ITF Concepts and Terminology

Question 1

Which of the following is considered the "brain" of the computer?

Accepted Answer

CPU

Answer

RAM

Answer

Hard drive

Answer

Motherboard

Question 2

Which type of software is primarily used to browse the internet?

Accepted Answer

Web browser

Answer

Word processor

Answer

Spreadsheet software

Answer

Video editing software

Question 3

What is the primary function of RAM (Random Access Memory) in a computer?

Accepted Answer

Provide temporary storage for data that is actively used

Answer

Store data permanently

Answer

Process instructions from programs

Answer

Control the computer's power supply

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of system software?

Accepted Answer

Microsoft Windows

Answer

Microsoft Word

Answer

Adobe Photoshop

Answer

Google Chrome

Question 5

Which of these best describes the function of a file extension?

Accepted Answer

Identifies the file format and helps determine which program can open it

Answer

Increases the file size to enhance its performance

Answer

Makes files more secure by encrypting them

Answer

Prevents files from being deleted