Long Computer Basics

An object that protects the CPU from getting hot inside the computer.

A computer that serves up information to other computers on a network.

The Microsoft program used to create databases is called:

The "brain" of the computer.

The Microsoft Program used to create spreadsheets is called:

The Microsoft program used to create desktop publishing documents such as flyers is:

The MS Office application used for typing is:

A computer introduced in 1984 by Apple and was the first personal computer with GUI.

Windows is the most popular operating system.

An important software that runs the computer, such as Windows or Mac OS.

Software used to collect, store, organize, modify and extract data.

Which of the following is NOT an example of hardware.

An electronic device that manipulates information, or data.

A computer that is handheld and has a touch sensitive screen for typing and navigation.

A computer's short-term memory and temporarily stores the data until it is needed.

Any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do and how to do it.

Computer memory on which data has been prerecorded and can only be READ.

Mobile devices such as a smart phone, tablet and MP3 players have their own operating systems.

Computers made up of different parts, including the computer case, monitor, keyboard, and mouse

Any device that is used to put information into a computer.

A cell phone that can do a lot of the same functions as a computer.

Another word for an installed program on your computer or mobile device is:

Which of the following would NOT be an input device.

Personal computers were first introduced to the public in the...

A computer that is battery powered and portable and can be used anywhere.

A software program used for reporting statistical data with numbers and budgets.

Long-term storage on a computer is called:

This device lets you capture pictures and videos in a digital format.

A computer's main circuit board.

A byte is equal to how many bits?

Modern operating systems which lets you use your mouse to click icons, buttons, and menus.

Any physical part of your computer such as a mouse or keyboard.

The Microsoft Office program used to make presentations is called:

A feature found in all Office programs that offers a variety of ways to get help is called:

This device is used to print documents, photos, and anything else that appears on your screen.

Software used to create slides that can be shown during an oral report.

The four components of a computer system are:

A software program used to create, type and print documents.

This device allows you to copy a physical image or document and save it as a digital image.

A unit of storage capable of holding a single character of data.

The fastest type of computer that can store data and perform tasks at incredible speeds.

In 1944, engineers from this company developed a 50 foot by 8 foot computer that could + - x /