Computer and Networking Concepts Worksheet

Which of the following is NOT a requirement to run a computer?

• Processor

• Monitor

• Memory (RAM)

• Power supply

In order for a digital device to be considered a computer, it must have _______.

• the ability to process data

• a touch screen display

• wireless internet access

• a built-in camera

Which of the following is NOT true about the RAM?

• RAM is a type of volatile memory.

• RAM stores data permanently.

• RAM allows data to be read and written quickly.

• RAM is used by the CPU to store temporary data.

Which of the following is NOT true about the CPU?

• The CPU is the brain of the computer.

• The CPU stores all the data permanently.

• The CPU processes instructions.

• The CPU performs arithmetic and logic operations.

Which of the following is an output device?

• Monitor

• Keyboard

• Mouse

• Scanner

What is used to convert from a computer language, like Java or Python, to Machine Language?

• Compiler or Interpreter

• Web Browser

• Text Editor

• Database

A group of computers in a building or small geographic area connected together is called a _______.

• LAN (Local Area Network)

• WAN (Wide Area Network)

• MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)

• PAN (Personal Area Network)

Which of the following connection devices is only used on a LAN and always broadcasts the message to all devices it is connected to?

• Hub

• Switch

• Router

• Bridge

Which device is needed to connect two networks together. AKA: Gateway

• Router

• Switch

• Hub

• Repeater

Which of the following is NOT true about the MAC address?

• It is a unique identifier assigned to network interfaces.

• It operates at the Data Link layer of the OSI model.

• It can be easily changed by software on all devices.

• It is used for communication within a local network.