Computer Hardware Quiz

What is the primary function of a computer?

• To store information.

• To process input data into useful information.

• To display pictures.

• To save documents.

Which of the following is an example of input to a computer?

• Typing on a keyboard.

• Displaying a video on the screen.

• Printing a document.

• Saving a picture.

What part of the computer is responsible for processing data?

• Monitor.

• Hard drive.

• CPU.

• Keyboard.

Which device is used to store data for later use?

• Keyboard.

• Monitor.

• Printer.

• Hard drive.

What can you touch on a computer that helps it perform tasks?

• Software.

• Programs.

• Hardware.

• Files.

Which of the following is an example of hardware?

• Microsoft Word.

• Google Chrome.

• Flash drive.

• Internet browser.

What category of hardware is a keyboard classified under?

• Output device.

• Input device.

• Storage device.

• Processing device.

Which of the following is an example of an output device?

• Mouse.

• Printer.

• Keyboard.

• Microphone.

A touchscreen is an example of which type of device?

• Input device.

• Output device.

• Input/Output device.

• Storage device.

What is the difference between hardware and software?

• Hardware is what you can touch, while software refers to the programs that run on the computer.

• Hardware runs the computer, while software only stores data.

• Software is physical, and hardware is virtual.

• There is no difference; they are the same.