Computer Components and Functions

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Which type of memory is volatile and loses its data when the computer is turned off?

Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

Solid-State Drives (SSDs)

Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)

Random Access Memory (RAM) (correct)

What is the main role of Storage Devices in a computer?

Storing data and programs for the long term (correct)

Rendering images and videos

Providing electrical power to all components

Connecting and housing all hardware components

What distinguishes Solid-State Drives (SSDs) from Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)?

SSDs have no moving parts (correct)

HDDs are faster and more durable

HDDs use flash memory

SSDs use spinning disks

What is the role of the Central Processing Unit (CPU) in a computer?

Executing instructions and performing calculations Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the Motherboard in a computer?

Connecting and housing all hardware components Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in a computer?

Rendering images and videos Signup and view all the answers

What type of software cannot be deleted and manages computer hardware?

System Software Signup and view all the answers

Which operating system is designed for smartphones and tablets?

Android Signup and view all the answers

How do you select multiple files that are not in a continuous sequence?

Hold down the Ctrl key and click on each file you want to select Signup and view all the answers

What should you do to adjust the volume in Windows?

Click on the speaker icon once Signup and view all the answers

Which option allows you to copy a file to another location?

Right-click on the file and select 'Copy' Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Application Software?

It consists of programs designed to perform specific tasks for users Signup and view all the answers

Where can you find the 'File Explorer' icon to select a file?

On the desktop or taskbar Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Embedded Operating Systems?

Built into embedded systems and devices like IoT devices Signup and view all the answers

What should you do to rename a file on your desktop or in a folder?

Right-click on the file and select 'Rename' Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Server Operating Systems?

For managing servers and providing services to clients Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU) in a computer?

Executing instructions and performing calculations Signup and view all the answers

How do Solid-State Drives (SSDs) differ from Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)?

SSDs use flash memory and have no moving parts Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in a computer?

Rendering images and videos Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Random Access Memory (RAM) from Storage Devices in a computer?

RAM is temporary storage - volatile memory Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the Motherboard in a computer?

Connecting and housing all hardware components Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Power Supply Unit (PSU) in a computer?

Providing electrical power to all components Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of System Software?

To manage and control the computer hardware Signup and view all the answers

How do you select multiple files that are not in a continuous sequence?

Click on the first file, hold down the Ctrl key, and click on each file Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Solid-State Drives (SSDs) from Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)?

SSDs are non-volatile, HDDs are volatile Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in a computer?

To manage and optimize visual output Signup and view all the answers

Where can you find the 'File Explorer' icon to select a file?

In the Windows taskbar Signup and view all the answers

What type of software consists of programs designed to perform specific tasks or applications for users?

Application Software Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the Motherboard in a computer?

To facilitate communication between hardware components Signup and view all the answers

Where do you need to navigate to adjust the volume in Windows?

'File Explorer' window Signup and view all the answers

'Copy' and 'Move' are commonly used options for what purpose?

'Transferring' files between locations Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Computer Hardware and Software

Volatile Memory: Loses its data when the computer is turned off.
Storage Devices: Store data permanently, even when the computer is turned off.
Solid-State Drives (SSDs) vs Hard Disk Drives (HDDs): SSDs use flash memory, while HDDs use spinning disks and moving heads.
Central Processing Unit (CPU): Executes instructions and performs calculations.
Motherboard: Connects and supports all hardware components.
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU): Handles graphics processing and computation.

Software

Firmware: Software that cannot be deleted and manages computer hardware.
Operating System for Mobile Devices: Designed for smartphones and tablets.
Application Software: Performs specific tasks or applications for users.

File Management

Selecting Multiple Files: Hold the Ctrl key while selecting files that are not in a continuous sequence.
Adjusting Volume: Navigate to the Speaker icon in the system tray to adjust the volume in Windows.
Copying and Moving Files: Allows you to copy or move a file to another location.
File Explorer: Found on the taskbar, used to select a file.
Renaming a File: Right-click the file and select "Rename" to rename a file on your desktop or in a folder.

Operating Systems

Embedded Operating Systems: Designed for specific devices and applications.
Server Operating Systems: Manage and provide services to other computers over a network.
System Software: Manages computer hardware and provides a platform for application software.

Power Supply Unit (PSU)

Function: Provides power to all components in the computer.

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Test your knowledge of computer components and functions with this quiz. Learn about the Central Processing Unit (CPU) and its role as the 'brain' of the computer, as well as the function of Memory (RAM) in temporary storage and its impact on a computer's performance.

Computer Components and Functions

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Questions and Answers

Which type of memory is volatile and loses its data when the computer is turned off?

What is the main role of Storage Devices in a computer?

What distinguishes Solid-State Drives (SSDs) from Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)?

What is the role of the Central Processing Unit (CPU) in a computer?

What is the main function of the Motherboard in a computer?

What is the primary role of Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in a computer?

What type of software cannot be deleted and manages computer hardware?

Which operating system is designed for smartphones and tablets?

How do you select multiple files that are not in a continuous sequence?

What should you do to adjust the volume in Windows?

Which option allows you to copy a file to another location?

What is the purpose of Application Software?

Where can you find the 'File Explorer' icon to select a file?

What is the purpose of Embedded Operating Systems?

What should you do to rename a file on your desktop or in a folder?

What is the purpose of Server Operating Systems?

What is the function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU) in a computer?

How do Solid-State Drives (SSDs) differ from Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)?

What is the primary role of the Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in a computer?

What distinguishes Random Access Memory (RAM) from Storage Devices in a computer?

What is the main function of the Motherboard in a computer?

What is the function of Power Supply Unit (PSU) in a computer?

What is the purpose of System Software?

How do you select multiple files that are not in a continuous sequence?

What distinguishes Solid-State Drives (SSDs) from Hard Disk Drives (HDDs)?

What is the primary role of Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in a computer?

Where can you find the 'File Explorer' icon to select a file?

What type of software consists of programs designed to perform specific tasks or applications for users?

What is the main function of the Motherboard in a computer?

Where do you need to navigate to adjust the volume in Windows?

'Copy' and 'Move' are commonly used options for what purpose?

Study Notes

Computer Hardware and Software

Software

File Management

Operating Systems

Power Supply Unit (PSU)

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