Computing Systems

Which term best describes the operating system of a computer? 

• Output Device
• Motherboard
• System Software
• Application Software

Computer programs and games are called what?

• Hardware
• Entertainmentware
• Flashware
• Software

Which component is often called the brains of the computer?

• The Moniter
• The User
• The CPU
• The Software

Which is NOT true about cloud computing?

• You can easily share documents and/or files with others
• Using the cloud keeps your computer safe from viruses
  
• Your computer can be set to automatically sync
• It can be accessed through any computer, anywhere

What is the short-term storage for your computer called? 

• Random Operations Memory
• Random Operating Memory
• Random Access Memory
  
• Random Assorted Memory

Where is most of the information in your computer processed? 

• In the Motherboard
  
• In the CPU
• Through the monitor
• In the Software Programs

Which of the following is NOT an example of an application software?

• Photoshop
• Internet Explorer
• Windows 7
• Microsoft Word

Which of the following is a benefit of using a cloud storage option?

• don't need internet access to retrieve the data
  
• protects your computer from viruses
• provides a backup of your data, files, and photos

Which group includes BOTH an input and output device?

• Digital Camera and Speakers
  
• Keyboard and Mouse
• Printer and Speakers
• Scanner and Microphone

The physical components of a computer are called what? 

• Hardware
  
• Spyware
  
• Software
• Malware