Ergonomic keyboards and chairs are designed to…

be more comfortable, in order to avoid injury.

a type of software that allows you to perform specific tasks

RAM is like a computer's ________, while a hard drive is like a computer's ___________.

short-term memory/long-term memory

What is the purpose of a scanner?

to copy physical images/documents and save them as a digital image

What is the function of a surge protector?

It protects your computer from electrical surges

instructions that tell the hardware what to do

What is the main function of a computer case?

to contain the main parts of the computer

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1
Each computer is different, so the buttons, ports, and sockets will vary from computer to computer.
False
True
2
Newer monitors usually have LCD or LED displays, also known as _________ displays.
flat-panel
cathode ray tube (or CRT)
control-button
video card
3
Ergonomic keyboards and chairs are designed to…
be less comfortable, in order to increase productivity.
vibrate, in order to signal when you need to take a break.
be more comfortable, in order to avoid injury.
more cheaply made.
4
What is an app?
a type of touch-sensitive screen
a type of software that allows you to perform specific tasks
a keyboard that you can easily transport
a type of hardware you can install
5
RAM is like a computer's ________, while a hard drive is like a computer's ___________.
brain/nervous system
long-term memory/ short-term memory
short-term memory/long-term memory
nervous system/brain
6
Windows, macOS, and Linux are examples of _________.
mobile devices
Internet service providers
web browsers
operating systems
7
Fitness trackers and smartwatches are examples of...
TVs
smartphones
wearables
game consoles
8
What is the function of the CPU?
to send information to the printer or scanner
to control the computer's Internet connection
to control the computer's power supply
to carry out commands
9
If you spill liquid on your keyboard, shut down your computer, disconnect the keyboard, and…
use a paper towel in between the keys
call your Internet provider immediately
turn the keyboard upside down
toss it in the trash, since the damage is irreversible
10
What is the purpose of a scanner?
to copy physical images/documents and save them as a digital image
to print documents
to control computer games using some of the hardware
to record sound
11
What is the function of a surge protector?
It provides temporary power if there is a power outage
It protects your computer from electrical surges
It increases the overall speed of your computer
It connects your computer to the Internet
12
What is another name for a USB adapter?
a dongle
a wireless network card
a GPU, or graphics processing unit
a power supply unit
13
Which of the following IS NOT a type of computer hardware?
Processor
Hard drive
Microsoft Windows
Keyboard
14
Which feature is being used in this image?
Wi-Fi
Webcam
Touchpad
USB port
15
What is a software?
any part of a computer that has a physical structure
clothing designed to be worn by computer users
flexible parts of a computer case
instructions that tell the hardware what to do
16
What does "GUI" stand for?
Gateway using intel
Good use iPhone
Global user index
Graphical user interface
17
When something is “in the cloud,” this means it’s stored…
remotely, on Internet servers
on a hotspot
on a web browser
on your computer's hard drive
18
The computer's main circuit board is called a ______?
motherboard
hard drive
Bluetooth card
monitor
19
What is an ethernet port used for?
connecting to the internet
creating new user accounts
Providing power to the computer
Connecting smartphones and other peripherals
20
Which operating system is MOST typically found on PC computers?
Linux
Windows
iOS
macOS
21
If your computer is sluggish when you have several programs open, this could be a sign that…
it doesn't have a network card
the hard rive can only store software, but not other documents and files
static electricity is building up
it doesn't have enough RAM
22
AC adapters are interchangeable; in other words, they can be paired with different laptop brands
False
True
23
What is the main function of a computer case?
to display text and images on the screen
to contain the main parts of the computer
to control the pointer by making a drawing motion
to allow you to point to objects on the screen
24
You cannot get a computer virus if you install antivirus software
False
True
25
What is Wi-Fi?
A type of software that scans for viruses
A type of sound card
A type of wireless network
An extra-wide computer case used by servers

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