Computer Components and Functions Quiz

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Which of the following does not classify as a memory type in a computer?

QRAM (correct)

ROM

RAM

Flash Memory

Which component functions as an interface for data transfer between devices and the computer?

CPU

Bus

Cache

Port (correct)

Which type of printer operates by printing one line at a time?

Thermal Printer

Inkjet Printer

Drum Printer (correct)

Laser Printer

Which device is used to read bar codes?

Input Device (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a function commonly associated with Output Units?

Storing raw data (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the smallest unit of data recognized in computing?

Bit (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of storage is also known as primary storage?

Memory (C) Signup and view all the answers

What technology is used in the functioning of optical disks?

Laser Beam (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic that is not attributed to computers?

I.Q. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which memory type cannot be written to by the user?

ROM (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is another name for a logic chip?

Microprocessor (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does soft copy refer to in computing?

Screen Output (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following formats is used for Adobe Acrobat files?

PDF (C) Signup and view all the answers

The action of moving a page up or down on the screen is called what?

Scrolling (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which application is typically NOT included in an office suite?

Antivirus (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for loading the operating system into a personal computer?

Booting (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for the main circuit board in a personal computer?

Motherboard (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for the built-in cache memory in the CPU chip?

L1 Cache (D) Signup and view all the answers

What describes the two-state system used to represent data in computers?

Binary System (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered an operating system?

MS Access (A) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Computer Components and Functions

Peripherals: Components external to the CPU, NOT the CPU itself.
Ports: Allow data transfer between various devices and the computer.
ROM (Read-Only Memory): Non-writable memory storing essential instructions.
Byte: A group of eight bits.
Megabyte (MB): 1,000,000 bytes.
Device Drivers: Software enabling communication between devices and the computer.
Primary and Secondary Memory: The two fundamental memory types in computers.
CD (Compact Disc): Non-erasable optical disk storing audio or data.
Outputting: The process of producing usable information from the computer.
Plotters: Devices for producing multi-colored images or drawings.
Drum Printers: Line printers that print one line at a time.
CRT Monitor: Traditional television-like monitor commonly found in non-portable systems.
Output Unit Function (EXCLUDED): Providing data/instructions for processing.
Bit: The smallest unit of data in a computer.
Input Unit Function (EXCLUDED): Converting data into a human-readable format.
Data and Information: Raw material (data) is processed to become useful information; data input, information output.
Computer Characteristic (EXCLUDED): I.Q.
Address Bus and Main Memory Size: The address bus's size directly impacts main memory capacity.
MAR (Memory Address Register): A register holding the address of memory location to access.
Optical Disk Technology: Laser beams are used in optical disks.
Secondary Memory (Independence): Secondary memory is independent of the address bus.
Optical Disk Types (EXCLUDED): Winchester disk is not an optical disk type.
Input Device Examples: Bar code reader.
Primary Storage Synonyms: Memory, primary storage.
End-users: Non-professional computer users.
Most Powerful Computers: Supercomputers.
Memory Synonyms: Primary storage unit, memory.
Memory Types (EXCLUDED): QRAM (not a standard memory type).
Logic Chip Synonyms: Microprocessor.
Binary System: Computer data representation using on/off states.
Processor Speed Measurement: Gigahertz (GHz).
Soft Copy: Screen output.
Nonimpact Printers: Inkjet printers.
OMR (Optical Mark Recognition): Alternative term for "mark sensing".
Office Suite Applications (EXCLUDED): Antivirus software is not typically part of an office suite.
Adobe Acrobat File Format: PDF (Portable Document Format).
Booting: Loading the operating system.
Operating System (EXCLUDED): MS Access (database application, not an OS).
Cache Memory Location: L1 cache memory is built into the CPU chip.
Register Length: Word size.
Web Browser Search: Uniform Resource Locator (URL) - website address.
Most Used Top-Level Domain: .com
Collaborative Software: Groupware.
Screen Navigation: Scrolling.
Main Circuit Board: Motherboard.

Computer Networking and Applications (Additional Points)

Protocol for IP address assignment: The question is incomplete. You need to provide the protocol(s) to be sure.

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Test your knowledge on various computer components and their functions. This quiz covers topics such as peripherals, memory types, and output devices. Challenge yourself to see how well you understand the essential parts of a computer system.