Computing systems

Which of the following statements is true?

• An input device receives information from the computer and an output device sends information to the computer.

• An output device receives information from the computer and an input device sends information to the computer.

• Neither statement is true.

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

• Internet Explorer web browser

• Windows operating system

• Microsoft PowerPoint presentation software

• Photoshop image editing program

Computer programs and games are called what?

• Hardware

• Software

• Entertainmentware

• Flashware

Which statement best defines what technology is?

• Technology is something that is used only in electronic devices

• Technology is everything that makes the world better

• Technology is the process by which a machine a receives directions

• Technology is any invention, including tools, machines, techniques, and sources of power

Which component of a computer controls the entire system and is often called the brain of the computer?

• The Software

• The user

• The CPU

• The Monitor

Which of the following is an example of an output device?

• Keyboard

• Mouse

• Speakers

• Scanner

Which definition best describes a computer?

• A machine that stores and processes data

• A machine with a brain and emotions

• A device that collects viruses and dust

• A device that was invented to be smarter than man

What should you do to protect (backup) your data, documents and photos indefinitely?

• Email them to yourself so you have a copy

• Nothing, the computer knows what it needs to do

• Sync them to the cloud

• Save them to your computer's internal data storage

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

• It protects your computer from viruses

• You don't need Internet access to retrieve the data

• It provides a backup of your data, files and photos

Which item is considered computer hardware?

• Cloud storage

• Accounting program

• Motherboard

• Operating system