Unit 1 Computer Basics

When someone uses a mouse to select an item on the screen, what kind of device is the mouse being used as?

This device holds the CPU and memory and serves to connect all parts of the computer.

CPU stands for

All but which one of the following is NOT a video/audio cord?

If someone is interested in really great video quality for gaming purposes, they might buy a high quality

What are the four things every computer does?

If your computer gets too hot, you may need to check the

Which of the following is an example of computer hardware?

Which of these is the most standard type of computer port for connecting peripheral devices to a computer?

If your computer isn't working quite right, which of the following might help to get it working correctly?

Which correctly describes the type of device a monitor is being used as when people are watching a video on it?

If your computer is running too slow which is NOT an effective troubleshooting method?

Which of the following is NOT one of the 5 categories of computers?

All of the following are examples of mobile computers EXCEPT

Information that is put into a computer system is called

What cord/port would I use if I wanted the BEST quality of video and audio?

Which of these is NOT a peripheral device?

Which of the following pieces of hardware allows your devices to connect to the internet?

Which of the following is an example of software?

The control panel has many uses. Which of these is not done on the control panel?