WorksheetsStandard 1.00 – Computing Systems
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
Hardware and software are two main components of a computer system. Which of the following best defines hardware and software with accurate examples?
Hardware refers to the physical parts of a computer like the keyboard, while software refers to programs like Microsoft Word.
Hardware refers to computer programs like Windows, while software refers to the mouse and monitor.
Hardware and software both refer to physical devices such as printers and scanners.
Hardware refers to internet browsers, while software refers to the CPU and RAM.
System software vs application software: What do they do and give examples.
System software manages hardware and provides a platform for application software; examples include Windows OS and Linux. Application software performs specific tasks for users; examples include Microsoft Word and Photoshop.
System software is used for entertainment purposes; examples include video games. Application software controls hardware; examples include device drivers.
System software is only used for internet browsing; examples include Chrome and Firefox. Application software is used for operating system updates; examples include Windows Update.
System software and application software are the same; both are used for running user applications like games and word processors.
RAM is used while an application runs because:
It stores data and instructions temporarily for quick access by the CPU.
It permanently stores all files and applications.
It processes graphics and sound for the application.
It connects the computer to the internet.
Identify input and output during a computing task.
Input is data entered; output is the result produced.
Input is the result produced; output is data entered.
Input and output are both results produced.
Input and output are both data entered.
What is software? Fill in the blank: Software refers to ______/instructions that tell hardware what to do.
programs
devices
networks
circuits
Which hardware category does 'Cloud storage (remote)' belong to?
Input
Output
Storage
Internal
Fill in the blank: System software provides _______ and user accounts for the computer.
security
graphics
sound
printing
Application software (Apps) helps users do specific tasks. Which of the following is NOT an example of application software?
Excel/Sheets
ChromeOS
Games
Which category does a photo/video editor belong to?
System software
Application software
Hardware is defined as the physical components of a computer system. Which of the following are examples of hardware?
Monitor and keyboard
Windows and Linux
Microsoft Word and Excel
Google Chrome and Firefox
What is a computing system?
A device that only stores data
A combination of hardware, software, and users
A program used to browse the internet
A type of gaming console
Which of the following is an example of hardware?
Operating System
Web Browser
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Word Processing Software
What is the main function of the CPU?
Store files and documents
Process data and execute instructions
Display images on the screen
Connect the computer to the internet
What is the role of software in a computing system?
It physically connects computer parts
It processes electrical signals
It provides instructions for hardware to function
It stores data permanently
Which of the following is NOT a type of computer hardware?
Keyboard
RAM
Firewall
Monitor
What type of memory is RAM?
Permanent storage
Temporary memory used for fast access
Read-only storage
A type of external memory
Which device is an example of an output device?
Mouse
Printer
Microphone
Scanner
Which of these is an input device?
Speaker
Monitor
Keyboard
Projector
What is the main function of storage devices?
To process data
To permanently or temporarily store data
To display images and text
To run applications
What is an example of system software?
Microsoft Word
Google Chrome
Windows Operating System
Adobe Photoshop
Which of the following best describes an operating system?
A type of computer hardware
A set of programs that manage hardware and software resources
A physical component of a computer
A program that connects a computer to the internet
What happens if a computer has too little RAM?
It will overheat
It will run slower when multiple programs are open
It will store more files
It won’t need an operating system
Which of the following is considered secondary storage?
CPU
RAM
Hard Drive (HDD or SSD)
Motherboard
What is the purpose of the motherboard?
To store data permanently
To connect and allow communication between all components
To display visual output
To execute software applications
Who are considered the "users" in a computing system?
Only software developers
Anyone who interacts with a computer system
Only IT professionals
Only those who repair computers
