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WorksheetsComputer Terminology REVIEW GAME 2 ANSWERS
Total questions: 90
Worksheet time: 45mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
1. Drop and Drag
a)
Using a cursor and mouse to select and then move an object on the computer screen to a new location.
b)
Where the processing in a computer takes place, often called the brain of the computer.
c)
Text for option 4 (optional)
d)
Text for option 5 (optional)
2.
2. gigabyte
a)
Approximately 1,000,000 bytes
b)
Using a cursor and mouse to select and then move an object on the computer screen to a new location.
3.
3. Virus
a)
Something that attaches to an application program.
b)
Used to keep data when the power to the computer is turned off.
4.
4. URL
a)
It is the address of a specific website or file on the Internet.
b)
Used to keep data on the computer.
5.
5. Menu bar
a)
The horizontal strip that contains lists of available menus for a certain programs.
b)
Unwanted and unsolicited "junk" email or irrelevant postings to a newsgroup or blog.
6.
6. Cache
a)
Memory that stores frequently used information.
b)
Two or more computers and other devices that are connected for the purpose of sharing data and programs.
7.
7. RAM
a)
Running programs without any lag time. Stands for random access memory.
b)
Transferring data from another computer to your computer
8.
8. pixel
a)
Stands for "picture element" and it refers to the small dots which make up the images on a computer display.
b)
To restart your computer. To do a soft reboot to your computer. Go to Start Menu, and select either Shut Down or Restart.
9.
9. peer-to-peer
a)
Separate computer systems that are connected through the Internet allowing files to be shared directly from one computer system to the other without a central server.
b)
To display graphics.
10.
10. Javascript
a)
A programming language designed by Sun Microsystems that can be integrated into standard HTML pages to add some dynamic features.
b)
The subdirectory or subdivision, of a directory that can contain files or other folders.
11.
11. specifications
a)
Are the technical details about each hardware components
b)
The subdirectory or subdivision of a directory that can contain files or other folders.
12.
12. LAN
a)
Local Area Network.
b)
The subdirectory or subdivision of a directory that can contain files or other folders.
13.
13. Mainframe
a)
Large expensive computer capable of simultaneously processing data for hundreds or thousands of users, for example, Dayton Public Schools.
b)
The process of loading or initializing an operating system on a computer; usually occurs as soon as a computer is turned on
14.
14. graphics card
a)
Display device that forms an image by converting electrical signals from the computer into points of colored light on the screen.
b)
The physical parts of a computer and all related devices.
c)
s
15.
15. memory
a)
Area of the computer that temporarily hold data waiting to be processed, stored or output.
b)
The part of the computer responsible for executing instructions to process information.
16.
16. operating system
a)
The software that communicates with the hardware and allows other programs to run. (Windows XP, Windows 7, Apple OSX)
b)
The name of the committee that developed this format for digital pictures. It is a very common and extremely portable format for digital pictures and graphics on the Internet.
17.
17. File
a)
A named collection of data that exists on a storage medium.
b)
The horizontal strip that contains lists of available menus for a certain programs.
18.
18. blog
a)
Short for "Web Log," this term refers to a list of journal entries posted on a web page.
b)
The computer language that web pages are written in.
19.
19. byte
a)
A series of 8 binary bits that digitally represent a single character to the computer.
b)
The collection of webpages on the Internet that can be accessed by a program called a web browser (Chrome, Internet Explorer, Firefox.)
20.
20. ROM
a)
Memory that store frequently used information.
b)
Term is used to describe a standard (Latin alphabet based) keyboard and it refers to the letters at the top left of the keyboard.
21.
21. flash memory
a)
A type of computer memory that can be erased and programmed electrically. A common example of this kind of memory would be a memory card in a digital camera or cell phone or a USB flash drive.
b)
Stands for "picture element" and it refers to the small dots which make up the images on a computer display.
22.
22. JPG
a)
The name of the committee that developed this format for digital pictures. It is a very common and extremely portable format for digital pictures and graphics on the Internet.
b)
Something the user uses to navigate and input information into the computer.
23.
23. software
a)
Lines of computer code written by programmers that tel the computer what to do. Also known as a program or application.
b)
Something that attaches to an application program.
24.
24. WiFi
a)
It refers to wireless networking technology that allows computers and other devices to communicate over a wireless signal.
b)
Software used to access, retrieve, and display web pages
25.
25. storage device
a)
Used to keep data on the computer.
b)
Short for "Web Log," this term refers to a list of journal entries posted on a web page.
26.
26. QWERTY
a)
Term is used to describe a standard (Latin alphabet based) keyboard and it refers to the letters at the top left of the keyboard.
b)
Set of computer programs that help a person carry out a task.
27.
27. hardware
a)
The physical parts of a computer and all related devices.
b)
Separate computer systems that are connected through the Internet allowing files to be shared directly from one computer system to the other without a central server.
28.
28. Keyboard
a)
An arrangement of letters, numbers and special function keys that act as the primary input device to the computer.
b)
Separate computer systems that are connected through the Internet allowing files to be shared directly from one computer system to the other without a central server.
29.
29. hard copy
a)
A printed copy of computer output.
b)
Sending an electronic message to another person or to a group of people.
30.
30. CDROM
a)
It refers to a CD that can be read by a computer using an optical drive which uses a laser to read the data on the disk.
b)
Running programs without any lag time. Stands for random access memory.
31.
31. Modem
a)
Device that sends and receives data to and from computers over telephone lines.
b)
Occurs when a user presses a button on the mouse twice in quick succession; this generates a command to the computer
32.
32. Folders
a)
The subdirectory or subdivision of a directory that can contain files or other folders.
b)
Occurs when a user presses a button on a mouse which in turn, generates a command to the computer
33.
33. megabytes
a)
Approximately 1,000,000 bytes
b)
Occurs when a user presses a button on a mouse which in turn, generates a command to the computer
34.
34. monitor
a)
Display device that forms an image by converting electrical signals from the computer into points of colored light on the screen.
b)
Occurs when a user points the mouse at an icon or folder, presses the button and without releasing the button, moves the icon or folder to another place on the computer where the button is released
35.
35. firewall
a)
Acts as a locked door on a computer.
b)
Network Interface Card
36.
36. printer
a)
An output device that produces a paper hard copy from a computer.
b)
Memory that stores frequently used information.
37.
37. virtual memory
a)
Space on the hard drive used to temporarily tore data dn swap it in and out of RAM as needed.
b)
Memory that store frequently used information.
38.
38. Network
a)
Two or more computers and other devices that are connected for the purpose of sharing data and programs.
b)
Malicious Software. Software created in order to bring harm to convey information from your computer without your knowledge.
39.
39. DVD
a)
It refers to a CD that can be read by a computer using an optical drive which used a laser to read the data on a disk.
b)
Local Area Network.
40.
40. website
a)
A web page that you have to type in the web address.
b)
Lines of computer code written by programmers that tel the computer what to do. Also known as a program or application.
41.
41. IP address
a)
A unique identifying number assigned to each computer connected to the Internet.
b)
It refers to wireless networking technology that allows computers and other devices to communicate over a wireless signal.
42.
42. NIC
a)
Network Interface Card
b)
It refers to wireless networking technology that allows computers and other devices to communicate over a wireless signal.
43.
43. E-mail
a)
Sending an electronic message to another person or to a group of people.
b)
It refers to the most common type of computer port used to connect peripheral devices to computers.
44.
44. intranet
a)
An internal or private network that is only available in one geographic location, our classroom/Belmont.
b)
It refers to the most common type of computer port used to connect peripheral devices to computers.
45.
45. ISP
a)
It is the company that you contract with to supply you with a connection to the Internet.
b)
It refers to a CD that can be read by a computer using an optical drive which uses a laser to read the data on the disk.
46.
46. webcam
a)
A video camera used to broadcast streaming or still video using the Internet.
b)
It refers to a CD that can be read by a computer using an optical drive which used a laser to read the data on a disk.
47.
47. spam
a)
Unwanted and unsolicited "junk" email or irrelevant postings to a newsgroup or blog.
b)
It is the company that you contract with to supply you with a connection to the Internet.
48.
48. GPS
a)
It involves navigating using 24 satellites which are positioned above the Earth.
b)
It is the address of a specific website or file on the Internet.
49.
49. server
a)
A computer on a network that acts as the central storage location for programs and data used on the network.
b)
It involves navigating using 24 satellites which are positioned above the Earth.
50.
50. application software
a)
Set of computer programs that help a person carry out a task.
b)
It describes a file format that was developed and distributed for free by Adobe Systems. It can be used to display and print documents, text, fonts, and formatting from a variety of applications.
51.
51. mouse
a)
A hand operated pointer device that, along with a keyboard, serves as a primary input device for a computer.
b)
Hypertext Transfer Protocol
52.
52. CPU
a)
Area of the computer that temporarily holds data waiting to be processed, stored or output.
b)
Graphic User Interface: uses pictures and words to represent ideas, choices, functions, etc.
53.
53. spyware
a)
A program that tracks a user's Internet usage without the user's permission.
b)
Display device that forms an image by converting electrical signals from the computer into points of colored light on the screen.
54.
54. peripheral devices
a)
Keyboards, monitors and printers are all examples of which of the following.
b)
Display device that forms an image by converting electrical signals from the computer into points of colored light on the screen.
55.
55. World Wide Web
a)
The collection of webpages on the Internet that can be accessed by a program called a web browser (Chrome, Internet Explorer, Firefox.)
b)
Area of the computer that temporarily holds data waiting to be processed, stored or output.
56.
56. processor
a)
The part of the computer responsible for executing instructions to process information.
b)
Area of the computer that temporarily holds data waiting to be processed, stored or output.
57.
57. resolution
a)
To display graphics.
b)
Area of the computer that temporarily hold data waiting to be processed, stored or output.
58.
58. Internet
a)
An international computer network used for many kinds of electronic communications.
b)
Are words, phrases, or icons that connect one web page to another web page
59.
59. hard disk (hard drive)
a)
Magnetic storage media usually sealed in a case inside the computer.
b)
Are the technical details about each hardware components
60.
60. USB
a)
It refers to the most common type of computer port used to connect peripheral devices to computers.
b)
Approximately 1,000,000,000 bytes.
61.
61. input device
a)
Something the user uses to navigate and input information into the computer.
b)
Approximately 1,000,000 bytes
62.
62. HTML
a)
The computer language that web pages are written in.
b)
Approximately 1,000,000 bytes
63.
63. PDF
a)
It describes a file format that was developed and distributed for free by Adobe Systems. It can be used to display and print documents, text, fonts, and formatting from a variety of applications.
b)
An output device that produces a paper hard copy from a computer.
64.
64. kilobyte
a)
Approximately 1,000,000,000 bytes.
b)
An international computer network used for many kinds of electronic communications.
65.
65. program
a)
Executable software that runs on a computer. Also know as an application.
b)
An internal or private network that is only available in one geographic location, our classroom/Belmont.
66.
66. bit
a)
1/8 of a byte
b)
An arrangement of letters, numbers and special function keys that act as the primary input device to the computer.
67.
67. hyperlinks
a)
Are words, phrases, or icons that connect one web page to another web page
b)
Acts as a locked door on a computer.
68.
68. http://
a)
Hypertext Transfer Protocol
b)
A web page that you have to type in the web address.
69.
69. https://
a)
It refers to wireless networking technology that allows computers and other devices to communicate over a wireless signal.
b)
A virus that can be annoying as well as malicious.
70.
70. malware
a)
Malicious Software. Software created in order to bring harm to convey information from your computer without your knowledge.
b)
A video camera used to broadcast streaming or still video using the Internet.
71.
71. Trojan Horse
a)
A virus that can be annoying as well as malicious.
b)
A unique identifying number assigned to each computer connected to the Internet.
72.
72. Worm
a)
A form of a virus that replicates itself thousands of times in order to slow the system.
b)
A type of computer memory that can be erased and programmed electrically. A common example of this kind of memory would be a memory card in a digital camera or cell phone or a USB flash drive.
73.
73. Web browsers
a)
Software used to access, retrieve, and display web pages
b)
A small, clickable picture that opens programs on a computer
74.
74. Icon
a)
A small, clickable picture that opens programs on a computer
b)
A serious computer failure; the computer itself stops working or that a program abortsunexpectedly.
75.
75. Reboot
a)
To restart your computer. To do a soft reboot to your computer. Go to Start Menu, and select either Shut Down or Restart.
b)
A series of 8 binary bits that digitally represent a single character to the computer.
76.
76. Crash
a)
A serious computer failure; the computer itself stops working or that a program abortsunexpectedly.
b)
A screen in a software program that permits the user to view several programs at one time
77.
77. Bug
a)
A part of a program that usually causes the computer to malfunction; often remedied in patches or updates to the program
b)
A programming language designed by Sun Microsystems that can be integrated into standard HTML pages to add some dynamic features.
78.
78. Click
a)
Occurs when a user presses a button on a mouse which in turn, generates a command to the computer
b)
A program that tracks a user's Internet usage without the user's permission.
79.
79. Database
a)
A large structured set of data; a file that contains numerous records that contain numerous fields
b)
A program that allows the user to create primarily text documents
80.
80. Double Click
a)
Occurs when a user presses a button on the mouse twice in quick succession; this generates a command to the computer
b)
A program arranged in rows and columns that manipulates numbers
81.
81. Download
a)
Transferring data from another computer to your computer
b)
A printed copy of computer output.
82.
82. Drag
a)
Occurs when a user points the mouse at an icon or folder, presses the button and without releasing the button, moves the icon or folder to another place on the computer where the button is released
b)
A part of a program that usually causes the computer to malfunction; often remedied in patches or updates to the program
83.
83. Driver
a)
Software program that controls a piece of hardware or a peripheral
b)
A named collection of data that exists on a storage medium.
84.
84. GUI;
a)
Graphic User Interface: uses pictures and words to represent ideas, choices, functions, etc.
b)
A large structured set of data; a file that contains numerous records that contain numerous fields
85.
85. scroll bar
a)
Occurs when a user presses a button on a mouse which in turn, generates a command to the computer
b)
A large structured set of data; a file that contains numerous records that contain numerous fields
86.
86. Spreadsheet
a)
A program arranged in rows and columns that manipulates numbers
b)
A graphical representation of program activities; a row of icons used to perform tasks in a program
87.
87. Tool Bar
a)
A graphical representation of program activities; a row of icons used to perform tasks in a program
b)
A hand operated pointer device that, along with a keyboard, serves as a primary input device for a computer.
88.
88. Window
a)
A screen in a software program that permits the user to view several programs at one time
b)
A form of a virus that replicates itself thousands of times in order to slow the system.
89.
89. Word Processor
a)
A program that allows the user to create primarily text documents
b)
A computer on a network that acts as the central storage location for programs and data used on the network.
90.
90. boot
a)
The process of loading or initializing an operating system on a computer; usually occurs as soon as a computer is turned on
b)
1/8 of a byte
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