Computer Basics

What does CPU stand for?

• Control Processing Unit

• Computer Power Unit

• Central Processing Unit

• Central Processing Unit

• Core Processing Unit

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

• Motherboard

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

• Memory Unit

What is the purpose of RAM in a computer?

• RAM is used to temporarily store data and instructions for the CPU to access quickly.

• RAM is used to play music on the computer

• RAM is responsible for printing documents

• RAM is used to cook food in the computer

What does the acronym GPU stand for?

• Graphics Processing Unit

• Global Processing Unit

• Graphical Performance Unit

• General Processing Unit

What is the function of an operating system?

• Prints documents, manages computer games, controls internet access

• Manages computer resources, provides user interface, facilitates software-hardware communication

What is the difference between hardware and software?

• Hardware is intangible, and software is tangible.

• Hardware is used for input, and software is used for output.

• Hardware is permanent, and software is temporary.

• Hardware is the physical components, and software is the programs and applications.

What is a computer virus?

• A computer virus is a type of software that only affects smartphones, not computers.

• A computer virus is a type of malicious software that can replicate itself and spread to other computers.

• A computer virus is a physical device that can be attached to a computer to increase its speed.

• A computer virus is a type of helpful software that enhances computer performance.

Explain the concept of file compression.

• File compression is the act of encrypting a file to make it more accessible.

• File compression is the process of increasing the size of a file by adding unnecessary data.

• File compression involves converting a file into a different format to make it larger.

• File compression is the process of reducing the size of a file by encoding information in a more efficient way.

What is the role of a motherboard in a computer?

• The motherboard is responsible for generating power for the computer

• A motherboard is used to store data in the computer

• The role of a motherboard is to control the software programs in the computer

• The role of a motherboard in a computer is to provide connectivity and communication between all hardware components.

What is the difference between a hard disk drive (HDD) and a solid-state drive (SSD)?

• HDDs are more energy-efficient than SSDs.

• SSDs use flash memory chips while HDDs use spinning disks.

• SSDs have a higher storage capacity than HDDs.

• SSDs use magnetic tape while HDDs use spinning disks.