Computer Science Vocabulary Quiz

Which component is often referred to as the 'brains' of a computer?

• RAM
• CPU
• ROM
• Secondary storage

What is the smallest piece of information used by a computer called?

• Byte
• Bit
• Nibble
• Word

Which type of memory is used to store data that is actively being used by a processor?

• ROM
• RAM
• Cache
• Virtual memory

What term refers to the long-term data storage options found in a device?

• Primary storage
• Secondary storage
• Tertiary storage
• Volatile storage

Which type of memory cannot be changed?

• RAM
• ROM
• Cache
• Flash memory

What do we call devices used to input information into a computer?

• Output devices
• Processing units
• Input devices
• Storage devices

What is the term for applications and programs used by a computer?

• Hardware
• Firmware
• Software
• Middleware

What do we call a process used to solve problems in computer science?

• Syntax
• Algorithm
• Bug
• Code

What term refers to a programming error?

• Glitch
• Virus
• Bug
• Crash

What do we call the different programming languages used to write instructions for computers?

• Syntax
• Algorithm
• Code
• Script