ocr gcse cs p1(computer system)

Question 1

What does CPU stand for?

Answer 1

Central Processing Unit

Question 2

True or False: The CPU is the brain of the computer.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

What is the main function of RAM?

Answer 3

To store data and instructions temporarily while the computer is on.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The _______ is a non-volatile storage device used to store data permanently.

Answer 4

hard drive

Question 5

What does the term ‘software’ refer to?

Answer 5

Programs and applications that run on a computer.

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of system software? A) Microsoft Word B) Windows OS C) Adobe Photoshop

Answer 6

B) Windows OS

Question 7

What is the purpose of an operating system?

Answer 7

To manage computer hardware and software resources and provide common services.

Question 8

True or False: ROM is volatile memory.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

What is the primary purpose of a motherboard?

Answer 9

To connect all components of a computer together.

Question 10

What is the function of a power supply unit (PSU)?

Answer 10

To convert electrical power from an outlet into usable power for the computer.

Question 11

Fill in the blank: _______ is the process of starting up a computer.

Answer 11

Booting

Question 12

Multiple Choice: Which component is responsible for rendering graphics? A) CPU B) GPU C) RAM

Answer 12

B) GPU

Question 13

What is the difference between RAM and ROM?

Answer 13

RAM is temporary storage, while ROM is permanent storage.

Question 14

What is a peripheral device?

Answer 14

An external device that provides input and output for the computer.

Question 15

True or False: Input devices are used to provide data to the computer.

Answer 15

True

Question 16

What does the acronym ‘SSD’ stand for?

Answer 16

Solid State Drive

Question 17

Fill in the blank: A _______ is a type of software that allows users to browse the internet.

Answer 17

web browser

Question 18

Multiple Choice: What is the primary purpose of a firewall? A) To increase speed B) To protect against unauthorized access C) To store data

Answer 18

B) To protect against unauthorized access

Question 19

What is the function of the ALU in a CPU?

Answer 19

To perform arithmetic and logic operations.

Question 20

True or False: A computer’s clock speed is measured in gigahertz (GHz).

Answer 20

True

Question 21

What is the function of cache memory?

Answer 21

To store frequently accessed data for quick retrieval.

Question 22

Fill in the blank: _______ is the process of converting data into a coded format.

Answer 22

Encryption

Question 23

What is the role of an input device?

Answer 23

To allow users to enter data into the computer.

Question 24

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of an output device? A) Keyboard B) Mouse C) Monitor

Answer 24

C) Monitor

Question 25

What does the term 'bit' stand for?

Answer 25

Binary Digit

Question 26

True or False: The larger the RAM, the more applications a computer can run simultaneously.

Answer 26

True

Question 27

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

Answer 27

To connect a computer to a network.

Question 28

Fill in the blank: A _______ is a set of instructions that a computer follows to perform a task.

Answer 28

program

Question 29

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a type of malware? A) Antivirus B) Trojan Horse C) Firewall

Answer 29

B) Trojan Horse

Question 30

What is the function of an operating system kernel?

Answer 30

To manage system resources and communication between hardware and software.

Question 31

True or False: Virtual memory allows a computer to use hard drive space to simulate additional RAM.

Answer 31

True

Question 32

What does 'GUI' stand for?

Answer 32

Graphical User Interface

Question 33

Fill in the blank: _______ is a type of software that helps manage hardware and software resources.

Answer 33

Operating system

Question 34

Multiple Choice: What is the purpose of a router? A) To connect devices to the internet B) To store data C) To increase processing speed

Answer 34

A) To connect devices to the internet

Question 35

What is the function of secondary storage?

Answer 35

To store data permanently.

Question 36

True or False: A byte consists of 8 bits.

Answer 36

True

Question 37

What is the main purpose of a backup?

Answer 37

To create copies of data to prevent loss.

Question 38

Fill in the blank: _______ is the process of transferring data from one device to another.

Answer 38

Data transmission

Question 39

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of computer architecture? A) Von Neumann B) Harvard C) Newtonian

Answer 39

C) Newtonian

Question 40

What is the purpose of the BIOS?

Answer 40

To perform hardware initialization during the booting process.

Question 41

True or False: A computer's hard drive is a type of volatile memory.

Answer 41

False

Question 42

What is the main function of a graphics card?

Answer 42

To render images and video for display.

Question 43

Fill in the blank: _______ is a programming language used for web development.

Answer 43

JavaScript

Question 44

Multiple Choice: Which component is responsible for data storage? A) CPU B) RAM C) Hard Drive

Answer 44

C) Hard Drive