How does defragmentation software improve computer performance?

By organizing scattered data on the hard drive

Why is an operating system necessary for a computer?

It manages hardware and software resources

It increases the speed of the CPU

It provides power to the computer

Which scenario best demonstrates the use of data compression software?

Reducing the size of a large video file for email

Encrypting a confidential document

A user is unable to print a document. Which type of error handling should the operating system perform first?

Check if the printer is connected and online

Which of the following best describes the relationship between hardware and software?

Software provides instructions for hardware to perform tasks

Software is not needed if hardware is present

Hardware and software are the same

A student wants to keep their files safe from unauthorized access. Which combination of software should they use?

Encryption and security software

Defragmentation and file management software

Data compression and encryption software

A company wants to ensure that only authorized employees can access sensitive data. What steps should they take using available software tools?

Use encryption software and set up user permissions

Only use defragmentation software

Increase the size of the hard drive

A computer is running slowly due to a fragmented hard drive and large, uncompressed files. What is the best plan to improve its performance?

Use defragmentation and data compression software

A user needs to transfer a large file over the internet quickly and securely. Which sequence of actions should they take?

Compress the file, then encrypt it before sending

Encrypt the file, then delete it

Defragment the hard drive, then send the file

A school wants to ensure that students cannot install unauthorized software on their computers. What combination of operating system features and security measures should be implemented?

Use user account controls and install security software

Allow all users to have administrator access

What is the main function of security software on a computer?

To protect the system from malware and unauthorized access

To increase the size of the hard drive

Which of the following best describes the purpose of data compression software?

To reduce the size of files for storage or transfer

To encrypt sensitive information

Understanding Computer Components and Software

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Computers

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9th Grade

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which component is responsible for executing instructions in a computer?

RAM

CPU

Hard Drive

ROM

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does RAM stand for?

Read Access Memory

Random Access Memory

Rapid Application Module

Readily Available Memory

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a type of permanent storage?

RAM

ROM

Cache

Register

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which device is used to store large amounts of data permanently?

Hard Drive

RAM

CPU

BIOS

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does BIOS stand for?

Basic Input Output System

Binary Integrated Operating System

Basic Internal Output Software

Binary Input Output Storage

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT considered hardware?

Monitor

Keyboard

Operating System

Hard Drive

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of software?

Printer

Mouse

Encryption program

Scanner

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Understanding Computer Components and Software

23 questions

Which component is responsible for executing instructions in a computer?

What does RAM stand for?

Which of the following is a type of permanent storage?

Which device is used to store large amounts of data permanently?

What does BIOS stand for?

Which of the following is NOT considered hardware?

Which of the following is an example of software?

Which software is used to protect data by converting it into a coded format?

Which software helps to organize files and folders on a computer?

Which of the following is a peripheral device?

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