Hardware and Software

Question 1:

A computer _______________ is an input device used to type letters, numbers, and symbols into the
computer.

Question 2:

The central processing unit (CPU) is often considered the _______________ of the computer,
responsible for processing and executing instructions.

Question 3:

A computer _______________ is an output device that displays text, images, and videos on a screen.

Question 4:

The _______________ is a storage device where the computer stores data and programs even when
it is turned off.

Question 5:

USB stands for Universal _______________ Bus, and it is commonly used to connect various devices
to a computer.

Section B: Software

Question 6:

The operating system is a type of _______________ that manages computer hardware and software
resources and provides various services.

Question 7:

A _______________ is a set of instructions that tells the computer how to perform specific tasks.
Examples include word processors and web browsers.
Question 8:

To start a computer, you need to load the _______________ into the computer's memory, which
contains the basic instructions for booting up.

Question 9:

A computer virus is a type of _______________ that can replicate itself and spread to other
computers, causing harm to files and programs.

Question 10:

Software updates are essential for improving security and fixing bugs; they are often released by
software _______________.