Living in the IT Era Chapter 1- Lesson 2

What is a computer primarily defined as?

• A software program

• A hardware component

• An electronic device

• A mechanical device

Which of the following is considered computer hardware?

• Windows

• RAM

• Monitor

• Linux

What does RAM stand for?

• Random Access Memory

• Rapid Access Memory

• Read Access Memory

• Read And Memory

What is the main function of the CPU?

• To store data

• To execute instructions

• To manage software

• To connect peripherals

Which type of memory is non-volatile?

• Cache

• CMOS

• ROM

• RAM

What is the role of the motherboard in a computer?

• To store data

• To provide power

• To connect all components

• To execute programs

What is liveware in the context of computer systems?

• The computer user

• Data storage

• Computer hardware

• Software programs

Which of the following is an example of input data?

• All of the above

• Graphics

• Text

• Sound

What is the purpose of the system unit?

• To store files

• To process data

• To display output

• To connect peripherals

What does CMOS store?

• User files

• BIOS settings

• Operating system

• Application data