15 Questions
What is the function of the system board or motherboard in a computer system?
Controls communication for the entire computer system
Which electronic components are housed in the system unit of a computer?
Microprocessor and memory
What is the role of the motherboard in a computer system?
Controls the operations of all other components
Which device is considered as the most popular handheld computer?
Smartphone
What is the function of the data path (Bus) in a computer system?
Allows various components to communicate efficiently with one another
What is the function of device drivers in a computer system?
To provide a software interface for the operating system and computer apps to access hardware functions
Which of the following is NOT included in system software?
Application software
What is the main function of an operating system in a computer?
Manages computer resources such as memory, processing, and storage
What is the term for starting or restarting a computer system?
Booting
Which component of system software is responsible for protecting the computer from viruses and performing important maintenance tasks?
Utilities
What is the primary function of device drivers in a computer system?
To offer a software interface for the OS and computer apps to access hardware functions
Which component of system software is responsible for coordinating memory, processing, storage, printers, and monitors?
Operating system
What is the term for running more than one program at the same time on a computer?
Multitasking
What is the term for the process of starting or restarting a computer system?
Booting
Which component of system software provides a software interface that allows the OS and other computer apps to access hardware functions?
Device drivers
This quiz covers the hardware components of a computer system, including the system board (motherboard), microprocessors, memory, and system unit. It delves into the data path and traffic monitoring for efficient communication between components.
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