Quizzes Computer Basics Quiz

1. What does a computer allow you to do?

A. Type documents and send email B. Surf the Internet C. Store and retrieve data D. All of the above

2. ___________ is any set of instructions that tells the computer what to do.

A. Hardware B. Software C. Both A & B D. None of the above

3. The keyboard, mouse, and tower case are examples of:

A. Laptop parts B. Hardware C. Software D. Computer commands

4. The monitor works with a _______ to display images and text on the screen.

A. Video Card B. Monitor Card C. Sound Card D. All of the above

5. The _______ is responsible for managing the computer's hardware and software resources.

A. Network B. Operating System C. CPU D. Motherboard

6. Which of the following items is not a basic part of a desktop computer?

A. Mouse B. Keyboard C. Monitor D. Printer

7. A scanner lets you:

A. Make PowerPoint presentations B. Copy an image into your computer C. Change the color of your computer screen D. None of the above

8. ________ are devices that connect to a computer and display a video image of whatever it is recording.

A. Scanners B. Printers C. MP3 players D. Web cameras

9. The ________ is the metal and plastic box that contains the main components of a desktop computer.

A. Motherboard B. Power Supply Unit C. Computer Case D. Notebook Case

10. In a desktop computer, the Central Processing Unit, or processor, is the:

A. Brain of the computer B.Computer's power supply C. Memory area D. None of the above

11. Random Access Memory or RAM is:

A. Long-term memory B. Short-term memory C. Located on a USB/flash drive D. Connected to the USB port

12. Which of the following items is not a basic part of a laptop computer?

A. Monitor B. Keyboard C. Touchpad D. Mouse

13. Which of the following is an optical drive?

A. DVD-ROM drive B. SD port C. USB drive D. None of the above

14. Devices plugged into USB ports can be used without rebooting the computer.

A. True B. False

15. Another name of a video port is a:

A. USB port B. PS/2 port C. VGA port D. Serial port

16. A ________ allows you to use several computers on a single Internet connection.

A. Browser B. Internet Service Provider (ISP) C. Router D. Network Interface Card

17. All keyboards and mice use the PS/2 ports.

A. True B. False

18. ________ is a program that protects your email, files, and downloads against harmful software.

A. Encryption B. Operating System C. Disk Cleanup D. Anti-virus software

19. Press the ___________ to end a program if your computer freezes, or stalls, while you are working.

A. Power Button B. Escape key C. Ctrl, Alt, and Delete keys D. New Choice

20. A network can allow two or more computers to share an Internet connection, printers, and files.

A. True B. False

21. What is the name of the TV looking device which allows you to see images?

Keyboard System Unit

Printer Monitor

Web Cam (Web Camera)

22. Which one of these devices is considered an input device?

Mouse Printer

Monitor Speakers

23. What is the name of this removable storage device

Floppy drive Flash drive

3 1/2 Floppy disk Compact Disc

24. Which one of the removable storage devices has the most storage space:

Compact Disc (CD) or Flash Drive or 31/2 Floppy disk?

25. What is the most probable reason why the monitor would say: " Monitor Self Test. Your monitor is working correctly. Check computer power and monitor cable"

It means that the computer is ready to explode. RUN!!!!

It means that I need to press the power button on the monitor several times.

It means that the monitor is working but that I need to turn the system unit on. If that doesn't work I should call a coordinator.

It means that I should check the monitor cable.

It means that the coordinator should be called immediately to assist me in resolving this situation.

26. When should I press the computer power button

to turn off the computer?

Never unless that the computer stops responding.

Whenever I feel the urge.

Every time I use the computer so that I can turn it off.

Never

27. What are two indications that the computer is on? Select two answers.

You may hear a beep.

The mouse lights up quickly then turns off.

The computer lights on the keyboard may blink briefly.

The computer laughs gently.

28. What could be considered an output device. Select two choices.

Printer Mouse Keyboard Speakers