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WorksheetsComputer Basics
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 3600secs
The _______________ converts the power from the wall outlet to the type of power needed by the computer.
CPU
Motherboard
Power supply
Optical drive
The _______________ is the brains of the computer that carries out all of the instructions sent to the computer.
Motherboard
CPU
Power supply
RAM
The _______________ is the computer's long-term memory. It is where your apps, files, and much more are saved.
Optical Drive
RAM
CPU
Hard Drive
The _______________ is the computer's short-term memory that allows you to multitask.
RAM
CPU
Hard Drive
Optical Drive
What does CPU stand for?
central people upstanding
configure processing understanding
central processing unit
computer printer upload
A _____ network card allows you to connect your computer to radio based wifi signals.
wireless
central
storage
hardware
The motherboard, power supply, and other central processing unit are housed inside a computer ________.
processor (CPU)
mouse
network
case (tower)
This type of computer is placed on a desk and is made to stay in one place such as your home, work or school.
Laptop
Desktop
Monitor
Power Supply
The _____ works with a video card, located inside the computer case, to display images and text on the screen.
Monitor
Computer Case
Keyboard
Mouse
These can be used to connect almost any type of device, including mice, keyboards, printers, and digital cameras.
Audio In
Audio Out
Monitor Port
USB Port
You can use this port for networking and connecting to the Internet.
USB Port
Serial Port
Ethernet Port
Power Button
A _____ is used to print documents, photos, and anything else that appears on your screen.
Camera
Smartphone
Printer
E- Reader
The ________ is the computer's main circuit board. It's a thin plate that holds the CPU, memory, connectors for the hard drive and optical drives, expansion cards to control the video and audio, and connections to your computer's ports.
RAM
CPU
Optical Disc Drive
Motherboard
The _____, also called a processor, is located inside the computer case on the motherboard. It is sometimes called the brain of the computer, and its job is to carry out commands.
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
PUC (Processing Unit Central)
CUP (Central Unit Processing)
Center Process Unification
____ is your system's short-term memory. Whenever your computer performs calculations, it temporarily stores the data in the RAM until it is needed.
REM
RIM
RAM
ROM
A ______ is a personal computer that can be easily moved and used in a variety of locations.
Desktop Computer
Laptop Computer
A _______________ is an electronic device that manipulates information.
3D Printer
Computer
Mouse
Controller
What are the basic parts of a desktop computer?
(a)
The _______ is the metal and plastic box that contains the main components of the computer, including the motherboard, central processing unit (CPU), and power supply.
Monitor
Computer Case
Keyboard
Mouse
Every laptop has a _______, which allows you to use the laptop when it's not plugged in.
Cable
USB
Computer
Battery
A touchpad is a touch-sensitive pad that lets you control the pointer by making a drawing motion with your finger.
True
False
All buttons, ports, and sockets are the same on every computer.
True
False
A computer is an electronic device for storing and processing data.
True
False
The back of a computer case has _________________ that are made to fit specific devices.
Connection Ports
Portable Wires
Connection Holes
Audio Ports
Different devices that you can plug into the extra ports on your computer are called__________.
Specific Devices
Modom
Networking
Peripherals
A laptop usually has a power cord called an___________, which is designed to be used with that specific type of laptop.
Auxiliary Cord
AC Adapter
Backup Power
Charger
A tower case lies flat on a desk, and the monitor usually sits on top of it.
True
False
Tablet computers can do everything a traditional computer can do.
True
False
A scanner is used to print documents, photos, and anything else that appears on your screen.
True
False
Laptops tend to be less expensive than desktop computer with the same internal components.
True
False
