Computer Basics Review Unit 1-4

The area of storage on a computer that loses ALL DATA when the computer is turned off is the

The number 1 or 0 in the binary code = a

A named collection of data that exists on a storage medium.

A measurement used to describe the speed of the computer's CPU is

Approximately 1 billion bytes =

Which refers to a personal computer connected to a network?

A method for representing numbers using only two digits, 0 and 1 is called

How many bits make a byte?

Approximately 1,000 bytes =

Devices where data can be read but new data cannot be stored are ____________ devices.

A set of computer programs that help a person carry out a task is called

Area of the computer that temporarily holds data waiting to be processed, stored, or output is

Means of recording data as light & dark spots on CD/DVD with the use of a low-power laser light

Used to keep data when the power to the computer is turned off is called

Sequence of events that occurs as you turn on a computer and before you can use it, is called....

The subdirectory or subdivision, of a directory that can contain files or other directories is

A computer connected to a network that distributes resources to other users is a

The software that controls the overall functions of a computer is called the

A hardware device mounted inside a computer and can permanently store data is called a(n)

Photo editing, graphic presentation, word processing, and spreadsheet programs are examples of