Chapter 15 Quiz

Data refers to information that is ready to use by managers.

• True

• False

The physical elements of a computer system are called the hardware.

• True

• False

Keyboards, disk drives, and printers are commonly called software.

• True

• False

A computer network uses a cable television station to transmit data.

• True

• False

An input device is the first major component of a computer system.

• True

• False

The central processing unit (CPU) is used to store data for use in the future.

• True

• False

Operating system software translates commands in order to execute a computer program.

• True

• False

A computer language us used by computer operators to communicate with people who desire information from a computer system.

• True

• False

A disk drive is used to store information on a magnetic device so that information can be recalled and used again.

• True

• False

A CD-ROM is a commonly used output device for a computer system.

• True

• False