Computer Hardware and Software Quiz

What is the physical part of the computer system that you can touch and see?

• RAM

• Software

• Hardware

• CPU

Which component of a computer system is known as the 'brain' of the computer?

• Motherboard

• CPU

• RAM

• ROM

What type of storage device is non-volatile and used to hold a small 'boot up' program?

• RAM

• Hard Drive

• ROM

• USB Memory Stick

What is the name for devices that pass data into the computer?

• Storage Devices

• Peripheral Devices

• Input Devices

• Output Devices

Which type of interface is built around visual (graphical) elements such as windows, icons, and menus?

• Command-Line Interface (CLI)

• Text-Based Interface

• Graphical User Interface (GUI)

• Visual User Interface (VUI)

What is the name for a large, powerful computer often used by large businesses or universities?

• Palmtop Computer

• Mainframe Computer

• Personal Computer (PC)

• Laptop Computer

Which type of computer is light, compact, and portable with a built-in LCD monitor?

• Palmtop Computer

• Mainframe Computer

• Personal Computer (PC)

• Laptop Computer

What is the name for a computer that is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand?

• Palmtop Computer

• Laptop Computer

• Personal Computer (PC)

• Mainframe Computer

Which type of computer typically has no keyboard and uses a touchscreen for all data input?

• Mainframe Computer

• Laptop Computer

• Palmtop Computer

• Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)

What is the name for the special piece of software that manages the general operation of a computer system?

• Application Software

• BIOS

• Operating System

• Peripheral Devices