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WorksheetsTypes and components of computer system
Total questions: 31
Worksheet time: 16mins
What is the general term for the physical components of a computer system?
Software
Hardware
Firmware
Network
Which of the following is an example of application software?
Operating System
Device Driver
Compiler
Word Processing
What type of memory is known for being volatile?
RAM
ROM
CMOS
BIOS
Which component of a computer is responsible for executing commands?
Motherboard
RAM
CPU
Hard Drive
What does a compiler do?
Combines object files into a program
Manages hardware devices
Stores data permanently
Translates high-level language to machine code
Which of the following is a characteristic of digital data?
Continuous values
Analog signals
Smooth transitions
Binary format
What is the main advantage of desktop computers over laptops?
Better battery life
Portability
Lower costs for upgrades
Compact design
Which type of user interface requires typing commands?
Graphical User Interface
Dialogue-based Interface
Command Line Interface
Gesture-based Interface
What is a disadvantage of laptops compared to desktops?
Easier to upgrade
More portable
Limited battery life
Standardized parts
Which of the following is a feature of augmented reality?
Only works with physical objects
Overlaying digital information on the real world
Requires a VR headset
Complete immersion in a digital world
What is the primary function of a device driver?
To manage system resources
To enable communication between hardware and software
To store data permanently
To execute commands
Which of the following is NOT a type of operating system user interface?
Command Line Interface
Dialogue-based Interface
Text-based Interface
Graphical User Interface
What is a key feature of tablets compared to laptops?
Use of touch screen technology
More expensive
Heavier weight
Larger memory
Which of the following is a characteristic of smartphones?
They cannot connect to the internet
They are lightweight and portable
They are only used for phone calls
They have large screens
What is the main purpose of the BIOS?
To execute software applications
To store temporary data
To manage hardware devices
To store system configuration
Which of the following describes virtual reality?
Enhances the real world with digital details
Immerses the user in a simulated environment
Requires no special equipment
Is only used for gaming
What is a disadvantage of smartphones?
They have limited battery life
They are very large
They cannot access the internet
They are difficult to use
What type of memory is Read-Only Memory (ROM)?
Non-volatile
Temporary
Dynamic
Volatile
Which of the following is a main component of a computer system?
Printer
Monitor
CPU
Keyboard
What is the role of a linker?
To manage memory allocation
To combine object files into a single program
To execute commands
To translate high-level code
Which of the following is a characteristic of RAM?
Non-volatile memory
Permanent storage
Volatile memory
Cannot be written to
What is a phablet?
A virtual reality device
A type of desktop computer
A hybrid between a smartphone and a tablet
A type of laptop
Which of the following is an example of system software?
Spreadsheet
Word Processor
Operating System
Database
What is the main use of a desktop computer?
Office and business work
Gaming
Taking photos
Making phone calls
What is a key advantage of using tablets?
They are very expensive
They require a keyboard
They are lightweight and portable
They have large storage capacity
What is the main function of the CPU?
To connect to the internet
To execute commands
To manage power supply
To store data
Which of the following is a feature of augmented reality?
Overlaying digital information on the real world
Only works with physical objects
Complete immersion in a digital world
Requires a VR headset
What is the main disadvantage of desktop computers?
Less storage
Limited processing power
Not portable
Higher costs
What is the primary function of an operating system?
To manage hardware and software resources
To provide internet access
To execute applications
To store user data
Which of the following is a type of volatile memory?
Read-Only Memory
Flash Memory
Hard Disk Drive
Static RAM
What is the main purpose of a network router?
To execute software
To store data
To manage power supply
To connect multiple devices to a network
