Understanding Computer Hardware

Sanya is learning about computer components in her class. She wants to know what an input device is.

• A device that stores data permanently.

• A component that displays output from a computer.

• A software program that processes input.

• An input device is a hardware component used to input data into a computer.

Siya is setting up her computer for a project. She needs to identify three examples of input devices that she can use to interact with her computer.

• Monitor

• Printer

• Keyboard, Mouse, Scanner

• Projector

During a class presentation, Kabir used a projector to display his slides. What is the primary function of output devices?

• To convey information from a computer to the user.

• To store data for future use.

• To process information before sending it to the user.

• To connect the computer to the internet.

Eshaan is working on a project and needs to print out his research findings. He also wants to display some graphs on a screen. List two common output devices that Eshaan might use.

• Monitor, Printer

• Scanner

• Webcam

• Speaker

Aashi is organizing her computer files and needs to save a large amount of data. What type of device should she use to store this data?

• Input device

• Storage device

• Output device

• Network device

Kiara is trying to decide between using an SSD or an HDD for her new gaming laptop. She wants to know the difference between the two types of storage.

• SSD is slower and less durable than HDD.

• HDD is faster and uses flash memory instead of mechanical parts.

• SSD is faster and more durable than HDD, which is slower and uses mechanical parts.

• SSD and HDD are the same in terms of speed and durability.

Eesha is trying to understand how a computer works. She learns that the CPU plays a crucial role in the system. What is the role of a CPU in a computer system?

• The CPU provides power to the computer's hardware.

• The CPU is responsible for managing network connections.

• The CPU stores data permanently in memory.

• The role of a CPU in a computer system is to execute instructions and process data.

Riyaan is learning about computer hardware in his class. He needs to name two types of processing units. What should he say?

• Motherboard, Power Supply

• RAM, SSD

• Network Card, Sound Card

• CPU, GPU

Sneha is setting up a new office and needs to connect all the computers, printers, and other devices. What is networking hardware used for?

• To enhance the visual design of websites.

• Networking hardware is used to connect and manage devices in a network.

• To create software applications.

• To store data in a database.

Shreya is setting up a new office and needs to connect all the computers to the internet. Give an example of a networking device she might use.

• Switch

• Access Point

• Modem

• Router