
Computing Essentials
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- Q1Which of the following is a type of computer hardware?KeyboardSoftwareInternetWebsite30s
- Q2What is the main function of an operating system?Create documentsManage computer resources and provide an interface for user interactionBrowse the internetPlay video games30s
- Q3What is the purpose of a computer network?Listen to musicShare resources and communicate between devicesPlay video gamesCreate documents30s
- Q4What does CPU stand for?Central Processing UnitControl Processing UnitComputer Processing UnitCentral Power Unit30s
- Q5What is the purpose of a computer monitor?To connect to the internetTo store dataTo display visual output from the computerTo process information30s
- Q6What type of computer network connects multiple devices in a small, personal area?Wide Area Network (WAN)Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)Personal Area Network (PAN)Local Area Network (LAN)30s
- Q7What type of computer network connects computers and devices using cables within a limited area?Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)Personal Area Network (PAN)Wide Area Network (WAN)Local Area Network (LAN)30s
- Q8Which type of computer network allows communication between devices over long distances, such as across continents?Local Area Network (LAN)Wide Area Network (WAN)Personal Area Network (PAN)Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)30s
- Q9What type of computer network connects computers within a limited area such as a school or office building?Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)Local Area Network (LAN)Wide Area Network (WAN)Personal Area Network (PAN)30s
- Q10What type of computer network covers a large geographical area, such as multiple cities or countries?Personal Area Network (PAN)Local Area Network (LAN)Wide Area Network (WAN)Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)30s
- Q11Which type of computer network connects computers in close proximity, typically within a residence?Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)Local Area Network (LAN)Wide Area Network (WAN)Personal Area Network (PAN)30s
- Q12What type of computer network covers a large area, such as a city or metropolitan area?Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)Wide Area Network (WAN)Personal Area Network (PAN)Local Area Network (LAN)30s
- Q13What is an IP address?A type of computer monitorA programming languageA unique numerical identifier assigned to each device on a networkA type of computer virus30s
- Q14What is the function of a motherboard?To connect and communicate with all the components of a computerTo store files and documentsTo display images on the screenTo provide power to the computer30s
- Q15What is the function of RAM in a computer?To permanently store data and program instructionsTo temporarily store data and program instructions that the computer is actively usingTo display images and videos on the screenTo connect external devices to the computer30s