Computer Hardware Quiz

Which type of media is used in a hard disk?

• Solid-state

• Optical

• Mechanical

• Magnetic

What is the internal operation of a DVD-RW?

• Resistive touch screen

• Capacitive touch screen

• Laser technology

• Inkjet printing

How does a keyboard enable a character to be displayed on the computer screen?

• By using a touch screen technology

• By converting key press to character code

• By voice recognition

• By scanning the key

What is an alternative method for a user to enter text into a computer system?

• Using a mouse

• Using a printer

• Using a microphone

• Using a scanner

Which stage occurs first in the operation of a laser printer?

• Charging the drum

• Rolling paper over drum

• Fusing toner particles

• Creation of electrostatic image

How does a touch screen technology work with any type of computer screen?

• By using capacitive touch screen

• By using resistive touch screen

• By using ultrasonic waves

• By using infrared emitters

What type of media is used in a DVD-RW?

• Mechanical

• Solid-state

• Magnetic

• Optical

What is the operation of a touch screen technology specifically for flat screens?

• Ultrasonic waves

• Resistive touch screen

• Capacitive touch screen

• Infrared emitters

Which stage makes use of the electrostatic image in a laser printer?

• Charging the drum

• Rolling paper over drum

• Fusing toner particles

• Creation of electrostatic image

What is the difference in the procedure used for colour printing compared to black and white printing?

• Different fusing process

• Different number of stages

• Different paper quality

• Different toner particles