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COMPUTER 1 MIDTERM

The document consists of a multiple-choice quiz covering various computer hardware and software concepts, including the functions of the CPU, types of input and output devices, storage devices, and the purpose of operating systems. It also includes true or false questions and identification of computer components. Overall, it serves as a comprehensive assessment of basic computer knowledge.
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COMPUTER 1 MIDTERM

The document consists of a multiple-choice quiz covering various computer hardware and software concepts, including the functions of the CPU, types of input and output devices, storage devices, and the purpose of operating systems. It also includes true or false questions and identification of computer components. Overall, it serves as a comprehensive assessment of basic computer knowledge.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE:

1. What is the main function of the CPU in a computer?

A) To display images

B) To process data

C) To store data

D) To connect to the internet

2. Which of the following is an example of input hardware?

A) Monitor

B) Printer

C) Keyboard

D) Speaker

3. Which storage device is used for temporary data storage?

A) Hard drive

B) Flash drive

C) RAM

D) DVD

4. Which part of a computer allows users to interact with software using icons and menus?

A) Command Line Interface (CLI)

B) Central Processing Unit (CPU)

C) Graphic User Interface (GUI)

D) Basic Input/Output System (BIOS)

5. What is the main purpose of an operating system?

A) To perform mathematical calculations

B) To manage hardware and software resources

C) To create computer programs

D) To provide internet access

6. Which of the following is NOT an example of software?

A) Motherboard

B) Photoshop
C) Windows OS

D) Gmail

7. Which device is considered a peripheral?

A) CPU

B) Hard drive

C) Printer

D) RAM

8. Which type of memory is non-volatile and stores data permanently?

A) RAM

B) ROM

C) Cache

D) Register

9. Which of the following is not an output device?

A) Monitor

B) Printer

C) Keyboard

D) Speaker

10. What is the main purpose of software applications?

A) To perform specific tasks for users

B) To replace hardware

C) To improve the internet speed

D) To reduce electricity usage

11. Which device is primarily used to type text into a computer?

A) Mouse

B) Keyboard

C) Printer

D) Monitor

12. Which of the following devices can capture a digital image of a physical document?

A) Scanner
B) Monitor

C) Projector

D) Speaker

13. Which input device allows users to control the pointer on a computer screen?

A) Keyboard

B) Mouse

C) Printer

D) USB drive

14. A microphone is an input device that is mainly used to:

A) Record audio

B) Display images

C) Print documents

D) Increase volume

15. Which device allows for touch input on a display screen?

A) Touchpad

B) Projector

C) Printer

D) RAM

16. Touchpad Which device displays visual output from the computer to the user?

A) Keyboard

B) Monitor

C) Mouse

D) Scanner

17. Which output device is used to produce printed documents?

A) Printer

B) Monitor

C) Microphone

D) Keyboard

18. A speaker is an output device that is mainly used to:


A) Display images

B) Play sound

C) Scan documents

D) Enter data

19. What type of output device is commonly used for projecting slides or videos onto a wall or
screen?

A) Projector

B) Scanner

C) Keyboard

D) Mouse

20. Which device provides printed output of data on paper?

A) Hard drive

B) Printer

C) Monitor

D) Webcam

21. What is the primary purpose of the power supply unit (PSU) in a computer cabinet?

A) To store data

B) To cool the computer

C) To convert electrical power for the components

D) To connect peripherals

22. Which component is responsible for cooling the CPU?

A) Hard drive

B) GPU

C) Heatsink and fan

D) Motherboard

23. What is typically found on the front panel of a computer cabinet?

A) Power buttons and USB ports

B) Hard drive and power supply

C) RAM slots and CPU


D) GPU and cooling fans

24. Which of the following components is typically located on the motherboard?

A) Power supply

B) GPU

C) RAM

D) All of the above

25. What is the main function of the hard drive within a computer cabinet?

A) To process data

B) To store the operating system and files

C) To cool the system

D) To connect to the internet

26. What type of storage device uses spinning disks to read and write data?

A) Solid State Drive (SSD)

B) Flash Drive

C) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

D) Optical Drive

27. Which of the following is an advantage of Solid State Drives (SSDs) over Hard Disk Drives
(HDDs)?

A) Slower read and write speeds

B) More durability and shock resistance

C) Higher power consumption

D) Larger physical size

28. What is the primary purpose of cloud storage?

A) To provide physical storage devices

B) To store data on remote servers accessible via the internet

C) To back up data on local machines

D) To improve computer performance

29. Which data storage medium is primarily used for optical disks?

A) Magnetic tape
B) Blu-ray

C) RAM

D) Flash memory

30. What does the term "capacity" refer to in data storage?

A) The speed of data transfer

B) The amount of data a storage device can hold

C) The physical size of the device

D) The durability of the device

TRUE OR FALSE

1. The CPU is often called the "brain" of the computer.

2. RAM is used to store data permanently.

3. An operating system is considered application software.

4. A mouse and keyboard are both input devices.

5. The primary purpose of a computer network is to share resources.

6. A joystick is an input device primarily used for gaming.

7. A printer is an example of an input device.

8. A touch screen can function as both an input and output device.

9. A monitor is considered an output device.

10. A speaker is an input device that allows users to record audio.

IDENTIFY THE COMPONENT:


Power Supply Unit (PSU) Motherboard CRT Monitor (Cathode Ray Tube) Optical
Storage

Magnetic Tape RAM (Random Access Memory) Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

USB Flash Drive Hard Disk Drive (HDD) or Solid State Drive (SSD) LCD Monitor

Floppy Disk
1. This is a large board inside the computer that houses the CPU, RAM, and other essential
components.

2. This device is responsible for providing power to all the internal components of the
computer.

3. This is a device that allows for temporary data storage and is used by the CPU to access
data quickly.

4. This is a magnetic storage medium that is often used for backups and archiving data.

5. This removable storage medium is commonly used to transfer files between devices and
is known for its portability.

6. This format is used for storing data on CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs.

7. This is an older technology that uses cathode ray tubes to display images and is bulkier
compared to modern monitors.

8. This type of monitor uses liquid crystal display technology and is known for being
lightweight and energy-efficient.

9. This is a non-volatile storage device that retains data even when the computer is turned
off, typically used for long-term storage.

10. This component generates visual output and connects to the monitor, either as an
integrated part of the motherboard or as a separate card.

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