File management Flashcards
Define ‘File’
A group/chunk of data.
Define ‘Folder’
Used to organize files.
Every folder has a…
Folder Name.
WHERE are the 2 parts of a file name?
Before and after the dot.
What are the purposes of a file name?
Before the dot = so we know what the file is.
After the dot = So the computer knows how to open it.
What should we be careful of when re-naming a file?
Removing the File extension.
What are the consequences of removing the File extension?
Not being able to access it. Confusing the computer
What is the name after the dot called?
File extension/File type
.docx is for?
word
Why do we need different types of files?
They are stored differently
Define ‘compressed’ file
Sacrifice quality so they take up less storage
Exampel of compressed file
.MP3 and .JPG
A file that is NOT compressed takes up ____ storage. But has ____ quality.
1.More
2. High
Example of high quality not compressed files
.PNG and .WAV
How is all data saved on a computer?
Files/Folders
Define Operating system
An operating system essentially codes your words into a language the computer speaks, therefore it aids in managing files, folders and organization.
How does the computer know how to open a file?
The file extension
What is a mobile operating system?
the operating system on tablets and mobiles. Designed for small touch screens
File management system is…
aka Flie manager, has options such delete, open, copy, cut, etc.
Task of operating system in file management
Important job of keeping track of your files, where they are, and whats in them.
Folders are stored in what order?
Hierarchichal
What does the file path show you?
-It shows you where a folder, file or web page is located.
-what ‘storage device’ aka the drive letter.
how to access file path?
Click on address bar in file explorer
Define volatile
changes rapidly, unexpectedly
Which part of the COMPUTER are files, spreadsheets, etc. saved to?
RAM-random access memory, it gives the computer a place to store applications and data for a short term basis, saves data you computer uses regularly.
what happens when you SAVE a file?
Saved to a secondary source. E.G: flash drive.
What is directory file?
The file 0 and tells us where other files are.
How to change file type?
-Open the file
-Go to ‘save as’
-Click on ‘this PC’ or ‘browse’
-Click ‘save as type’
-Choose the file type and press save.