Understanding Computing Hardware Basics

Which of the following is considered the 'brain' of a computer?

• Hard drive

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• Monitor

• Keyboard

What does RAM stand for in computing?

• Random Access Memory

• Readable Application Module

• Rapid Action Machine

• Remote Access Monitor

Which device is used to permanently store data, even when the computer is switched off?

• RAM

• Hard drive

• CPU

• Graphics card

Which of the following is an input device?

• Printer

• Mouse

• Monitor

• Speaker

What is the main function of the motherboard?

• To display images

• To connect and allow communication between all hardware components

• To store files

• To print documents

Which unit is commonly used to measure the speed of a CPU?

• Miles per hour

• Gigahertz (GHz)

• Kilograms

• Ounces

Which of the following is NOT a type of computer storage?

• Solid State Drive (SSD)

• Random Access Memory (RAM)

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

What does GPU stand for?

• General Processing Unit

• Graphics Processing Unit

• Great Power Unit

• Graphical Peripheral Unit

Which of these is used to cool down the CPU?

• Speaker

• Fan

• Mouse

• Monitor

Which port is commonly used to connect a computer to a network?

• HDMI

• Ethernet

• VGA

• USB