Computer Basics
What part of a computer shows pictures and text?
Monitor
What is a step-by-step set of instructions called?
Algorithm
What is a set of instructions written for a computer called?
Code/program
What should you keep private online?
Personal information such as passwords, address, or phone number
What is hardware?
The physical parts of a computer
What does CPU stand for?
Central Processing Unit
How can changing the order of an algorithm affect its result?
It can cause the program or process to produce the wrong result.
What is a variable used to store?
Information or a value
Why is breaking a large problem into smaller parts helpful?
Smaller problems are easier to understand, test, and solve.
What is software?
Programs and applications
What device is used to type letters?
Keyboard
What might happen if you skip a step?
The result may be incorrect or the task may not work
What does a loop do?
Repeats instructions
What is phishing?
A scam that tries to trick you into giving away information
What is a keyboard?
An input device used to type
What does RAM help the computer do?
Temporarily stores information the computer is using
What is an example of an algorithm in everyday life?
Following a recipe, brushing your teeth, or getting ready for school
What is a conditional statement used for?
To make a decision based on whether something is true or false
What is an error in a program called?
A bug or error.
What number system uses only 0 and 1?
Binary
What is the main job of a computer's operating system?
Manages the computer and allows programs to run
Why should an algorithm be written in the correct order?
Computers follow instructions in order, so changing the order can change the result
Why do programmers test their code?
To find mistakes and make sure the program works correctly
What is encryption?
A method of protecting information by converting it into a coded form.
What is a digital footprint?
Information about you that exists online based on your activity