Question

which of the following are considered computer hardware? (select two.)
printer
operating system
microsoft office
motherboard
drivers

Explanation:

To determine computer hardware, we distinguish between hardware (physical components) and software (programs/instructions).

• A printer is a physical device that interacts with a computer (output hardware).
• An operating system is software that manages computer resources.
• Microsoft Office is software (productivity suite).
• A motherboard is a physical circuit board in a computer (core hardware component).
• Drivers are software that enable hardware - software communication. So the hardware options are Printer and Motherboard.

Answer:

A. Printer, D. Motherboard