Terms

Question 1

IT

Answer 1

Information Technology

Question 2

Binary Digits

Answer 2

Ones and Zeros

Question 3

Data

Answer 3

Information stored in Binary code

Question 4

ICT

Answer 4

Information and Communications Technology

Question 5

Computer

Answer 5

A system that manipulates data according to a set of instructions.

Question 6

Elements needed for a computer to perform useful tasks?

Answer 6

Hardware, software and the user

Question 7

Hardware

Answer 7

Devices and components that make up a computer system. Can be parts contained in the case or connected to the computer (peripheral devices)

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Peripheral Devices

Answer 8

Things connected to the computer – printer; keyboard, mouse, etc. They allow info to be input (entered) and output (retrieved)

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OS

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Operating System – basic software environment that allows the computer to run

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Applications

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Software installed with the OS to extend the range of what the computer can do – word processing, excel, etc

Question 11

Interface

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Software/Hardware used by the user to control the computer system – keyboard, word processing

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RAM

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Random Access Memory

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CPU

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Central Processing Unit

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Workstation

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type of PC housed in a case – also called desktop PC or desktop. Can be used by a single user or as part of a network client to access shared resources

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Computer Performance is determined by?

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Speed of the CPU, System memory, Hard drive storage capacity, optional components (like sound card/webcam), and quality of peripherals (mouse, keyboard, etc)

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Ergonomics

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The comfort with which the user can use the computer or device

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Server

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Any computer providing services to other computers. Usually a powerful computer that supports a number of users simultaneously. Can refer to either hardware or software

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Fault tolerant

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Servers that use extra copies of components for redundancy and high quality components

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Laptop

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Integrates display, system components and input/output devices into a single portable case

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Main Features distinguishing laptop

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Size and weight, display type, input devices, power source (run on battery), components (different RAM and graphics), networking capabilities (wireless connectivity)

Question 21

OEM

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Original Equipment Manufacturer – companies that out source components (CPU, RAM) from other manufactures to use in their product

Question 22

IoT

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Internet of Things – a world where many different things are embedded with processing and networking functionality – cars, washing machines, birthday cards

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Home Automation

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software allowing a “smart” device to be controlled via the Internet – thermostats, security systems, IP Cameras, appliances, streaming media

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Hub

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the heart of the automation to which other devices connect – usually voice controlled using voice recognition or smartphone apps – Alexa, Siri, etc

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UAV

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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles