IFSM201 quiz 1

Question 1

Points: 10 out of 10

Which of the following would be a description of a system unit?

1. A case and internal components used to process data into information

2. The module that interprets and carries out computer instructions

3. A data and information storage device

4. A computer’s main memory component

Question 2

Points: 10 out of 10

Which of the following would not be considered a typical PC configuration?

1. Tablet

2. Notebook

3. All-in-one desktop

4. Mainframe

Question 3

Points: 10 out of 10

What is the purpose of a port?

1. Ports are used to join a cable to a peripheral.

2. Ports are used to interpret and coordinate all signals in the computer.

3. Ports provide high-speed storage locations for sensitive data.

4. Ports provide memory locations for video and audio files.

Question 4

Points: 10 out of 10

What is a peripheral?

1. A device that connects to the system unit and is controlled by the computer’s processor

2. A high-speed storage location that temporarily holds data and instructions for future use

3. A component of the system board that controls the timing of computer activities

4. A slot on the motherboard that holds memory modules and helps speed computer processes

Question 5

Points: 10 out of 10

Jane is a full-time student on a somewhat limited budget, taking online classes, and she loves to play the latest video games. She needs to update her computer and wonders what to purchase. Which of the following might you suggest?

1. A laptop system with a 3.2 GHz processor, 6 gigabytes of RAM, and a 17" monitor

2. A desktop system with a 1.9 GHz processor, 1 gigabyte of RAM, and a 13" monitor

3. A workstation with a 3.9 GHz quad-core processor, 16 gigabytes of RAM, and a 24" monitor

4. A handheld PC (with no smartphone functionality)