Computer Questions 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 _______ is the main circuit board in a computer.
motherboard
What is the function of an operating system?
To manage computer hardware and software resources.
Which of the following is not an operating system? A) Windows B) Linux C) HTML
C) HTML
What does SSD stand for?
Solid State Drive
True or False: A byte consists of 8 bits.
True
What is the primary function of a graphics card?
To render images and video.
Which of the following is a type of malware? A) Antivirus B) Trojan C) Firewall
B) Trojan
Fill in the blank: The _______ is responsible for executing instructions in a computer.
CPU
What does HTML stand for?
HyperText Markup Language
True or False: A network switch operates at the application layer of the OSI model.
False
What is the purpose of a firewall?
To protect a network by controlling incoming and outgoing traffic.
Which of the following is an example of an input device? A) Monitor B) Keyboard C) Printer
B) Keyboard
What does URL stand for?
Uniform Resource Locator
Fill in the blank: _______ is the process of finding and fixing bugs in software.
Debugging
What is cloud computing?
The delivery of computing services over the internet.
True or False: A VPN provides a secure connection over a less secure network.
True
What does GUI stand for?
Graphical User Interface
Which programming language is primarily used for web development? A) Java B) Python C) JavaScript
C) JavaScript
What is the purpose of a database?
To store and manage data.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is a collection of instructions that a computer can execute.
program
What does IoT stand for?
Internet of Things
True or False: SSDs are generally faster than HDDs.
True
What is phishing?
A type of cyber attack that attempts to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity.
Which of the following is a type of software? A) CPU B) RAM C) Operating System
C) Operating System
What is the function of an API?
To allow different software applications to communicate with each other.
