Computer Basics - What is a Computer? Lessons 2-4

What is a computer?

• A device that manipulates information or data

• A device that only stores data

• A device that only retrieves data

• A device that only processes data

Answer explanation

A computer is a device that manipulates information or data, making the correct answer choice 'A device that manipulates information or data'.

What is hardware?

• A type of software

• A type of computer

• A physical part of a computer

• A set of instructions that tells the software what to do

Answer explanation

Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer, such as the motherboard, CPU, and memory. It is not a type of software or a set of instructions.

Which of the following is an example of software?

• Web browser

• Mouse

• Monitor

• Keyboard

Answer explanation

The correct example of software from the given options is a web browser. A web browser is a software application used to access information on the internet, while a mouse, monitor, and keyboard are hardware devices.

What type of computer is designed to be placed on a desk?

• Desktop

• Tablet

• Server

• Laptop

Answer explanation

A desktop computer is designed to be placed on a desk, making it the correct choice for this question.

Which type of computer is known for its portability and battery power?

• Desktop

• Laptop

• Game console

• Server

Answer explanation

Laptops are known for their portability and battery power, making them the correct choice in this case.

What is a server?

• A computer that serves up information to other computers on a network

• A type of game console

• A handheld computer

• A wearable device

Answer explanation

A server is a computer that serves up information to other computers on a network, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

Which of the following is a type of wearable technology?

• Server

• Laptop

• Smartwatch

• Desktop

Answer explanation

The correct choice is Smartwatch because it is a type of wearable technology, unlike Server, Laptop, or Desktop.

What operating system do most PCs use?

• Android

• Microsoft Windows

• Linux

• Mac OS X

Answer explanation

Most PCs use Microsoft Windows as their operating system, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

Which of the following is an input device?

• Monitor

• Keyboard

• Printer

• Speaker

Answer explanation

The correct choice is Keyboard because it is an input device that allows users to input data into the computer system.

What is an operating system?

• A type of application software

• A type of hardware

• System software that manages computer hardware and software resources

• A type of network

Answer explanation

An operating system is system software that manages computer hardware and software resources, making the choice 'System software that manages computer hardware and software resources' the correct answer.