WorksheetsComputer knowledge (for Essential Digital Skills Entry 3 UK)
Total questions: 21
Worksheet time: 16mins
What is the difference between hardware and software?
Hardware is the physical parts of the computer you can touch. Software is the non physical parts of the computer that gives instructions for tasks to be performed.
There is no difference between hardware and software
Hardware is the CPU of the computer. Software are spreadsheets.
What does VPN stand for?
Virtual Private Network
Virtual Projector Network
Virtual Proxy Network
What does a VPN do?
What should you try and do if your device isn't working?
Ask Google.
Call a computer repair shop.
Try to reboot the computer.
Buy a new computer.
Which of these are an example of an online threat?
Viruses
Elon Musk
Computers
Why are computer viruses created?
Which of these is a reason for why your computer may be operating slowly?
The printer caused a problem.
The charging port is faulty.
You have too many files taking up space on the computer's storage.
What is RAM?
a computer's short-term memory, where the data that the processor is currently using is stored.
electronic machinery that executes instructions from programs so you can call your friends, open your web browser, or write emails.
a type of storage medium that permanently stores data on personal computers (PCs) and other electronic devices.
Why do modern computers no longer overheat (catch on fire)?
They have bigger RAM space
The monitors are smaller
They have in-built cooling fans.
Who created Apple MacBooks?
Bill Gates
Elon Musk
Steve Jobs?
What does the operating system of a computer do?
Gives instructions to the computer
manages all of the other application programs in a computer
It opens Microsoft Word.
Do all computers use the same operating system?
Yes
No
What should you do if someone sends you a rude/racist/offensive message?
Go to the police.
Fight the person.
Ignore the message.
Report the message using the social media's report button and block the sender.
Which of these is a BAD password? Tick all that apply.
fhdsiqdb12x#
Alice123
Is it safe to use public WiFi networks?
Yes
No
Which of these is a reason to keep your social media private?
Employers can search your social media.
You want to post mean messages without anyone seeing them.
You don't want the government spying on you.
What should you think about before posting to social media?
The consequences of your posts and how it can affect your future.
How great you look in your selfie.
If it will get a lot of likes.
How long do things stay up on the internet?
Until you delete it.
One day
Forever.
How should you sit when using your computer?
Slouching on your bed
Lying down
However you want.
Both feet on the floor and your eyes should be level with the computer screen
Sally spilled Mountain Dew on her Apple Macbook. She still has the warranty. Can she get her laptop fixed for free?
Yes
No
A fun little opinion question to end this quiz! Do your prefer Apple or Windows>
Apple!
Windows!
