Exploring Computers and Their Components

What is the definition of a computer?

• A computer is a device used solely for gaming.

• A computer is an electronic device that processes data and performs calculations.

• A computer is a mechanical device that only prints documents.

• A computer is a type of smartphone.

What are the main components of a desktop computer?

• operating system, software, network

• printer, scanner, speakers

• CPU, motherboard, RAM, storage, power supply, graphics card, input/output devices

• monitor, keyboard, mouse

Name three types of peripheral devices.

• Scanner

• Printer

• Router

• Keyboard, Monitor, External Hard Drive

What is the purpose of a keyboard as a peripheral device?

• To display images on the screen.

• To connect to the internet.

• To store data permanently.

• The purpose of a keyboard as a peripheral device is to input data and commands into a computer.

What is the function of a mouse in a computer system?

• To provide audio output for the system

• The function of a mouse in a computer system is to provide a means for users to control the cursor and interact with the computer's interface.

• To increase the computer's processing speed

• To store data permanently

What are the different types of storage media?

• Tape, Diskette, CD-ROM

• Magnetic, Optical, Solid-State, Flash

• Cloud, USB, Hard Drive

• RAM, ROM, Cache

How does a hard drive store data?

• A hard drive stores data using optical discs.

• A hard drive stores data magnetically on spinning platters.

• A hard drive stores data in solid-state memory.

• A hard drive stores data through electrical impulses.

What is a server and what does it do?

• A server is a software application that runs on personal computers.

• A server is a system that provides resources or services to clients over a network.

• A server is a type of computer that only stores files locally.

• A server is a device that only connects to the internet without sharing resources.

What are the differences between a server and a personal computer?

• A server is designed for gaming while a personal computer is for business use.

• A server is only used for storing files, while a personal computer is used for browsing the internet.

• A server is typically smaller than a personal computer and uses less power.

• A server is optimized for handling multiple requests and providing services to clients, while a personal computer is designed for individual use.

What is a laptop and how does it differ from a desktop?

• Laptops cannot connect to the internet.

• A laptop is a portable computer, while a desktop is a stationary computer with separate components.

• A laptop is a type of smartphone.

• A desktop is always more expensive than a laptop.