COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

What are the main hardware components of a computer?

• Graphics card, sound card, network card

• CPU, RAM, storage devices, motherboard, power supply, input/output devices

• Keyboard, mouse, monitor, printer

• Operating system, software applications, antivirus program

Give an example of a software application.

• Google Chrome

• Excel spreadsheet

• iPhone X

• Adobe Photoshop

• Microsoft Word

Name two input devices used with a computer.

• keyboard, mouse

• joystick

• printer

• trackpad

What is an operating system?

• A hardware component of a computer

• A type of computer virus

• An operating system is a software that manages computer hardware and provides services for computer programs.

• A type of computer monitor

What is a computer network?

• A computer network is a physical barrier that prevents devices from connecting to each other.

• A computer network is a set of interconnected devices that can communicate and share resources with each other.

• A computer network is a group of unrelated devices that cannot communicate with each other.

• A computer network is a type of software used for gaming purposes only.

How can you stay safe on the internet?

• Use strong, unique passwords, enable two-factor authentication, be cautious of phishing attempts, keep software and antivirus up to date, and avoid sharing personal information with unknown or untrusted sources.

• Share personal information with anyone who asks

• Use the same password for all accounts

• Click on every link and pop-up ads

What are the main functions of a keyboard?

• Controlling the screen brightness

• Sending emails

• Playing music

• Inputting text, numbers, and commands into a computer or other device.

What is the purpose of a mouse in computing?

• The purpose of a mouse in computing is to control the weather

• The purpose of a mouse in computing is to translate languages

• The purpose of a mouse in computing is to provide a way for users to navigate and interact with the computer's graphical user interface.

• The purpose of a mouse in computing is to make coffee for the user