Chapter 19 Computer Basics

A microprocessor is also called a central processing unit, or microchip.

Project management software is called

A small computer that is intended to be used by one person is called a

In most companies, computers are linked through either a network or a central

Which type of software would be used to track sales figures?

The brain of a computer is the

All of the following are input devices except

A computer program that contains a set of instructions that tell a computer what to do is

The physical components of a computer system are

A spreadsheet program is used to store data organized especially for rapid search and retrieval

To create a safe and comfortable work station,

A collection of integrated programs or software applications that work as a single program is a

Software controls the operation of a computer and directs the processing of programs.

Well-designed work stations can help to increase efficiency.

A scanner is an output device.

An ____ is hardware that is used for producing results from a machine.

A ____ is a small computer chip.

____ software is used to create, edit, and print documents.

Hardware that stores information is

All of the following are application programs except

All of the following are used for portable storage except

Learning online is known as

A fast, powerful computer with a large storage capacity that can accommodate several users

Which type of software would be used to generate a mail-merge for addressing envelopes?