ICOM Flashcards

1
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is an electronic machine that uses binary data to automatically perform calculations.

A

Computing Device

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2
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is a computing device designed to be used by one person at a time.

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PERSONAL COMPUTER - or PC

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3
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is a computing device designed to be placed on or near a user’s desk.

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DESKTOP COMPUTER

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4
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is a complete computer system that is small, compact, lightweight, and portable

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LAPTOP COMPUTER

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5
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mobile devices that fall into the tablet PC category range in size from larger tablets that look like a traditional laptop but have a touchscreen to small notebook-sized mobile devices that operate similarly to a smartphone.

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TABLETS

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6
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are high-end mobile devices that provide users with a wide range of functions, such as: portable media players, video cameras, GPS, high-resolution touchscreens, high-speed Wi-Fi, web browsers, and mobile broadband, along with phone service.

A

SMARTPHONES

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7
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is a network computer that shares resources with and responds to requests from computers, devices, and other servers on the network.

A

SERVER

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8
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is the fastest and the most expensive computer among all types of computers.

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SUPER COMPUTER

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9
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is a large computer that might serve a large organization. It is used to process and store information for many users at once; therefore, it requires much more processing power and storage capacity than other computers. Users access the mainframe through terminals.

A

MAINFRAMES

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10
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Dedicated gaming devices. Such as Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo consoles designed for gaming and multimedia.

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Gaming Consoles

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11
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are specialized computing systems designed to perform dedicated functions or tasks within a larger mechanical or electrical system.

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Embedded Systems

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12
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Basic handheld devices used for mathematical calculations.

A

Calculators

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13
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Stand-alone computers used for self-service applications, like ticketing machines and information kiosks.

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Kiosks

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14
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Some modern smart TVs have advanced computing capabilities, including app support and web browsing.

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Televisions

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15
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is a mobile hand-held device that provides computing, information storage, and information retrieval capabilities for personal or business use. _____ are primarily used for keeping schedules, calendars, and address book information handy.

A

Personal digital assistant (PDA)

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16
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acts as the backbone for the entire computer system. Sometimes called the system board or mainboard,

A

Mother Board

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17
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It is a computer chip where most of the computing calculations take place.

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Central Processing Unit

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18
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Memory is the component that provides the workspace for a processor.

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Random Access Memory

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19
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also commonly referred to as a “graphics card,” is a specialized electronic circuit designed to accelerate the rendering of images and video on a computer’s display.

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Graphical Processing Unit(PSU)

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20
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provides network connectivity, allowing the computer to connect to local networks or the internet.

A

Network Interface Card (NIC)

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21
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are used for reading and writing optical. discs.

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Optical Drive

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22
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is a metal box in the rear of the system unit that is attached to the computer chassis and to the system board

contains the power cord plug and a fan for cooling because it generates a great deal of heat.

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Power Supplies

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23
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An expansion card is a printed circuit board that you install into a slot on the computer’s system board to expand the functionality of the computer.

A

Expansion Slot

24
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computers get very hot when they are running. For this reason, there are a number of cooling strategies employed within a computing device.

A

Cooling System

25
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Fans are located on: the power supply, the video card, and the CPU. In addition, you might have one or more fans built into the computer case.

A

Cooling fan

26
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Thermal conductivity of the liquid is higher than that of air, so the heat can be moved away from components more quickly than just relying on fans to move the air, and thus the heat, away from components.

A

Liquid Cooling

27
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transfers the heated air from the component to the fan (or liquid cooling system), which then moves the heated air out of the computer case, keeping the inside of the case and the components cooler.

A

Heat Sink

28
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is a hardware component or medium used to store, access, and retain digital data and files.

A

Storage Device

29
Q

Has consistently been the dominant smartphone operating system
worldwide, and it’s likely to continue its strong presence in 2023.

A

ANDROID

30
Q

It’s expected to remain
a significant player in the premium smartphone market, especially in regions with a
strong apple user base.

A

IOS

31
Q

expected to maintain its presence in feature phones and low-end
smartphones, particularly in emerging markets where affordability and simplicity are
key factors.

A

KAIOS

32
Q

Samsung has used ___ in some of its devices, including smartwatches and
smart tvs. It may continue to be relevant in these categories and possibly in some samsung smartphones

A

TIZEN

33
Q

developed by huawei

is expected to continue expanding its presence on huawei and honor devices, including smartphones
and other smart products.

A

HARMONYOS

34
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Based custom roms: while not an independent os, custom android roms like lineageos and paranoid android could maintain a following among enthusiasts who want to customize their devices fully.

A

Linux

35
Q

Used in data centers, these are designed
for heavy-duty computing tasks.

A

Rack Servers

36
Q

Resemble traditional desktop computers
but are optimized for server tasks

A

Tower Servers

37
Q

Compact servers designed to fit into a
blade chassis, allowing for efficient use of
space and resources.

A

Blade Servers

38
Q

is measured in small groups of data called

A

bytes

39
Q

requires a constant source of
electricity to keep track of the data stored in it.

A

RAM

40
Q

is a hardware component
that uses laser light or optical technology
to read and write data to optical discs.

A

optical drive

41
Q

Computer component that converts line voltage AC power
from an electrical outlet to the low-voltage direct current
(DC) power needed by system components.

A

power supply

42
Q

are metal, usually formed into ridges, and installed on
components.

A

heatsink

43
Q

Is a method of cooling electronic components, typically computer
CPUs and GPUs, using a liquid coolant or heat transfer fluid.

A

liquid cooling

44
Q

used for long-term data storage

A

hdd

45
Q

offer faster data access and are commonly
used as primary storage drives for the operating
system and applications

A

ssd

46
Q

is a portable storage device that connects to a computer via USB,
Thunderbolt, or other interfaces.
•It provides additional storage capacity for backing up data or transferring file

A

external hard drive

47
Q

are small, removable storage devices commonly used in cameras,
smartphones, and portable gaming consoles

A

memory cards

48
Q

also known as a thumb drive or memory stick, is a small, portable
storage device

A

usb flash drive

49
Q

services like Dropbox,
Google Drive, and iCloud store data on
remote servers accessed via the
internet

A

cloud storage

50
Q

specialized
networked storage solution that
connects to a local network.

A

Network attached storage (NAS)

51
Q

•They are used for distributing software, music, movies, and archiving data.

A

optical discs

52
Q

is the external display device that shows
the computer’s graphical user interface, applications,
and content. It is a primary output device.

A

monitor

53
Q

provides a physical input method
for typing, entering commands, and navigating the
computer.

A

keyboard

54
Q

allows users to
control the cursor on the screen, select objects,
and interact with the user interface

A

mouse

55
Q

provide audio output, allowing users to listen
to music, videos, and other multimedia content from the
computer.

A

speaker