Exploring Computers and Safety

What should you do before using a computer?

• Install new software before starting

• Update the operating system

• Run a virus scan immediately

• Check connections and ensure the computer is powered on.

Name one way to keep your computer safe.

• Install antivirus software

• Use a weak password

• Download files from untrusted sources

• Ignore software updates

What is the main part of the computer that processes information?

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

• Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

• Random Access Memory (RAM)

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Which part of the computer is used to display images?

• Monitor

• Printer

• Mouse

• Keyboard

What do you call the device you use to move the cursor on the screen?

• Trackpad

• Joystick

• Graphics tablet

• Mouse

What is the function of the keyboard?

• To connect to the internet.

• The function of the keyboard is to input data and commands into a computer.

• To store data permanently.

• To display images on the screen.

What is the desktop on a computer?

• The desktop is a type of computer hardware.

• The desktop is a software application for editing documents.

• The desktop is a storage device for files.

• The desktop is the main screen interface of a computer.

How can you open a program on your computer?

• Double-click the program icon or select it from the Start menu or Applications folder.

• Use the command line to uninstall a program

• Press Ctrl + Alt + Delete to launch a program

• Right-click the desktop and select 'Open Program'

What is the purpose of the recycle bin?

• To permanently delete files from the system.

• The purpose of the recycle bin is to temporarily store deleted files for potential recovery.

• To store files that are too large for the hard drive.

• To organize files into folders for easy access.

How do you safely shut down a computer?

• Unplug the computer from the power source.

• Click 'Start', select 'Shut Down', and confirm the action.

• Press the power button and hold it down.

• Close all applications and leave the computer running.