IC3 Session 1

Question 1

Input is the _______ step in the three-stage process.

Answer 1

first

Question 2

The ____ moves data, performs mathematic operations, makes decisions based on instructions, and directs the actions of hardware and software.

Answer 2

CPU

Question 3

The ________ is a computer chip which holds basic instructions and services in order to run basic hardware tests.

Answer 3

ROM BIOS

Question 4

The part of a computer that holds all programs and data while they are in use is called the _____.

Answer 4

RAM

Question 5

RAM stands for ____.

Answer 5

Random Access Memory

Question 6

8 bits make up ___ byte.

Answer 6

1

Question 7

A type of media used to store data which is read by a laser is called ______.

Answer 7

CD

Question 8

A _______ is a type of optical media that can only be written to once.

Answer 8

CD-R, DVD-R

Question 9

SAN, Google Docs, and Network drive are all examples of ________ storage.

Answer 9

remote

Question 10

Example of input devices

Answer 10

scanner, keyboard, touch screen, game controller

Question 11

Manual and plug-and-play are the two main basic installation methods for ______ device.

Answer 11

input/output

Question 12

When deciding which type of computer to purchase, a buyer should first consider _______.

Answer 12

purpose

Question 13

A user may utilize the __________ option to return to a previous state on the computer.

Answer 13

back-up data

Question 14

The Free up Disk Space option is located in the __________ category of the Control Panel.

Answer 14

Administrative Tools

Question 15

_________ maintenance includes changing the ink cartridge, clearing paper jams, and aligning printer heads.

Answer 15

Hardware

Question 16

Software called an _______ tells the hardware how to interact with the user and the software.

Answer 16

operating system

Question 17

The ________ software performs tasks, such as games, to office productivity and beyond.

Answer 17

application

Question 18

The _____ is usually included with standalone software and informs a user how the software can be used legally.

Answer 18

EULA

Question 19

_______ is software that is free to use.

Answer 19

freeware

Question 20

________ software encourages developers to improve upon and add to it.

Answer 20

Open Source

Question 21

________operating system responds to events currently occurring.

Answer 21

MAC, WINDOWS, LINUS–Real Time operating systems

Question 22

The Start button is more recently referred to as the Start ____ by Microsoft.

Answer 22

orb

Question 23

The ______ gives access to programs or files on the computer.

Answer 23

Start orb

Question 24

The minimize button in a window or application sends that window or application to the ________.

Answer 24

task bar

Question 25

The bright red X at the top of a window or application is the ______ button.

Answer 25

close

Question 26

When a _______ is deleted, the original application, folder, or file is not deleted.

Answer 26

shortcut

Question 27

Show hidden files and folders, Hide extensions for known file types, and Hide protected operating systme files are all options available in the _______ dialog box.

Answer 27

folder options; folder-search-options

Question 28

Windows help and support option is located in the ____ menu.

Answer 28

Start

Question 29

The ______ shows all the programs, files, and applications open or in use.

Answer 29

task bar

Question 30

The majority of the technical and maintenance settings are located in the ________ on a Windows computer.

Answer 30

control panel

Question 31

Options dealing with powering down a Windows computer.

Answer 31

Lock, sleep, switch users, restart, log off, hybernate

Question 32

Applications can be installed directly from the _____.

Answer 32

internet (cd)

Question 33

Finder viewing options for Mac.

Answer 33

List, columns, and thumbnails

Question 34

A bright spot under the application icon appears in teh dock to indicate that an application is currently running on a ____ computer.

Answer 34

MAC

Question 35

The majority of the technical and maintenance settings are located in ________ on a Mac computer.

Answer 35

system preferences

Question 36

A file type must be associated with the correct application in order to _____.

Answer 36

open

Question 37

A group of different applications that work together is called a ______.

Answer 37

suite

Question 38

Type of Office Productivity Suites

Answer 38

Word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software

Question 39

_______ is the presentation software in the Microsoft Office suite

Answer 39

Power Point

Question 40

A database is a type of software that stores information in structure tables that can _______ and ______ with each other.

Answer 40

interact, connect

Question 41

The browser allows a user to view content on the ____.

Answer 41

internet

Question 42

The third stage of the computing process, in which the computer produces a result based on the user's request.

Answer 42

output

Question 43

An operating system that reacts to current events and actions occurring around it.

Answer 43

real time operating system

Question 44

A version of a software application available for free use with limited features or for a trial period.

Answer 44

shareware

Question 45

Software that is free to use.

Answer 45

freeware

Question 46

A document associated with a standalone software program which explains the legal regulations for using the software.

Answer 46

EULA

Question 47

EULA

Answer 47

end-user license agreement

Question 48

A type of software that is downloaded or installed and runs independently on a computer.

Answer 48

stand alone software

Question 49

An application that is not installed locally but used over the internet or another network.

Answer 49

open source software

Question 50

The second stage of the computing process, in which the computer analyzes information input by the user.

Answer 50

processing

Question 51

A memory chip in a computer which holds all programs and data when they are in use.

Answer 51

RAM

Question 52

RAM

Answer 52

Random Access Memory

Question 53

The first stage of the computing process, in which a user initiating an action by giving the computer information or a request.

Answer 53

input

Question 54

The main component of a computer which performs mathematical operations, moves data, and makes decisions based on specific instructions.

Answer 54

CPU

Question 55

A type of media used to store data which is read by a laser, such as a CD or DVD.

Answer 55

optical media

Question 56

The primary form of software running on a computer that organizes tiles and folders as well as telling the hardware how to interact with the user and other software.

Answer 56

OS - Operating system

Question 57

An operating system that combines processors and software in a device.

Answer 57

embedded system

Question 58

A computer chip which holds basic instructions and services in order to run basic hardware tests.

Answer 58

rom bios

Question 59

The primary storage component of a computer which holds all software and data.

Answer 59

hard drive