Hardware and Software Quiz

2. As a teenager, can you tell what the main role of the Central Processing Unit (CPU) in a computer is?

• Data Storage

• Data Processing

• Data Input

• Data Output

Hey teen, can you tell me what's the main device your computer uses to store all your games, music and homework?

• Is it the Monitor?

• Maybe the Keyboard?

• Could it be the Mouse?

• Or is it the Hard Drive?

What is the role of RAM in your gaming console or computer?

• Permanent data storage

• Temporary storage for currently running games or programs

• Data processing

• Data input

Hey teen, can you tell which one of these is an input device?

• Monitor

• Printer

• Keyboard

• Speakers

In a gaming console, the motherboard is responsible for:

• Temporary storage

• Connecting and coordinating other components

• Processing data

• Permanent storage

Teenagers Michael, Rohan, and Liam are building a computer for their school project. What would be the purpose of installing an operating system (OS) in their computer?

• Running applications

• Connecting hardware components

• Managing system resources and providing a user interface

• Processing data

Hey teen, can you tell which one from the following is an example of application software?

• Operating System

• Microsoft Word

• Antivirus program

• Disk cleanup tool

What type of software is designed to protect your computer, which you use for gaming and homework, from viruses and malware?

• Operating System

• Utility Software

• Application Software

• Antivirus program

As a teenager, why would you use utility software on your computer?

• To create school assignments and spreadsheets

• To protect your computer from viruses

• To manage your computer's resources and perform maintenance tasks

• To browse the internet for information and entertainment

In teen lingo, the term "booting up" is similar to:

• Switching off your smartphone

• Loading a game and starting to play

• Upgrading your skateboard

• Installing a new app