The Computing Cycle
The Internet of Things
Name that device
Pick the device
Best Answer
100

The set of steps your device takes to understand what you want it to do and then do it.

The Computing Cycle

100

What is a Smart Doorbell? 

It allows video footage from the user's door to be recorded or accessed via apps on smartphones.

100

A keyboard is an example of an

Input device

100

Abby wants a high-end computer system for her home office that can be upgraded.

Desktop Computer

100

Which of the following is primarily operated by a touchscreen?


Mobile device

Server

Notebook

Desktop

Mobile Device

200

Keyboards, controllers, touch screens are all examples of what? 

Input devices

200


During a science project presentation on IoT devices, Sarah explains how some devices can help conserve water.

Which IoT device is she most likely talking about?

a. Smart refrigerators that monitor food inventory

b. Smart lightbulbs that adjust brightness based on time of day

c. Smart sprinklers that adjust watering based on weather forecasts

d. Smart TVs that stream educational content



c. Smart sprinklers that adjust watering based on weather forecasts

200


Hard disk drive

200

Monitors, printers, projectors are examples of? 

Output devices

200

Why is RAM an example of a volatile storage device?


A. RAM chips can easily be removed from the motherboard.

B. Data stored in RAM is only stored as long as there is a power source sending constant power to the chip.

C. RAM can easily be upgraded and replaced in most sizes and brands of computer systems.

D. RAM is not enclosed in a protective case, and is more easily damaged than a hard drive.

B. Data stored in RAM is only stored as long as there is a power source sending constant power to the chip

300

Hard disk Drives, Solid State drives, flash drives are all

Storage devices

300

These devices use ultra-high frequency (UHF) radio waves to communicate with each other. 

Bluetooth devices

300

something outside the main computer that you can connect with a cable or wirelessly.

peripherals, or peripheral devices.

300

I am looking for a device that is portable for a student or a professional 

Laptop/ Tablet

300

Which of the following is an output device?


Scanner

Touchpad

Monitor

Microphone

Monitor

400

Tom is writing a report on his computer about the solar system. He describes each planet, inserts images, and saves his document. Later, he opens the file to make some edits before printing it out.

In this scenario, which step of the computing cycle makes it possible for Tom to be able to reopen and edit his report?

Storage

400

These devices are named because of their ability to connect with smart phones

Smart devices

400

What component is primarily responsible for handling graphics in a gaming console?

GPU

400

What device could a person use if they had done work on their at home computer and now wanted to bring it with them to work?

A flash drive/ external storage device

400

What is the primary function of output devices connected to a computer?



To display or produce the results of a computer's processes to the user

500

What are the four steps of the computing cycle, in order

 input, process, storage, and output.

500

What is virtual reality designed to do? 


It immerses users in a completely digital environment.

500

Hardware component that processes data

CPU Central Processing Unit

500

A device used to complete transactions including withdraw cash from a bank account

ATM

500

Which of the following is a short-term storage device?


Hard disk

Compact disc

RAM

Flash drive

RAM
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