Computer Hardware Review

What is a computer?

• A) A device for making phone calls

• B) An electronic device for storing and processing data

• C) A machine for cooking food

• D) A tool for painting

In what form does a computer typically store data?

• A) In decimal form

• B) In binary form

• C) In hexadecimal form

• D) In textual form

What does hardware refer to in a computer system?

• The physical parts of a computer that you can touch and see.

• A set of instructions or programs that tell the hardware what to do.

• The non-physical part of a computer that you can’t touch.

• The software applications installed on a computer.

What is software in a computer system?

• The physical parts of a computer that you can touch and see.

• A set of instructions or programs that tell the hardware what to do.

• The hardware components inside a computer.

• The external devices connected to a computer.

Which of the following is an example of hardware?

• Operating System

• Computer Keyboard

• Word Processor

• Web Browser

Which of the following is NOT an example of software?

• Apple macOS

• Microsoft Windows

• Linux

• Computer Mouse

What is the CPU often compared to in a computer?

• The heart

• The brain

• The lungs

• The stomach

What does the CPU do in a computer?

• It stores all the data

• It connects to the internet

• It processes all the instructions and data

• It powers the computer

What is the function of a computer's hard drive?

• To process data

• To provide permanent storage

• To display images

• To connect to the internet

What types of data does a hard drive keep safe?

• Only system files

• Only photos

• Games, photos, and programs

• Only documents