12 Questions
Which component of a computer system is responsible for converting analogue data to digital data?
Analog to Digital Converter (ADC)
What is the main function of the control unit in the Central Processing Unit (CPU)?
Manage input and output devices
Which type of memory is lost after the power is shut down?
Random Access Memory (RAM)
What is the function of Read-Only Memory (ROM) in a computer system?
Store computer's configuration data
Which component of a computer system is responsible for converting digital data back to analogue form?
Digital to Analog Converter (DAC)
What is the primary function of the Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU) in the Central Processing Unit (CPU)?
Perform computations and logical judgments
What are internal hardware devices of a computer system?
Processor, motherboard, RAM
What is the purpose of system software in a computer system?
Offering a platform for all other software to run
Which software is responsible for translating high-level languages into machine code?
Compilers
What do application software programs provide to users?
Services for specific user tasks
Which type of hardware device is a Network Interface Card (NIC)?
Internal memory device
Which of the following is not a function of Utilities software in a computer system?
Translating high-level languages into machine code
Test your knowledge of computer hardware components such as central processing units, motherboards, internal memory, graphics cards, storage devices, and more. Learn about both internal and external hardware devices that make up a typical computer system.
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