Computer Basics

Question 1

Laptops are battery or AC powered computers that are more portable than desktop computers.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

Applications which run in the cloud and do not need to be installed on your computer are called

Accepted Answer

Web or Cloud Apps

Question 3

When you withdraw cash from an ATM or scan groceries at the store, you're using a computer.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

Which operating system comes pre-loaded on most new PCs.

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Microsoft Windows

Question 5

Any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do.

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Software

Question 6

This allows you to write a letter, design a flyer, and create many other kinds of documents.

Accepted Answer

Word Processor

Question 7

What keys are labeled F1 - F12? Some programs use these keys as shortcuts for common tasks.

Accepted Answer

Function

Question 8

What is the metal and plastic box that contains the main components of the computer?

Accepted Answer

Computer Case

Question 9

Examples of peripheral pointing devices. You can point to objects, click, and move them.

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Mouse, trackball, touchpad

Question 10

This keypad resembles a calculator keypad.

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Numeric

Question 11

You must have the right kind of application (or file format) to open a file.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 12

What is one of the primary ways we communicate with the computer and enter data?

Accepted Answer

Keyboard

Question 13

What is the most important software that runs on a computer?

Accepted Answer

Operating System

Question 14

Mac OS is a line of operating systems created by Apple Inc. It comes pre-loaded on all new____

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Macintosh

Question 15

If you're not sure what a file's format is, look at the ext. at the end of the file name.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 16

Two ways to delete are:

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Backspace and delete

Question 17

When something is in the cloud, it means it's stored on servers on the Internet.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 18

Booting is the process that occurs when you turn your computer on. What is the computer doing?

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All of the above

Question 19

These keys are used for different purposes, like moving the cursor, and controlling a game.

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Arrow

Question 20

The cloud allows you to

Accepted Answer

Do all of the above

Question 21

If you want to listen to MP3s or watch movies you've downloaded, you'll need one of these.

Accepted Answer

Media Player

Question 22

Personal Computers come in two main styles, PC and Mac.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 23

What is one of the primary ways we communicate with the computer and enter data?

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Keyboard

Question 24

The three most common operating systems for personal computers are:

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Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linus

Question 25

Most desktop computers are more difficult to upgrade and expand than a laptop.

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False

Question 26

What does a computer allow you to do?

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All of the above

Question 27

What works with a video card, located inside the computer case, to display images and text?

Accepted Answer

Monitor

Question 28

Desktop and laptop computers are the only devices that can run apps.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 29

Any part of your computer that has a physical structure, example: computer monitor or keyboard.

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Hardware

Question 30

You should use caution when downloading software, as it can contain viruses or other malware.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 31

Using the cloud comes with the risk that someone might try to access your personal data, so...

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Use strong passwords and pay attention to privacy settings

Question 32

This is the tool you use to access the web. (Internet Explorer, Firefox, Google Chrome, Safari)

Accepted Answer

Web Browser

Question 33

An app is a type of software that allows you to perform specific tasks

Accepted Answer

True

Computer Basics

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Computer Basics

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