Keyboarding Computer Basics

What is software?

• Computer programs or applications that tell a computer what do.

• Any computer component you can physically touch.

• Soft clothes you put on the computer

What is hardware?

• Computer programs or applications that tell a computer what do.

• Any computer component you can physically touch.

• Really strong forks, spoons and knives.

Which of the following are examples of Software? Choose ALL that apply.

• Operating Systems ( Windows, Linux, Mac OS)

• Antivirus Software

• Email

• CPU

What are examples of hardware? Choose ALL that apply.

• Operating system

• CPU, RAM, Motherboard

• Internet Browsers

• Hard Drive

What type of computer is set up on a sturdy surface/table and must be connected to turn on?

• Desktop

• Laptop

What type of computer is portable and doesn't require to always be connected to a power source to work?

• Desktop

• Laptop

Mouse, keyboard, controller are examples of:

• Input

• Output

Sounds, printed paper, videos are examples of:

• Input

• Output

What keys is your left pinky finger assigned to?

• 1, Q, A, Z

• 0, P, ;

What are the Home Row keys?

• Q,W,E,R,T,Y,U,I,O,P

• A, S, D, F, G, H, J, K, L, ;