Computer Literacy Basics

The ability to use and understand computers and related technology.

The constant change and development of technology, like new gadgets and software.

The physical parts of a computer, such as the keyboard and monitor, as well as the programs that make it work.

How technology impacts the way we live, work, and interact with the world.

The process of creating a website that is visually appealing and easy to use.

P:\ Drive

Central Processing Unit

double click the folder

right click on the folder, select rename and type the new folder name

you didn't pay attention to where you saved the file

Windows Explorer

Your friend

select or highlight the text

your work will be lost when you close the program if you don't.

Ctrl-X

close the window

Hold down the Ctrl key and select the desired items

adware

files on your computer which contain instructions for the computer

Ctrl-V

Excel Spreadsheet

spyware

Ctrl-C

display help for the current application

Software, Application

Taskbar

icon

save information on the disc

save all files and restart

restart it

application software

Personal Computer

switch

Random Access Memory

display

Brain

Universal Serial Bus

Sound card

store information

printers, digital cameras or anything with USB ports

Modem

network card

A global network of interconnected computers

single left click

search engine

viewing web pages and clicking on hyperlinks

software application used for viewing web pages

bookmark

network

e-mail

High Five

printer

hardware

software

netiquette

Double-clicking on the folder icon will open it and reveal its contents.

Right-clicking on the folder, selecting 'Rename', and typing the new name will change its label.

It's likely you forgot where you saved the file because you didn't pay enough attention during the saving process.

Windows Explorer is specifically designed for navigating and viewing the contents of your hard drive.

Select or highlight the text before performing actions like copying, cutting, or pasting.

Saving your work to a file is crucial because closing the program without saving will erase all of your unsaved changes.

Ctrl-X is the keyboard shortcut that replaces the 'Cut' command, allowing you to move selected text or data.

Double-clicking in the top left corner of a window acts as a close button, similar to the 'X' button in the top right corner.

Holding down the Ctrl key while clicking allows you to select multiple items that are not next to each other in a list.

Adware is a type of software that displays advertisements on your computer, often without your consent.

Software refers to the set of instructions or programs stored on your computer that tell it what to do.

Ctrl-V is the keyboard shortcut that replaces the 'Paste' command, allowing you to insert copied text or data.

Excel Spreadsheet is a software program specifically designed for creating charts and manipulating financial data.

Spyware is a type of software that secretly collects personal information from your computer without your knowledge or consent.

Ctrl-C is the keyboard shortcut that replaces the 'Copy' command, allowing you to duplicate selected text or data.

Pressing F1 on your keyboard will open the help file specific to the currently running application.

The term 'computer program' is interchangeable with 'software' and 'application'.

The Taskbar is the bar at the bottom of your screen that houses the Start menu, quick launch icons, open programs, and system tray.

Icons are small pictures that represent files, folders, programs, or other items on your computer.

Burning a CD or DVD means to save or transfer information from your computer onto the disc.

Restarting your computer is often the solution when it freezes or stops working. Save your work before restarting!

Rebooting your computer means restarting it, effectively refreshing the system.

Mozilla Firefox, Notepad, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, Winamp, and Internet Explorer are all examples of software applications designed to perform specific tasks..

A switch is a device that connects multiple computers together, enabling them to share information and resources within a network.

RAM stands for Random Access Memory, a type of memory that stores data the computer is currently using.

The term 'display' is another name for a computer monitor, the screen that displays information.

The CPU, or Central Processing Unit, is often referred to as the 'brain' of the computer, carrying out all the computations and instructions.

USB stands for Universal Serial Bus, a standard interface for connecting various devices to computers.

The sound card is responsible for handling audio output and input on your computer, allowing speakers to play sound.

The hard drive is the primary storage device that stores the operating system, programs, and files on your computer.

USB ports on your computer allow you to connect a wide range of devices, such as printers, cameras, external drives, and more.

A modem is a device that converts digital data from your computer into analog signals that can travel over telephone lines.

A network adapter, also known as a network card, is a component that enables a computer to connect to a network.

The Internet is a vast global network of interconnected computers that allows communication and resource sharing worldwide.

A single left-click is generally used to activate a hyperlink, moving you to the linked website or document.

Google is an example of a search engine, a website that allows users to search for information online using keywords.

Surfing the internet refers to browsing websites, clicking on links, and exploring the vast world of online content.

A web browser is a software application that allows you to view and interact with webpages on the internet.

Bookmarks are a way to save the addresses of your favorite websites so you can easily access them later without having to type them in.

A network is a connection of two or more computers that can communicate and share resources with each other.

E-mail, short for 'electronic mail,' allows you to send and receive messages electronically over the internet.

A printer is the hardware component that outputs text and images from your computer onto paper.

Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system, including the keyboard, monitor, CPU, hard drive, and more.

Software refers to the programs or instructions that tell the computer what to do, including operating systems, applications, and drivers.

Netiquette is a set of unwritten rules for polite and respectful behavior while using the internet.