Computer Hardware and Software Quiz

Which of the following is not an example of hardware?

• CPU

• RAM

• Operating System

• Monitor

What is the primary function of the CPU in a computer system?

• To process instructions

• To store data permanently

• To generate images

• To manage memory allocation

Which type of memory is non-volatile and is used to store instructions needed for the computer to boot up?

• RAM

• ROM

• Cache memory

• Virtual memory

What is the purpose of the motherboard in a computer?

• To store the data

• To provide power to the CPU

• To connect all internal components

• To display output on the screen

Which of the following is a type of software?

• Graphics card

• RAM

• Operating system

• Monitor

Which of these is an example of application software?

• Windows

• Linux

• Microsoft Word

• Device driver

Which type of software controls the operation of hardware?

• System software

• Application software

• Utility software

• Firmware

What type of data is represented by continuous signals, such as sound waves?

• Digital data

• Analogue data

• Alphanumeric data

• None of the above

What device is typically used to convert analogue data into digital form for processing by a computer?

• Printer

• Scanner

• Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC)

• Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC)

Which of the following is NOT an example of application software?

• Web browser

• Word processor

• Spreadsheet

• Compiler