Computer Fundamentals Quiz

What are the two main components of a computer system?

• Hardware and software

• Input and output

• Memory and storage

• Network and database

What is machine language also known as?

• Binary language

• High-level language

• Assembly language

• Natural language

Which of the following is an advantage of high-level languages?

• Machine dependent

• Easier to understand

• Faster execution

• More complex syntax

What does the binary number system consist of?

• 0 and 1

• 1 to 10

• 0 to 9

• A to F

What is the base of the decimal number system?

• Base 16

• Base 2

• Base 8

• Base 10

What type of software is required to control the overall operations of a computer?

• Utility software

• Application software

• System software

• Network software

What is the main function of an operating system?

• To manage hardware resources

• To create games

• To write programs

• To connect to the internet

What does a language processor do?

• Manages files

• Creates software

• Translates high-level language to machine language

• Translates machine language

Which of the following is an example of utility software?

• Web browser

• Word processor

• Disk defragmentation

• Spreadsheet

What is the purpose of debugging in programming?

• To write new code

• To detect and correct errors

• To compile programs

• To install software