Matching
Match each term in the second column with its correct definition in the first column by writing the letter of the term on the blank line in front of the correct definition.
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Computer programs. |
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Application software |
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Programs that enable you to accomplish the tasks and use the computer in a productive manner. |
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Computer |
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Two or more computers connected together to enable resource sharing. |
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Computer network |
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Used to manage network resources, this type of computer can be dedicated to a specific task. |
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Console/system unit |
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Floppy disks use this type of storage media. |
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CPU |
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The layout or design/arrangement of computers connected to a network. |
F |
Hardware |
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Peripheral devices use this to attach to the computer. |
G |
Magnetic |
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An electronic system that contains input, processing, output, and storage units. |
H |
Memory (RAM) |
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The physical components of a computer system. |
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Motherboard/system board |
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Hardware connected outside the main computer system unit. |
J |
Peripherals |
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The hardware unit that contains the CPU, memory, hard disk, and power supply. |
K |
Ports |
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The unit that contains the circuitry that enables a computer system to operate. |
L |
Server |
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The temporary storage available inside the computer. |
M |
Software |
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The processing unit. |
N |
Spyware |
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Threatens privacy. |
O |
Topography |
Fill in the Blank
Write the correct answer in the space provided.
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Used to perform complex, dedicated tasks, the __________ is the fastest and most expensive computer. |
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The four basic functions of a computer are __________, __________, __________, and __________. |
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Someone with the basic skills and knowledge of a responsible computer user is considered to be computer __________. |
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Personal digital assistants (PDAs) are also known as __________ computers. |
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__________ is data that has been processed and presented in an organized format. |
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The control unit and the arithmetic logic unit are located in the __________. |
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__________ measures how quickly the CPU processes data. |
8. |
An object connected to a network is known as a(n) __________. |
9. |
A(n) __________ network is often found in homes and allows each node to communicate with all the others. |
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A(n) __________ records system settings and can be used to rollback a system to an earlier date in case a software installation has unexpected results. |
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When information is displayed on a monitor it is known as __________ copy. |
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The number of pixels displayed on the screen determines a monitor's __________. |
13. |
__________ printers use a drum and toner in the printing process. |
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The quality of a printed page is measured in dpi, which is an acronym for __________. |
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The point-and-click format that modern operating systems use is called a(n) __________. |
Multiple Choice
Circle the letter of the item that correctly answers the question.
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Which of the following requires one byte of storage?
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Which of the following terms represents the fastest computer speed?
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3. |
Which of the following is not an input device?
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4. |
Which of the following is an example of optical storage?
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5. |
Which of the following is not a type of computer?
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6. |
Before a computer can process data, where must it be stored?
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7. |
What term, related to computers, means billions?
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8. |
Which of the following is not a type of microcomputer?
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9. |
Which of the following can make a computer invisible to hackers?
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10. |
Which of the following is capable of opening a "back door" on a computer and is able to spread without human interaction?
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Word 2003 |
Windows XP
Outlook 2003
Internet Explorer
Computer Concepts
Word 2003
Chapter One. Creating Documents with Microsoft Word 2003
Chapter Two. Formatting and Organizing Text
Chapter Three. Using Graphics and Tables
Chapter Four. Using Special Document Formats, Columns, and Mail Merge
Excel 2003
Chapter One. Creating a Worksheet and Charting Data
Chapter Two. Designing Effective Worksheets
Chapter Three. Using Functions and Data Tables
Access 2003
Chapter One. Getting Started with Access Databases and Tables
Chapter Two. Sort, Filter, and Query a Database
Chapter Three. Forms and Reports
Powerpoint 2003
Chapter One. Getting Started with PowerPoint 2003
Chapter Two. Creating a Presentation
Chapter Three. Formatting a Presentation
Integrated Projects
Chapter One. Using Access Data with Other Office Applications
Chapter Two. Using Tables in Word and Excel
Chapter Three. Using Excel as a Data Source in a Mail Merge
Chapter Four. Linking Data in Office Documents
Chapter Five. Creating Presentation Content from Office Documents