This study set covers Computer Science through 13 practice questions. Overview of digital devices, computer components, software, storage, input/output, and autonomous vehicles. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.

Questions & Answers

Browse all 13 questions from the Digital Devices and Computer Basics study set below. Each question shows the correct answer — select a study format above to practice interactively.

1 Who are the authors of this material?

A Dr. Mehmet Meral and MSc. Rei Kurti
B Cengage Learning
C Intel and AMD
D Apple and Microsoft

2 What are the main types of software computers run?

A Application, System, and Development tools
B Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, and Google Chrome
C Games, Social Media, and Productivity
D Operating Systems, Utilities, and Drivers

3 What is the primary purpose of system software?

A To help the computer system monitor itself and function efficiently
B To allow users to create documents and browse the web
C To provide entertainment and social interaction
D To develop new software applications and websites

4 What is an integrated circuit commonly referred to as?

A Computer chip
B Circuit board
C Transistor
D Resistor

5 What are the three types of enterprise computers?

A Supercomputers, Mainframes, Servers
B Desktops, Laptops, Tablets
C Smartphones, Smartwatches, Smart TVs
D Routers, Modems, Switches

6 What is 'form factor' referring to in the computer industry?

A Size and dimensions of a device or component
B The shape of the computer case
C The type of operating system used
D The speed of the processor

7 What are the four components of digital devices that typically require maintenance?

A System unit, Keyboard, Screen, Battery
B Processor, Memory, Storage, Graphics card
C Mouse, Speakers, Microphone, Webcam
D Operating System, Applications, Drivers, Updates

8 What does the acronym RAM stand for?

A Random Access Memory
B Readily Available Memory
C Rapid Application Module
D Remote Access Module

9 What is a USB flash drive?

A A portable storage device that plugs directly into a computer's system unit
B A type of solid state drive installed inside a computer
C A wireless storage device that connects to a computer via Bluetooth
D A type of memory card used in digital cameras

10 What are the three categories of optical storage technologies?

A Read-only, Recordable, Rewritable
B CD, DVD, Blu-ray
C Magnetic, Solid State, Cloud
D Internal, External, Removable

11 What is a device driver?

A Software that helps a peripheral device communicate with its host device
B A person who drives autonomous vehicles
C A piece of hardware that connects to a computer
D A type of operating system

12 What does GHz measure?

A Billions of cycles per second
B Gigabytes of storage
C Graphics processing unit speed
D Screen resolution

13 What is a key input for computer algorithms that steer an autonomous vehicle?

A Lidar
B Radar
C GPS
D Infrared Sensors

📱

Study on the go

Download Quixly and access all study formats on your phone — anywhere, anytime.