Basic Computer Hardware Quiz

What is the function of the CPU in a computer?

• Stores documents

• Processes instructions

• Displays video output

• Prints documents

Which component is used for typing words and numbers?

• Keyboard

• Monitor

• Mouse

• Speaker

What does the hard drive do in a computer?

• Processes video

• Generates sound

• Saves documents

• Displays content

Which hardware component allows you to hear sounds?

• Speakers

• Printer

• Keyboard

• CPU

What is the purpose of the computer case?

• To display video

• To process data

• To store the main components

• To print documents

What is the Purpose of Software?

• To bake cookies
• To fly to the moon
• To provide instructions to a computer system
• To predict the weather

What is an operating system?

• An operating system is a peripheral device connected to a computer.
• An operating system is a software that manages computer hardware resources and provides common services for computer programs.
• An operating system is a type of hardware used in computers.
• An operating system is a programming language.

What is an Internet Browser?

• A type of computer hardware
• A form of social media platform
• A physical location where internet data is stored
• A software application used to access information on the World Wide Web.

What is an Application Program?

• A hardware component of a computer system
• A programming language used for web development
• A type of operating system
• A software designed to perform specific tasks for the end-user.

What is Antivirus Software?

• Antivirus software is a program designed to detect and remove malicious software from a computer system.
• Antivirus software is a hardware component of a computer system
• Antivirus software is used to organize files on a computer
• Antivirus software is a type of video editing software