Computer Basics Quiz

What is the primary function of a personal computer (PC)?

• To provide network services to other devices

• To perform input, processing, output, and storage activities by itself

• To connect multiple external devices for enhanced performance

• To serve as a portable device for media consumption

Which of the following best describes a mobile computer?

• A device designed for stationary use at a single location

• A computer small enough to fit in one hand and used for basic tasks

• A portable personal computer designed for easy transportation

• A large computer used for managing network services

What distinguishes a laptop from a desktop computer?

• A laptop is designed to be used by multiple people at once

• A laptop has no internal storage capabilities

• A laptop is a thin, lightweight mobile computer with a screen in its lid and a keyboard in its base

• A laptop is primarily used for gaming purposes

Identify the type of server that is typically small enough to fit in one hand:

• Rack server

• Blade server

• Tower server

• Handheld computer

What is the practice of sharing or pooling computer resources such as servers and storage devices known as?

• Data centralization

• Resource allocation

• Resource pooling

• Distributed computing

What is a mainframe in the context of computer servers?

• A small, inexpensive server used for basic tasks

• A large, expensive, powerful server that can handle hundreds or thousands of connected users simultaneously

• A personal computer used by individuals at home

• A portable computing device used for personal tasks

Which of the following best describes a supercomputer?

• The least expensive type of computer

• A computer primarily used for gaming

• The fastest, most powerful type of computer and also the most expensive

• A computer used for basic data processing

What is a terminal in the context of computers?

• A device that connects to the internet

• A computer usually with limited capabilities

• A software program for data entry

• A type of durable computer used in industrial environments

What is a thin client in computer terminology?

• A) A lightweight software application

• B) A type of computer that relies heavily on another server

• C) A portable computing device

• D) A high-performance personal computer

What is the primary use of a POS terminal in retail stores?

• To monitor inventory levels

• To record purchases

• To display advertisements

• To provide security