Understanding Computer Hardware and Software

Which of the following is an example of hardware?

• Google Chrome

• Microsoft Word

• Keyboard

• Antivirus software

What is the primary function of the CPU?

• Store files permanently

• Display images on screen

• Process data and execute instructions

• Provide internet access

Which of the following best describes software?

• Tangible parts of a computer

• Programs that run on a computer

• External devices like printers

• Memory chips and cables

An example of an input device is:

• Monitor

• Printer

• Mouse

• Speaker

What role do transistors play in a CPU?

• Cooling the processor

• Acting as tiny switches for processing data

• Storing multimedia files

• Connecting to the internet

Which of the following is NOT an operating system?

• Windows 11

• Android

• iOS

• Photoshop

Which part of a computer temporarily stores data being used by the CPU?

• Hard drive

• RAM

• GPU

• Power supply

A peripheral device is:

• Inside the CPU

• Built into the motherboard

• An external device connected to a computer

• Software used for editing documents

Which of these software types helps manage computer hardware?

• Application software

• Web browsers

• Operating system

• Antivirus

Microsoft Excel is an example of:

• An operating system

• A CPU function

• A hardware device

• An application