EDPM- Computer Hardware #1

Computer Hardware

Introduction

What is computer hardware?

The physical components of the computer that performs the input, output, processing and storage activities.

Fill in the Blank

In computing, an __________ is a piece of equipment used to provide data.

Multiple Choice

Is a typewriter-style device which uses an arrangement of buttons or keys to act as a mechanical lever or electronic switch. 

• Mouse

• Speakers
• Keyboard
• Light Pen

Multiple Choice

A video camera connected to a computer, allowing its images to be seen by Internet users.

• Webcam
• Speakers
• Keyboard
• Light Pen

Multiple Choice

A hand-operated device that allows control of the cursor on a computer screen.

• Mouse
• Keyboard
• Printer
• Hardware

Multiple Choice

Scanner

• input devices
• output devices
• storage devices
• processor

Multiple Choice

Touchpad

• input devices
• output devices
• storage devices
• processor

Fill in the Blank

In computing an ______________ is any piece of computer hardware equipment which converts information into human-readable form.

Multiple Choice

Speaker

• input devices
• output devices
• storage devices
• processor

Multiple Choice

Plotter

• input devices
• output devices
• storage devices
• processor

Multiple Choice

Printer

• input devices
• output devices
• storage devices
• processor

Multiple Choice

Monitor

• input devices
• output devices
• storage devices
• processor

Multiple Choice

which is an example of an output device?

• microphone
• keyboard
• mouse
• none of the above

Fill in the Blank

In computing a _______________ is responsible for converting that data into useful information

Multiple Choice

Which of these is a Hard Disk Drive (HDD)?

Multiple Choice

CDs store more data than floppy drives.

• True
• False

Multiple Choice

What type of memory is inside an iPhone?

• Magnetic Tape
• Solid State
• Optical

Multiple Choice

DVD stands for

• Digital Versatile Disc
• Digital Video Disc
• Digitised Video Disc 
• Digital Virtual Drive 

Multiple Choice

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• input devices
• output devices
• storage devices
• processor