Computer Basics

What is the primary function of a computer's central processing unit (CPU)?

• a) To store data

• b) To process data

• c) To transmit data

• d) To display data

[2] Which type of computer memory is considered "volatile"?

• a) Hard disk drive

• b) Random access memory (RAM)

• c) Read-only memory (ROM)

• d) Solid state drive

[3] What type of software is used to create and edit documents, spreadsheets, and presentations?

• a) Operating system

• b) Anti-virus

• c) Productivity software

• d) Gaming software

[4] What type of computer network allows devices to communicate and share resources within a limited geographic area?

• a) Local area network (LAN)

• b) Wide area network (WAN)

• c) Metropolitan area network (MAN)

• d) Global area network (GAN)

[5] What is the primary function of a computer's input devices?

• a) To store data

• b) To process data

• c) To transmit data

• d) To accept data from users

[6] What type of computer is designed for high-performance and intensive computational tasks?

• a) Desktop computer

• b) Laptop computer

• c) Supercomputer

• d) Mainframe computer

[7] What type of data storage device uses magnetic tape to store data?

• a) Hard disk drive

• b) Random access memory (RAM)

• c) Tape drive

• d) Solid state drive

[8] What type of computer security measure is used to protect against unauthorized access to a network or computer system?

• a) Firewall

• b) Anti-virus

• c) Encryption

• d) Backup

[9] What type of computer is designed to be portable and easy to carry around?

• a) Desktop computer

• b) Laptop computer

• c) Supercomputer

• d) Mainframe computer

[10] What type of software is used to manage and organize data in a database?

• a) Operating system

• b) Anti-virus

• c) Database management system (DBMS)

• d) Gaming software