Section 2: What is a computer?
What is the definition of the word Software?
: is any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do and how to do it.
What are the basic parts of a desktop computer? Name 2 of the parts.
computer case, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord.
What are the 3 types of ports?
Firewire, thunderbolt, and HDMI.
What is the definition of a motherboard?
it is the main circuit board in a computer.
What is a laptop computer?
: a laptop is a personal computer that can be easily moved and used in a variety of locations.
: Hardware is any part of your computer that has a..?
physical structure
What is one of the 3 computer cases that are found in the text?
desktop case. tower case, or computer case
What is the difference between a scanner and a printer?
A scanner allows you to copy a physical image and save it to your computer. A printer is used to print photos, documents, and anything else that appears on your screen.
What is something that the motherboard holds?
CPU
True or false. A desktop computer tends to be more expensive then a laptop.
false
How many different types of computers are there?
3
What is the purpose of a keyboard to a computer?
The purpose of the keyboard is to communicate to the computer.
What is the most basic computer setup?
computer case, monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
How many inches is the CPU inside a computer.
2
What would be another word for Touchpad on a laptop?
Trackpad
What year was the original IBM PC introduced?
1981
How does a video card in a monitor help the monitor function?
it helps the monitor by letting it display the screen and put pictures on the screen.
What is the one type of cable you can use to connect a mobile phone or MP3 player to your computer?
USB cable
When you save a file, Where does it go to?
Hard drive
How would you be able to turn your laptop computer into a desktop computer?
By choosing to connect a regular mouse and a larger monitor to your laptop.
What is a server?
What is a server?
What are the main two mouse types?
optical and mechanical
True or False. You can use another type of controller in games, other than a joystick.
true
If a computer has Bluetooth, What is it normally used for?
It is used for wireless keyboards, mice, and printers.
What is the specialized power cable on a laptop called, which is designed to be used with that laptop?
: AC adapter