Computers

Define the term 'social engineering'

• Humans a the weak point in network security, by clicking a link etc..

• A computer program used by hackers to exploit flaws in networks

___ is the main memory that is used to store computer programs and data that are currently in use.

• RAM

• ROM

• CD Drive

• DVD Drive

Its job is to carry out commands. Whenever you press a key, click the mouse, or start an application, you're sending instructions to the ___.

• CPU
• RAM
• Hard drive 
• Motherboard

The ____ is the computer's main circuit board. The ____ connects directly or indirectly to every part of the computer.

• CPU
• RAM
• Hard drive
• Motherboard

Describe a disadvantage of using an internal hard disk as storage.

• Huge capacity, offers up to several terabytes per device.

• Not as portable as other technologies.

____ are required in every machine connected to the network. They allow the signal from the network to be transmitted to the machine – this could be via a fixed cable, infra red or radio waves.

• Graphic cards
• Network Interface Card (NIC)
• Sound cards
• DVD drive

___ are circuits on the motherboard that connect the CPU to other components. There are many ____ on the motherboard. 

• Cores
• Buses
• Hard drives
• Clocks

What does this image represent?

• Fatherboard.

• Anyboard.

• Motherboard.

• Chip.

Why is durability important when choosing an appropriate storage media?

• Because it is important to take in consideration how resistant the media is to damage.

• Because it is important to consider how cheap the media cost.

Which type of secondary storage would be suitable for a student doing geography coursework outdoors?

• Magnetic - its cheap and has a large capacity

• Solid state - if the device was dropped it is less likely to break, due to there being no moving parts.

• Optical - most people have a device capable of reading optical disks at home.