Computer Basics
The physical parts of a computer (keyboard, monitor, CPU) are called what?
Hardware
The practice of organizing files into folders and using clear names so you can find things later.
file management or good file-naming practice
A network that connects devices within a small area like a classroom or school building or a gaming club?
LAN
A strong password should include a mix of these types:
uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols
What is the internet?
The internet is a global system of connected computer networks that exchange data.
You’re building a gaming PC and want fast game load times and quick level streaming. Which storage type should you choose and why?
SSD, because it has much faster read/write speeds
Saving important files to a different physical drive or cloud service to prevent loss is called what?
backup
What do you call the cables used in wired connections?
Ethernet
If you receive a suspicious email asking for login details, what actions should you take? (Any 2)
(1) don't click links or reply, (2) verify sender via a separate method, (3) report or delete the email
A device that directs packets between networks and connects devices to the internet
router
Your computer becomes slow when you have many browser tabs and apps open at once. Which component would you upgrade to improve multitasking performance?
RAM
Flash drive (NOT USB)
CD/DVD
External Hard Drive
The “amount of data per second” a connection can handle is ______.
bandwidth
What do you call a second way to confirm your identity (text code, app)?
2FA or MFA
A unique number assigned to each device on a network that helps route traffic?
IP address
Name two ports (connections) to a computer
USB-A, HDMI, 3.5 Audio port, USB-C
Where do you save to access from anywhere?
Cloud
WiFi stands for?
Wireless Fidelity
What do you call harmful software that can infect devices? Give one example
Malware. Virus, Trojan, Worms, Ransomware
A method that breaks data into small units for transmission across networks — what are those units called?
packets
Name 5 input devices?
Keyboard, mouse, microphone, webcam, scanner, Stylus, touchscreen, trackpad
What do you use to organize your files and keep the similar ones together?
Folders
latency is how quickly data arrives (like how fast cars move and how long the trip takes). Often call ping. What unit it is usually measured in
mili seconds
A “look‑alike” Wi‑Fi network made to trick you is called ________
fake hotspot
What does HTTPS vs HTTP mean?
HTTPS = HTTP Secure; it encrypts data between your browser and the website.