Part 1-5_Computer_Software_and_Buying_a_Computer.pptx
A new laptop computer typically comes with ___ of storage.
128 GB to 1 TB
Because many people connect peripheral devices to laptop computers, most laptops come with at least ___ ports.
2 or 3 USB
Which three of the following computers would not have a traditional (magnetic) hard drive?
An Android-based smartphone iPhone XR A 2-in-1 computer
Macintosh
Animation major
Which three of the following regarding a computer application are true?
Applications can be located on smartphones, tablets, laptops, and even on servers accessible on the Internet. Most applications can be downloaded for free or for a fee. A computer application is a computer program.
PC with Microsoft Office
Business major
Of the following computers, which one is probably least expensive?
Chromebook
The system management tool in the Windows operating system is referred to as the ___ .
Control panel or windows settings
Most word processing software can be used for which three of the following tasks?
Creating documents Very simple desktop publishing Creating very basic Web pages
You have decided to remove some software from your Dell laptop in order to free up space on your hard drive. Which two of the following, if uninstalled, may cause problems with your computer's normal operation?
Dell Touchpad Microsoft Visual C++ 2017 Redistributable(x86)
Which two of the following are characteristics of the iOS?
Developed by Apple for Apple mobile products Comes with Siri, FaceTime, Safari, and other Apple apps
Which two of the following methods will uninstall a program from a Macintosh computer?
Drag the program icon to the trash, click the Finder, empty the trash. Go to the Launchpad, hold the program icon, click on the X.
Which 2 of the following are true statements about the Linux OS?
Free for consumers to download and use. Linux is an open-source software.
Most new laptops come with 128-1,000 __ of storage.
Gigabytes (GB)
One method of uninstalling a program from a Macintosh computer is to first ___ .
Go to the launchpad
A Gmail login is required to download apps from the Play Store. This is because Gmail and Chrome are owned by _________.
So that you can easily connect your laptop to a large screen monitor, many come with an HDMI port. HDMI stands for __ - definition media interface
High
Because unwanted toolbars and other software may accompany downloaded games and software, take your time and read carefully as you __ software on your computer.
Install
Adding a driver to a digital device, such as a printer, is called ___.
Installing
The most common method of installing software on a Mac is to find the desired software on the ___ and then download and install it.
Internet
A legal contract between the software manufacturer and the user of an application is called an End-User _____ Agreement.
License
An operating system that is an open source and not owned by a sole company is __.
Linux
Which 3 of the following are the strengths of the Linux OS?
Linux is an operating system that is free to download and use. Linux is an open-source software that can be modified by users. Linux OS has solid security features and is less susceptible to viruses.
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 a popular OS software program?
Microsoft Windows
Which of the following is an operating system?
Microsoft Windows
Which three of the following are common spreadsheet application programs?
Numbers for Mac Google Docs (Sheets) Microsoft Excel
Which three of the following are common word processing programs?
Pages for Mac Google Docs Microsoft Word
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
When referring to apps or applications, the term "installing" refers to the process of _____.
Putting software on a digital device
Which two of the following responses best define the term "resolution" in output devices?
Quality of the image Number of pixels in a display
Most new laptops will come with between 4 and 16 GB of __ .
RAM
Complete the following sentence using one word. Most new laptops will come with between 4 and 16 GB of _____.
RAM or memory
Desktop computers usually come with at least 8-16 GB of __. One nice thing about a desktop is that most allow this to be easily expanded to up to 32 to 64 GB.
RAM or memory
Resolution refers to the _____ and clarity of an image.
Sharpness
Which three of the following are common software licenses?
Site Single-user Network
Because of their compact size and extreme efficiency, smartphones, tablets, and some laptops use __ - state storage (hard drives)
Solid
While there are many reasons to purchase a Macintosh laptop, three reasons to purchase a Windows laptop instead include:
Some professions, such as those in the medical industry and the military, use Windows-based computers. Macintosh laptops tend to be more expensive than Windows laptops. Some Microsoft applications are easier to run on a Windows computer than a Macintosh computer.
Used to format and display numbers and text in cells, __ programs are used to perform calculations and structure data and are widely used in by organizations.
Spreadsheet
Programs that offer the structure and hardware control necessary to run the computer and its peripheral devices are called _____ software.
System
Similar to the Windows control panel, the system management tool in the macOS is called ___.
System preferences
Programs that offer the structure and hardware control necessary to run the computer and its peripheral devices are called __ software.
Systems
What software manages a computer's hardware, supports the computer's basic functions, and runs its other programs?
The OS
Look at the following specifications: Total storage capacity: 512 gigabytes System memory: 16 gigabytes Processor speed (base): 1.8 gigahertz Select the three true statements regarding this 2-in-1 computer.
This computer has a touchscreen. This computer has 16 GB of RAM. This computer has a 512 GB hard drive.
Look at the following specifications: Storage capacity: 1128 gigabytes Processor speed (base): 3.2 gigahertz System memory: 16 gigabytes Select three true statements regarding this desktop computer.
This computer's CPU can process over 3 billion machine cycles per second. This computer has at least 1 terabyte of hard drive space. This computer has 16 GB of RAM.
Which three of the following may be included when installing a program onto your computer?
Toolbars Adware Spyware
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. Multiple choice question.
Uninstall
The process of removing unwanted software from a computer is called __ .
Uninstalling
Removing software, particular software associated with the computer's operating system, can cause significant problems for many computer users. For this reason it is important to be careful when you ___ .
Unistall
Which two of the following are usually considered the strengths of the macOS platform?
Very stable and reliable, few viruses Strong graphics quality and graphical user interface (GUI).
When purchasing a laptop for college, one of the first questions you should consider is ___.
What do you plan to do after graduation
Which of the following is a strength of the Windows OS?
Wide availability of software options.
Many business schools require the use of Microsoft Excel and Access. If you plan to attend one of these schools, you should become comfortable with the Microsoft Blank______ operating system. Multiple choice question.
Windows
Because it is a Google product, downloading an app from the Play Store might require ___ .
a Gmail account
Which operating system is found on Apple smartphones and tablets?
iOS
Toolbars, adware, and extra software may accompany downloaded games and software, particularly if the manufacturer offers free downloads. Because of this, it is important to read closely when ___ .
installing software
The computer platform known for its graphics capability and stylish design is the ________ .
macOS
To download an app onto your Android-based smartphone or tablet, you first click on ___ .
the Play Store icon
If you plan to become an accountant or major in finance, it is probably best to purchase a computer that uses ___ operating system.
the Windows
