Chapter 1 & 2 Flashcards
The result of a computer processing is?
output
The computer circuitry that holds data waiting to be processed is?
primary storage
The instructions for a computer to complete a task are called?
software
Data that has been summarized or manipulated for decision making is called?
information
Raw facts and figures that are processed into information are called?
data
Devices such as PC’s and work stations that are connected to a server are called?
clients
A device that sends and receives data over telephone lines to and from computers is called a?
modem
Component that expands a computers storage input and output capabilities is a __________ device.
peripheral
The area of a computer where data is held before processing and information is held after processing before it is passed to an output or storage device is called?
memory chip
Tiny piece of silicon that contains millions of miniature electronic circuits is called a?
processor chip
An input device that is used to manipulate objects on the computer screen is a?
mouse
When a user prints out a report for class, the report is?
output
These computers offer advanced graphics often used to make 3D movies are called?
work stations
Computers costing $500-$5000 that can fit next to a desk or be carried around are called?
personal computers
Users access mainframes by a __________ which has a display screen and a keyboard.
terminal
Expensive powerful computers generally used for mathematical equations and engineering are called?
work stations
_____________ used molecule size structures to create tiny machines for holding data.
Nanotechnology
Slower than a super computer but still able to process billions of instructions per second are called?
mainframes
High compasity computers with 1000’s of processors are called?
super computers
Processing data from the U.S. Census requires a?
super computer
Embedded computers are known as?
micro controllers
True or False.
A T-1 line is essentially…..that carries 24…..
True!
True or False
A cable modem connects a personal computer to a cable tv system with internet connection.
True!
True or False.
A cable modem is an example of a physical connection to the internet.
True!
TF.
Cable modem lines that are shared with other cable users can be slow.
True!
TF
The transmission of the latest pinball game offers subscriber network.
False!
TF
The transmission of credit info. to order something online is an example of an upload.
True!
TF
DSL uses satellite technology to transmit data in megabits per second.
False!
TF
Primary advantage of DSL is that it is always on and consistent.
True!
A central computer that hold collections of data and programs for connecting or supplying services to PC’s, workstations, and other devices is called a?
server
_______ computers are a combination of smartphone and laptop computers with a wireless connection.
Tablets
Tiny, specialized microprocessors installed in “smart” appliances and automobiles are called?
microcontrollers
Also called laptop computers ___________ are lightweight portable computers with built in monitors, keyboards, hard disk drives, batteries and AC Adapters.
Notebook
_________ are low cost lightweight computers designed for basic tasks, such as web searching.
Netbooks
