COMP 1000 Introduction to Technology

installed

Once ____ you can run an application so you can interact with it.

operating system

system software

cloud storage

instead of storing data instructions and info locally on a hard disk or other media you can opt for____.

True

Digital literacy is common knowledge of computers, mobile devices, the internet, and technology.

True

Installing software is the process os song up software to work with a computer printer or other hardware

True

A solid state drive is a storage device that typically uses flash memory to store data, instructions, and information

True

An input device is any hardware component that allows you to enter days instructions into a computer or mobile device.

Storage device

An item that writes and reads items to and from storage media included but not limited to USB flash drives, hard disks, cloud storage, drives and readers/writers, DVD drive, solid state drive (uses flash memory), memory card, optical disc (DVD & CD).

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By 1.accessing and searching for information 2. Sharing personal ideas, photos & videos with family, friends, or others 3. Communicating with and meeting new people 4. Managing finances 5. Shopping for goods and services 6. Playing games or accessing other sources of entertainment 7. Keeping your life & activities organized & 8. Completing business activities

Digital Literacy

Current knowledge and understanding of computers, mobile devices, the internet, and related technologies

True

Electronic components in computers process data using instructions which are the steps that tell the computer how to perform a task

False

Technology while useful cannot help you be more efficient or effective at accessing information

specifications

When you buy a computer the box, manufacturer's website, or order summary will list the computer's ___.

Internet access points

____ enables users with computers and mobile devices to connect to the internet wirelessly.

personal computer

a computer that can perform all of the input and storage activities by itself and is intended to be used by one person at a time

digital camera

a device that allows you to take photos and store the photographed images digitally

backup

a duplicate of content on a storage device that can be used in case the original is lost, damaged, or destroyed.

chat rooms

a real time typed conversation among 2 or more people on a computer or mobile device connected to a network

text message

a short note typically fewer than 300 characters to or from a smart phone or other mobile device

laptop

a thin lightweight mobile computer with a screen in its lid and a keyboard in its base

True

application software consists of programs designed to make users more productive and or assist them in tasks.