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Introduction to Computing
Midterm Exam
Score:
50
ST
1 Semester, Academic Year 2023-2024

Name:__________________________________ Date: __________________

Section:_____________

General Instructions: Read each instruction carefully. Use BLACK PEN only in answering the exam, pencil or friction pen is
not allowed.
Write your answers on the space provided. STRICTLY NO ERASURES.

I. Identification
Direction: Fill each blank with the correct answer. Write your answer in the blank provided.

_____________________1. Considered by some to be “Father of Computer”.

_____________________2. These are the physical parts of a computer.

_____________________3. These are the instructions or programs that commands the computer what to do.

_____________________4. It is the use or operation of a computer.

_____________________5. Computers uses “Very Large-Scale Integrated Circuits”.

_____________________6. Computers uses “Ultra Large-Scale Integration Technology”.

_____________________7. These were the first computers where users interacted using keyboards and monitors
which interfaced with an operating system, a significant leap up from the punch cards and printouts.

_____________________8. With this, it resulted to smaller and smaller computers, which were faster and more
energy efficient than their predecessors.

_____________________9. Calculating tool which is consists of beads affix on rods within a rectangular frame.

_____________________10. Device that accepts input, processes data, stores data, and produces output according
to a series of stored instructions.

II. Modified TRUE or FALSE

Direction: Write TRUE if the statement is correct but if it’s false, change the underlined word of group of words to
make whole statements true.
_____________________1. The hard drive's main function is to temporarily store information, files, and other
documents.
_____________________2. Solid-state drives are much slower than hard disk drives.
_____________________3. A monitor displays information in visual form, using text and graphics.
_____________________4. The Universal Serious Box ports allow the computer user to connect USB items to the
system unit.
_____________________5. RAM is the main internal hardware component of the system unit.
_____________________6. The system unit is the core of a computer system.
_____________________7. The motherboard is the brain of the computer system.
_____________________8. A keyboard is a small device used to point to and select items on your computer.
_____________________9. The speed of a processor is measured in gigabyte.
_____________________10. These parts work together to do their specific task these parts are called devices.
_____________________11. Multitasking is a feature of an operating system that allows multiple programs to run.
_____________________12. The file system is responsible for organizing and managing files on storage devices.
_____________________13. macOS is a proprietary operating system developed by Microsoft.
_____________________14. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Apple Inc.
_____________________15. iOS is an open-source operating system commonly found on smartphones and tablets.
III. Multiple Choice
Direction: From the given choices below, write the letter of the correct answer that the best describes the given
statements.

_____1. Which operating system is known for its open-source nature and is commonly used in server environments?

a. Windows b. Mac c. Linux d. IOS

_____2. Which of the following is not an input device?

a. speaker b. monitor c. all the mentioned d. printer

_____3. What is computer?

a. An entertainment device c. A device that manipulates information
b. A device that manipulates database d. A device that manipulates letters

_____4. Which of the following will you require to hear music on your computer?
a. video card b. monitor c. speaker d. mouse

_____5. Which of the following is not an input device?

a. microphone b. joystick c. monitor d. keyboard

_____6. It is software that manages computer hardware and provides services for applications.

a. Process Manager c. Operating System

b. Application Software d. System Software

_____7. What kind of technology does second generation computer computer use?
a. Transistor b. Keyboard c. Integrated Circuits (IC’s) d. Microprocessor

_____8. What are the steps of the Information Processing Cycle in order?

a. Input, Processing, Output, Storage c. Input, Processing, Storage, Transferring

b. Output, Storage, Processing, Input d. Input, Storage, Processing, Output

_____9. Which operating system is based on the Linux kernel and is known for its open-source nature?
a. Android b. IOS c. Windows d. Ubuntu

_____10. Which of the following is true regarding operating systems (OS) and their role in providing security features
to protect the system and its data?

a. Operating systems play a crucial role in providing security features to protect the system and its data.
b. Operating systems are primarily responsible for creating vulnerabilities in a system.
c. Operating systems do not have any impact on the security of a system.
d. Security features are solely the responsibility of third-party applications and not the operating system.

_____11. What is the primary function of an operating system in a computer?

a. Managing hardware resources b. Running applications c. Providing a user interface d. All of the above
_____12. Which of the following is not an essential function of an operating system?

a. File management c. Process management

b. Memory management d. Graphics processing

_____13. What is the purpose of a device driver in an operating system?

a. To manage the file system b. To control hardware devices c. To run applications d. To provide a user
interface

_____14. What does the acronym "GUI" stand for in the context of operating systems?

a. Graphical User Interface c. Global User Integration

b. General User Interaction d. Generalized Unit Interface

_____15. What is the booting process of a computer, and how does the operating system play a role in it?

a. The process of turning on a computer, and the operating system manages hardware resources.
b. The process of loading the operating system into the computer's memory, initiating system startup.
c. The process of shutting down a computer, and the operating system saves files.
d. The process of connecting to a network, and the operating system configures network settings.

IV. Essay.
Direction: Read the essay prompt or question carefully. (5pts. each)

1. Explore the dual impact of computer technology in society: its positive contributions, such as
improved communication and efficiency, alongside negative aspects like privacy concerns, job
displacement, and environmental issues. Suggest strategies to optimize benefits while addressing
drawbacks, considering both current trends and future possibilities.

2. Discuss the role of operating systems in modern computing environments, exploring their key
functions and responsibilities.

Prepared by:

Rufino A. Dela Cruz Jr

Instructor I

Recommending Approval by: Approved by:

Steffanie M. Bato, MIT Donnalyn B. Montallana, MIT

BSIT Program Coordinator Department Chairperson