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WorksheetsHardware and Software Basics
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is an example of input device?
monitor
printer
keyboard
mouse
Name one type of software.
Word processor
Web browser
Spreadsheet program
Operating system
What is the function of a CPU in a computer?
To water the plants
To walk the dog
To execute instructions, perform calculations, and manage data flow within the computer.
To brew coffee
Give an example of an output device.
Monitor
Scanner
Keyboard
Printer
What are the two main categories of software?
System software and application software
Hardware and software
Programming software and development software
Operating software and utility software
Name a type of hardware used for storage.
USB stick
Hard drive
CD-ROM
Floppy disk
What is the purpose of an operating system?
To walk the dog
To bake cookies
To paint a picture
To manage computer hardware and software resources, provide a user interface, and facilitate communication between software and hardware components.
List one example of system software.
Adobe Photoshop
Google Chrome
Operating system
Microsoft Word
What are the components of a computer system?
GPU, RAM, keyboard, monitor
Ethernet cable, modem, router, firewall
Operating system, software, printer, scanner
CPU, memory, storage, input devices, output devices, motherboard
Name a popular operating system.
Windows
MacOS
iOS
Android
