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Intro To Basic Use Of Comp Flashcards

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1
Q

What is the main function of a computer?

A

To process data and perform tasks according to instructions.

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True or False: Computers can only perform tasks that humans program them to do.

A

True

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3
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What is the primary input device of a computer?

A

Keyboard

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Which component of a computer is responsible for storing data long-term?

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Hard drive

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What is the purpose of an operating system?

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To manage computer hardware and software resources and provide services for computer programs.

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What type of software is designed to perform a specific task, such as word processing or web browsing?

A

Application software

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What is the term for the physical parts of a computer?

A

Hardware

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What does CPU stand for in computer terms?

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Central Processing Unit

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What is the function of RAM in a computer?

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To temporarily store data and program instructions for quick access by the CPU.

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10
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Which type of software controls the basic operations of a computer?

A

System software

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What is the purpose of a mouse in computing?

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To control the movement of the cursor on the screen and perform actions by clicking.

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12
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What is the term for the main circuit board of a computer?

A

Motherboard

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13
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Which type of software manages communication between hardware devices and the operating system?

A

Device drivers

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14
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True or False: A computer virus is a type of software that helps protect your computer from malware.

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False

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What is the purpose of a monitor in computing?

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To display visual output from the computer.

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16
Q

What is the term for software that is distributed for free with no licensing restrictions?

A

Freeware

17
Q

Which key is commonly used to exit out of a program or window in Windows?

A

Alt + F4

18
Q

What is the purpose of a printer in computing?

A

To produce a physical copy of documents or images from the computer.

19
Q

What is the term for a computer program designed to cause damage to a computer or network?

A

Malware

20
Q

Which key is used to capitalize letters on a keyboard?

A

Caps Lock

21
Q

What is the purpose of a browser in computing?

A

To access and display websites on the internet.

22
Q

What is the term for the process of arranging data in a specific order on a computer?

A

Sorting

23
Q

Which key is used to undo the last action in many programs?

A

Ctrl + Z

24
Q

What is the term for a set of instructions that tells a computer how to perform a specific task?

A

Program

25
Q

What is the primary output device of a computer?

A

Monitor

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