Major Functions
Is a data processing device
A Computer
How many types of microphones are there
_________ is intended for use at a single location, so it is stationary
Desktop Computer
_______ is the set of computer programs that enables the hardware to preform different tasks
Software
What is the single most popular computer system ever sold
Commodore 64 (Released in 1982)
It saves data and information for later use
Storage
______________ allows you to control you're devices by speaking into a microphone instead of using a keyboard or mouse
Voice recognition software
________ are a category of full-featured computers that focus on offering a very thin, lightweight computing solution
Ultrabooks
Ex. Apple MacBook Air
______ is the only part of the computer that you can physically touch
Hardware
Who invented Excel
Dan Bricklin
It displays data and information that is suitable for the reader
Output
Inputing sound to your computer requires using a ______
Microphone
________ is a special breed of laptop that uses the Google Chrome OS
Chromebook
What two states do computers understand
On and Off
When was Excel made
September 30, 1985
It gathers data or allows users to enter data
Input
A ________ is a front-facing camera that attaches or built into a computer, Skype or video chat other people
Webcam
________ is a portable computer that has a keyboard, monitor, and other devices integrated into a single compact case
Laptop
What language to computer work in to be able to process the data
Binary Language
Who created the first decktop (personal) computer
Ed Roberts
It manipulates, calculates, or organizes that data into information
Process
Flatbed scanner
What is the most common type of computer
Cellphone
What types of switches does a computer use
Transistors
When was the first desktop computer made
1975