How is the size of a computer display measured?

Measured diagonally in inches (e.g., 15.6", 24").

What is aspect ratio in computer displays?

Shape of the screen (16:9 is widescreen).

What are the basic functions of application software?

Helps users complete tasks like writing documents, analyzing data, making presentations, or managing information.

Give examples of application software.

Word (documents), Excel (spreadsheets), PowerPoint (presentations), QuickBooks (accounting).

What are the basic types of printers?

Inkjet, Laser, 3D Printers, Multifunction.

Describe an inkjet printer.

Sprays ink, good for photos, slower.

Describe a laser printer.

Uses toner, fast and good for business text documents.

What is a multifunction printer?

Combines print, scan, copy, fax.

What are device drivers?

Small programs that allow the computer’s OS to communicate with hardware (e.g., printer driver makes the printer work properly).

What are typical components of software user agreements?

License type, restrictions, warranty or liability disclaimers, terms of use and updates.

What is cloud storage?

Storage over the internet (Google Drive, OneDrive). Accessible anywhere.

What is a hard drive?

Permanent storage inside your computer.

Temporary working memory—fast but erased when the computer shuts down.

Name some document file types and extensions.

.docx (Word), .pdf (Adobe), .txt (text).

Name some spreadsheet file types and extensions.

.xlsx (Excel), .csv (comma-separated values).

What is the Ribbon in Microsoft Software Interface?

Toolbar at the top (Home, Insert, Layout).

What is the Quick Access Toolbar in Microsoft Software Interface?

Shortcuts for save, undo, redo.

What does 'Cut' do in file operations?

Moves text/file from one place to another. Shortcut: Ctrl + X.

What does 'Copy' do in file operations?

Duplicates text/file without removing original. Shortcut: Ctrl + C.

What does 'Paste' do in file operations?

Places cut/copied item. Shortcut: Ctrl + V.

How are files organized in a computer?

Files are stored in folders. Folders can hold both files and subfolders (nested structure).

What is the binary system in computing?

Computers use binary (0s and 1s) to represent data. 0 = off, 1 = on.

What are some basics of computer security?

Passwords, encryption, antivirus/firewall, backups, two-factor authentication (2FA).

What was the original use of the Internet?

Originally developed by the U.S. military (ARPANET) in the late 1960s to share research and communicate securely between computers.

Computer Basics and Concepts Flashcards

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the function of input and output devices?

Back

Input devices let users enter data into a computer. Output devices let the computer present results back to users.

2.

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Name some types of input devices.

Back

Keyboard, mouse, scanner, microphone.

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Name some types of output devices.

Back

Monitor, printer, speakers, projector.

4.

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What is hardware?

Back

Physical parts of a computer (CPU, RAM, hard drive, keyboard, monitor).

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is software?

Back

Programs that run on hardware (Windows, Excel, Google Chrome).

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What does resolution mean in computer displays?

Back

Number of pixels (e.g., 1920×1080 = HD).

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Front

What is refresh rate in computer displays?

Back

How many times per second the screen redraws (measured in Hz).

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