Computer Basics Quiz

The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is the:

• Peripheral device that allows data entry

• Hardware responsible for storing data

• Main control unit of the computer system

• Output device that allows you to see or hear data

Which of the following is an input device?

• Speaker

• Printer

• Touch screen monitor

• Hard drive

Which of the following is an output device?

• Mouse

• Keyboard

• Scanner

• Monitor

Which of the following is a storage device?

• Microphone

• DVD

• Printer

• Mouse

Which storage device is responsible for storing everything on a computer, including programs and operating systems?

• Floppy disk

• Flash drive

• Hard drive

• Compact disk

How do you safely remove a portable drive, such as a thumb drive?

• Unplug it without any precautions

• Open My Computer and click Eject for the correct drive

• Right-click the thumb drive icon in the taskbar and select "Safely remove USB mass storage device"

• Pull it out abruptly without any warnings

Which of the following is an example of an input device under peripheral devices?

• Printer

• Scanner

• Speakers

• Game controller

What does a microphone do?

• Prints documents

• Receives information from a user

• Captures pictures and videos

• Controls computer games

What is an advantage of using computers?

• Creates unemployment for computer illiterate persons

• Increases the quality of products and services

• Hazardous to health if used for long periods

• Requires a reliable electrical power supply

What is a disadvantage of using computers?

• Processes information faster

• Creates employment for programmers and technicians

• Viruses can destroy data

• Must have a reliable electrical power supply