The _____ works with a video card, located inside the computer case, to display images and text on the screen when using a computer.
Monitor
100
An ______ is a type of software that allows you to perform specific tasks.
Application
100
______ isn't just unattractive—it can potentially damage or even destroy parts of your computer. Cleaning your computer regularly will help you keep it working properly and avoid expensive repairs.
Dust
100
A keyboard is which type of device?
Input Device
100
In Binary the number 1 represents _____ and the number 0 represents ____?
1 = On
0 = Off
200
The _______ is one of the main ways to communicate with a computer.
Keyboard
200
______ is a part of a computer system that consists of data or computer instructions. It tells the computer what to do and how to do it?
Software
200
_______ is any type of software that is designed to damage your computer or gain unauthorized access to your personal information.
A Virus/Malware
200
A hardware device which enables the computer to accept data is called an _____ device
Input Device
200
All computer systems, regardless of size or manufacturer, have processors (also referred to as central processing units or ______).
CPU
300
There are two main mouse types: _____ and _____.
Optical and Mechanical
300
Name 1 type of word processing software, number software, and publishing software?
Microsoft Word = Word
Microsoft Excel = Numbers
Microsoft Publisher = Publishing
300
Which is safer and why?
HTTP vs HTTPS
HTTPS Because the S stands for Secure in Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Secure HTTPS
300
A hardware device which reports computer information in a form we can understand is called an _____ device.
output device
300
The central processing unit is often called the ____ of the computer system?
The Brains!!!
The processor performs many different functions. It receives and temporarily stores instructions as well as the data to be processed. It moves and changes stored data. It does arithmetic calculations. It makes decisions of logic, such as determining if two numbers are equal. It directs the action of the input and output devices. The CPU is often referred to as the brains of the computer system.
400
Slots on the back and front of your computer which allow you to plug a device into them are known as ______?
Ports
400
An _____ ______ is the most important software that runs on a computer.
Operating System (OS)
400
The _____ allows you to store files and data virtually in case your computer gets destroyed!
The Cloud
400
Name 2 Input Devices and 2 output devices?
Input = Keyboard, Mouse, Scanner, etc.
Output= Headphones, Speakers, Printers, etc.
400
RAM stands for?
Random Access Memory.
RAM's primary purpose is to temporarily store programs given to it by a programmer or operator of the computer. This type of memory is temporary because it is erased when the computer is turned off (powered down).
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Name 3 types of Hardware?
Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse, etc!
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Name 2 common types of Operating Systems for personal computers?
The three most common operating systems for personal computers are Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux.
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This three button code when pressed on the keyboard at the same time allows you to quit a program if it is not responding correctly?
Control Alt Delete (All buttons pushed at the same time)
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Can a device be both an Input and Output? What is 1 example?
Yes, Example include: Webcam, Jump Drive, CD, Camera, etc.
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What does ROM stand for?
Read Only Memory
ROM's primary purpose is to store important instructions that the computer will reuse over and over such as what to do when the computer is turned on and how to control specific requests made by the computer.