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Computer Concepts

Total questions: 90

Worksheet time: 47mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the Computer System

a)

a collection of hardware devices and software that work together to receive data, change the data to information, present the information to the user, and store the information

b)

a series of telling the computer what actions to take and determining how the computer will change the data to information.

c)

the tangible parts of the computer system; physical components of the computer system that perform the four functions of the computer:  input, processing, output, and storage.

d)

the technical details about each hardware component in a computer system.

2.

Raw facts entered into a computer system are?

(a)  

3.

Four functions of the Computer

Select all that apply

a)

Input

b)

Output

c)

Processing

d)

Drive

e)

Storage

4.

The result of data processing

(a)  

5.

A series of telling the computer what actions to take and determining how the computer will change the data to information.

a)

Hardware (programming)

b)

Process Software

c)

Peripheral hardware

d)

Software (program)

6.

The tangible parts of the computer system

a)

Software

b)

Hardware

c)

programming

d)

jmoioijhhgggyjuio (my dog typed this one)

7.

Peripheral hardware

a)

the hardware components that perform the input, output, and storage functions

b)

the hardware components that perform the processing functions.

c)

sockets or plug-ins in the system unit that allow the user to connect peripheral hardware to the process hardware inside the system unit.

d)

a series of telling the computer what actions to take and determining how the computer will change the data to information.

8.

The technical details about each hardware component in a computer system.

(a)  

9.

receiving data into the computer

(type quick)

(a)  

10.

changing data to information

(type quick)

(a)  

11.

presenting the information to the user

(type Quick)

(a)  

12.

storing information for later use

(type quick)

(a)  

13.

Examples of input

(choose all that apply)

a)

Keyboard

b)

Monitor

c)

Mouse

d)

DVD

e)

Touchscreen

14.

Examples of Processing

(Select all that apply)

a)

Motherboard

b)

Storage

c)

CPU

d)

Main memory (RAM)

15.

Output Examples

(Select all that apply)

a)

Scanner

b)

Printer

c)

Speakers/Headphones

d)

Monitor

16.

Examples of Storage

(select all that apply)

a)

Hard drive

b)

Main memeory

c)

cloud storage

d)

Network server

17.

sockets or plug-ins in the system unit that allow the user to connect peripheral hardware to the process hardware inside the system unit.

(a)  

18.

Process hardware

a)

the hardware components that perform the processing functions.

b)

sockets or plug-ins in the system unit that allow the user to connect peripheral hardware to the process hardware inside the system unit.

c)

the hardware components that perform the input, output, and storage functions

d)

storing information for later use

19.

Main memory

a)

a storage unit inside the computer

b)

the main electronic component in the computer

c)

how fast the processor works

d)

the processor inside the computer

20.

A storage unit inside a computer

a)

DVD

b)

Hard drive

c)

Google Drive

d)

Main Memory

21.

Motherboard

a)

A storage device inside a computer

b)

the main electronic component in the computer

c)

The main storage component inside a computer

d)

A computer

22.

Random Access Memory (ooor)

(a)  

23.

Enables the processor to access recently used information very quickly, saving the processor time and work

(a)  

24.

CPU

(choose the best answer)

a)

The "Cache" or logic center of the computer; the input device

b)

The "brain" or computer center of the processor

c)

The "brain" or logic center of the computer; the processor

d)

The processor of the computer

25.

True false

Information in RAM is lost when the power is turned off

(RAM is the temporary memory)

a)

False

b)

True

26.

Multi-core processor

a)

A processor with two or more independent processing units

b)

A processor with one or fewer independent processing units

c)

A processor with more than six independent processing units

d)

A processor

27.

A circuit board; the main electronic component in the computer

(a)  

28.

Processed Information

a)

Flie

b)

File

c)

Elif

d)

Fil

29.

Single binary digit

(a)  

30.

Programs that work "BEHIND THE SCENES" to manage the fundamental operations of a computer

a)

Hardware

b)

Software system

c)

Software

d)

System software

31.

The "interpreter" between process and peripheral hardware; handles the transmission protocol between a computer and its peripherals

2 lines
32.

The operating system used in our classroom

(a)  

33.

Application Software

a)

Apps or specific tasks preformed on a computer

b)

Apps used to preformed on a computer

c)

Programs or "APPS" used to preform specific tasks on the computer

d)

Specific tasks used on the computer

34.

A list of options on a screen

(You see this at a restaurant either on the wall or on the table)

(a)  

35.

Utility Software

a)

Honestly I'm getting tired of these questions so just don't pick this one

b)

Loaded into RAM as needed to do housekeeping tasks

c)

RAM's Housekeeper

d)

A maid for da RAM

36.

Pictures and graphics used to make the computer more user friendly

a)

Graphical user interface (GUI)

GOOEY

b)

Graphical User Infirmary

c)

GIU GEOOY

d)

Cold Boot

37.

How has Windows interfaces and operating systems impacted the role of the personal computer?

a)

Helped the computer become the common place in all aspects of our lives

b)

Made the computer easier to use

c)

Helped millions more people join servers and helped them gain access to internet

d)

Resulted in more people using computers

e)

Made technology easier to use

38.

Operating environments (Microsoft Windows & OSX)

a)

new names for our operating software

b)

Software and hardware that we use today in our very own classroom

c)

The new name for hardware and serves as a helper to all computer systems

d)

The new name for operating systems; serves as a liaison between the user and all computer software

39.

Located at the bottom of the desktop; displays icons providing shortcuts to apps, start button, and search box

(a)  

40.

What are icons

a)

large images that makes it easier for the user to see and use

b)

Small buttons on your computer screen

c)

Small images that represent folders, and apps

d)

Large options on your screen for personal use

41.

Lock Screen

a)

Computers self defense system and or Armor

b)

The process of which your phone goes through to keep itself protected from hackers

c)

Time and date appear when the computer is first started or left unattended for a while

d)

A screen with a lock on it

42.

Actions taken with your fingertips directly on the screen

(a)  

43.

What do widgets do?

a)

Save time, allow customizable information, helps users multitask, and provide quick access to frequently used information

b)

Shows continuously updated content, provides small images for quick access, protects information from others & helps users stay on one topic at a time

44.

What is an Example of a "gesture"

a)

Swiping

b)

Punching

c)

Tapping

d)

Clicking

45.

Live Tile

a)

Tiles that you place on the floor of your bathroom to prevent water from permeating to the underside

b)

Tiles showing continuously updated

(dynamic) Content

c)

Tiles that are on the computer to help with easy access to certain applications

d)

(dynamic) content that is used for live use and constant applications

46.

3-5 letter sequence, preceded by a period, which identifies which program/app a file was created in

a)

subfolder

b)

Details pane

c)

File extension

d)

Files Folder

47.

File management

a)

Organizing folders; creating, locating, saving, and deleting files

b)

Allows you to preview the file without opening

c)

A system that arranges files and folders in different levels, like branches of a tree

d)

Provides details of the creation of the file

48.

.docx

a)

Microsoft Powerpoint

b)

Microsoft excel

c)

Microsoft access

d)

Microsoft word

49.

.xlsx

a)

Microsoft access

b)

Microsoft excel

c)

Microsoft Powerpoint

d)

Microsft word

50.

This device inputs text commands into your computer

a)

Monitor

b)

Mouse

c)

Keyboard

d)

CPU

51.

This device displays graphics generated by the computer

a)

Monitor

b)

Mouse

c)

Keyboard

d)

CPU

52.

This device allows the user to control a point on the screen so that they can click and drag

a)

Monitor

b)

Mouse

c)

Keyboard

d)

CPU

53.

Which one of these is NOT a step of the Information Processing Cycle

a)

Input

b)

Advancing

c)

Processing

d)

Storage

e)

Output

54.

Check all that are output devices

a)

Monitor

b)

Headphones

c)

Mouse

d)

Printer

e)

Keyboard

55.

Check all that are storage devices

a)

Cloud Storage

b)

CPU

c)

MicroSD Card

d)

Speakers

e)

CD-ROM

56.

True or False: A small, handheld calculator is a computer and does all 4 parts of the information processing cycle.

a)

True

b)

False

57.

Step-by-step instructions for the computer...

a)

Hardware

b)

Software

58.

Computer equipment which carries out the software instructions...

a)

Software

b)

Hardware

59.

Hardware that works with the CPU...

a)

Peripherals

b)

Ports

60.

_____ are picture symbols for programs and documents on the desktop.

a)

Icons

b)

Emoticons

61.

_____ software is a computer program designed to perform a specific task.

a)

Operating

b)

Application

62.

How do you create folders

a)

Right click, properties, new folder

b)

new folder, or Right click, new folder

c)

Select file and then new folder

d)

CTRL SHIFT Repeat

63.

Renaming Folders/Files

a)

triple click and rename

b)

Double click on file and rename

c)

Left click type, new name

d)

Right click, properties, type new name

64.

Delete files

a)

Select then press the trash can OR the delete button on your keyboard

b)

Double click and then press properties and then delete

65.

Renewing Files in Contiguous blocks rather than random

"Cleaning out the closet"

a)

Optimizing driving

b)

Optimize Drives (Defragmentation)

c)

Rewriting the Blocks

d)

Bus speed

66.

All computers, not matter how big or how small, follow the same steps. We call these steps the ________________

a)

Information Processing Cycle

b)

Wash, rinse, repeat cycle

c)

Central Processing Unit

67.

All computers, not matter how big or how small, follow the same steps. We call these steps the ________________

a)

Information Processing Cycle

b)

Wash, rinse, repeat cycle

c)

Central Processing Unit

68.

This device inputs text commands into your computer

a)

Monitor

b)

Mouse

c)

Keyboard

d)

CPU

69.

This device displays graphics generated by the computer

a)

Monitor

b)

Mouse

c)

Keyboard

d)

CPU

70.

This device does the processing portion of the information processing cycle

a)

Monitor

b)

Mouse

c)

Keyboard

d)

CPU

71.

This device allows the user to control a point on the screen so that they can click and drag

a)

Monitor

b)

Mouse

c)

Keyboard

d)

CPU

72.

Which one of these is NOT a step of the Information Processing Cycle

a)

Input

b)

Advancing

c)

Processing

d)

Storage

e)

Output

73.

Check all of the input devices

a)

Keyboard

b)

Speakers

c)

Microphone

d)

Monitor

e)

Scanner

74.

Check all that are output devices

a)

Monitor

b)

Headphones

c)

Mouse

d)

Printer

e)

Keyboard

75.

Check all that are storage devices

a)

Cloud Storage

b)

CPU

c)

MicroSD Card

d)

Speakers

e)

CD-ROM

76.

True or False: A small, handheld calculator is a computer and does all 4 parts of the information processing cycle.

a)

True

b)

False

77.

Machines that processes data and performs tasks according to a set of instructions.

a)

Computers

b)

Flash drives

78.

Step-by-step instructions for the computer...

a)

Hardware

b)

Software

79.

Devices that allow the user to give instructions to a computer...

a)

Output

b)

Input

80.

Computer equipment which carries out the software instructions...

a)

Software

b)

Hardware

81.

Hardware that works with the CPU...

a)

Peripherals

b)

Ports

82.

Windows 10 manages other programs on the computer and is called the _____ system.

a)

Auxiliary

b)

Operating

83.

The main work area on the monitor/screen is called your _____.

a)

Home page

b)

Desktop

84.

_____ are picture symbols for programs and documents on the desktop.

a)

Icons

b)

Emoticons

85.

The _____ is a tool used for getting around the desktop.

a)

Cursor

b)

Mouse

86.

_____ software is a computer program designed to perform a specific task.

a)

Operating

b)

Application

87.

Folder

a)

A large storage device kept in the computer

b)

Stored information

c)

A collection of related files and subfolders

d)

CPU device

88.

File Heirachy

a)
  • A folder that is inside other folders; used to categorize files

b)

A system that arranges files and folders in different levels; like branches of a tree

c)
  • A 3-5 letter sequence, preceded by a period, which identifies which program/app a file was created in

d)
  • Provides details about the creation of the file 

89.

Stored Information

(a)  

90.

Details pane

a)

Provides details about the creation of the file

b)

A pane that helps the user explore options on the computer

c)

A pane used for device creation