Basic Concepts of Computing Quiz

What are the main components of a computer system?

• Hardware and Software

• Input and Output

• Data and Information

• CPU and RAM

What does RAM stand for?

• Read Access Memory

• Readily Available Memory

• Random Access Memory

• Rapid Access Memory

Which of the following is a type of microcomputer?

• Server

• Desktop

• Supercomputer

• Mainframe

What is the function of the CPU?

• Process data

• Output data

• Store data

• Input data

What does the IPO concept stand for?

• Input, Process, Output

• Input, Print, Output

• Input, Program, Output

• Information, Process, Output

Which of the following is an advantage of using computers professionally?

• Increased electrical failures

• Fast access to data

• Unauthorized access to data

• Poor working conditions

What is a disadvantage of personal computer use?

• Injuries related to poor working conditions

• Fast data processing

• Mail services

• Online shopping

What type of software is an operating system?

• Application software

• Device driver

• System software

• Utility software

What is a server?

• A type of smartphone

• A powerful computer that provides resources to other computers

• A type of microcomputer

• A portable media device

Which of the following is a characteristic of a smartphone?

• Only makes phone calls

• Is a type of mainframe

• Has a camera and video recorder

• Cannot connect to the internet