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Which of these options describes the ENIAC computer?
Which of these options describes the ENIAC computer?
- Invented by Apple in 1984
- Weighed 50 tons and used 18,000 vacuum tubes (correct)
- Designed for personal use
- The first computer used in the White House
What is a key characteristic of a computer, according to its definition?
What is a key characteristic of a computer, according to its definition?
- Its use of mechanical components exclusively
- Its inability to process complex operations
- Its reliance on human intervention for calculations
- Its ability to store and retrieve vast amounts of data (correct)
What was the defining technology of the first generation of computers (1950-1959)?
What was the defining technology of the first generation of computers (1950-1959)?
- Vacuum tubes (correct)
- Microprocessors
- Transistors
- Integrated circuits
What advancement is characteristic of the second generation of computers (1959-1965)?
What advancement is characteristic of the second generation of computers (1959-1965)?
Which technology defines the third generation of computers (1965-1975)?
Which technology defines the third generation of computers (1965-1975)?
Which of these options is the technology associated with the fourth generation of computers (1975-1980)?
Which of these options is the technology associated with the fourth generation of computers (1975-1980)?
Which of the following best describes the defining characteristic of the fifth generation of computers?
Which of the following best describes the defining characteristic of the fifth generation of computers?
What is a supercomputer primarily known for?
What is a supercomputer primarily known for?
In what setting are mainframe computers typically used?
In what setting are mainframe computers typically used?
What distinguishes a micro-computer from other types of computers?
What distinguishes a micro-computer from other types of computers?
Which of these options represents a device that combines features of a computer, a media player, and a camera?
Which of these options represents a device that combines features of a computer, a media player, and a camera?
What is the primary function of the CPU (Central Processing Unit)?
What is the primary function of the CPU (Central Processing Unit)?
What is the role of the Control Unit within the CPU?
What is the role of the Control Unit within the CPU?
What happens to the data stored in RAM (Random Access Memory) when the computer is turned off?
What happens to the data stored in RAM (Random Access Memory) when the computer is turned off?
Which characteristic is associated with Read Only Memory (ROM)?
Which characteristic is associated with Read Only Memory (ROM)?
Which input device allows users to select icons and give commands?
Which input device allows users to select icons and give commands?
What is the primary function of a keyboard?
What is the primary function of a keyboard?
What is the purpose of a scanner?
What is the purpose of a scanner?
What is the function of output devices?
What is the function of output devices?
Which of the following is an example of an output device?
Which of the following is an example of an output device?
Which storage device is characterized by its large storage capacity and is typically installed inside the computer?
Which storage device is characterized by its large storage capacity and is typically installed inside the computer?
Which of the following has generally replaced the floppy disk?
Which of the following has generally replaced the floppy disk?
Which statement describes how computers use the binary digit system?
Which statement describes how computers use the binary digit system?
What is a 'byte' in the context of data representation?
What is a 'byte' in the context of data representation?
Which of these options is a use of a computer network?
Which of these options is a use of a computer network?
What is the purpose of a server in a network?
What is the purpose of a server in a network?
What does LAN stand for?
What does LAN stand for?
What is a key characteristic of a local area network (LAN)?
What is a key characteristic of a local area network (LAN)?
What is the primary function of a 'web browser'?
What is the primary function of a 'web browser'?
Which option reflects the role of a web browser?
Which option reflects the role of a web browser?
When typing a website address, what does 'HTTP' usually stand for?
When typing a website address, what does 'HTTP' usually stand for?
What does the acronym 'URL' stand for?
What does the acronym 'URL' stand for?
What function does the protocol component ('http://' or 'https://') serve in a URL?
What function does the protocol component ('http://' or 'https://') serve in a URL?
Which is a common top-level domain used for commercial sites?
Which is a common top-level domain used for commercial sites?
What type of website is often associated with the '.edu' domain?
What type of website is often associated with the '.edu' domain?
The '.gov' domain is typically used for which type of entities?
The '.gov' domain is typically used for which type of entities?
Typically, which type of organization uses the '.org' domain?
Typically, which type of organization uses the '.org' domain?
What statement best describes the 'Star Topology' network configuration?
What statement best describes the 'Star Topology' network configuration?
In a Ring Topology network, how is data transmitted if one connection fails?
In a Ring Topology network, how is data transmitted if one connection fails?
Which characteristic describes 'Bus Topology' networks?
Which characteristic describes 'Bus Topology' networks?
Which of these options is the original purpose of the Internet?
Which of these options is the original purpose of the Internet?
What is the World Wide Web (WWW)?
What is the World Wide Web (WWW)?
Which of these options describes E-mail?
Which of these options describes E-mail?
Which of the following is characteristic of the computers developed during the first generation (1950-1959)?
Which of the following is characteristic of the computers developed during the first generation (1950-1959)?
Why were first-generation computers primarily used by specialists in large companies?
Why were first-generation computers primarily used by specialists in large companies?
What notable change characterized the second generation of computers (1959-1965)?
What notable change characterized the second generation of computers (1959-1965)?
Which programming languages became accessible for specialists to use during the second generation of computers?
Which programming languages became accessible for specialists to use during the second generation of computers?
What key feature defined the third generation of computers?
What key feature defined the third generation of computers?
What product was developed during the third generation of computing?
What product was developed during the third generation of computing?
A key development characterized the fourth generation of computers, that allowed them to become smaller with greater possibility for data storage , what was the key development?
A key development characterized the fourth generation of computers, that allowed them to become smaller with greater possibility for data storage , what was the key development?
What significant product emerged from the collaboration between Philips and Sony during the era of the fourth generation of computers?
What significant product emerged from the collaboration between Philips and Sony during the era of the fourth generation of computers?
Which of the following developments is most characteristic of the fifth generation of computers?
Which of the following developments is most characteristic of the fifth generation of computers?
Which of the following appeared during the fifth generation of computers?
Which of the following appeared during the fifth generation of computers?
Which of the following features is most indicative of supercomputers?
Which of the following features is most indicative of supercomputers?
What application is most likely to require the use of a supercomputer?
What application is most likely to require the use of a supercomputer?
What characteristic is typically associated with mainframe computers?
What characteristic is typically associated with mainframe computers?
What capability is most indicative of a mainframe computer?
What capability is most indicative of a mainframe computer?
Which of the following features best describes a minicomputer?
Which of the following features best describes a minicomputer?
Why are minicomputers not widely used today?
Why are minicomputers not widely used today?
What is a key characteristic of a microcomputer?
What is a key characteristic of a microcomputer?
What feature is characteristic of both a laptop and a notebook computer?
What feature is characteristic of both a laptop and a notebook computer?
What is the primary difference between notebook computers and laptops?
What is the primary difference between notebook computers and laptops?
How do tablets primarily differ from traditional computers in terms of data input?
How do tablets primarily differ from traditional computers in terms of data input?
Which component is considered the brain of the computer?
Which component is considered the brain of the computer?
What determines the overall performance of a CPU?
What determines the overall performance of a CPU?
What would be the result if the CPU was not connected to the Motherboard?
What would be the result if the CPU was not connected to the Motherboard?
What role does the Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU) serve within the CPU?
What role does the Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU) serve within the CPU?
What is the role of Registers in a computers CPU?
What is the role of Registers in a computers CPU?
What is the primary function of RAM in a computer system?
What is the primary function of RAM in a computer system?
What happens to the data stored in ROM when the computer loses electricity?
What happens to the data stored in ROM when the computer loses electricity?
What statement correctly describes a computer's use of binary?
What statement correctly describes a computer's use of binary?
How many bits are contained in a byte?
How many bits are contained in a byte?
When referring to the size or amount of space available what would be bigger?
When referring to the size or amount of space available what would be bigger?
Which of the following would be considered a physical part of a typical computer setup?
Which of the following would be considered a physical part of a typical computer setup?
What is the function of the 'Scanner'?
What is the function of the 'Scanner'?
What item could be used to enter information into a spreadsheet program?
What item could be used to enter information into a spreadsheet program?
What is the purpose of a plotter device?
What is the purpose of a plotter device?
Which storage medium is an example of flash memory?
Which storage medium is an example of flash memory?
Which of the following is an example of a network hardware component?
Which of the following is an example of a network hardware component?
Which factor is most likely to lead to wider adoption of computer networks?
Which factor is most likely to lead to wider adoption of computer networks?
What determines if a network is considered a LAN?
What determines if a network is considered a LAN?
What characterizes the WAN network?
What characterizes the WAN network?
In a star topology, what happens if the central hub fails?
In a star topology, what happens if the central hub fails?
Flashcards
What is a computer?
What is a computer?
An electronic device that receives, processes, stores, and outputs data.
What is computer science?
What is computer science?
The science and technology of designing, building, operating, and using computers.
What is RAM (Random Access Memory)?
What is RAM (Random Access Memory)?
Stores data temporarily for quick access by the CPU.
What is ROM (Read-Only Memory)?
What is ROM (Read-Only Memory)?
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What are input devices?
What are input devices?
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What are output devices?
What are output devices?
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What is the CPU?
What is the CPU?
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What is Hertz (Hz)?
What is Hertz (Hz)?
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What is GHz?
What is GHz?
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What is a Byte?
What is a Byte?
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What is a Kilobyte (KB)?
What is a Kilobyte (KB)?
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What is a Megabyte (MB)?
What is a Megabyte (MB)?
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What is a Gigabyte (GB)?
What is a Gigabyte (GB)?
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What is a Terabyte (TB)?
What is a Terabyte (TB)?
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What is a computer network?
What is a computer network?
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What is a server?
What is a server?
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What are workstations?
What are workstations?
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What are network interface cards (NICs)?
What are network interface cards (NICs)?
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What is a modem?
What is a modem?
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What are communication lines?
What are communication lines?
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What are routing units?
What are routing units?
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What is a LAN (Local Area Network)?
What is a LAN (Local Area Network)?
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What is a WAN (Wide Area Network)?
What is a WAN (Wide Area Network)?
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What is a Star Topology
What is a Star Topology
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What is a Ring Topology
What is a Ring Topology
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What is a Bus Topology
What is a Bus Topology
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What is the Internet?
What is the Internet?
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What are web browsers?
What are web browsers?
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What is a Uniform Resource Locator (URL)?
What is a Uniform Resource Locator (URL)?
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What is HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)?
What is HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)?
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What is HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure)?
What is HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure)?
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What is a .com domain?
What is a .com domain?
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What is a .edu domain?
What is a .edu domain?
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What is a .gov domain?
What is a .gov domain?
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What is a .net domain?
What is a .net domain?
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What is a .org domain?
What is a .org domain?
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What is num lock?
What is num lock?
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What are navigation keys?
What are navigation keys?
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What is the delete key?
What is the delete key?
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What is the space bar?
What is the space bar?
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First Generation Computers (1950-1959)
First Generation Computers (1950-1959)
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Second Generation Computers (1959-1965)
Second Generation Computers (1959-1965)
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Third Generation Computers (1965-1975)
Third Generation Computers (1965-1975)
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Fourth Generation Computers (1975-1980)
Fourth Generation Computers (1975-1980)
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Fifth Generation (1980-Present)
Fifth Generation (1980-Present)
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Supercomputer
Supercomputer
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Mainframe Computer
Mainframe Computer
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Minicomputer
Minicomputer
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Microcomputer
Microcomputer
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Control Computer
Control Computer
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Notebook
Notebook
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Workstation
Workstation
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Tablets and Smartphones
Tablets and Smartphones
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Hardware
Hardware
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Software
Software
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Basic Computer Functions
Basic Computer Functions
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Input Devices
Input Devices
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Output Devices
Output Devices
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Processing
Processing
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Storage
Storage
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Control Unit
Control Unit
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Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU)
Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU)
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Registers
Registers
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Computer Memory
Computer Memory
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RAM
RAM
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ROM
ROM
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Cache Memory
Cache Memory
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Computer Mouse
Computer Mouse
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Keyboard
Keyboard
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Digital Camera
Digital Camera
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Scanner
Scanner
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Webcam
Webcam
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Light Pen
Light Pen
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JoyStick
JoyStick
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Monitors
Monitors
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Computer Printer
Computer Printer
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Plotters
Plotters
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Computer Speakers
Computer Speakers
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Hard disk
Hard disk
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Flash Drive
Flash Drive
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Study Notes
Internet Addresses:
- Every website has a unique address so browsers can find it
- An address consists of 2 main parts
- The first part is the protocol: The communication standard ex. HTTP It directs connection from web browser over the internet
- Newer standard is HTTPS: a safer more secure way to transfer data via encryption
- The second part is the domain name, It indicates the destination spot that contains 2 components
- The first one is the website name
- The second one is the type of domain, with general standard guidelines
Domain Types
- Commercial (.com)
- Educational (.edu)
- Governmental (.gov)
- Network (.net)
- Organization (.org)
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