Computer Basics Quiz

Question 1

What part of the computer is a metal and plastic box that contains the main components?

Accepted Answer

Computer Case

Question 2

What type of computer is battery-powered and easy to carry with you?

Accepted Answer

Laptop

Question 3

This type of computer is designed to be placed on a desk, and it normally has a computer case.

Accepted Answer

Desktop

Question 4

What type of computer serves up information to other computers on a network?

Accepted Answer

Server

Question 5

What is the part of the computer that has a physical structure called?

Accepted Answer

Hardware

Question 6

What item stores the software, documents, and other files on your computer?

Accepted Answer

Hard Drive

Question 7

Which Operating System do the computers at Norphlet Middle School use?

Accepted Answer

Microsoft Windows

Question 8

What computer accessory is often called the pointing device?

Accepted Answer

Mouse

Question 9

What specialized type of computer is used for playing video games on a TV?

Accepted Answer

Game console

Question 10

RAM (Random Access Memory) is the computer's short-term memory.

Accepted Answer

TRUE

Question 11

What is the name of the computer's main circuit board?

Accepted Answer

Motherboard

Question 12

This part of computer puts out documents and photos onto paper.

Accepted Answer

Printer

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