Computer Science Quiz

What is the primary function of a device driver?

• To improve system performance

• To manage connections between hardware and the OS

• To increase memory capacity

• To act as an antivirus

Which of the following is an example of firmware?

• Microsoft Word

• A printer’s built-in software

• Google Chrome

• An Excel spreadsheet

What is the function of a system clock in a computer?

• Synchronises all operations using a timing signal

• Manages the operating system's boot sequence

• Runs security checks in the background

• Controls internet time synchronisation

Which of the following is an advantage of a 64-bit processor over a 32-bit processor?

• Can process more data at once and use more RAM

• Uses less power

• Works only on Windows systems

• Requires an SSD

Which of these storage types is volatile?

• SSD

• RAM

• HDD

• Optical disk

What is the primary purpose of a file system?

• To organise and manage stored data

• To improve CPU performance

• To protect files from malware

• To compress large files

What type of software allows users to perform calculations and create charts?

• Word processor

• Spreadsheet software

• Database management system

• Web browser

Which of the following storage devices uses magnetic disks?

• SSD

• HDD

• USB flash drive

• DVD

What is the primary advantage of a solid-state drive (SSD) over a hard disk drive (HDD)?

• Faster data access speed

• More storage capacity

• Lower price

• Higher failure rate

What is the purpose of a POST (Power-On Self-Test) during computer startup?

• To check hardware components and detect failures

• To load the operating system

• To install software updates

• To configure network settings