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What is a computer
A computer is a machine that does math very fast
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List the four types of hardware
1. input/output 2. memory 3. storage 4. processor
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Give an example of an output device
printer, monitor
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The amount of memory needed to store a single character in RAM
Byte
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When you connect hardware to your computer you must plug it in at the back of your computer. What are the plugs at the back of the computer called
ports
200
Define "User"
The person who inputs data into the computer
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Give an example on an input device
keyboard, mouse
200
What is the name of the language used by a computer?
Binary Number System
200
What is the name of the Keyboarding program we use to learn how to type
Ultra Key
200
What is the abbreviation for a Gigabyte and what is it's approximate value
GB - Billion
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Define hardware
Computer parts that you can touch and see
300
What does the abbreviation ROM stand for
Read Only memory
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What does the abbreviation RAM stand for
Random Access Memory
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Which type of memory holds a copy of the program being used and the data being keyed (RAM or ROM)
RAM
300
Computer programs and instructions that make the computer run are called
Software
400
List the four parts of a computer system
1. user 2. date 3. hardware 4. software
400
Which type of memory is volatile (RAM or ROM)
RAM
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Which type of memory contains the start-up instructions, that tell the computer what to do when it is turned on
ROM
400
The name of the main circuit board of the computer
motherboard
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What does CPU stand for
Central Processing Unit
500
Extra parts that you can add to a computer are called
Peripherals
500
The smallest unit of data a computer can use.
Bit
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The process that changes raw data into useful information is called
Processing
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What are the four functions of the CPU
1. Fetch 2. Decode 3. Execute 4. Store
500
What is the purpose of Operating System Software
Controls all the hardware and helps hardware communicate with software