Computer Basics

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Electronic instructions that tell the computer what to do:

How many bytes are in a bit?

Uses one or more pens to draw lines to print graphs, charts, and other documents.

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

Saving to the cloud, means it's stored on the Internet instead of on your cpu's hard drive.

Lets you add new features to a computer

Helps to prevent computer viruses:

Sets rules for how computer hardware and application software work together. Example: Windows

The primary storage device

Computer that serves up information to other computers on a network.

A socket at the back of a computer where you plug in hardware

Which is the larger byte?

You must purchase Internet from a(n)____________

The main circuit board of a computer

All Mac computers are made by which company:

We use Mac OS X operating system in our computer labs

Banks used this type of computer

When cleaning the monitor, spray cleaner directly on the screen.

Converts words into speech. People unable to speak use these.

What is Wi-Fi?

You cannot get a computer virus if you install antivirus software.

Can only simulate lines by printing a series of dots to print pictures and words

Windows, OS X, and Linux are examples of:

If an application is frozen, what troubleshooting strategy may fix the problem:

What color is the end of a VGA cable? Hint: it connects the monitor to the computer.

Word, Chrome, iTunes, Photostory are examples of:

The physical parts of the computer are called:

The primary hardware needed to connect to the Internet is:

Determines how many programs your computer can run at one time