Parts of a Computer - Hardware vs Software

Differentiate between Hardware and Software.

• Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer, while Software refers to the programs and instructions that run on the hardware.

• Hardware refers to the programs and instructions, while Software refers to the physical components of a computer.

• Hardware and Software are both physical parts of a computer.

• Software refers to the physical components, while Hardware refers to the instructions that run on the software.

Identify the common examples of input, storage, and output hardware devices.

• Input devices: Keyboard, Mouse; Storage devices: Hard Drive, SSD; Output devices: Monitor, Printer.

• Input devices: Monitor, Printer; Storage devices: Keyboard, Mouse; Output devices: Hard Drive, SSD.

• Input devices: SSD, Hard Drive; Storage devices: Mouse, Keyboard; Output devices: Printer, Monitor.

• Input devices: Printer, Monitor; Storage devices: SSD, Hard Drive; Output devices: Keyboard, Mouse.

Name the main components inside a computer.

• The main components inside a computer are the CPU, RAM, motherboard, power supply, and storage devices.

• The main components inside a computer are the keyboard, mouse, monitor, and printer.

• The main components inside a computer are the speakers, webcam, microphone, and USB drives.

• The main components inside a computer are the screen, battery, charger, and headphones.

Quick Recap Quiz (Day 1):
1. A computer is:

• an electronic device that processes data and performs tasks according to instructions

• a type of fruit used for making juice

• a musical instrument played in orchestras

• a vehicle used for transportation

Quick Recap Quiz (Day 1):
2. Name one example of a Supercomputer.

• IBM Summit

• Apple MacBook Pro

• Raspberry Pi

• Dell Inspiron

The difference between Data and Information is:

• Data is raw facts, while Information is processed and meaningful data.

• Data is always accurate, while Information is not.

• Information is raw facts, while Data is processed and meaningful.

• Data and Information are exactly the same.

Class Discussion: The difference between Hardware and Software is:

• Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer, while Software refers to the programs and applications.

• Hardware refers to the programs and applications, while Software refers to the physical components.

• Hardware and Software are both physical parts of a computer.

• Hardware and Software are both types of computer programs.

Devices you can plug in, such as USB drives, printers, and headphones, are called ________.

• Peripherals

• Processors

• Monitors

• Software

Fill in the blank: Programs that solve the specific or exact needs of the user are called ________.

• Applications

• Operating Systems

• Utilities

• Firmware

What is the name of the input device shown in the image?

• Keyboard

• Mouse

• Monitor

• Printer