Technology Basics Assessment

What is computer hardware?

• Software programs that run on a computer

• The internet connection of a computer

• Physical components of a computer system

• The operating system of a computer

Name three examples of computer hardware.

• Keyboard, Mouse, Monitor

• CPU, RAM, HDD

• Printer, Scanner, Speaker

• Motherboard, Graphics card, Power supply

What is an operating system?

• An operating system is a type of computer virus.

• An operating system is a software that manages computer hardware and software resources and provides common services for computer programs.

• An operating system is a type of computer game.

• An operating system is a physical component of a computer.

What is the role of a CPU in a computer?

• The role of a CPU in a computer is to provide internet connectivity.

• The role of a CPU in a computer is to perform processing, execute instructions, and control data flow.

• The role of a CPU in a computer is to display images and videos.

• The role of a CPU in a computer is to store data and files.

What is the purpose of a motherboard in a computer?

• To store data and files.

• To provide power to the computer components.

• To provide a platform for component connection and communication.

• To control the speed of the computer's processor.

What are the primary components of a computer system?

• Motherboard, graphics card, power supply, monitor

• Operating system, software applications, network connection

• CPU, memory, input/output devices, storage devices

• Keyboard, mouse, printer, scanner

What is the difference between hardware and software?

• Hardware is the programs and data that run on a computer system, while software is the physical components of the system.

• Hardware is the physical components of a computer system, while software is the programs and data that run on the hardware.

• Hardware and software are the same thing.

• Hardware is the software components of a computer system, while software is the physical components that run on the hardware.

What are the different types of operating systems?

• Single-user, multi-tasking, Multi-user, single-tasking, Multi-user, multi-tasking

• Single-user, multi-tasking, Multi-user, multi-tasking, Multi-user, single-tasking

• Single-user, single-tasking, Single-user, multi-tasking, Multi-user, single-tasking, Multi-user, multi-tasking

• Single-user, single-tasking, Multi-user, single-tasking, Multi-user, multi-tasking

What is the most commonly used operating system for personal computers?

• Microsoft Windows

• iOS

• Linux

• Mac OS

What is the function of RAM in a computer?

• RAM provides storage for data and files.

• RAM provides a platform for component connection and communication.

• RAM temporarily stores data and instructions for the CPU.

• RAM controls the speed of the computer's processor.