Computing Systems 1
Technology is any invention, including:
tools, machines, techniques, and sources of power
Name some example of items that contain computers
cash registers, ATM machines, refrigerator, cars, coffeemaker, ceil phone, etc.
What is system software?
Programs that control and analyze the computer’s hardware
0.What are some examples of input devices?
Keyboards, touch screens, scanners, mouse, digital camera, scanner, microphone, etc.
Data storage refers to
when information is saved by a computer
What is the benefit of improving technology?
It makes life easier and more comfortable
Hardware refers to the ____ _____ of a computer that can be seen and touched.
physical components
List two examples of system software:
operating system and backup software
Processing is when a computer ........
Processing is when a computer uses input data or information to obtain a meaningful result.
CPU is also called ________________
the brains of the computer because it interprets the input, runs the software to perform calculations, processing, and controls the rest of the system
How far back does technology date?
Technology dates back to when man learned to control and make fire______
List 2 examples of hardware
webcam, keyboard, mouse, motherboard, router, printer, speakers, DVD drive, monitor, network cable etc.
_____________ refers to programs that are designed to help users complete a specific activity or task.
Application software
CPU stands for _________
central processing unit
RAM is short for
random access memory
The technology of fire made living conditions ....
better and easier
Software is a set of instructions or programs that
tells the computer what to do
List three examples of application software
word processors, web browsers, games, media players, accounting programs, etc.
What is an output device?
A piece of computer hardware that receives information from the computer
Where is all the other information that is not being used by the CPU stored?
Long-term memory
What is a computer?
A computer is an electronic device that can store and process data to help users complete tasks
What are the two types of software?
System and application
What is an input device?
A piece of computer hardware that sends information to the computer.
What are some examples of output devices?
Printer, computer screen, speaker
s RAM short-term or long-term storage?
Short-term_