History of Computing
This British mathematician designed the first mechanical computer, known as the Analytical Engine, in the 1800s.
Charles Babbage
This is the "brain" of the computer, responsible for processing instructions.
CPU-central processing unit
It is important to create strong ones using a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols to protect your accounts.
Password
This is the main software that manages a computer's hardware and software.
For an extra bonus: Name an example of this software.
OS-Operating System
These new versions of computers use DNA, biochemistry, and molecular biology hardware, instead of the traditional electronic computing.
DNA Computers
This social media platform, launched in 2004, was originally designed to connect college students before becoming a worldwide platform.
The first general-purpose electronic computer, built in the 1940s, was called this.
ENIAC
A keyboard and a mouse are examples of this type of device.
Input Devices
This document, found on websites and apps, explains how your personal data is collected and used.
Data Privacy
Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive are examples of this type of storage service.
Cloud Storage
This is the term for a computer program or machine that can mimic human intelligence?
Artificial Intelligence
In 1994, the first-ever online purchase was made when someone bought a pizza through a website. What company did this transaction happen with?
Pizza Hut
This global network, which connects millions of computers around the world, began in the 1990s and is now an essential part of modern life.
For an extra bonus: Who is responsible for this global network?
World Wide Web-The Internet
This type of memory is temporary and is erased when the computer is turned off.
RAM (Random Access Memory)
Downloading music, movies, or games without paying for them is a violation of this law.
Copyright Law
This type of software is designed for users to perform tasks like writing reports or making presentations.
Application Software
AI can help doctors detect diseases like cancer early by analyzing these medical images.
X-Rays or MRIs
In the 1980s, this company created the first graphical user interface (GUI) with icons and windows for personal computers.
Apple
This early computer language, created by Grace Hopper in the 1950s, was designed to make programming easier and closer to human language.
COBOL
A 3D printer is an example of this type of device.
Output Device
This major regulation in Europe protects user data and requires companies to get permission before collecting personal information.
GDPR-General Data Protection Regulation
One major advantage of cloud computing is that files can be accessed from anywhere with this.
Internet Connection
This AI-powered virtual assistant from Amazon can play music, control smart home devices, and answer questions.
Alexa
AI is used in this sport to help analyze players' movements and strategies in real-time, improving coaching decisions.
Basketball
This ancient device, dating back to 3000 BCE, is considered the first known "computer" used to perform simple calculations.
Abacus
This type of hardware improves the quality of video games and high-resolution videos on a computer.
GPU-graphics card
A person shares someone else’s private photos online without their permission. In many states, this could lead to legal trouble under this law.
Privacy Law
The cloud allows users to store files and run applications without using this part of their computer.
Hard Drive
This test, named after a famous scientist, measures whether a machine can think like a human.
Turing Test-Alan Turing
AI-powered robots are used in manufacturing to assemble products more quickly and efficiently. This company is known for using AI in its car production lines.
Tesla