Which list best describes the hardware and software components Anna's computer should have?

• A. Quickbooks, an Internet connection, and 1-5 GB of memory
• B. Internet connection, Quickbooks, and at least 10 GB of memory
• C. Word processing software, Quickbooks, and an Internet connection
• D. Word processing software, an Internet connection, and 1-5 GB of memory

Answer: (D)

For everyday computer use, you want a setup that covers productivity, connectivity, and enough memory to run programs smoothly. Word processing software lets Anna create documents; an Internet connection provides access to online resources, email, and cloud services; and 1–5 GB of memory offers the basic RAM needed to run the operating system and a few applications without constant slowdowns. The other options hinge on a specialized program like QuickBooks being mandatory, or they omit memory or assume much more than a typical minimum, which isn’t necessary for general use. So the combination of word processing software, an Internet connection, and a modest amount of memory best fits a general-purpose computer setup.