pregunta informatica Flashcards
What is hardware?
The physical components of a computer system.
What is software?
The programs and operating systems that run on hardware.
True or False: The CPU is considered hardware.
True
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the main circuit board in a computer.
motherboard
What does RAM stand for?
Random Access Memory
What is the function of an operating system?
To manage hardware and software resources and provide common services.
True or False: Software can be divided into system software and application software.
True
What is the primary purpose of application software?
To help users perform specific tasks.
What type of software is used to browse the internet?
Web browser
Fill in the blank: __________ is a type of software that controls the hardware of a computer.
System software
What is the purpose of a web server?
To host websites and serve content to users over the internet.
What is an example of a web development language?
HTML, CSS, or JavaScript
True or False: A router is a piece of hardware.
True
What is cloud computing?
The delivery of computing services over the internet.
What does URL stand for?
Uniform Resource Locator
What is a database?
An organized collection of data that can be easily accessed, managed, and updated.
Fill in the blank: __________ is the process of converting data into a format that can be easily processed by a computer.
Data encoding
What is an operating system example?
Windows, macOS, or Linux
What is the function of a firewall?
To protect a network by controlling incoming and outgoing traffic.
True or False: Software updates are important for security and performance.
True
What is the difference between a static and dynamic website?
A static website displays the same content to all users, while a dynamic website can change content based on user interaction.
What does GUI stand for?
Graphical User Interface
What is the role of a compiler?
To convert high-level programming code into machine code.
What is the main function of an input device?
To allow users to enter data into a computer.
