What is a Computer Short Answer? 60 Basic Computer General Knowledge Questions and Answers

The computer is a machine. It accepts data, processes data, and provides meaningful information.

The computer was discovered in 1940 by Charles Babbage.

The scientific name of the computer is Sillico Spiens.

The founder of computers is Charles Babbage.

The CPU serves as the computer’s brain. It means central processing unit (CPU).

Look at the computer on the top front side of the power button. Press the button and turn on the computer.

SEO means Search Engine Optimization. A search engine is a software system. It helps users to find information on the internet.

The operating system is software. It manages hardware resources, schedules tasks, and facilitates communication between software and hardware components.

HDD stands for (Hard Disk Drive). It is a storage device. It’s permanently stored data even when the computer is turned off.

Information is created through the conversion of data. This process is called data processing.

A file is a named collection of related records. It is used as a single unit. It can store data on a computer’s storage device.

Anything given to the computer such as data or instructions is called input and also called hardware devices. Data and commands can be entered into the computer this way.

Example: Most commonly used devices like keyboard, mic, and mouse.

The processed data into useful information is output. It displays or presents data processed by the computer.

Example: Most commonly used devices like monitors and printers.

 A password is a secret section of a character. It is used to secure user identity and protect their account.

 A recycle bin is stored in a temporary storage area. Someday, the files will be permanently deleted.

A desktop shortcut is an icon on a desktop. It provides rapid access to a program or file.

Desktop icons are clickable symbols on the desktop. It represents a program, file, or folder.

A network port is an implicit or physical endpoint on a computer network. It is used for communication between devices.

A processor speed transfer at the rate of CPU. It can execute instructions usually measured in gigahertz ( GHz).

A domain name is the address on the website. It is used to access websites on the internet such as Google.com and Amazon. com etc.

A keyboard is an input device. Let the user enter the character on the keyboard. Number of commands into the computer.

A mouse is an input device. Users move the cursor on the computer’s screen and select objects or perform any actions by clicking mouse buttons.

A database is a collection of data as well as the program required to manage that data.

Data redundancy means the duplication of data in multiple files.

It means the two files may contain different data of the same entity.

The five computer functions include input device, output device, data storage, processing unit, and control unit.

Data is a collection of raw facts, information, and figures.

Example: The records of students are stored in the computer.

A printer is called an output device. It prints characters, any type of written information symbols, and graphics on paper, and makes physical copies of documents and images.

Printers have two categories. Firstly, an impact printer and second is non-impact printer.

A browser is a software application. It is used to search the different prompt access and view websites on the internet.

Components of a computer as the input & output devices, memory storage devices, peripherals, and  CPU.

Computers are used at home for learning new skills, business, education, healthcare, entertainment, playing games, and online classes.

A pixel is the smallest unit. It displays digital images.

RAM means Random Access Memor. This type of memory is used in computers. It stored temporarily data and is currently instructed by the CPU.

Backup means a copy of important data and files. It’s created to protect against data loss.

An algorithm is a step-by-step method. The formula is given for solving a problem.

Coding is a process of writing instructions—these functions of computer programs.

Hardware is the physical component of the computer or electronic device, including the processor, memory, storage, input/output devices, and any other tangible parts that make up the system.

The programs and data that run on the hardware are called software. It is also called a program. It cannot be seen and touched.

A server is a computer system. It provides services and resources to other computer networks.

The four basic examples of computers are desktops, ATM cards, calculator data, smartphones, and notepads.

Computers are used in daily routine. Most people work on computers. Computer needs of all people. The basic purpose of computers like online bill payment, watching movies and TV shows, and social media access.

 A computer network that spreads throughout the world.

The terminology handled data in a computer is called information.

The computer is the most necessary thing in our life. Over the past years, many things have changed. Computer use in education is increasing day by day.  But now the value of computers is too high.

Computer learning for basic steps improved. Nowadays,  We improve self-study, grow self-confidence, practice, and perhaps formal education or courses.

Email stands for Electronic mail. It is used for text, files, or other data, communication, sharing information, sending documents, and much more.

A screenshot is a picture. When we take screenshots, it displays currently saved on your computer screen.

A folder is a storage space on your computer. It organizes data and stores files.

A USB drive is called a flash drive and is also known as a thumb drive. You can cover Storge on a computer’s USB port.

A firewall is a security system. It protects a computer or network. It controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.

Wi-Fi is a wireless connection technology. It is a connected device to the internet.

A keyboard shortcut is a mixture of keys. It’s used to perform tasks quickly such as CTRL + C to Copy, and CTRL + V to paste.

This is a pointing input device. It interacts with a computer. It helps the user to connect by moving a cursor.

A virus is malicious software. It can pollute and damage on computer’s files and operation.

 URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator. It is used to locate access to websites on the internet.

The small unit of memory is “bit”. It can represent the two conditions: 0 or 1.

Finally, all computers are translated into binary forms, such as, machine language is written in the binary form of a computer.

 A download is a procedure for transferring data or files on the internet.

An upload is transferring data or files from a user’s computer to the internet.