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Which of the following is not a type of input device?
Which of the following is not a type of input device?
Which type of printer is known for high-quality color prints but is also considered affordable?
Which type of printer is known for high-quality color prints but is also considered affordable?
What is a characteristic of laser printers compared to inkjet printers?
What is a characteristic of laser printers compared to inkjet printers?
Which of the following input devices is specifically popular for capturing sound?
Which of the following input devices is specifically popular for capturing sound?
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Which output device is primarily used for audio playback?
Which output device is primarily used for audio playback?
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What feature distinguishes all-in-one printers from standard printers?
What feature distinguishes all-in-one printers from standard printers?
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Which term describes a device that allows input through direct touch?
Which term describes a device that allows input through direct touch?
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Which of the following would likely be an issue with using earbuds at excessive volumes?
Which of the following would likely be an issue with using earbuds at excessive volumes?
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Which type of camera is typically used to capture high-quality images?
Which type of camera is typically used to capture high-quality images?
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Which of the following best describes the function of storage devices in a computer system?
Which of the following best describes the function of storage devices in a computer system?
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Which type of printer uses a laser beam to produce high-quality text and graphics?
Which type of printer uses a laser beam to produce high-quality text and graphics?
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What is the main role of the CPU in a computer system?
What is the main role of the CPU in a computer system?
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Which type of connection is commonly used to interface peripheral devices with a computer?
Which type of connection is commonly used to interface peripheral devices with a computer?
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What aspect of ergonomics is essential for using computing devices comfortably?
What aspect of ergonomics is essential for using computing devices comfortably?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a main function of a computer system?
Which of the following is NOT considered a main function of a computer system?
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What type of computer is primarily portable and versatile for personal use?
What type of computer is primarily portable and versatile for personal use?
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What device would you typically use to control the pointer on a computer screen?
What device would you typically use to control the pointer on a computer screen?
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Which of the following is the main function of RAM in a computer?
Which of the following is the main function of RAM in a computer?
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Which storage device is considered nonvolatile and typically serves as the primary storage device in a computer?
Which storage device is considered nonvolatile and typically serves as the primary storage device in a computer?
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Which CPU architecture would provide the highest processing power?
Which CPU architecture would provide the highest processing power?
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What is a benefit of cloud storage compared to local storage?
What is a benefit of cloud storage compared to local storage?
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Which type of portable storage device can be easily connected to a computer via USB?
Which type of portable storage device can be easily connected to a computer via USB?
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Which of the following is NOT a slot commonly found on the motherboard?
Which of the following is NOT a slot commonly found on the motherboard?
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Study Notes
Input Devices
- Used to enter data and instructions
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Examples:
- Keyboards
- Touch Screens
- Stylus
- Virtual keyboards
Mice and Other Pointing Devices
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Examples:
- Mouse
- Touch pad (trackpad)
- Game controllers
Image, Sound, and Sensor Input
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Popular for images:
- Digital cameras
- Camcorders
- Mobile device cameras
- Flatbed scanners
- Webcams
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Popular for sound:
- Microphone with voice recognition software
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Sensors
- Sensor data
Image and Audio Output
- Sends data out of the computer in the form of text, pictures, sounds, and video
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Examples:
- Monitors
- Printers
- Speakers and headphones/earbuds
Types of Display Screens
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Types:
- Liquid crystal display (LCD)
- Light-emitting diode (LED)
- Organic light-emitting diode (OLED)
- Display screens use pixels
- Aspect ratio describes the width to height ratio of a display
- Resolution describes the number of pixels in a display
Speakers and Headphones/Earbuds
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Speakers are used to output sound
- Surround-sound speakers
- Wireless speaker systems
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Headphones or earbuds
- Excessive volume can damage hearing
Printers
- Inkjet printers are affordable, have high-quality color output, and are quick and quiet
- Laser printers are faster, have higher-quality printouts, and are more expensive
Cloud-ready Printers and All-in-One Printers
- Cloud-ready printers can connect to the internet
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All-in-one printers perform multiple functions:
- Print, scan, copy, and fax
- Large format printers print oversize images
- 3D printers can print three-dimensional objects
Understanding Your Computer
- Computers gather data, and process, output, and store data and information
Binary: The Language of Computers
- Bit is a binary digit (0 or 1)
- Byte is a unique combination of 8 bits of 0s and 1s
Types of Computers
- Cell phones
- Tablets
- Laptops
- Stationary Computers
Motherboard and Memory
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Motherboard contains:
- CPU
- ROM, RAM, and cache
- Slots for expansion cards
- Sound/video cards
- Network interface card (NIC)
Processing
- The CPU or processor acts as the brain of the computer
- It controls the computer's components, processes commands and instructions, and performs tasks at a rate of several gigahertz (billions of tasks per second)
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CPU performance measures:
- Processor speed is measured in hertz (Hz), specifically gigahertz (GHz)
- Number of cores including single, dual, quad, and ten cores
Storing Data and Information
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Local storage devices:
- Hard Disk Drive (HDD) is the primary storage device, internal, external, and nonvolatile
- Solid-state drive (SSD) is faster, more durable, and more expensive than a HDD
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Portable storage devices:
- Flash drive
- Flash memory card
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Cloud storage
- Stores data on the internet
- Some amount of cloud storage is available for free, and there are options to pay for additional storage
Connecting Peripherals to the Computer Ports
- Thunderbolt port provides transfer speeds up to 40 Gbps
- Universal serial bus (USB) port provides transfer speeds up to 10 Gbps
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Connectivity port
- Ethernet port provides a transfer speed of up to 10,000 Mbps
- HDMI port is used for video and audio connections
Power Controls and Power Management
- Battery drain is when a battery loses its charge
- A power supply provides power to the computer
- Sleep mode stops most computer functions and uses less power
- A warm boot is when a computer restarts while it is on
- A cold boot is when the computer is turned on and starts up from a completely off state
- Hibernate saves the computer's current state to the hard drive and shuts down the computer, so it can resume quickly when turned back on
Ergonomics
- Ergonomics is concerned with the design of a computer to maximize comfort, efficiency, and safety
- Ideal physical setup for using computing devices should promote good posture, avoid strain, and ensure a comfortable working environment
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