IT Fundamentals
These are the physical components of a computer
Hardware
This component stores data permanently, even when the computer is powered off.
HDD or SSD
This device connects multiple devices within a network.
switch
This is an organized collection of data.
database
This is a set of instructions written in a programming language.
A program
This is a set of instructions that tells a computer what to do.
Software
This type of software allows users to create documents, browse the web, or edit photos.
application software
This device connects your network to the internet.
router
This language is used to query and manage databases
SQL
DAILY DOUBLE
This type of error is caused by incorrect code structure or grammar.
syntax error
This role manages and maintains computer systems and networks.
System Administrator
DAILY DOUBLE
This component on the motherboard allows communication between the CPU, RAM, and other hardware.
Chipset
This type of network covers a small area like a home or office.
LAN
This structure organizes data into rows and columns.
table
This loop continues running while a condition is true.
while loop
DAILY DOUBLE
Thermal paste goes here
on top of the CPU
This process keeps systems secure by applying updates.
Patching (updating)
This protocol automatically assigns IP addresses.
DHCP
This uniquely identifies each record in a table.
primary key
This statement allows a program to make decisions.
IF statement
ROM stands for
Read Only Memory
If the time on your computer computer keeps resetting even after fixing it, this is the problem
CMOS batter
This protocol is used to securely transmit web data.
HTTPS
This type of database uses related tables to organize data.
relational database
This is the process of finding and fixing errors in code.
Debugging