The Computer: Hardware And Software System - SS3 Accounting Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is hardware in a computer system?
The physical components of a computer
The programs and applications that run on a computer
The interface that allows the user to interact with the computer
The language that a computer understands
What is software in a computer system?
The physical components of a computer
The programs and applications that run on a computer
The interface that allows the user to interact with the computer
The language that a computer understands
Which of the following is an example of hardware?
Microsoft Word
Google Chrome
CPU
Windows operating system
Which of the following is an example of software?
Keyboard
Mouse
RAM
Adobe Photoshop
What is the function of software in a computer system?
To provide the physical infrastructure for data processing
To manage the computer's resources
To perform specific tasks and functions
To input and output data
What are some examples of peripherals in a computer system?
Examples of peripherals include keyboard, mouse, monitor, printer, scanner, and external hard drives.
How does software interact with hardware in a computer system?
The software interacts with hardware by sending commands to the CPU, which is responsible for executing them. The software also communicates with other hardware components, such as the hard disk drive, RAM, and peripherals, to perform specific tasks.