1. What does the acronym ROM stand for ? a) Random Only Memory b) Read Only Memory c) Read Optical Memory d) Random Organising Memory
2. Which device holds data and instructions when it is not in use? a) Primary storage b) System Unit c) Monitor d) Secondary storage
3. The smallest unit of storage is a a) byte b) bit c) megabyte d) terabyte
5. Where are data and instructions held so that they are available to the CPU for processing? a) ROM b) DVD c) CD-ROM d) RAM
6. When a disk is formatted which of the following happens? a) All data on the disk is erased b) Becomes damaged c) Data files are copied unto disk d) Contains files to boot up the computer
7. Magnetic tape is used to : a) hold data for starting up the compuer b) back up large amounts of data c) hold data that the computer is processing at the time d) do none of the above
8. Which of the following is a disadvantage of cloud storage? a) Usability ( much slower than local backups ) b) Cost savings c) Disaster recover (can be used as an off-site backup) d) Ease of use
9. Which of the following storage media use laser technology to read and store data? a) USB drive b) Hard disk c) Magnetic tape d) CD-ROM
10. Which of the following would be the BEST option to expand your laptop's secondary storage capacity? a) Use magnetic tape b) Store data on DVDs c) Store data on CD-ROM d) Use solid state memory devices