Y3 - Computer Systems and Networks - Connecting Computers

1. Two stars are input into a process machine and four are output. What process has taken place?

• A: Three stars have been created
• C: One star has been taken away
• D: The stars have doubled in quantity

2. Which of these is a digital device?

• A: A lamp
• B: A laptop
• C: A pencil sharpener
• D: A bicycle

3. Which of these is an input device?

• A: Microphone
• B: Speaker
• C: Lights
• D: Printer

4. Which of these is an output device?

• A: Mouse
• B: Button
• C: Monitor
• D: Keyboard

5. Which of these is both an input and output device?

• A: Monitor
• B: Lights
• C: Touchscreen
• D: Microphone

6. Think about the difference between painting on paper, and painting using a computer. Which of these can you only do using a paint program on a computer?

• A: Undo your previous mark
• B: Use lots of colours
• D: Show your work to your friends

7. What does a network switch do?

• A: It sends information to wireless devices
• B: It passes information from one computer to another
• C: It reads messages
• D: It makes computers work faster

8. Why is it a good idea to save work on a server?

• A: Files can be opened on different computers
• B: It’s easier to save work
• C: It makes your computer work better
• D: It saves money

9. Which of these lets you connect a wireless device to a network?

• A: A switch
• B: A server
• C: A wireless access point
• D: A personal computer

10. Why is it useful to have a printer connected to a network?

• A: To save paper
• B: So that many people can use it

• D: So that there are not as many wires