Chapter 1 - computer basics

Question 1

Peripherals that can be instantly recognized by your computer are known as ________.

Accepted Answer

Plug and play

Question 2

True or False: It is possible to connect peripherals to a laptop.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 3

Instead of a mouse, many laptops use a (n) ________.

Accepted Answer

Touchpad

Question 4

RAM is like a computer’s _______, while a hard drive is like a computer’s _______.

Accepted Answer

short-term memory/long-term

Question 5

The main circuit board in a computer is called the ________.

Accepted Answer

Motherboard

Question 6

True or False. A computer is an electronic device that manipulates information, or data.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

The ____ carries out the instructions of a computer program where calculations take place.

Accepted Answer

CPU

Question 8

Which parts provide short-term memory for your computer.

Accepted Answer

RAM

Question 9

A mouse can connect to the computer with a ________ connection.

Accepted Answer

All of the answers

Question 10

Which of the following is a type of monitor port?

Accepted Answer

All of the answers

Questions 10