12 Questions
What is the role of an input device in a computer system?
Converts physical input to binary information
Which of the following is an example of an output device?
Speaker
How does a computer process a letter inputted from the keyboard and display it on the screen?
The letter is converted to binary, then calculated by the CPU to display step by step
What is required for computers to perform complex tasks like 3D graphics and high-definition movies?
Use multiple CPUs and store information in gigabytes
What role does the output device play in a computer system?
Converts binary signals into physical output
Why does enhancing CPU power and speed benefit computers performing complex tasks?
It allows for faster processing of large amounts of information
What is the function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU) in a computer?
Controls all the other parts of the computer
Why do programmers avoid writing programs in binary code?
Binary code takes a long time to write
Which of the following is NOT an example of an operating system?
Python Programming Language
What type of commands does a CPU use to operate?
Binary commands represented as ones and zeros
Which of the following is an INPUT DEVICE?
Keyboard
What is the primary role of an operating system?
Managing how software interacts with hardware
Test your knowledge on the basic concepts of hardware and software. Learn about the differences between hardware and software, examples of each, and the role of a CPU in a computer system.
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