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General Knowledge

Hardware vs. Software basics.

In Class 12 General Knowledge, this topic from Basic Computer Knowledge introduces the difference between hardware and software. Students learn how physical components such as the processor, memory, storage, keyboard, and display work with system software and applications to perform tasks. It also explains input, processing, output, and storage, along with the roles of operating systems, device drivers, and updates. These concepts help learners understand everyday computers and identify basic technical problems.

Easy · Level 2 · 25 questions

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01Which storage generally keeps data safe when power is turned off?

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02Which component temporarily holds running programs in a computer?

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03A computer game generally belongs to which category?

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04What is the main use of spreadsheet software?

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05What is the main work of presentation software?

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06A power supply unit is an example of what?

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07In which situation is the problem more likely related to software?

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08In which situation is the problem more likely related to hardware?

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09What is the process of adding software to a computer generally called?

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10What may generally be done when adding hardware?

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11Keyboard and mouse can together be placed in which category?

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12Monitor and printer can together be placed in which category?

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13When a file is saved in a computer it is generally stored in what?

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14An SSD is an example of what?

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15What is a common feature of open source software?

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16What is a common feature of proprietary software?

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17What type of program is a compiler?

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18What is the main purpose of utility software?

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19How can the role of hardware and software in a touch screen be best understood?

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20When a computer starts the operating system is generally loaded into memory from where?

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21If a new printer is attached to a computer which software may be needed to run it correctly?

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22What is the main function of the fan inside a computer case?

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23What is the main use of a file manager?

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24Which option contains only hardware?

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25Which option contains only software?

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