Unit 1 quizzes Flashcards
The physical components of a computer.
operating system
applications
hardware
software
hardware
The items listed below are examples of _________________.
.docx, .pdf, .jpg
operating systems
identifiers
file extensions
CPUs
file extensions
Printers, Speakers, Monitors, Projectors would be considered….
processors
output devices
input devices
memory devices
output devices
What functions as the computer’s brain and carries out all processes?
file explorer
hard drive
RAM
CPU
CPU
Windows 10 is an example of a(n)…
RAM
application software
operating system
CPU
operating system
What is the primary purpose of RAM (Random Access Memory) in a computer system?
Where everything in the computer is permanently stored
To execute commands and store data temporarily while the computer is running
Software that controls how you interact with the computer
Identifies what kind of file you are working with
To execute commands and store data temporarily while the computer is running
During the lecture you discussed 2 main operating systems available. Which operating system is used by the computers in the lab?
Windows
how does the amount of installed RAM affect your computer?
the more RAM installed on the computer allows it to work faster and gives you more space to work on.
describe the relationship between a computer’s hard drive, RAM, and processor. What is each device responsible for?
the hard drive stores information, the RAM has temporary date storage, and the processor executes the information. it goes from the hard drive to the RAM to the processor.
What is the difference between Microsoft Office web apps and desktop apps?
They are both application software, but desktop apps are installed on your computer, so you can use them without an internet connection, and they have more functionality, while web apps have to be accessed using the internet through a web browser
in an email, The person(s) to whom you are directly communicating.
to:
in an email contacts who you want to know about the email but are not required to action or respond to it. Everyone who receives the email can see the other email addresses as well.
CC:
in an email contacts who you want to know about the email but are not required to action or respond to it. Contacts added in this section will NOT be seen by other recipients.
BCC:
in an email this is not an email recipient setting.
DC:
software that is harmful to your computer
phishing
novavox
malware
spamware
malware
A global network of computers and electronic devices (how computers connect to one another)
internet
Device that allows multiple devices to connect to the same internet connection on a local network.
router
An application software that allows you to access the web using the internet.
web browser
A program that returns results based on specified criteria and keywords.
search engine
what is google?
search engine
what is google chrome?
browser
The practice of sending fraudulent emails pretending to be from a reputable source, but are intended to steal sensitive information.
phishing
baiting
malware
spoofing
phishing
_____________________ occur(s) when AI programs generate a response that is inaccurate but is statistically similar to factual data.
simulations
overfitting
gas lighting
hallucinations
hallucinations
When editing in Word it is important to maintain control of formatting. With this in mind, which of the following should be used to create a new page in a document or to move text from one page to the next?
next page section break
The large system of connected computers around the world that allows people to share information and communicate with each other
internet
What type of break is used to move text from one column to the other?
column break
A device that shares a single internet connection with multiple wired devices.
router
a ___ is an application used to access the web, a ___ is used to navigate the web once you are on it
browser
search engine
