A person who performs mathematical calculations

• A machine that produces graphics

• A tool for managing databases

When was the word "computer" first used in the English language?

• 1600s

• 1700s

• 1800s

• 1900s

Which of the following is considered one of the earliest computing devices?

• Abacus

• Apple II

• IBM PC

• The Sherkinator

Which of the following best describes hardware?

• The programs and applications that run on a computer

• The physical components of a computer system

• The operating system that manages computer resources

• The data stored on a computer

Which of the following best describes software?

• The physical components of a computer system

• Programs and applications that run on a computer

• Devices used for input and output

• The electricity powering the computer system

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

• Monitor

• Printer

• Scanner

• Speaker

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

• Mouse

• Scanner

• Video Card

• Joystick

What does the acronym LAN stand for in networking?

• Local Area Network

• Large Area Network

• Long Access Network

• Low Access Network

What does the acronym WAN stand for in networking?

• Wide Area Network

• Wireless Access Network

• Wide Access Network

• Local Area Network

What is the primary purpose of a router in a computer network?

• To store and manage data

• To connect different networks and route data between them

• To provide power to network devices

• To display information on a screen