Chapter 3 - Computers, and Computer tools for teaching and learning Flashcards
The component of a personal computer system that controls the other components and manipulates information in various ways is the:
Processor
The display/monitor and printer are examples of computer:
Output devices
What term is commonly given to the user’s working memory in a computer system?
RAM
The general term for various computer programs that instruct the computer to perform particular tasks is:
Software
Microsoft Windows and MacOS are two examples of popular computer:
Systems software
Resolution is a factor when evaluating which part of a computer system for possible purchase?
Display screen
Expansion slots for add-in boards and space for extra memory chips represent an example of which category of consideration for evaluating a computer system for possible purchase?
System expandability
When purchasing a computer system, you might decide on ink jet or laser, which are two types of:
Printer
What should be your first step in trying to troubleshoot a computer problem?
Identify the Problem
When trying to troubleshoot a computer problem, one simple step that often resolves it is to:
Restart your computer
Suppose that you find you are unable to print a document that you created on your computer. When you try to print another document created on your computer, it prints successfully. What have you learned?
The problem is not a general printing problem
To avoid health-related problems that might result from computer use, you should:
Keep your elbows at about a 90° angle when typing
To ensure safe use of the computer, you should:
Install operating system upgrades regularly to patch vulnerabilities
Being safe online starts with your computer account password. What is not good password practice?
Write your password and tape it to your computer in case you forget it
hat term is often given to uses of the computer in education that function like a teacher does?
Computer-assisted instruction
Word processors, spreadsheets, and databases are examples of computer productivity tools that cause the computer to function as an:
Assistant
Which type of software would you associate with the use of the computer as a teacher?
Educational tutorial
A computer program designed for composing and editing text is a:
Word processing program
A popular computer program for creating and editing graphics is:
Adobe Photoshop
In a computerized database, a record is an:
Collection of all fields corresponding to a single individual or entry
A computer productivity application that uses a grid format and supports various types of calculations is a:
Spreadsheet
Microsoft PowerPoint and Apple Keynote are examples of what kind of software application?
Presentation Package
