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What is the primary function of an output device?
What is the primary function of an output device?
- Create graphic elements on the screen
- Select a graphic icon or menu item from multiple options
- Enter data into a computer system
- Supply results of processing from primary storage to users (correct)
Which type of keyboard is mentioned as the most popular in the text?
Which type of keyboard is mentioned as the most popular in the text?
- 101-keys AZERTY keyboard
- 88-keys DVORAK keyboard
- 88-keys QWERTY keyboard
- 101-keys QWERTY keyboard (correct)
Which input device is commonly used to create graphic elements such as lines and curves on the screen?
Which input device is commonly used to create graphic elements such as lines and curves on the screen?
- Data scanning device
- Keyboard
- Light pen (correct)
- Mouse
What is the main purpose of a mouse according to the text?
What is the main purpose of a mouse according to the text?
In modern operating systems like Ubuntu, Windows, and Macintosh, how many buttons does a modern mouse typically have?
In modern operating systems like Ubuntu, Windows, and Macintosh, how many buttons does a modern mouse typically have?
Which input device helps in creating freehand shapes on the screen?
Which input device helps in creating freehand shapes on the screen?
Which type of computer is known for its speed in processing data?
Which type of computer is known for its speed in processing data?
How are computers categorized based on their data handling capabilities?
How are computers categorized based on their data handling capabilities?
What is the main characteristic of a personal computer?
What is the main characteristic of a personal computer?
Which type of computer has thousands of interconnected processors?
Which type of computer has thousands of interconnected processors?
What distinguishes a supercomputer from other types of computers?
What distinguishes a supercomputer from other types of computers?
What distinguishes a personal computer from other types of computers?
What distinguishes a personal computer from other types of computers?
What is the primary function of system software?
What is the primary function of system software?
What does the BIOS setup or CMOS setup allow you to configure?
What does the BIOS setup or CMOS setup allow you to configure?
What is the initial role of the BIOS in the system boot sequence?
What is the initial role of the BIOS in the system boot sequence?
In what type of languages is system software generally developed?
In what type of languages is system software generally developed?
In the system boot sequence, what initiates the loading of the rest of the operating system?
In the system boot sequence, what initiates the loading of the rest of the operating system?
What is the main function of the BIOS drivers in a computer?
What is the main function of the BIOS drivers in a computer?
Why is system software considered an interface between the system perspective and applications?
Why is system software considered an interface between the system perspective and applications?
What happens if the bootloader is not found by the firmware code during the system boot sequence?
What happens if the bootloader is not found by the firmware code during the system boot sequence?
Which of the following best describes application software installation?
Which of the following best describes application software installation?
What distinguishes application software from system software in terms of user involvement?
What distinguishes application software from system software in terms of user involvement?
What does the firmware code do after initializing the hardware in the system boot sequence?
What does the firmware code do after initializing the hardware in the system boot sequence?
How can you run a computer program in Windows?
How can you run a computer program in Windows?
How can you highlight an icon on a Windows computer without double-clicking it?
How can you highlight an icon on a Windows computer without double-clicking it?
Where can you access the settings for a newly installed operating system?
Where can you access the settings for a newly installed operating system?
Which area of settings allows you to adjust the date and time in an operating system?
Which area of settings allows you to adjust the date and time in an operating system?
Why would a computer device not work without system software?
Why would a computer device not work without system software?
What should you do if you have difficulty double-clicking an icon in Windows?
What should you do if you have difficulty double-clicking an icon in Windows?
What is the most common method for accessing settings in Windows 10?
What is the most common method for accessing settings in Windows 10?
