Click Happens
This input device is used to move the pointer by sliding your finger, commonly on laptops.
What is Touchpad \ Trackpad
This device shows everything you do on the computer screen.
What is a Monitor
This is the main software that runs the computer and controls everything.
What is Operating Software\ System
You’re typing but letters show up in ALL CAPS even though Caps Lock isn’t on. What key are you probably holding?
What is Shift Key
This unit is made of 8 bits and is used to measure data.
What is a Byte
This device is used to capture photos or video and send them into a computer
What is Webcam
This output device lets you hear music, videos, or alerts from a computer.
What is a Speaker \ Speakers
Microsoft Word and games are examples of this type of software.
What is Application Software
You click an app, but nothing seems to happen. After a while, you realize it opened—but you can’t see it. What likely happened?
What is Minimized Window \ App
What is Running in Background
This part of the computer is called the “brain” and processes instructions.
What is the CPU
At a supermarket, this input device reads lines on products to get prices quickly.
What is a Barcode Scanner \ Register
This machine produces paper copies of documents and images.
What is a Printer
This software helps protect your computer from viruses and harmful programs.
What is Anti-virus Software
A student says the computer is “frozen,” but the mouse still moves. What is most likely actually frozen?
What is the Program \ Application
This storage device has no moving parts and is faster than a traditional hard drive.
What is an SSD \ Solid State Drive
This device allows users to give commands to a computer by speaking instead of typing.
What is a Microphone
Teachers use this device to display presentations on a wall or screen for a whole class.
What is a Projector
This type of software lets you go on the internet and visit websites.
What is Web Browser \ Browser Application
You delete a file and panic—but it’s not actually gone yet. Where is it most likely?
What is in the Recycle Bin \ 30 Days Trash Bin
This device is used to store files and data permanently, even when the computer is turned off.
What is a Hard Drive
This input device is used to scan fingerprints or facial features for identification.
What is a Biometric Scanner
This output device allows only one person to listen to sound privately.
What is Headphones \ Earbuds
A computer is working slowly because too many programs are open at once. What is most likely being overused?
What is RAM \ Memory
You try to type, but the letters aren’t showing up correctly. You realize the keyboard is in the wrong mode. What is the most likely issue?
What is Num Lock
When a file is too large to fit on a USB or email, you might compress it using this type of software.
What is File Compression \ Zip File