Ch. 9A
What does CPU stand for?
Central Processing Unit
An electronic code based on a number system that the computer can understand
Binary Code
What is a computer virus?
A set of destructive instruction that infects the computer and causes harm
A set of instructions which the computer follows
Program
What is the biggest myth about artificial intelligence?
People believe computers to be highly intelligent which is false
A tiny chip of silicon having many electrical circuits burned into it
Integrated Circuit (Microchip)
Permanent memory that cannot be deleted or changed
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ROM
What is artificial intelligence?
A computer program that can solve problems and make decision
Memory in the CPU that stores data temporarily
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RAM
What does Wi-Fi stand for?
Wireless Fidelity
What are the two types of memory a CPU has
RAM & ROM
Name two examples of input devices
Keyboard, Mouse, Joystick, Camera
The program a computer follows that tells it how to operate
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Operating System
Name two examples of Output devices
Monitor & Printer & 3D Printer
What is an expert system?
Form of AI in which information from experts is collected and stored in the computer's memory
Name the three parts of the CPU
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Control Unit
Arithmetic/Logic Unit
Memory Unit
This unit guides the processes and flow of information
Control Unit
This unit performs mathematical calculations with the data it receives
Arithmetic/Logic Unit
This unit stores the information before and after processing
Memory Unit
What is the name of the chess playing AI system
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Deep Junior
The smallest piece of information a computer can use
Bit
What is the difference between a soft copy and hard copy?
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Soft copy is temporary, refers to the image on screen
Hard copy is a printed copy of the computer generated image
What does the term digital refer to?
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Refers to an image or document that is in an electronic form
What have researchers done to help improve speech recognition?
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By combining technologies like vison inputs, camera software, and audio inputs
What is distributed computing?
A network of computers that takes advantage of downtime for research purposes