ITEC 1001 - Connect Ch 2
Personal computer CPU clock speeds range between ____.
1-4 gigahertz The Intel 7th Generation Core i9 processor operates at a base speed of 2.8 gigahertz.
Sometimes called a convertible laptop, a type of laptop that has a removable, or concealed keyboard as well as a touchscreen so that it can be used as a tablet is called a(n) ___
2-in-1
Which two of the following items are commonly included when you purchase a Windows PC laptop computer with a solid-state hard drive?
A universal serial bus (USB) port An operating system
Which computer component found on the motherboard (magnified in the image) is often called the brains of the computer?
CPU
CPU stands for
Central Processing Unit
Making your hard disk more efficient can shorten its access time. One way to delete unused files from your Windows hard drive is to use the Disk ___ app.
Cleanup
Match the location of the motherboard in each device.
Desktop In tower or chassis Laptop Beneath the keyboard. Smartphone Behind the touchscreen
Click 3 characteristics of desktop computers.
Desktops allow for relatively easy upgrade and expansion. Desktops are often used in offices since they do not need to be mobile. Desktops use a full OS.
The windows 10 app used remove unwanted files from your computer's hard drive is called Cleanup.
Disk or Hard Disk
Select two characteristics of a solid-state drive (SSD).
Extremely fast No moving parts
Most tablets have solid-state drive (SSD) capacities measured in terabytes (TBs).
False Currently a TB of SSD would be too expensive to incorporate in most tablets. Tablets typically have SSDs with capacities measured in GBs.
Which four steps are the part of the machine cycle?
Fetch Decode Execute Store
Which two of the following are computers?
Gaming console Smartphone
___ is the standard for video and audio input into televisions today.
HDMI
Which of the following are characteristics of a traditional hard drive?
Has a read/write head to detect magnetic charges. Uses magnetic charges to store data. Has physically spinning platters.
A TV remote usually uses _____ radio waves.
IR (infrared)
Put the steps of the information processing cycle in the correct order, with the first step at the top. Instructions
Input Output Process Store
The largest chip designing and manufacturing company in the world is ___
Intel
Match the processor manufacturer to the correct statement. Intel AMD Nvidia
Intel Founded in 1968, this is the world's largest designer of computer chips. Its i5, i7, and i9 chips dominate the personal computer market. AMD Founded in 1969, this company's technology is featured inside most gaming consoles including the PS5. Nvidia Founded in 1993, produces popular mobile device processors.
The small amount of memory, located within the CPU itself, is referred to as ___ cache.
L1 The L1 cache is located directly on the processor and is the first memory used by the computer.
Which three of the following devices are computers?
Laptop Gaming platform Smartphone
The connector and port developed for Apple devices such as iPhones and iPads is called _____.
Lightening
The devices shown in the image (iPod, Chromecast, Roku, etc.) are referred to as Personal ___ Players
Media
L1 cache L3 cache Disk cache
Memory located directly on the processor itself L1 cache Memory located next to the processor L3 cache Memory used to increase a hard drive's efficiency Disk cache
Which three of the following are commonly associated with laptop computers?
Mobile Full operating system Integrated keyboard, monitor, and touchpad
High-Definition ___ Interface is a standard interface for audio-video connectivity which allows for the transmission of high-definition audio and video signals.
Multimedia
Select two characteristics of a solid-state drive (SSD).
No moving parts Extremely fast
Running the processor faster than recommended by the manufacturer is called _____. This can increase performance and speed, but also can also void the manufacturer warranty.
Overclocking
___ can damage a processor if not properly executed. It will also void your warranty.
Overclocking
The instructions needed to boot-up a computer, such as the basic input/output system (BIOS), are typically stored in _____.
ROM (read only memory)
A type of interface that enables communication between digital devices, allows data transfer, and for devices to be electrically charged is called Universal ____ Bus.
Serial
A processor composed of one control unit and one arithmetic logic unit (ALU) is called a:
Single-Core Processor
Solid ___ Drives (SSDs) are all-electronic storage devices that are used in a variety of products including smartphones, cameras, and tablet computers. SSDs have no moving parts, which makes them faster and more durable than hard drives.
State
Which two of the following are used for measuring typical hard drive capacities for personal computers?
Terabytes Gigabytes
Checking the hard drive on a device running Windows 10 can be done using the _____ app.
This PC
One type of storage device is a ___ .
USB - Universal serial bus USB drives, also called thumb drives or flash drives, are among the most common storage devices. The computer's storage (or hard drive) is the component that allows the device to retain data.
Select 3 characteristics of a tablet computer.
Usually has a mobile operating system Is highly mobile Has as a touchscreen
Popular in the 1990s, the blue port in the image is used to connect computers to monitors or televisions. It is a(n):
VGA
Which three of the following are common types of servers?
Web server File server Network server
A digital device that accepts input, processes and stores the input, and provides output is a ____.
a computer
A stationary (non-mobile) computer that combines the power of a desktop with a neat, clean, look is a(n):
all-in-one
Devices that integrate the computer case (chassis) and system components into the monitor, but have an external keyboard and mouse are called ___ computers
all-in-one
If you want a non-mobile computer without the relatively large footprint of a desktop, consider purchasing a(n) ___ computer.
all-in-one An all-in-one has the motherboard housed within the monitor, eliminating the need for a large chassis or tower system unit.
Smartphones owe much of their popularity and computing flexibility to ___ .
apps
A short-distance wireless communications technology, ___ , uses relatively short-wavelength radio waves to transfer data between devices like phones, speakers, and headphones.
bluetooth
A short-range wireless transmission protocol is known as _____.
bluetooth
A high-speed storage area usually located directly on the CPU is called
cache, l2 cache, or l1 cache
Hard drive ___ is the amount of storage you have available to save data and information.
capacity, space, or size
The amount of instructions the CPU can process per second is dictated by the ___
clock
A digital device that accepts input, processes data into information, stores data, and provides output is a:
computer or laptop
Memory, such as RAM or cache, is __ and has no moving parts.
electronic (solid state)
A computer that is integrated (is a part of) with a larger device, such as a programmable thermostat, is called a(n) ____ computer. It has a real time operating system (RTOS).
embedded
The computer that can be found inside a digital watch (not an iWatch) is referred to as a(n) ___ computer. It has a real-time operating system.
embedded
Typical SSD capacities for tablet computers or smartphones are measured in _____.
gigabytes
The depiction of image data on a display or output device is called
graphics
The physical parts of a computer such as the system unit (like the tower unit shown) or a monitor are referred to as computer
hardware
Because users typically do not want the signal to pass through walls, television remotes usually use what wireless technology?
infrared
A two-in-one computer combines a large tablet computer with a (usually) detachable ___
keyboard
A mobile hinged computer with an integrated keyboard that uses a full operating system is called a notebook or a ____ computer.
laptop Because of their portability, power, and built-in keyboards, laptops remain the most popular personal computers for college students.
Because a metal platter is physically spinning, hard drives have ___ .
longer access times
Cache contains frequently accessed data and is ___.
much smaller than computer's RAM
When a computer is shut down, the information in the memory (the RAM, the caches, the registers) is ___.
not saved Data in memory is not transferred to storage upon shutdown Data in memory is not stored when a computer is powered down. It remains when the computer is in Sleep mode. Data is not stored in memory, the data in memory is used by the processor while the computer is in use.
All computations and activities in a digital device are conducted by the ___
processor The CPU (central processing unit) or processor is the "brains" of every digital device. It conducts all of the computations.
Digital device manufactures include separate chips of storage (nonvolatile) that contain instructions not designed to be rewritten or removed. An example of these instructions includes the basic input-output system (BIOS). This type of storage is separate from the hard drive and is referred to as ____ -only memory (ROM).
read
A hardware component that keeps data and information when the device is not powered is called a ____ device.
storage
Devices allowing the retention of data, when your computer has been shut down, for future use are called __.
storage
The four basic functions of a computer are to: 1 - accept data input 2 - process data into information 3 - present output 4 - provide __________
storage, storing, or ability to store
The location of the computer's ___ unit, which houses a computer's motherboard, depends on the type of computer. For example, in this laptop, it is located under the keyboard.
system The system unit, also called the chassis, houses the motherboard.
A computer that is highly mobile, often has a smaller operating system (OS), and uses a touchscreen as the primary input method is called a _____.
tablet
There are many protocols that are used to help streamline the communication of all digital devices. For example, Wi-Fi uses the _____ protocol. This protocol ensures that devices enabled with Wi-Fi can connect to any Wi-Fi network.
802.11
Fetch Decode Execute Store
Fetch An instruction is obtained from memory Decode The instructions are converted into something the computer can understand Execute The processor completes the instruction Store The results are placed in memory before the next instruction is executed
A protocol commonly used to transfer large files from one server to another on the Internet is the ___.
File transfer protocol (FTP) HTTP allows for the transfer of documents over networks. SMTP is used to send email.
Media players allow you to listen to audio files such as music, podcasts, listen to audio books, and watch videos. Media players are often referred to as _____ Media Players due to their transportability and customization.
Personal
IPOS refers to the four basic computing functions. IPOS stands for Input, ___, Output, and Storage.
Processing
The standard for wireless Ethernet networks is known as _____.
Wi-Fi
For which of the following two reasons, you might purchase a tablet computer rather than a laptop?
You need a highly mobile computer that works well for reading e-books or Netflix You need a computer that you can use while walking
A personal computer with a separate system unit (chassis or tower) and a relatively large footprint is called a ___ .
desktop Desktop computers offer great power and flexibility but also have a relatively large, separate, system unit. Most users place this system unit (chassis) under their desks. Perhaps "desktops" should be called "underdesks."
Memory, such as a computer's RAM ___
holds data and programs being used by the processor.
While not designed to solve complex technical formulas, a computer that is more powerful than a server computer, and used by organizations to process large numbers of transactions simultaneously is called a:
mainframe, main frame, mainframe computer, or main frame computer
In an all-in-one computer, such as the one pictured in the image, the motherboard is housed behind the
monitor, screen, or display
The system unit of a computer houses the computer's main circuit board. This circuit board, which holds the CPU, is called the
motherboard
Two or more complete processors residing on the same chip and can execute two or more sets of instructions at a time is called a _____ core processor
multi
Two or more complete processors residing on the same chip and capable of executing two or more sets of instructions at a time is called a ____-core processor.
multi
A computer system in a network that is shared by multiple users is called a ___
server
A computer system in a network that is shared by multiple users is called a:
server
Popularized with transistor radios in the 1950s, this connector is still used with many (non-Apple) cell phones today. It is a:
3.5 connector
Which two of the following statements are correct regarding the CPU?
The CPU is integrated into a chip called a microprocessor. The CPU is located on the motherboard of the computer.
Sold in categories such as CAT5e (enhanced) or CAT6, or CAT7 cable is commonly used for connecting devices in a network. These are commonly called ___ cables.
ethernet
Because they are inexpensive and reliable ___ have become extremely popular storage devices.
thumbdrives (USB or flash drives)
The graphics adapter inside a digital device is also called the ___ card.
video, graphics, video/graphics, or graphic
Which of the following are characteristics of a traditional hard drive?
Commonly found in desktop computers Uses magnetically charged plates to store data
Web server File server Network server
Web Server Used to control access to resources on the Web. File Server Used for data storage. Network Server Used to control access to resources such as printers and applications on a network.
Because they have no moving parts, solid-state drives (SSDs) costs tend to be ___.
higher Right now a solid-state hard drive is significantly more expensive than a traditional (magnetic) hard drive. Improving technology will reduce this difference though.
Most desktop computers come with a traditional hard drive. The purpose of the hard drive is to ___ data.
store or save
The amount of space a device takes up on a desk or table is referred to as its _____.
footprint A desktop has a chassis or system unit, giving it a large footprint.
The physical parts of a computer, such as the monitor, keyboard, mouse, and system unit are called computer ___ .
hardware
A cell phone that allows you to surf the web is called a(n) ___. This is actually a powerful computer capable of accepting input, processing data into information, providing data, and storing data.
smartphone
The most powerful computers __________ can evaluate complex data very quickly. Many of these computers in the United States are owned by the government or major research institutions and can cost $1 million dollars or more.
supercomputer
