Test on Introduction to Computer Hardware

Question 1: RAM is typically a permanent form of storage, retaining data even after the computer is turned off.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: Primary memory, like RAM, is fast and temporary (volatile), meaning it loses its data when the computer is turned off. Permanent secondary storage includes devices like HDD or SSD.

Question 2: Which of the following statements accurately describe characteristics of a desktop computer, according to the provided study materials?

A. It is typically more robust, customisable, and less expensive than laptops with similar performance.

B. It is a non-portable computer meant to stay in one place.

C. It often uses a trackpad for controlling the cursor instead of a mouse.

D. It generally has smaller screens and keyboards compared to laptops.

Explanation: According to the study materials, desktop computers are 'typically more robust, customisable, and less expensive than laptops with similar performance' and are 'a non-portable computer meant to stay in one place'. The materials state that 'laptops often use a trackpad for controlling the cursor' and 'Laptops typically have smaller screens and keyboards compared to desktops', making options 2 and 3 incorrect for desktop computers.

Question 3: A magnetic stripe reader is primarily designed to edit the information stored on the black stripe of credit cards.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: A magnetic stripe reader is used to read information from the black stripe on the back of cards, not to edit it.

Question 4: Which statement accurately describes the operation of a sheet-feed scanner?

A. It requires documents to be placed face down on a glass plate for scanning.

B. It automatically feeds documents from a tray, scanning each page in succession.

C. The user moves the device over the document to capture the image.

D. It reads information from a magnetic stripe on the back of cards.

Explanation: A sheet-feed scanner automatically feeds paper through to scan documents. The user places the paper in a tray, and the scanner quickly scans each page, saving it to the computer.

Question 5: A monitor's resolution of 1920 "," 1080 pixels is characteristic of a Full HD (FHD) display.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials state that 'A (Full HD) FHD monitor has a resolution of 1920 "," 1080 pixels, showing clear images with over 2 million pixels, ideal for everyday tasks.'