Basic Computer Knowledge Quiz
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Question 1: What is the primary function of the CPU in a computer?
To execute instructions and process data
To store data
To provide network connectivity
To manage peripheral devices
Question 2: Which of the following is an operating system?
Photoshop
Google Chrome
Windows
Microsoft Word
Question 3: What does RAM stand for?
Random Access Memory
Readily Accessible Memory
Read Access Memory
Rapid Application Memory
Question 4: Which of these components is considered non-volatile storage?
CPU
Hard Drive
RAM
Cache memory
Question 5: What does the term 'booting' refer to?
Running a diagnostic check
Installing new software
Turning off the computer
Loading the operating system into memory
Question 6: Which of the following best describes malware?
A programming language
A type of software that helps optimize performance
Software designed to harm or exploit any programmable device
An operating system update
Question 7: What is the purpose of a firewall?
To enhance graphics performance
To increase internet speed
To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic
To create backups of files
Question 8: Which of the following is a common misconception about cloud storage?
It requires constant internet access
It is only for large businesses
It is less secure than local storage
It is always free