FOC Chapter 1 Review

In the 1960s, which computer was commonly used to store information or process orders for small businesses?

• Supercomputer
• Minicomputer
• Microcomputer
• Desktop computer

What kind of computer are you most likely to find in your home?

• Mainframe
• Microcomputer
• Minicomputer
• Supercomputer

Which of the following components can be used to easily transfer data between different computers?

• Removable storage media
• RAM
• Motherboard
• Hard Drive

Which of the following is an example of secondary memory?

• Motherboard
• Hard Drive
• RAM
• ROM

Which part of a computer is responsible for executing the software programs?

• Peripheral
• RAM
• Hard Drive
• CPU

Which is the largest and most powerful type of computer?

• Mainframe computer
• Microcomputer
• Supercomputer
• Minicomputer

Which piece of hardware is typically ONLY included on a mobile device?

• Keyboard
• Accelerometer
• Monitor
• Motherboard

Which factor might you consider when buying a computer?

• All of these factors may be important!
• Price
• Operating System
• Portability

Which of the following is NOT an example of a peripheral device?

• Hard Drive
• Webcam
• Keyboard
• Game Controller

Which of the following is an example of an output peripheral device?

• Keyboard
• Printer
• Mouse
• Game Controller