GRADE 12 CAT WEEK 1: SYSTEM TECHNOLOGIES

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of a mobile computing device?

Accepted Answer

Laptop

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of an application software?

Accepted Answer

Microsoft Word

Question 3

What is the advantage of using a multi-core processor?

Accepted Answer

It processes multiple tasks simultaneously

Question 4

What is the function of cache memory?

Accepted Answer

To temporarily store frequently used data for quick access

Question 5

Which type of computer is used by large organizations for heavy data processing?

Accepted Answer

Supercomputer

Question 6

What is the purpose of a graphics card?

Accepted Answer

To render images and videos

Question 7

What is the main function of a server?

Accepted Answer

To provide services and manage network resources

Question 8

What unit is used to measure CPU speed?

Accepted Answer

Gigahertz

Question 9

What is the function of virtual memory?

Accepted Answer

It allows a computer to use storage as extra RAM

Question 10

What is the function of a network interface card (NIC)?

Accepted Answer

To allow computers to connect to a network

Question 11

Which factor does NOT influence a computer’s performance?

Accepted Answer

Internet connection speed

Question 12

Which storage type is volatile (data is lost when power is off)?

Accepted Answer

RAM

Question 13

What type of user would require the highest processing power?

Accepted Answer

A graphic designer working on 3D animation

Question 14

What is the main advantage of cloud computing?

Accepted Answer

Files can be accessed from anywhere

Question 15

What does "booting" a computer mean?

Accepted Answer

Loading the operating system into memory

Question 16

What does the term "information processing cycle" refer to?

Accepted Answer

The sequence of input, processing, storage, and output

Question 17

What is the function of a computer system?

Accepted Answer

To process, store, and communicate information

Question 18

What type of storage is most commonly used in modern computers?

Accepted Answer

SSD

Question 19

What is the purpose of an operating system?

Accepted Answer

To manage hardware and software

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT an example of secondary storage?

Accepted Answer

RAM

Question 21

Which component is responsible for executing instructions in a computer?

Accepted Answer

CPU

Question 22

What is the difference between data and information?

Accepted Answer

Data is processed into meaningful information

Question 23

Which of the following is an example of a wired network connection?

Accepted Answer

Ethernet

Question 24

What does "bandwidth" measure in a network?

Accepted Answer

The speed of data transfer

Question 25

What does SOHO stand for?

Accepted Answer

Small Office Home Office

Question 26

What is multitasking in a computer system?

Accepted Answer

Running multiple applications at the same time

Question 27

What type of user would most likely use a workstation?

Accepted Answer

A professional doing high-performance tasks like video editing

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT an example of an input device?

Accepted Answer

Monitor

Question 29

What is the main difference between RAM and ROM?

Accepted Answer

RAM is temporary memory, while ROM is permanent

Question 30

What is the purpose of a router?

Accepted Answer

To connect multiple devices to a network

GRADE 12 CAT WEEK 1: SYSTEM TECHNOLOGIES

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GRADE 12 CAT WEEK 1: SYSTEM TECHNOLOGIES

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