Input vs Output
Input devices send data, commands, and signals into a computer system.
Give an example of an input device.
mouse, keyboard, microphone, scanner
What makes something hardware?
It is a physical part of the computer you can touch.
What is software?
Programs or instructions that tell the computer what to do.
the trail of data that is left behind by users on digital services.
What is a digital footprint
Give an example of a file extension for a picture
.gif
.png
.jpg
.jpeg
An output devices receive processed data from the computer to present to the user.
Give an example of an output device.
Speaker, monitor, printer, projector, headphones
Name a part of hardware
Keyboard, mouse, monitor, tower
Give one example of software and explain their purpose.
Google Docs for typing, PowerPoint for presentations, etc.
A shortcut that allows you to jump to another location such as an Internet address
Hyperlink
What is the best type of application you should use to write a science report? (hint: the most popular of these are called Google docs or Microsoft word)
A word processor
A speaker is an example of an....
output
Which hardware component controls calculations and instructions?
CPU
Why is an operating system important?
It allows the computer and other software to run.
Watching a video on a screen is an example of which IPOS step?
Output
What letters/characters are in the home row?
ASDF JKL;
A keyboard is an example of an...
input
Why is RAM considered hardware even though it stores information?
Because it is a physical component inside the computer.
Is Google Drive hardware or software? Explain.
Software, because it is an online program for storage.
A technique to gain personal information for the purpose of identity theft, usually by means of fraudulent e-mail.
What is phishing?
Imagine you make a new app. Based on feedback from users what should you do to your app?
Make improvements
A monitor is an example of an...
Output
What does CPU stand for?
Central processing unit
What would happen if a computer had hardware but no software?
It would turn on but could not be used.
A security system consisting of a combination of hardware and software that limits the exposure of a computer or computer network to attack from hackers
What is a firewall?
these policies define acceptable and unacceptable behaviors regarding company technology and assets to ensure security and productivity.
What is Acceptable Use Policy?