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WorksheetsGrade 7 ICT: Types of Computers
Total questions: 23
Worksheet time: 14mins
What is a microcomputer?
A large, expensive computer used by many people
A personal computer designed for individual use
A computer used only for scientific research
A computer that cannot process data quickly
Which of the following is NOT a type of microcomputer?
Desktop
Laptop
Mainframe
Smartphone
What is the main feature of a supercomputer?
It is portable and used for personal tasks
It can perform billions of calculations per second
It is used for basic office tasks
It can only be used by one person at a time
Which type of computer is used by banks to manage transactions?
Microcomputer
Supercomputer
Mainframe
Embedded System
A tablet is a type of microcomputer.
True
False
Embedded computers are used only in large companies.
True
False
A smartphone can be classified as a mobile device.
True
False
Mainframes are used in large organizations to handle vast amounts of data.
True
False
(a) is a computer used for highly complex computations like weather forecasting.
__________ are small computers designed to perform specific tasks within a larger system, such as in washing machines.
(a) is a portable computer that combines a monitor, keyboard, and mouse in one unit.
(a) computers are commonly used in homes, offices, and schools for tasks like research and entertainment.
Which of the following is an example of a real-world use for a mainframe computer?
Playing video games
Managing customer transactions in banks
Writing essays
Taking photos
What is the main difference between a tablet and a smartphone?
A tablet can make phone calls, but a smartphone cannot.
A smartphone is smaller and can make phone calls, while a tablet is larger and primarily used for browsing and media.
Tablets have more storage than smartphones.
Smartphones do not have touch screens, but tablets do.
Why are supercomputers necessary for tasks like military defence or code-breaking?
They are cheaper than other computers.
They can perform trillions of calculations per second, making them suitable for complex tasks.
They are used to play video games.
They are more portable than laptops.
An embedded system can be found in everyday devices like washing machines and digital watches.
True
False
Which type of computer is typically used for tasks like weather forecasting and scientific research?
Microcomputer
Mainframe
Supercomputer
Embedded system
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a mainframe computer?
Supports many users at once
Small and portable
Used in large organizations like banks
Can operate continuously without downtime
What is the primary purpose of an embedded system?
To perform highly complex scientific calculations
To control or manage specific tasks within a larger system
To provide personal entertainment
To store large amounts of data for businesses
Microcomputers are also known as personal computers and are designed for individual use.
True
False
Supercomputers are less expensive than microcomputers.
True
False
A laptop is a type of desktop computer.
True
False
A Chromebook is a type of laptop that uses Google's Chrome OS and stores most data in the cloud.
True
False
