Computer Science Basics
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What is a device that allows a computer to connect to the internet?

  • NIC card
  • Joystick
  • Modem (correct)
  • CD drive

    • What is a program in execution called?

  • Process (correct)
  • Instruction
  • Procedure
  • Function

    • What is a type of code that uses bars or lines of varying widths or lengths that are computer readable?

  • Bar code (correct)
  • OCR scanner
  • Magnetic tape
  • ASCII code

    • What is a group of eight bits called?

    <p>Byte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a device that reads barcodes and other printed materials?

    <p>Scanner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a small group of computers and peripherals linked together in a small geographic area called?

    <p>LAN</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of an operating system?

    <p>Managing hardware and software resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the box that contains the central electronic components of the computer?

    <p>System Unit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the device that helps protect your computer from viruses, malware, and other security threats?

    <p>Antivirus software</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the unit that performs all the logic and mathematical calculations done by the computer?

    <p>Central processing unit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When you cut or copy information, where does it get placed?

    <p>Clipboard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three basic categories of physical equipment that make up microcomputer hardware?

    <p>System unit, input/output, secondary storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Input Unit in a computer?

    <p>To convert user input into a computer understandable format</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the full form of CPU?

    <p>Central Processing Unit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following devices is responsible for communication between a computer and the outer world?

    <p>I/O</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a hardware component?

    <p>CPU</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of software is designed to control the operations of a computer?

    <p>System Software</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an input device?

    <p>Keyboard</p> Signup and view all the answers

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