Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Introduction to Computing > Chapter 1 > Flashcards

Chapter 1 Flashcards

0
Q

communications device (8)

A

a hardware component that enables a computer to send (transmit) and receive data, instructions, and information to and from one or more computers or mobile devices

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
1
Q

application software (16)

A

consists of programs designed to make users more productive and/or assist them with personal tasks

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

computer (6)

A

an electronic device, operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory, that can accept data, process the data according to specific rules, produce results, and store the results for future use

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

computer literacy (5)

A

involves having a current knowledge and understanding of computers and their uses

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

computer-aided manufacturing (38)

A

the use of computers to assist with manufacturing processes such as fabrication and assembly

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

data (6)

A

a collection of unprocessed items, which can include text, numbers, images, audio, and video

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

desktop computer (20)

A

a computer designed so that the system unit, input devices, output devices, and any other devices fit entirely on or under a desk or table

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

digital camera (23)

A

a device that allows users to take pictures and store the photographed images digitally, instead of on traditional film.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

e-book reader (22)

A

a handheld device that is used primarily for reading e-books

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

embedded computer (26)

A

a special-purpose computer that functions as a component in a larger product

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

enterprise user (32)

A

each employee or customer who uses a computer in an enterprise

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

game console (24)

A

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

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

graphical user interface [GUI] (15)

A

used to interact with the software using text, graphics, and visual images such as icons

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

green computing (10)

A

involves reducing the electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using a computer

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

handheld computer (22)

A

a computer small enough to fit in one hand

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

hardware (6)

A

the electric, electronic, and mechanical components of a computer

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

home user (28)

A

each family member who spends time on the computer for different reasons that include personal financial management, Web access, communications, and entertainment

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q

information (6)

A

conveys meaning and is useful to people

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
18
Q

input device (6)

A

any hardware component that allows you to enter data and instructions into a computer

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
19
Q

installing (16)

A

the process of setting up software to work with the computer, printer, and other hardware

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
20
Q

Internet (11)

A

a worldwide collection of networks that connects millions of businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, and individuals

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
21
Q

Internet-enabled (21)

A

a mobile device that can connect to the Internet wirelessly

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
22
Q

laptop computer, notebook computer (20)

A

a portable, personal computer designed to fit on your lap

23
Q

mainframe (25)

A

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

24
Q

mobile computer (20)

A

a personal computer you can carry from place to place

25
Q

mobile device (20)

A

a computing device small enough to hold in your hand

26
Q

mobile user (31)

A

anyone who works on a computer or mobile device while away from a main office, home office, or school

27
Q

network (10)

A

a collection of computers and devices connected together, often wirelessly, via communications devices and transmission media

28
Q

online (10)

A

when a computer connects to a network

29
Q

online banking (34)

A

where users can access account balances, pay bills, and copy monthly transactions from the bank’s computer right into their personal computer

30
Q

online investing (35)

A

where investors buy and sell stocks and bonds—without using a broker

31
Q

output device (7)

A

any hardware component that conveys information to one or more people

32
Q

PDA (22)

A

often looks like a smart phone and provides personal information management functions such as a calendar, an appointment book, an address book, a calculator, and a notepad

33
Q

personal computer (19)

A

a computer that can perform all of its input, processing, output, and storage activities by itself

34
Q

photo sharing community (14)

A

a specific type of social networking Web site that allows users to create an online photo album and store and share their digital photos

35
Q

portable media player (23)

A

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

36
Q

power user (31)

A

requires the capabilities of a workstation or other type of powerful computer

37
Q

program, software (15)

A

consists of a series of related instructions, organized for a common purpose, that tells the computer what tasks to perform and how to perform them

38
Q

run (17)

A

when a program is copied from storage to memory

39
Q

server (25)

A

controls access to the hardware, software, and other resources on a network and provides a centralized storage area for programs, data, and information

40
Q

small office/home office (30)

A

includes any company with fewer than 50 employees, as well as the self-employed who work from home

41
Q

smart phone (21)

A

an Internet-enables phone that usually provides personal information management functions such as a calendar, an appointment book, an address book, a calculator, and a notepad

42
Q

social networking Web site (14)

A

an online community that encourages members to share their interests, ideas, stories, photos, music, and videos with other registered users

43
Q

storage device (8)

A

records (writes) and/or retrieves (reads) items to and from storage media

44
Q

storage media (8)

A

where a computer keeps data, instructions, and information

45
Q

supercomputer (25)

A

the fastest, most powerful computer—and the most expensive

46
Q

system software (15)

A

consists of the programs that control or maintain the operations of the computer and it’s devices

47
Q

system unit (7)

A

a case that contains the electronic components of the computer that are used to process data

48
Q

Tablet PC (21)

A

a special type of notebook computer that you can interact with by touching the screen with your finger or a digital pen

49
Q

telecommuting (32)

A

a work arrangement in which employees work away from the company’s standard workplace and often communicate with the office through the computer

50
Q

user (9)

A

anyone who communicates with a computer or utilizes the information it generates

51
Q

video sharing community (14)

A

a type of social networking Web site that allows users to store and share their personal videos

52
Q

Web (13)

A

contains billions of documents called Web pages

53
Q

Web 2.0 (14)

A

Web sites that provide a means for users to share personal information (such as social networking Web sites), allow users to modify contents (such as some blogs), and/or have software built into the site for users to access (such as Web applications)

54
Q

Web application (14)

A

a Web site that allows users to access and interact with software from any computer or device that is connected to the Internet

55
Q

Web page (13)

A

can contain text, graphics, animation, audio, and video

56
Q

Web site (13)

A

a collection of related Web pages

Introduction to Computing (2 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions