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Computer Hardware and Software Assessment

Quiz by Will Cain

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  • Q1
    What is an electronic device that manipulates information, or data? *
    Monitor
    Computer
    Printer
    Hard Drive
    30s
  • Q2
    What is the difference between hardware and software?
    Hardware performs the processing functions of the computer, and software maintains the storage.
    Hardware is used to store information locally on the computer, and software is used to store information on the cloud.
    Hardware consists of the cables and wires that connect the computer to the Internet, and software displays the web pages on the computer.
    Hardware is any part of the computer that has a physical structure, and software is a set of directions that tells the hardware what to do and how to do it.
    30s
  • Q3
    What is a computer that serves up information to other computers on a network?
    Peripheral
    Server
    Monitor
    Motherboard
    30s
  • Q4
    What works with a video card to display images and text on the screen?
    Monitor
    Motherboard
    RAM
    CPU/Processor
    30s
  • Q5
    What tool allows you to point to objects on the screen, click on them, and move them?
    Mouse
    Video Card
    Scanner
    Microphone
    30s
  • Q6
    Which of the following is NOT a peripheral?
    Graphics Processing Unit
    Scanner
    Digital Camera
    Printer
    30s
  • Q7
    What is the computer's main circuit board?
    Processor
    Motherboard
    Hard Drive
    RAM
    30s
  • Q8
    What does CPU stand for?
    Conventional Power Utility
    Computer Programming Unit
    Core Program Utility
    Central Processing Unit
    30s
  • Q9
    What provides short term memory?
    RAM
    Expansion Cards
    Power Supply Unit
    CPU
    30s
  • Q10
    What provides long term storage for software, documents, and files?
    CPU
    Hard Drive
    Motherboard
    RAM
    30s
  • Q11
    What can you add to one of the expansion slots if you want better performance for playing graphics-intensive games?
    Video Card
    Bluetooth
    Game Controller
    Power Supply Unit
    30s
  • Q12
    What is a technology for wireless communication over short distances?
    GPU
    Network Card
    Bluetooth
    CPU
    30s
  • Q13
    What is the difference between a laptop and a desktop?
    A laptop has more room for ports, while a desktop has only a few ports.
    A laptop needs to be plugged directly into a power source in order to work, while a desktop has a battery.
    A laptop is designed for portability with an all-in-one design, while a desktop computer is made of different parts.
    A laptop is designed for schools, and a desktop is designed for businesses.
    30s
  • Q14
    Which device is typically the most expensive?
    Desktop computer
    E-Reader
    Tablet computer
    Laptop computer
    30s
  • Q15
    What is a general term for any type of handheld computer?
    Bluetooth
    Laptop
    Mobile Device
    Tablet
    30s

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