Hardware and Software
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
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
Which two of the following would be used to store a single bit of data?
A transistor A hole in a punchcard
Lightning connectors were developed by ___.
Apple
Another name for a computer's processor is the:
CPU
Which two of the following statements are true about the American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII) encoding standard?
Can represent a total of 256 characters Capable of representing 26 uppercase and lowercase letters used in the English language, numbers, and many different symbols.
A software license usually answers which 3 of the following questions?
Can the program's source code be viewed? Can the program be copied, modified, or redistributed? Where, how, and how often can the program be installed?
Identifies the location of a cell in a worksheet
Cell Reference
The amount of space a device takes up on a desk or table is referred to as its _____.
Footprint
A mathematical operation used to perform calculations
Formula
Built-in formulas included in a spreadsheet program
Function
Which two of the following are applications?
MS Excel Instagram
Jose uses Windows 10 on his laptop to run the programs he needs to complete his college assignments. Windows OS is owned and maintained by _____ .
Microsoft
Which of the following is commonly-used OS software?
Microsoft Windows
In an all-in-one computer, such as the one pictured in the image, the motherboard is housed behind the __.
Monitor
Not a feature of a tablet computer
Most allow you to upgrade RAM Include a terabyte (TB) or more of storage.
High-Definition ________ Interface is a standard interface for audio-video connectivity which allows for the transmission of high-definition audio and video signals.
Multimedia
Which two of the following are true about system software?
One of the most important types of system software is the operating system. System software refers to programs that offer the structure and hardware control necessary to run the computer and its peripheral devices.
Which three of the following are common word processing programs?
Pages for Mac Microsoft Word Google Docs
Applications that enable a user to create visual aids that can be projected on a screen or displayed on a digital display are called __ software.
Presentation
Which two of the following are usually considered the strengths of the macOS platform?
Strong graphics quality and graphical user interface (GUI). Very stable and reliable, few viruses
Tablet computer has what features
Tablet computers are highly portable Smaller OS (usually) Touchscreen is primary input
Which two of the following are used for measuring typical hard drive capacities for personal computers?
Terabytes Gigabytes
Which two of the following statements are correct regarding the CPU?
The CPU is located on the motherboard of the computer. The CPU is integrated into a chip called a microprocessor.
Put the steps of the boot process in the correct order, placing the first step at the top.
The device is powered on and the CPU activates BIOS. The Power-On Self-Test is executed. The OS is loaded into RAM. The OS checks the registry settings and loads saved configuration settings.
Which of the following is one of the ports shown in the image?
USB
Which three of the statements are true statements regarding utility programs?
Utility programs often perform a specific maintenance type of task. Common utility programs include disk formatting, disk cleanup, and disk defragmenting. Utility programs are included with both Windows and macOS.
Most word processing software can be used for which three of the following tasks?
Very simple desktop publishing Creating very basic Web pages Creating documents
Which of the following is a strength of the Windows OS?
Wide availability of software options.
A collection of related worksheets
Workbook
Single page in a workbook
Worksheet
Smartphones owe much of their popularity and computing flexibility to ___ .
apps (applications)
Represented by either a 0 or 1, a ____ is the smallest unit of data a computer can process.
bit
The loading of an operating system into the main memory of a device is called the ____ process.
booting
Data flows between different parts of the computer via _____ .
buses
The system management tool in the Windows operating system is referred to as the ___ .
control panel or Windows Settings
A personal computer with a separate system unit (chassis or tower) and a relatively large footprint is called a ___ .
desktop
This personal computer is a good choice for gamers who want to be able to expand its capabilities and for families with children who might drop a laptop. It's called a
desktop computer
The physical parts of a computer, such as the monitor, keyboard, mouse, and system unit are called computer ___
hardware
A two-in-one computer combines a large tablet computer with a (usually) detachable ___
keyboard
Determining which computer platform (operating system) would be best for a particular student often depends on what the student wants to study and in which industry she or he wants to enter after graduation. Students who plan to study graphic design or want to focus on photo production or publishing should strongly consider the __ platform since it is generally considered the industry standard in those fields.
macOS
The computer platform known for its graphics capability and stylish design is the ___ .
macOS
A hole or slot in a computer, designed to accept a specific connector, is called a ___.
port
This would plug into a computer's USB
port
Apps designed to make individuals or businesses more efficient are categorized as:
productivity
Software comes in various categories. One category is system software, which provides the instructions that hardware needs to operate (iOS, Android, Windows, etc.). Another category is game software (League of Legends, Hearthstone, Angry Birds, etc.). Another category of software includes applications such as Office 365, iWork, QuickBooks, Googledocs, etc. This software is referred to as ___ software.
productivity
Wyatt has purchased a new laptop and found it came with many programs that he does not want. He should _____ the programs from his device so they do not take up storage space.
uninstall
One type of storage device is a ___ .
universal serial bus (USB) drive
Programs that perform specific maintenance tasks on computers are commonly referred to as ___ programs.
utility
The computer that can be found inside a programmable coffee pot is referred to as a(n) ___ computer. It has a real-time operating system.
embedded
A protocol commonly used to transfer large files from one server to another on the Internet is the ___.
file transfer protocol (FTP)
The depiction of image data on a display or output device is called
graphics
The output of a computer that creates a visual image is called ___.
graphics
This personal computer is called a notebook or a _____. It is popular with students because it is relatively affordable and powerful and the integrated keyboard makes it easy to input text.
laptop
Because a metal platter is physically spinning, hard drives have ___ .
longer access times
When referring to apps or applications, the term "installing" refers to the process of _____.
putting software on a digital device
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
Rank the storage capacities from highest to lowest. Place the highest capacity (largest) at the top.
1) Petabyte 2) Terabyte 3) Gigabyte 4) Megabyte 5) Kilobyte
The _____ coding language uses 8 bits to represent a byte of information.
ASCII
Which two of the following are correct statements regarding all-in-one computers?
All-in-one computers house every component except the keyboard and mouse inside the same case as the monitor. An all-in-one computer is a stationary device with a separate keyboard and mouse. The motherboard is housed behind the monitor.
Which of the following is not part of the boot process?
Any installed anti-virus software checks the system for errors
Which of the following computers might contain a traditional (magnetic) hard drive?
Dell desktop computer
Which two of the following statements are correct regarding a byte?
Each number, special character, and letter of the alphabet is represented as a byte Equal to 8 bits
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
The only major difference between MacBooks and the Dell laptops is their prices. T or F
False
Which two of the following are computers?
Gaming console Smartphone
Which three of the following are common spreadsheet application programs?
Google Docs (Sheets) Numbers for Mac Microsoft Excel
Common presentation programs include which three of the following?
Google Slides Microsoft PowerPoint Keynote for Mac
___ is the standard for video and audio input into televisions today.
HDMI
Which of the following terms refers to the physical parts of a computer system?
Hardware
Putting software on a digital device, or adding hardware components and drivers to a digital device is called __.
Installing
Which three of the following are commonly associated with laptop computers?
Integrated keyboard, monitor, and touchpad Mobile Full operating system
Which three of the following devices are computers?
Laptop Desktop Smartphone
A legal contract between the software manufacturer and the user of an application is called an End-User __ Agreement (EULA).
License
The port found on most iPhones (prior to the iPhone 15) is referred to as a __ port.
Lightning
One operating system that is an open source (not owned by a sole company) is __.
Linux
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 coding scheme capable of representing the languages of the world, ________ uses 16 bits to represent information.
Unicode
Many computers today use _____, which is a coding scheme using at least 16 bits to represent a character.
Unicode
Which three of the following are external storage devices?
Universal serial bus (USB) drive External hard drive Optical (DVD) drive
Select 3 characteristics of a tablet computer.
Usually has a mobile operating system Is highly mobile Has as a touchscreen
Determining which computer platform (operating system) would be best for a particular student often depends on what the student wants to study and in which industry she or he wants to enter after graduation. Students who plan to study science or engineering or want to focus on business (accounting or finance), as well as those who plan to work for the government should strongly consider the __ platform since it is generally considered the industry standard in those fields.
Windows OS
When installing a new printer on your home computer network, you will usually have to go to the printer manufacturer's website to download software called ___ .
a driver
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
Eight bits combined together equal one
byte
Memory and _______ hold data used by processors.
cache
Hard drive _____ is the amount of storage you have available to save data and information.
capacity
A digital device that accepts input, processes and stores the input, and provides output is a ____.
computer
A digital device that accepts input, processes data into information, stores data, and provides output is a
computer
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
A mobile hinged computer with an integrated keyboard that uses a full operating system is called a notebook or a ____ computer.
laptop
When a computer is shut down, the information in the memory (the RAM, the caches, the registers) is ___.
not saved
A computer platform is commonly referred to as a(n) ____ system or OS
operating
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
Programs that offer the structure and hardware control necessary to run the computer and its peripheral devices are called _____ software.
system
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
The number of bits that can be processed at one time during one machine cycle is a processor's _____.
word size
