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Which protocol is used to send emails?
Which protocol is used to send emails?
What type of software is an Operating System?
What type of software is an Operating System?
What is the primary function of Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)?
What is the primary function of Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)?
What type of memory is programmed at the time of manufacturing?
What type of memory is programmed at the time of manufacturing?
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What is the primary use of supercomputers?
What is the primary use of supercomputers?
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What is the purpose of the Windows settings file?
What is the purpose of the Windows settings file?
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What is the primary working memory used by a computer?
What is the primary working memory used by a computer?
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Which of the following is an input device in a computer?
Which of the following is an input device in a computer?
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What type of computer is used for high-speed complex operations?
What type of computer is used for high-speed complex operations?
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What is the process of verifying a login name and password called?
What is the process of verifying a login name and password called?
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What does an operating system NOT do?
What does an operating system NOT do?
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What is NOT a true statement about files?
What is NOT a true statement about files?
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What is the primary function of a Printer?
What is the primary function of a Printer?
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What is the term for a collection of 8 bits?
What is the term for a collection of 8 bits?
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What is the primary function of a Cache?
What is the primary function of a Cache?
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What is the most powerful type of computer?
What is the most powerful type of computer?
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What is the process of putting data into a storage location called?
What is the process of putting data into a storage location called?
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What is the term for the high-speed memory used in the computer?
What is the term for the high-speed memory used in the computer?
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Study Notes
Computer Basics
- The main working memory used by the computer is RAM (Random Access Memory).
- Keyboard is an input device in a computer.
Types of Computers
- Supercomputers are the fastest type of computer that can perform complex operations at very high speed.
- Mainframes are a type of computer that can perform complex operations at high speed.
Windows
- Windows can be resized and repositioned on the desktop.
- More than one window can be open at a time.
- Toolbars and scrollbars are features of windows.
Operating System
- The operating system manages memory and storage.
- The operating system enables users to perform tasks such as document editing.
- The operating system does not provide a command-driven environment.
Files and Folders
- Files should be organized in folders.
- Files can be generated from an application.
- A file is a collection of related pieces of information stored together for easy reference.
- Files are not stored in RAM.
Email and Networking
- SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) is the network protocol used to send Email.
Computer History
- The first email was sent in 1971.
- ENIAC (Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer) is one of the earliest computers.
Computer Components
- Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) performs arithmetic operations.
- RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of memory that allows computers to store data electronically.
- ROM (Read-Only Memory) is a type of memory that is programmed at the time it is manufactured.
- Cache is a high-speed memory used in computers.
- PROM (Programmable Read-Only Memory) is a type of memory that is non-volatile and may be written only once.
- EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) is a type of memory that is non-volatile and can be rewritten.
- EPROM (Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) is a type of memory that is non-volatile and can be rewritten.
Input/Output Devices
- Printer is a device primarily used to provide hardcopy.
- CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) is a type of display device.
- Console is a type of input/output device.
Memory and Storage
- A byte is a collection of 8 bits.
- LSI (Large-Scale Integration) chips are used for secondary storage.
- Magnetic cores were previously used for secondary storage.
- Magnetic tapes were previously used for primary memory.
Computer Types
- Mainframe computers are a type of computer that can perform complex operations at high speed.
- Microcomputers are a type of small computer.
- Supercomputers are the fastest type of computer that can perform complex operations at very high speed.
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Test your knowledge of computer basics with this quiz, covering topics such as Windows settings, network protocols, operating systems, and more. See how well you can answer these questions and improve your understanding of computer fundamentals. Get ready to learn and have fun!
