Technical Terms - Hardware (A-Z) - Computer

What is the main function of a CPU in a computer?

• Display graphics

• Store data

• Connect to the internet

• Process data

Which component of a computer is responsible for long-term data storage?

• CPU

• Motherboard

• System memory

• Storage disk

What is the purpose of a video card in a computer?

• Connect to the internet

• Store data

• Process data

• Render 3D graphics

What is the most important software running on a computer?

• Operating system

• Video card driver

• Web browser

• Antivirus software

Which form factor of a computer is tightly integrated and not easily upgradeable?

• Smartphone

• All-in-one computer

• Laptop

• Desktop computer

What type of computer is often used as dedicated servers?

• Desktop computer

• Laptop

• Smartphone

• Rack-mounted computer

What is the purpose of network adapters in a computer?

• Render 3D graphics

• Process data

• Store data

• Connect to the internet

Which component of a computer serves as the 'brain' of the system?

• Storage disk

• System memory

• CPU

• Motherboard

What is the function of system memory in a computer?

• Store data

• Connect to the internet

• Process data

• Display graphics

What is the purpose of input devices like keyboards and mice in a computer?

• Connect to the internet

• Store data

• Render 3D graphics

• Interact with the computer