Introduction to Computer Hardware and Software

Which statement best defines computer hardware?

• Physical parts you can touch

• Programs that run tasks

• Data stored in files

• Instructions for applications

Which item is software rather than hardware?

• Web browser application

• Keyboard input device

• Monitor display screen

• Graphics card component

What is the main role of software in a computer system?

• Tell hardware what to do

• Cool down the components

• Store power for devices

• Transmit physical signals

Choose the best example list of hardware components.

• CPU, RAM, hard drive

• Apps, games, browsers

• Photos, music, videos

• Word files, PDFs, notes

Which statement correctly contrasts hardware and software?

• Hardware is physical; software is digital

• Hardware is invisible; software is solid

• Hardware is code; software is metal

• Hardware is online; software is plastic

A student says, "RAM and CPU are apps installed on my computer." What is the best response?

• They are hardware components

• They are cloud services

• They are temporary files

• They are operating systems

You are building a new PC. Which choice completes the system with necessary hardware?

• Add a keyboard and monitor

• Install a photo editor

• Download a web browser

• Buy a music streaming app

An operating system is best described as which type of item?

• Software that manages hardware

• Hardware inside the computer

• A physical storage device

• A cable connecting components

If software cannot be physically touched, how do users interact with it?

• Through hardware interfaces

• By moving internal parts

• By replacing circuit boards

• By attaching cooling fans

Which application type is mainly used to access websites and search online?

• Email applications for sending messages

• Messaging apps for quick chat

• Web browsers for internet access

• Media players for streaming videos