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What was the original name of Google's search engine?
What was the original name of Google's search engine?
- BackRub (correct)
- Googleplex
- Goggle
- InfoFinder
What does the name 'Google' refer to?
What does the name 'Google' refer to?
- A programming language
- A type of search function
- A computer algorithm
- A mathematical term for 1 followed by 100 zeros (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a company or service developed by Google?
Which of the following is NOT a company or service developed by Google?
- Facebook (correct)
- Google Maps
- Gmail
- Google Books
How frequently has Google been acquiring companies since 2010?
How frequently has Google been acquiring companies since 2010?
What was Google's estimated worth in 2019?
What was Google's estimated worth in 2019?
Who is recognized as the first computer programmer?
Who is recognized as the first computer programmer?
What did Alan Turing's paper on computable numbers demonstrate?
What did Alan Turing's paper on computable numbers demonstrate?
What was the primary purpose of the ASCC computer built by Howard Aiken?
What was the primary purpose of the ASCC computer built by Howard Aiken?
Which programming language did Dr. Grace Murray Hopper invent?
Which programming language did Dr. Grace Murray Hopper invent?
What significant invention did Jack Kilby create in 1959?
What significant invention did Jack Kilby create in 1959?
What did Howard Aiken's ASCC computer primarily employ to represent data?
What did Howard Aiken's ASCC computer primarily employ to represent data?
What became a significant part of Dr. Grace Hopper’s contributions to computing?
What became a significant part of Dr. Grace Hopper’s contributions to computing?
At what age did Bill Gates develop an interest in programming?
At what age did Bill Gates develop an interest in programming?
What was the original meaning of the term 'computer'?
What was the original meaning of the term 'computer'?
Which mathematician invented logarithms to aid in calculations?
Which mathematician invented logarithms to aid in calculations?
What invention is Blaise Pascal known for?
What invention is Blaise Pascal known for?
What did Joseph-Marie Jacquard's invention control using punched cards?
What did Joseph-Marie Jacquard's invention control using punched cards?
What was the primary purpose of the calculations performed by early computers?
What was the primary purpose of the calculations performed by early computers?
Who designed the Difference Engine and the Analytical Engine?
Who designed the Difference Engine and the Analytical Engine?
Which of the following abilities did the Stepped Reckoner have?
Which of the following abilities did the Stepped Reckoner have?
What is a significant contribution of Lady Augusta Ada?
What is a significant contribution of Lady Augusta Ada?
What is the first step in creating a document in Word?
What is the first step in creating a document in Word?
Which tab should you select to add a picture to your Word document?
Which tab should you select to add a picture to your Word document?
How can you save files to the cloud in Word?
How can you save files to the cloud in Word?
What is the purpose of applying styles in a Word document?
What is the purpose of applying styles in a Word document?
Which of the following actions can you perform from the Insert tab?
Which of the following actions can you perform from the Insert tab?
What should you do first to insert a table in your Word document?
What should you do first to insert a table in your Word document?
Which option allows you to further customize your styles if the desired style is not visible?
Which option allows you to further customize your styles if the desired style is not visible?
What is a suggested practice when saving documents meant for work?
What is a suggested practice when saving documents meant for work?
What is the primary function of Microsoft Excel?
What is the primary function of Microsoft Excel?
Which of the following best describes a cell in Excel?
Which of the following best describes a cell in Excel?
Which feature in Excel provides quick access to commonly used tools?
Which feature in Excel provides quick access to commonly used tools?
How many worksheets are included in a new Excel workbook by default?
How many worksheets are included in a new Excel workbook by default?
What type of data is a 'Label' in Excel?
What type of data is a 'Label' in Excel?
What is the purpose of the Formula Bar in Excel?
What is the purpose of the Formula Bar in Excel?
What does the Name Box in Excel display?
What does the Name Box in Excel display?
What characterizes the active cell in an Excel worksheet?
What characterizes the active cell in an Excel worksheet?
Study Notes
History of Computers
- The term "computer" originally referred to a job role filled by individuals, often women, performing computations manually.
- Early calculations were focused on mathematical tables, bomb trajectories, and rocketry.
Key Figures in the History of Computing
- John Napier: Invented logarithms, facilitating complex calculations with lookup tables.
- Blaise Pascal: Created the first calculator in 1645 for tax collection, capable of addition and subtraction through rotating dials.
- Gottfried Wilhelm von Leibnitz: Invented the "Stepped Reckoner" in 1674, a machine able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
- Joseph-Marie Jacquard: Developed the use of punched cards to control looms, influencing future data processing methods.
- Charles Babbage: Designed the "Difference Engine" and "Analytical Engine," foundational to modern computers; the Difference Engine was never completely built.
- Lady Augusta Ada Byron: A mathematician and Babbage's collaborator, recognized as the first computer programmer for her work on algorithms for Babbage’s machines.
- Alan Turing: Authored "On Computable Numbers," showing machines could process binary data for problem-solving.
- John Vincent Atanasoff: Created the ABC, the first digital computer, processing data in binary (1s and 0s).
- Howard Aiken: Developed the ASCC (Automatic Sequence Controlled Calculator) with IBM, using mechanical relays.
- Dr. Grace Murray Hopper: Contributed to the ASCC project, invented the COBOL programming language, and coined the term "debugging."
- Jack Kilby: Invented the first integrated circuit in 1959, making computers smaller and more efficient.
- Bill Gates: Became interested in programming at a young age, later co-founding Microsoft.
- Larry Page and Sergey Brin: Created Google, initially a search engine called "BackRub," and transformed it into a tech giant with numerous services and acquisitions.
Google's Development
- Google evolved from a small startup to one of the largest companies globally, expanding services like Gmail, Google Maps, and Google Books.
- Since 2010, Google has been acquiring a company per week, including YouTube and Android.
- As of 2019, Google's estimated valuation was $927 billion.
Microsoft Word Features
- Users can add and format text, insert various elements (pictures, tables, shapes), and save files efficiently to the cloud for collaboration.
Microsoft Excel Overview
- Used for organizing data, performing financial analysis, and various business functions like accounting, charting, programming, and task management.
- Consists of worksheets, each made of rows and columns, with features such as active cells, cell references, and a formula bar for data entry.
Types of Data in Excel
- Label: Text descriptions aligned left; non-calculative.
- Value: Numeric data aligned right; used in calculations.
- Formula: Equations or expressions that compute values based on data in cells.
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Description
This quiz covers the foundational concepts of computers, tracing their historical evolution from human calculators to electronic machines. Key lessons emphasize the significance of early computers and their roles in mathematics. Perfect for those looking to understand the basics of computer history.
