Hardware, Software, and Computer Types Quiz

What is the definition of hardware?

• Coded programs that control how the computer works

• All the physical parts of a computer that you can see, touch, and pick up

• Devices that accept information and manipulate it to produce a result

• Programs that we run on our computer and tell the hardware what to do

Which of the following is an example of hardware?

• Operating System

• Microsoft Word

• Keyboard

• Disk Defragmenter

What is the definition of software?

• Coded programs that control how the computer works

• All the physical parts of a computer that you can see, touch, and pick up

• Devices that accept information and manipulate it to produce a result

• Programs that we run on our computer and tell the hardware what to do

Which of the following is an example of software?

• Keyboard

• Monitor

• Operating System

• Scanner

What is the definition of a personal computer?

• A small, hand-held, mobile computer

• A portable computer that can be used almost anywhere

• A computer used by one person at a time

• A computer joined together with other computers on a network

Which of the following is an advantage of a personal computer compared to a laptop?

• Smaller and lighter

• Easier to transport

• Better specification for the same price

• Built-in Wi-Fi

What is the definition of a laptop?

• A small, hand-held, mobile computer

• A portable computer that can be used almost anywhere

• A computer used by one person at a time

• A computer joined together with other computers on a network

Which of the following is an advantage of a laptop compared to a personal computer?

• Smaller and lighter

• Easier to transport

• Better specification for the same price

• Built-in Wi-Fi

What is the definition of a tablet computer?

• A small, hand-held, mobile computer

• A portable computer that can be used almost anywhere

• A computer used by one person at a time

• A computer joined together with other computers on a network

Which of the following is an advantage of a tablet computer compared to a laptop?

• Smaller and lighter

• Easier to transport

• Touchscreen can be used with a stylus pen

• Built-in cameras