Computer Applications Quiz

Which type of computer application is most suitable for keeping track of customer transactions in a bank?

• Scientific computations

• Simulation of real or imaginary world scenes

• Keeping track of information

• Multimedia presentations

For conducting complex climate simulations, which type of computer is most likely used?

• Microcomputer

• Minicomputer

• Mainframe computer

• Supercomputer

What type of computer should a small business owner choose to allow multiple employees to use it simultaneously?

• Mainframe computer

• Supercomputer

• Minicomputer

• Microcomputer

Which application of computers is involved in the development of a new computer game?

• Scientific computations

• Simulation of real or imaginary world scenes

• Preparation of documents

• Storing and sharing information

Which of the following is NOT considered a microcomputer?

• Desktop computer

• Laptop

• Mainframe computer

• Smartphone

Which type of computer should be installed to be accessed by users from different locations simultaneously?

• Mainframe computer

• Supercomputer

• Minicomputer

• Personal computer

For basic office tasks like word processing and spreadsheets, which type of computer should be purchased?

• Mainframe computer

• Supercomputer

• Minicomputer

• Microcomputer

Which of the following is NOT a hardware component of a computer system?

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• Memory

• Operating system

• Storage devices

For developing a new application for personal computers, which operating system might a developer choose?

• Unix

• Windows

• BIOS

• CMOS

What type of software is created when writing a program embedded directly into a hardware device?