Back to Library

Computer Science Essentials

Computer Science

A collection of foundational facts covering computer hardware, software, and history.

computing technology basics

10 Questions Easy Ages 5+ Nov 9, 2026

Practice Test PDF Answer Key PDF

Choose a Study Format

Quiz

Test your knowledge with multiple-choice questions and instant feedback.

Flashcards

Flip through cards to review terms, definitions and key concepts.

True or False

Quickly decide if statements are true or false to reinforce understanding.

Match Game

Race against time to match questions with their correct answers.

Study Guide

Read through all topics and answers as a comprehensive study reference.

Listen Mode

Listen to questions and answers read aloud — great for audio learners on the go.

Embed This Study Set

Add this interactive study set to your website or blog — all 6 formats included.

<div data-quixly-id="8882"></div>
<script src="https://www.quixlylearn.com/assets/embed/widget.js"></script>

Learn more about embedding →

About this Study Set

This study set covers Computer Science through 10 practice questions. A collection of foundational facts covering computer hardware, software, and history. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.

Questions & Answers

Browse all 10 questions from the Computer Science Essentials study set below. Each question shows the correct answer — select a study format above to practice interactively.

1 Which component is often referred to as the 'brain' of the computer?

A RAM
B Hard Drive
C CPU
D Power Supply

2 What does the acronym 'RAM' stand for in computing?

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

3 Which of the following is an example of an operating system?

A Google Chrome
B Microsoft Windows
C Microsoft Word
D Adobe Photoshop

4 What does 'URL' stand for in the context of the internet?

A Universal Resource Link
B Uniform Resource Locator
C Unified Routing Logic
D Universal Retrieval Language

5 Which type of memory is considered non-volatile, meaning it keeps data when the power is off?

A RAM
B Cache
C Register
D ROM

6 Who is widely credited as the first computer programmer for her work on the Analytical Engine?

A Grace Hopper
B Ada Lovelace
C Alan Turing
D Margaret Hamilton

7 Which company developed the Java programming language?

A Microsoft
B Apple
C Sun Microsystems
D IBM

8 What is the smallest unit of digital data in a computer, represented as a 0 or a 1?

A Byte
B Bit
C Pixel
D Nibble

9 In computer networking, what does 'Wi-Fi' primarily use to transmit data?

A Radio waves
B Infrared light
C Copper cables
D Sound waves

10 Which device is used to enter text into a computer?

A Monitor
B Mouse
C Keyboard
D Printer

📱

Study on the go

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