Middle School Technology

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What is the primary function of a computer's central processing unit (CPU)?

  1. To store data

  2. To perform calculations and control the flow of information

  3. To connect to the internet

  4. To display information on a screen


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The CPU is the brain of the computer, responsible for executing instructions, performing calculations, and controlling the flow of information between different components.

What is the difference between a web browser and a search engine?

  1. A web browser is used to access websites, while a search engine is used to find information on the internet

  2. A web browser is used to create websites, while a search engine is used to find information on the internet

  3. A web browser is used to access websites, while a search engine is used to create websites

  4. A web browser is used to find information on the internet, while a search engine is used to create websites


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A web browser is a software application that allows users to access and interact with websites, while a search engine is a tool that helps users find information on the internet by searching through a vast database of websites.

What is the purpose of a firewall in a computer network?

  1. To prevent unauthorized access to the network

  2. To connect different networks together

  3. To store data

  4. To display information on a screen


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A firewall is a network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic, blocking unauthorized access and protecting the network from potential threats.

What is the term for a computer program that can perform tasks without human intervention?

  1. Artificial intelligence

  2. Virtual reality

  3. Augmented reality

  4. Machine learning


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the ability of computer systems to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as understanding natural language, recognizing patterns, and making decisions.

What is the name of the global network of computers that allows users to share information and communicate with each other?

  1. The internet

  2. The World Wide Web

  3. A local area network (LAN)

  4. A wide area network (WAN)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The internet is a global network of computers that allows users to share information and communicate with each other, regardless of their physical location.

What is the purpose of a computer's operating system?

  1. To manage the computer's hardware and software resources

  2. To store data

  3. To connect to the internet

  4. To display information on a screen


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An operating system is a software that manages the computer's hardware and software resources, such as memory, storage, and input/output devices, and provides a platform for running application programs.

What is the difference between a computer program and an application?

  1. A computer program is a set of instructions that tells the computer what to do, while an application is a software that performs a specific task

  2. A computer program is a software that performs a specific task, while an application is a set of instructions that tells the computer what to do

  3. A computer program and an application are the same thing

  4. A computer program is a type of application


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A computer program is a set of instructions that tells the computer how to perform a specific task, while an application is a software that performs a specific task, such as word processing, web browsing, or playing games.

What is the purpose of a computer's random access memory (RAM)?

  1. To store data and instructions that are currently being processed by the CPU

  2. To store data that is not currently being processed by the CPU

  3. To connect to the internet

  4. To display information on a screen


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

RAM (random access memory) is a type of computer memory that stores data and instructions that are currently being processed by the CPU. It is volatile memory, meaning that the data stored in RAM is lost when the computer is turned off.

What is the name of the technology that allows users to interact with a computer using gestures or movements?

  1. Virtual reality

  2. Augmented reality

  3. Motion capture

  4. Gesture recognition


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gesture recognition is a technology that allows users to interact with a computer using gestures or movements. It uses sensors to track the user's movements and translate them into commands that the computer can understand.

What is the purpose of a computer's hard disk drive (HDD)?

  1. To store data that is not currently being processed by the CPU

  2. To store data and instructions that are currently being processed by the CPU

  3. To connect to the internet

  4. To display information on a screen


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A hard disk drive (HDD) is a type of computer storage device that stores data that is not currently being processed by the CPU. It is non-volatile memory, meaning that the data stored on an HDD is retained even when the computer is turned off.

What is the difference between a computer network and the internet?

  1. A computer network is a group of computers connected together, while the internet is a global network of computers

  2. A computer network is a global network of computers, while the internet is a group of computers connected together

  3. A computer network and the internet are the same thing

  4. A computer network is a type of internet


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A computer network is a group of computers connected together, while the internet is a global network of computers that connects computer networks around the world.

What is the purpose of a computer's graphics processing unit (GPU)?

  1. To process and generate images and videos

  2. To perform calculations and control the flow of information

  3. To connect to the internet

  4. To display information on a screen


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A GPU (graphics processing unit) is a specialized electronic circuit that accelerates the creation of images, videos, and other visual content.

What is the name of the technology that allows users to experience a simulated environment using a headset?

  1. Virtual reality

  2. Augmented reality

  3. Mixed reality

  4. Extended reality


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Virtual reality (VR) is a technology that allows users to experience a simulated environment using a headset that blocks out the real world.

What is the purpose of a computer's sound card?

  1. To process and generate sound

  2. To perform calculations and control the flow of information

  3. To connect to the internet

  4. To display information on a screen


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A sound card is an electronic circuit that processes and generates sound. It converts digital audio signals into analog signals that can be played through speakers or headphones.

What is the name of the technology that allows users to experience a combination of the real and virtual worlds?

  1. Virtual reality

  2. Augmented reality

  3. Mixed reality

  4. Extended reality


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mixed reality (MR) is a technology that allows users to experience a combination of the real and virtual worlds, where virtual objects are superimposed onto the real world.

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