Computer Basics
The primary function of this computer component is to process data and execute instructions?
What is a CPU?
Software used for creating, formatting, and editing text documents.
What is a word processor?
A method of exchanging messages electronically over the internet.
What is email?
A password that is difficult for others to guess, longer is better, often containing numbers, letter, and symbols.
What is a strong password?
A document that lists a job candidate's work experience, education, and skills.
What is a resume?
Name two types of software.
What are system software and application software?
Name a spreadsheet program from Microsoft.
What is Microsoft Excel?
The set of rules for proper communication on the internet.
What is "netiquette"?
A fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity.
What is phishing?
A formal meeting where an employer evaluates a potential employee.
Explain the difference between RAM and ROM.
What is RAM is temporary memory used for processing, while ROM is permanent memory that contains essential instructions?
In Excel this function adds together a range of numbers.
What is SUM?
Name one advantage of video conferencing.
What is it allows real-time communication with people in different locations?
How can you protect your personal information online?
What is by being cautious about what you share and using privacy settings?
Name one soft skill that is important in the workplace.
What is communication?
What is storing and accessing data and programs over the internet instead of on a local computer?
What is "cloud computing"?
Used create visual presentations to support spoken presentations.
What is presentation software? ex.Google Slides, Microsoft PowerPoint
A website or application that enables users to create and share content or participate in social networking.
What is a social media platform?
Doing this can protect against security vulnerabilities and ensure you have the latest features.
What is regularly updating your software.
Building relationships with professionals to help advance your career.
What is networking?
It manages computer hardware and software resources and provides common services for computer programs.
What is an operating system?
Changing the appearance of text and other elements in a document to improve readability and presentation.
What is formatting?
The trail of data you leave behind when you use the internet?
What is a digital footprint?
Malicious software designed to harm or exploit any programmable device or network
What is malware?
Practical work experiences that can lead to job opportunities.
What are internships?