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What is the primary function of storage media?
What is the primary function of storage media?
- To connect different computer components
- To hold data, instructions, and information for future use (correct)
- To display visual and graphical output
- To perform calculations and data processing
Which of the following best describes a storage device?
Which of the following best describes a storage device?
- It records and retrieves items to and from storage media. (correct)
- It is primarily used for internet connectivity.
- It only holds physical items.
- It processes data for output display.
Which characteristic is NOT true for a USB flash drive?
Which characteristic is NOT true for a USB flash drive?
- It can hold about 500 million characters.
- It is large and bulky in size. (correct)
- It can be transported on a keychain or in a pocket.
- It is a portable storage device.
What does a USB flash drive typically allow users to do?
What does a USB flash drive typically allow users to do?
What type of material is referred to as storage media?
What type of material is referred to as storage media?
How does a storage device primarily interact with storage media?
How does a storage device primarily interact with storage media?
What advantage does a USB flash drive have over traditional hard disks?
What advantage does a USB flash drive have over traditional hard disks?
Which of the following statements about storage media is incorrect?
Which of the following statements about storage media is incorrect?
What operating system is typically used by Apple Macintosh computers?
What operating system is typically used by Apple Macintosh computers?
Which of the following best describes a notebook computer?
Which of the following best describes a notebook computer?
What feature distinguishes a Tablet PC from other types of computers?
What feature distinguishes a Tablet PC from other types of computers?
What is a characteristic of mobile devices?
What is a characteristic of mobile devices?
What is the primary function of a personal digital assistant (PDA)?
What is the primary function of a personal digital assistant (PDA)?
What defines a smartphone?
What defines a smartphone?
Which of the following is true about handheld computers?
Which of the following is true about handheld computers?
What best describes game consoles?
What best describes game consoles?
What is a podcast?
What is a podcast?
What generally composes a webpage?
What generally composes a webpage?
Which of the following describes a blog?
Which of the following describes a blog?
What is NOT typically available on the Internet?
What is NOT typically available on the Internet?
How can information on a website be shared?
How can information on a website be shared?
What can a photo sharing website feature?
What can a photo sharing website feature?
What characterizes a website dedicated to social networking?
What characterizes a website dedicated to social networking?
Which of the following is NOT a category of computer applications in society?
Which of the following is NOT a category of computer applications in society?
What is the primary purpose of hyperlinks on a webpage?
What is the primary purpose of hyperlinks on a webpage?
In which area are computer applications used to enhance productivity and reduce costs?
In which area are computer applications used to enhance productivity and reduce costs?
How are web pages typically structured?
How are web pages typically structured?
Which of the following is an example of computer software?
Which of the following is an example of computer software?
What is a common feature of most web pages?
What is a common feature of most web pages?
What component of a computer is primarily responsible for processing data?
What component of a computer is primarily responsible for processing data?
Which of the following computer applications is most closely associated with managing resources and inventory?
Which of the following computer applications is most closely associated with managing resources and inventory?
Which describes a key advantage of using computers in finance?
Which describes a key advantage of using computers in finance?
What is a common application of computer technology in the health care sector?
What is a common application of computer technology in the health care sector?
What is the main purpose of network applications in society?
What is the main purpose of network applications in society?
What is the primary function of system software?
What is the primary function of system software?
Which of the following best describes a graphical user interface (GUI)?
Which of the following best describes a graphical user interface (GUI)?
What do utility programs primarily help users with?
What do utility programs primarily help users with?
What role does an operating system (OS) fulfill?
What role does an operating system (OS) fulfill?
Which of the following is NOT typically a function of application software?
Which of the following is NOT typically a function of application software?
How does system software differ from application software?
How does system software differ from application software?
What component allows users to enter data and instructions in a GUI?
What component allows users to enter data and instructions in a GUI?
What is one of the key benefits of using a graphical user interface?
What is one of the key benefits of using a graphical user interface?
Why is an operating system critical for a computer?
Why is an operating system critical for a computer?
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Study Notes
What is Storage?
- Holds data, instructions, and information
- Physical material on which data, instructions, and information are stored
- A storage device records and retrieves items to and from storage media
USB Flash drive
- Portable storage device
- Small and lightweight
- Holds about 500 million characters
Hard disk
- Billions of documents or web pages available to anyone connected to the internet
- Can share information on a social networking website
- Web pages contain text, graphic, audio, video, and links to other web pages
Software
- Series of instructions that tell the computer what to do and how to do it.
- Also called a program
Graphical User Interface (GUI)
- Allows you to interact with the software using text, graphics, and visual images
- Controls how you enter data and instructions and how the screen displays information
System software
- Programs that control or maintain the operations of a computer and its devices
- An operating system (OS) is a set of programs that coordinates all activities among computer hardware devices, other programs, and users
- Utility Programs allow the user to perform maintenance tasks
Application software
- Programs designed to help users perform specific tasks
- PC's and compatibles use the Windows operating system
- Apple Macintosh usually uses the Macintosh operating system (Mac OS X)
Desktop computer
- Designed so all components fit entirely on or under a desk or table
Notebook computer
- Portable and small enough to fit on your lap
- Also called a laptop computer
- More expensive than desktop computers with equal capabilities
Tablet PC
- Resembles a letter-sized slate
- Allows you to write on the screen using a digital pen
- Especially useful for taking notes
Mobile devices
- Small enough to carry in a pocket
- Internet-enabled telephone is also called a "smartphone"
Handheld computer
- Small enough to fit in one hand
- Used by mobile employees such as meter readers and delivery people
Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)
- Provides personal organizer functions: calendar, appointment book, address book, calculator, notepad
- PDA capabilities are often included in smart phones
Game Consoles
- Used to play video games
Examples of Computer Applications in Society
- Education
- Finance
- Government
- Health Care
- Science
- Publishing
- Travel
- Manufacturing
Basic Computer Concepts
- The term "computer"
- Uses of the internet
- Computer software
- Components of a computer
- Types of computers
- Advantages and disadvantages of using computers
- The purpose of a network
- Computer applications in society
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