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Chap 3 Flashcards

1
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Types of computers and mobile devices include:

A
  • Laptops, tablets, and desktops
  • Servers and terminals
  • Smartphones, digital cameras, e-book readers,
    portable and digital media players and wearable
    devices
  • Game devices
  • Embedded computers
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A mobile computer

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a portable personal computer, designed so that a user easily can carry it from place to place

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a mobile computer or desktop that can perform all of its input, processing, output, and storage activities by itself and is intended to be used by one person at a time

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A personal computer (PC)

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

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A laptop

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is a thin, lighter-weight mobile computer that has a touch screen

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A tablet

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6
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Two popular form factors of tablets are slate and
convertible

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A slate tablet resembles a letter-sized pad and does
not contain a physical keyboard.
* A convertible tablet is a tablet that has a screen on
its lid and a keyboard on its base.

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7
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typically consists of the system unit,
monitor, keyboard, and mouse which remain in a
stationary location under a desk or table.

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A desktop computer

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All-in-one computer

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has a monitor and system unit housed together

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computer small enough to fit in one hand
enables warehouse employees to take inventory and check supplies.

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A handheld computer

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10
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a small computer which usually is the same size as, or a little larger than, a USB flash drive

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A stick computer

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a personal computer designed to be in a stationary location, where all of its components fit on or under a desk or table

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A desktop, or desktop computer

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computer dedicated to providing one or
more services to other computers or devices on a network

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A server

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Type of servers:

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– Rack server
– Blade server
– Tower server

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Q

is a large, expensive, powerful server that can
handle hundreds or thousands of connected users
simultaneously

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A mainframe

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15
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a computer, usually with limited
processing power, that enables users to send data
to and/or receive information from a server, or host
computer

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A terminal

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16
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ATM (automated teller machine)

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self-service banking terminal that connects to a host
computer through a network

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a freestanding terminal that usually has a touch screen for user interaction

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A self-service kiosk

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18
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is the fastest, most powerful computer – and the most expensive

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A supercomputer

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19
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Cloud computing

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refers to an environment that provides
resources and services accessed via the Internet

  • Applications provided as a service rather than a product.
  • Supplied by servers that provide cloud storage or online storage
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Advantages Cloud Storage

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  • Maintenance
  • Hardware upgrades
  • File sharing and collaboration
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Disadvantages Cloud Storage

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  • Access speed
  • File security
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22
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an Internet-capable phone that
usually also includes a calendar, an address book, a
calculator, a notepad, games, browser, and numerous
other apps

A

A smartphone

23
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Short Message Service (SMS)

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– Mobile to mobile
– Mobile to email
– Mobile to provider
– Web to mobile

24
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Multimedia Message Service (MMS)

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– Mobile to mobile
– Mobile to email

25
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A digital camera

A

is a mobile device that allows users to
take photos and store the photographed images digitally
– Smart digital camera
– Point-and-shoot camera
– SLR camera

26
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Resolution

A

the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in a display

27
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A portable media player

A

a mobile device on which you can store, organize, and play or view digital media

28
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A digital media player

A

is a device, typically used in a home, that streams digital media from a computer or network to a television, projector, or some other entertainment device

29
Q

An e-book reader (short for electronic book reader)

A

is a mobile device that is used primarily for reading
e-books and other digital publications

30
Q

A wearable device or wearable

A

a small, mobile computing device designed to be worn by a consumer

31
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a mobile computing device designed for single-player or multiplayer video games

A

A game console

32
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A handheld game device

A

a small mobile device that contains a screen, speakers, controls, and game console all in one unit

33
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An embedded computer

A

a special-purpose computer that functions as a component in a larger product
– Consumer electronics
– Home automation devices
– Automobiles
– Process controllers and robotics
– Computer devices and office machines

34
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Networks

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allow computers to share resources, such as hardware, software, data, and information

35
Q

usually require simple hardware and can rely on the operating system’s

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Smaller networks

36
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typically require more sophisticated hardware and software

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larger networks

37
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a device that provides a central point for cables in a network and transfers all data to all devices.

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A hub

38
Q

a hub in that it provides a central point for cables
in a network

A

A switch

39
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device that connects two or more networks and directs, or routes, the flow of information along the networks

A

A router

40
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a communications device that connects a
communications channel, such as the Internet, to a sending or receiving device, such as a computer.

A

A modem

41
Q

For a computer to connect to a network, it should have a network interface card.

A

Cable and DSL (digital subscriber
line) are two common types of digital modems.

42
Q

sends and receives digital data over a cable TV connection.

A

A cable modem

43
Q

uses existing standard copper telephone wiring to
send and receive digital data

A

A DSL modem

44
Q

the point at which a peripheral device attaches to
or communicates with a computer or mobile device so that the peripheral device can send data to or receive
information from the computer or mobile device

A

A port

45
Q
  • joins a cable to a port
  • at one end of a cable attaches to a port on
    the computer or mobile device, and a connector at the
    other end of the cable attaches to a port on the
    peripheral device
A

A connector

46
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short for universal serial bus port, can connect up to 127 different peripheral devices together with a single connector

A

A USB port

47
Q

To help reduce the chances of theft, companies and schools use a variety of security measures

A

– Physical access controls
– Alarm system
– Physical security devices
– Security or device-tracking app
– Require identification

48
Q

Hardware can fail for a variety of reasons:

A

aging hardware; random events such as electrical power problems; and even errors in programs or apps
– Undervoltage
– Overvoltage or power surge

49
Q

uses electrical components to provide a stable current
flow and minimize the chances of an overvoltage
reaching the computer and other electronic equipment

A

A surge protector

50
Q

An uninterruptible power supply (UPS)

A

is a device that contains surge protection circuits and one or more batteries that can provide power during a temporary or permanent loss of power

51
Q

A repetitive strain injury (RSI)

A

an injury or disorder of the muscles, nerves, tendons, ligaments, and joints

52
Q

Computer vision syndrome (CVS)

A

a technology related health condition that affects eyesight

53
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Technology addiction

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occurs when the technology consumes someone’s entire social life

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