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IC3 Session 1 Flashcards

1
Q

Input is the _______ step in the three-stage process.

A

first

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2
Q

The ____ moves data, performs mathematic operations, makes decisions based on instructions, and directs the actions of hardware and software.

A

CPU

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3
Q

The ________ is a computer chip which holds basic instructions and services in order to run basic hardware tests.

A

ROM BIOS

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4
Q

The part of a computer that holds all programs and data while they are in use is called the _____.

A

RAM

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5
Q

RAM stands for ____.

A

Random Access Memory

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6
Q

8 bits make up ___ byte.

A

1

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7
Q

A type of media used to store data which is read by a laser is called ______.

A

CD

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8
Q

A _______ is a type of optical media that can only be written to once.

A

CD-R, DVD-R

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9
Q

SAN, Google Docs, and Network drive are all examples of ________ storage.

A

remote

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10
Q

Example of input devices

A

scanner, keyboard, touch screen, game controller

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11
Q

Manual and plug-and-play are the two main basic installation methods for ______ device.

A

input/output

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12
Q

When deciding which type of computer to purchase, a buyer should first consider _______.

A

purpose

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13
Q

A user may utilize the __________ option to return to a previous state on the computer.

A

back-up data

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14
Q

The Free up Disk Space option is located in the __________ category of the Control Panel.

A

Administrative Tools

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15
Q

_________ maintenance includes changing the ink cartridge, clearing paper jams, and aligning printer heads.

A

Hardware

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16
Q

Software called an _______ tells the hardware how to interact with the user and the software.

A

operating system

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17
Q

The ________ software performs tasks, such as games, to office productivity and beyond.

A

application

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18
Q

The _____ is usually included with standalone software and informs a user how the software can be used legally.

A

EULA

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19
Q

_______ is software that is free to use.

A

freeware

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20
Q

________ software encourages developers to improve upon and add to it.

A

Open Source

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21
Q

________operating system responds to events currently occurring.

A

MAC, WINDOWS, LINUS–Real Time operating systems

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22
Q

The Start button is more recently referred to as the Start ____ by Microsoft.

A

orb

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23
Q

The ______ gives access to programs or files on the computer.

A

Start orb

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24
Q

The minimize button in a window or application sends that window or application to the ________.

A

task bar

25
Q

The bright red X at the top of a window or application is the ______ button.

A

close

26
Q

When a _______ is deleted, the original application, folder, or file is not deleted.

A

shortcut

27
Q

Show hidden files and folders, Hide extensions for known file types, and Hide protected operating systme files are all options available in the _______ dialog box.

A

folder options; folder-search-options

28
Q

Windows help and support option is located in the ____ menu.

A

Start

29
Q

The ______ shows all the programs, files, and applications open or in use.

A

task bar

30
Q

The majority of the technical and maintenance settings are located in the ________ on a Windows computer.

A

control panel

31
Q

Options dealing with powering down a Windows computer.

A

Lock, sleep, switch users, restart, log off, hybernate

32
Q

Applications can be installed directly from the _____.

A

internet (cd)

33
Q

Finder viewing options for Mac.

A

List, columns, and thumbnails

34
Q

A bright spot under the application icon appears in teh dock to indicate that an application is currently running on a ____ computer.

A

MAC

35
Q

The majority of the technical and maintenance settings are located in ________ on a Mac computer.

A

system preferences

36
Q

A file type must be associated with the correct application in order to _____.

A

open

37
Q

A group of different applications that work together is called a ______.

A

suite

38
Q

Type of Office Productivity Suites

A

Word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software

39
Q

_______ is the presentation software in the Microsoft Office suite

A

Power Point

40
Q

A database is a type of software that stores information in structure tables that can _______ and ______ with each other.

A

interact, connect

41
Q

The browser allows a user to view content on the ____.

A

internet

42
Q

The third stage of the computing process, in which the computer produces a result based on the user’s request.

A

output

43
Q

An operating system that reacts to current events and actions occurring around it.

A

real time operating system

44
Q

A version of a software application available for free use with limited features or for a trial period.

A

shareware

45
Q

Software that is free to use.

A

freeware

46
Q

A document associated with a standalone software program which explains the legal regulations for using the software.

A

EULA

47
Q

EULA

A

end-user license agreement

48
Q

A type of software that is downloaded or installed and runs independently on a computer.

A

stand alone software

49
Q

An application that is not installed locally but used over the internet or another network.

A

open source software

50
Q

The second stage of the computing process, in which the computer analyzes information input by the user.

A

processing

51
Q

A memory chip in a computer which holds all programs and data when they are in use.

A

RAM

52
Q

RAM

A

Random Access Memory

53
Q

The first stage of the computing process, in which a user initiating an action by giving the computer information or a request.

A

input

54
Q

The main component of a computer which performs mathematical operations, moves data, and makes decisions based on specific instructions.

A

CPU

55
Q

A type of media used to store data which is read by a laser, such as a CD or DVD.

A

optical media

56
Q

The primary form of software running on a computer that organizes tiles and folders as well as telling the hardware how to interact with the user and other software.

A

OS - Operating system

57
Q

An operating system that combines processors and software in a device.

A

embedded system

58
Q

A computer chip which holds basic instructions and services in order to run basic hardware tests.

A

rom bios

59
Q

The primary storage component of a computer which holds all software and data.

A

hard drive

IC3 (3 decks)

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