Understanding Computer Storage

What is a bit?

• A bit is a unit of measurement for weight.

• A bit is a type of computer virus.

• A bit is a binary digit, either 0 or 1.

• A bit is a programming language.

How many bits are in a byte?

• 32

• 8

• 16

• 4

What does binary mean?

• A system that uses three digits, 0, 1, and 2.

• A method of encoding text using letters A to Z.

• A numerical system using two digits, 0 and 1.

• A numerical system that includes negative numbers.

What is the smallest unit of data in a computer?

• bit

• megabyte

• kilobyte

• byte

How many bytes are in a kilobyte?

• 1000

• 512

• 1024

• 2048

What is a megabyte?

• A megabyte is 512 kilobytes.

• A megabyte is 2,048 kilobytes.

• A megabyte is 1,024 kilobytes or 1,048,576 bytes.

• A megabyte is 1,000 bytes.

What is the purpose of computer storage?

• To increase the speed of the computer's processor.

• To provide a backup power source for the computer.

• To enhance the graphics performance of the computer.

• The purpose of computer storage is to retain data and programs for access and use by the computer.

What do we call 1024 megabytes?

• 512 megabytes

• 1 terabyte

• 1 gigabyte

• 2048 megabytes

What is a gigabyte?

• A gigabyte is a type of computer hardware.

• A gigabyte is a unit of digital information equal to 512 megabytes.

• A gigabyte is a unit of digital information equal to 1,024 megabytes.

• A gigabyte is a measurement of time in computing.

How many bits are in a nibble?

• 16

• 8

• 2

• 4