Information Technology Basics Quiz

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What is the Central Processing Unit (CPU) often referred to as?

Muscle

Heart

Brain (correct)

Spine

Which number system do computers use?

Binary (correct)

Decimal

Hexadecimal

Octal

What is a piece of hardware that can be used to store digital information and programs?

GPU

RAM

CPU

Storage Device (correct)

What is the function of Non-volatile memory in a computer system?

Storing permanent instructions Signup and view all the answers

Which category of software includes programs dedicated to managing the computer itself?

System Software Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a Computer System Component that can be touched or seen?

Storage Devices Signup and view all the answers

What keys can you rely on to navigate through a window when your mouse isn't working?

Tab, Enter, Spacebar, Menu, Backspace, Arrow keys Signup and view all the answers

How do folders help us organize our digital information?

By acting as containers to hold files and other folders Signup and view all the answers

What are files in a digital context similar to in the physical world?

Documents stored inside filing cabinets Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating folders when managing files?

To organize files for different projects or categories Signup and view all the answers

Which keys should you use to view different options within an open app window?

Arrow keys Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of hitting the Tab key while navigating through an open app window?

To move across any button or option Signup and view all the answers

What type of memory or storage retains data even when power is turned off or lost?

ROM Signup and view all the answers

Which software performs specific functions for a user, but is not considered Application Software?

Operating System Signup and view all the answers

What type of device converts information or data into a human-perceptible form?

Output Device Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of System Software?

Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) Signup and view all the answers

What type of CPU is recommended for video editing and design purposes?

CPUs prioritizing more cores Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is not a dominant CPU brand mentioned in the text?

Nvidia Signup and view all the answers

What type of data input devices are used to enter information into a computer system?

Keyboards and mice Signup and view all the answers

What is responsible for executing instructions to manipulate and transform data in a computer system?

Central Processing Unit (CPU) Signup and view all the answers

Where is processed data or intermediate results temporarily stored for quick access during processing?

Random Access Memory (RAM) Signup and view all the answers

Which computer hardware converts information into human-perceptible form?

Output devices Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Recycle Bin?

To store files and folders temporarily Signup and view all the answers

How can you rename a file or folder?

Right-click, then click 'Rename' Signup and view all the answers

What happens when you empty the Recycle Bin?

Files are permanently deleted and cannot be recovered Signup and view all the answers

What precaution is mentioned about deleting files and folders?

Deleted files might be difficult or impossible to recover Signup and view all the answers

How can you proceed with deleting a file or folder after selecting it?

Press Enter Signup and view all the answers

What is mentioned as a benefit of effectively managing files and folders?

Save storage space by keeping unnecessary files Signup and view all the answers