IC3- Computer Fundamentals Practice Exam., Computer Fundamentals Terms, L1 ~ Computers and Operating Systems ~ IC3 GS4, L2 ~ Software and Hardware Interaction ~ IC3 GS4, L3 ~ Windows File Management ~ IC3 GS4, L4 ~ Operating System Customization ~ IC...

As a rule supercomputers _____

"All of the above"( Are used for forecasting weather and animation/Have specialized software programs/ Are typically used for scientific and engineering tasks.

The speed of the processor is measured in

"Both MHZ and GHZ

gigabyte

1,000,000,000 bytes

How many characters in a byte?

1.

kilobytes

100,000

megabyte

100,000,000 bytes

How many bytes in the alphabet?

26.

How many bytes in the wordsupercalifragelisticexpealidotious_

34

How many bits in a byte?

8.

A network______

Allows two or more computer to communicate and share resources.

OS (operating system)

An ____________ is the primary form of software running on a computer that organizes files and folders as well as telling the hardware how to interact with the user and other software.

Open Source Software

An application that allows free distribution and encourages developers to improve the application and add to it.

Software as a Service

An application that is not installed locally but used over the Internet or another network.

The brain of the computer is the

CPU.

The keyboard shortcut to copy is?

CTRL+C

The keyboard shortcut to paste is?

CTRL+V

The keyboard shortcut to cut is?

CTRL+X

The three special purpose keys on the image above are___

CTRL,ALT, ESC

CPU stands for_____

Central Processing Unit.

Networks are sometimes referred to as_____

Centralized Systems.

Mainframe computers are often referred to as

Centralized systems.

Protocol

Communication standards that allow different systems to communicate on a network.

Server

Hardware that enables communication by passing messages to other users on a network.

What measuring unit describes 1000?

Kilo

Portable microcomputers similar to the desktop models in speed, performance and usage are called____

Laptops and Notebooks.

Specialized industries such as graphics design or publishing use____

Macintosh.

The computer that controls the flor of data to and from computers or terminals in a network is the ____

Mainframe.

The area on the far right side of the task bar which contains the clock is called the______.

Notification area.

Tablets have _____ capability installed for easy data entry.

Touch screen.

ROM-BIOS (Read-Only Memory Basic Input/Output System)

____________ is a computer chip which holds basic instructions and services in order to run basic hardware tests.

RAM (Random Access Memory)

____________ is a memory chip in a computer which holds all programs and data when they are in use.

SSL (Secure Sockets Layer)

_____________ is the protocol used to encrypt data being transferred across the Internet.

Internet

The worldwide network of connected computers and servers.

ISP (Internet Service Provider)

A company that provides customers access to the Internet.

LAN (local area network)

A connection of two or more computers in close proximity.

Proxy Server

A form of network security that acts as a go-between for requests on a network.

If I need to store a set of encyclopedias that have 498,000 pages, what is the minimum amount of memory I will need to store the books?

A gigabyte.

If i need to store my essay and I have about one-half of a page completed, what is the minimum amount of mumory I will need to store the essay?

A kilobyte.

If I need to store an e-book that has 475 pages, what is the minimum amount of memory I will need to store the book?

A megabyte.

IP Address

A numerical address that identifies computers and devices on a network.

Intranet

A private network that allows computers within an organization to share data and applications.

Extranet

A private network that an organization uses to communicate and share data with customers or partners.

Monitoring Software

A program used to record what Web sites a user visits.

FTP (File Transfer Protocol)

A protocol used to move files and folders over a network or the Internet.

Podcast

A series of digital audio or video files accessed via a Web feed.

A program is defined as____

A set of instructions.

To write or select items on a tablet you can use_____

A stylus device.

Optical Media

A type of media used to store data which is read by a laser such as a CD or a DVD.

Dial-Up

A type of network connection in which data is passed through phone lines.

Client-Server Networks

A type of network in which a server directs the clients' requests for resources.

Peer-to-Peer Network

A type of network that connects two client computers directly together.

Shareware

A version of a software application available for free use with limited features or for a trial period.

Embedded System

An operating system that combines processors and software in a device.

Real-Time Operating System

An operating system that reacts to current events and actions occurring around it.

A workstation is essentially_____

Any Computer.

What is the name of the code that computers use to understand out language?

Binary.

The name of the operating system PRIOR to windows was____

DOS.

DOS stands for_____

Disk Operating System.

A monitor that only displays information from a network is regerred to as a _____

Dumb terminals

Firewall

Hardware or software used to protect data by determining what can get in and out of a network

The keys across the top of the keyboard, F-1-F-12

Function keys

What measuring unit describes 1,000,000,000?IC

Giga

Mainframe computers are commonly found in __-

Government agencies, large corporations.

Communication

Information transferred between user agents and servers on a network.

Data is defined as_____

Informations stored on a computer.

Minicomputers are commonly found in ______

Medium-sized manufacturing, legal or accounting firms.

What measuring unit describes 100,000,000?

Mega.

The system that processes data quickly and is designed for one user is a _____

Microcomputer.

Computers that process data at a slower rate and in smaller volumes than mainframes are called____

Minicomputers.

Computers that are linked together form a_____.

Network.

A microcomputer is also called a ___

PC

There are generally two types of microcomputers systems which are___

PC and Macintosh.

Traditionally, the majority of companies use ______

PCs.

A small, palm sized computer that is used as a personal organizer is called a ____.

PDA.

The acronym PC stands for

Personal Computer.

PDA stands for____

Personal Digital Assistant.

PDAs with a microprocessor are classified as____.

Pocket PC.

Computers run ____ which process ____ and perform tasks based on the instructions provided.

Programs, data.

The area to the right of the START button is called the____

Quick launch bar.

When does the computer clear RAM memory?

RAM is cleared each time the computer is turned off.

What is the acronym for the memory that is volatile?

RAM.

Newer cell phones that include computer technology are called.____

Smartphones

Which of the following is considered the fastest type of computer?

Supercomputer.

Although several people can use minicomputers at the same time, as the number of users increase___

There would be a decrease in the speed of the system.

Computers that are similar to notebooks but have a screen that swivels or folds over are called_____.

Tablets.

The blue bar at the bottom of the destop is called the ______

Task bar.

CPU - Central Processing Unit

The _______________ is an integrated circuit chip (IC) that controls and directs the activities of the computer. Considered the 'brain' of your computer, it is identified by manufacturer, model, and processing speed in megahertz (MHz). Major manufacturers include Intel, Motorola, Cyrix, AMD(Advanced Micro Devices), and IBM. Intel is considered to be the #1 manufacturer and sets the standards for processors.

Input

The first stage of the computing process, in which a user initiates an action by giving the computer information or a request.

Hard Drive

The primary storage component of a computer which holds all software and data.

Processing

The second stage of the computing process, in which the computer analyzes information input by the user.

Excel

The spreadsheet application used in the Microsoft Office suite.

Output

The third stage of the computing process in which the computer produces a result based on the user's request.