Week 1 & 2 Vocabulary Quiz

What does WHS stand for in the context of working with computers?

• Workplace Health and Safety

• Work Health and Safety

• Work Hazard Safety

• Workplace Hazard Solutions

Which of the following is an example of Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)?

• Tennis Elbow

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

• Migraine

• Sprained Ankle

What is a digital system?

• A system that uses analogue signals to process data

• A collection of hardware and software components that uses binary digits to represent, process, store, and transmit data

• A system that only includes software components

• A system that only includes hardware components

What is the primary function of an information system?

• To store data without processing it

• To collect, organise, and communicate information

• To only process data without storing it

• To transmit data without any processing

Which of the following is NOT an input device for a computer system?

• Keyboard

• Microphone

• Speaker

• Optical Mouse

What is the most important piece of software in a computer system?

• Web Browser

• Operating System

• Word Processor

• Antivirus Software

What is the main difference between embedded systems and general-purpose computers?

• Embedded systems can perform multiple tasks, while general-purpose computers perform a single task

• Embedded systems are designed for a single specialised function, while general-purpose computers can perform multiple tasks

• Embedded systems are larger in size compared to general-purpose computers

• Embedded systems do not require any software to operate

Which of the following is an example of an embedded system?

• Desktop Computer

• Microwave Oven

• Laptop

• Tablet

What is the role of the central processing unit (CPU) in a computer system?

• To store data permanently

• To interact with and control storage devices, input devices, and output devices

• To provide power to the computer system

• To display information to the user

Which of the following best describes software in a computer system?

• The physical parts of a computer that can be seen and touched

• The instructions a computer needs to process the data it is given

• The external devices used to connect to a computer

• The power supply unit of a computer