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_____ is any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do.
malware
hardware
software
virus
2
A _____ is a tool you use to access the web.
spreadsheet
widget
word processor
web browser
3
Mac OS is a line of operating that comes loaded on all new ____ computers.
Laptops
desktops
PC
Macintosh
4
____ comes preloaded on PC's, which helps to make it the most popular operating system.
Mac OS X
Web browser
Linux
Microsoft Windows
5
The _____ keys are labeled F1 through F12.
tab
control
function
insert
6
An app is a type of software that allows you do preform a specific task.
False
True
7
Most desktop computers are less expensive than a laptop.
True
False
8
When you get cash from an ATM, scan groceries, or use a calculator you are using a computer
False
True
9
A _____ is a computer that "serves up: information to other computers on a network.
computer
game counsel
server
smartphone
10
Laptops are battery operated personal computer that are more portable.
False
True
11
A _____ is a device that manipulates data.
web browser
word processor
computer
spreadsheet
12
_____ allows you to write a letter, design a flyer and create many other kinds of documents.
spreadsheet
web browser
Media player
word processor
13
Personal computers come in two main styles, PC and Mac.
False
True
14
The first computer was made in _____.
1992
1943
2001
1600
15
The _____ is one of the prmary ways we communicate with the computer and enter data.
Keyboard
central processing unit
monitor
mouse
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_____ are examples of pointing devices.
intert key, backspace, trackball
space bar, mouse, numeric key
touchpad, backspace, arrow keys
mouse, trackball, touchpad
17
_____ is any part of your computer that has physical structure, such as the computer monitor.
hardware
virus
software
malware
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What does a computer allow you to do?
all of the above
store and retrieve data
browse the internet
type documents