Hardware, Software and Storage Devices

What was the purpose of early devices like the abacus?

• To create artistic designs
• To store historical records
• To serve as a decorative item
• For solving simple calculations

Which of these is an early computing device?

• Abacus
• Telegraph
• Typewriter
• Calculator

Modern computers are different from early devices because they can

• Solve only simple problems

• Store and process a lot of information quickly

• Work without electricity

• Be made from wood

Which of these is an example of a modern computer?

• Smartphone
• Tablet
• Smartwatch
• Laptop

Which device is used to store files and easily carry them around?

• External hard drive
• CD/DVD
• Cloud storage
• USB flash drive

Which generation of computers are we using today?

• Third generation
• Second generation
• Fifth generation
• First generation

What is computer hardware?

• Refers to software applications.

• Is the data stored on a computer.

• Is the internet connection of a computer.

• Is the physical components of a computer system.

Which of these is an example of software?

• A hardware component
• A web browser
• Keyboard

• An operating system

Which hardware part is used to type on a computer?

• Printer
• Keyboard
• Monitor
• Mouse

What is the purpose of software in a computer?

• To enhance the physical appearance of the computer.
• To provide internet connectivity to the computer.
• To tell the computer what to do

• To store data permanently on the computer.