Components of Computer System Components

During a computer science class, Scarlett asked her classmates: What are the main hardware components of a computer?

• Graphics card, sound card, cooling system

• Printer, scanner, external hard drive

• Network cable, monitor, keyboard

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

During a class discussion, Benjamin asked his classmates to name three types of software.

• Network software

• Database software

• System software, application software, programming software

• Utility software

In a classroom, Michael uses a keyboard to enter his answers during a computer test. What is the function of an input device?

• To allow users to input data and commands into a computer.

• To display data and information to the user.

• To store data and files for future use.

• To connect the computer to the internet.

During a class project, Ethan was asked to list two examples of output devices. Can you help him?

• Keyboard

• Scanner

• Printer, Monitor

• Speaker

During a technology class, Jackson asked, What type of storage device uses magnetic disks?

• USB Flash Drive

• Optical Disc Drive (ODD)

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

• Solid State Drive (SSD)

Henry is trying to understand the difference between internal and external hardware for his computer project.

• Internal hardware can be used outside the computer.

• External hardware is always wireless.

• Internal hardware is only for storage devices.

• Internal hardware is inside the computer, while external hardware is outside and connects to it.

During a computer class, Aria asked her classmates to name a common input device used for typing.

• keyboard

• mouse

• scanner

• microphone

Liam is trying to choose a software application for his graphic design project. What is an example of a software application he could use?

• Adobe Photoshop

• Microsoft Excel

• Google Chrome

• Microsoft Word

Noah is considering upgrading his computer's storage for better performance. What type of storage device is known for its speed?

• USB Flash Drive

• Solid State Drive (SSD)

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

• Optical Disc Drive (ODD)

Mia is working on a project and needs to list two examples of external hardware that she can use. What are they?

• Scanner

• USB Flash Drive

• Monitor

• Printer, External Hard Drive