1.1 Flashcards
What does CPU stand for?
Central Processing Unit
True or False: RAM is a type of permanent storage.
False
Fill in the blank: The main function of the __________ is to execute instructions from computer programs.
CPU
What are the two main types of software?
System software and application software
Which component is known as the brain of the computer?
CPU
What is the primary purpose of an operating system?
To manage computer hardware and software resources
List one example of application software.
Microsoft Word
True or False: ROM is volatile memory.
False
What does RAM stand for?
Random Access Memory
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of memory? A) RAM B) ROM C) CPU D) Cache
C) CPU
What is the difference between hardware and software?
Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer, while software refers to the programs and operating systems that run on the hardware.
Fill in the blank: A __________ is a set of instructions that a computer follows to perform a task.
program
What is the purpose of a compiler?
To translate high-level programming code into machine code.
True or False: A file extension indicates the type of file and how it can be opened.
True
What does the acronym ‘URL’ stand for?
Uniform Resource Locator
Multiple choice: Which of the following is an input device? A) Monitor B) Keyboard C) Printer D) Speaker
B) Keyboard
What is the function of an operating system’s user interface?
To allow users to interact with the computer system.
Fill in the blank: __________ are used to connect computers to networks.
Network interfaces
What is the function of a web browser?
To access and display web pages on the internet.
True or False: Malware is a type of software designed to harm or exploit any programmable device.
True
What is cloud computing?
The delivery of computing services over the internet.
What does the term ‘database’ refer to?
A structured collection of data that can be easily accessed, managed, and updated.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is an example of system software? A) Google Chrome B) Windows OS C) Adobe Photoshop D) Microsoft Excel
B) Windows OS
What is the function of a firewall?
To protect a network by controlling incoming and outgoing traffic.
Fill in the blank: A __________ is a software program that allows users to browse the internet.
web browser
What is an algorithm?
A step-by-step procedure for solving a problem or performing a task.
True or False: A byte consists of 8 bits.
True
What does ‘HTTP’ stand for?
Hypertext Transfer Protocol
What is the purpose of an IP address?
To identify a device on a network.
Multiple choice: Which of the following best describes ‘open-source software’? A) Software that is free to use B) Software whose source code is available for modification C) Software that requires a subscription D) Software that is pre-installed on devices
B) Software whose source code is available for modification
What is the difference between a virus and a worm?
A virus attaches itself to a program and requires user action to spread, while a worm can spread independently across networks.
Fill in the blank: __________ is the process of finding and fixing errors in software.
Debugging
What is the purpose of a spreadsheet application?
To organize, analyze, and store data in tabular form.
True or False: The Internet and the World Wide Web are the same thing.
False
What does ‘SEO’ stand for?
Search Engine Optimization
What is the primary purpose of a router?
To direct data packets between different networks.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a programming language? A) HTML B) CSS C) Java D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is the role of a database management system (DBMS)?
To create, manage, and manipulate databases.
Fill in the blank: __________ is a collection of related data stored in a structured format.
Database
