True/False
Indicate whether the sentence or statement is true
or false.
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1.
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The
physical components of a computer are called hardware.
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2.
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Input
devices include keyboards, mice, modems, cameras, and scanners.
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3.
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A
laptop is considered a portable device.
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4.
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One
way to measure a computer's speed is by how fast the drives turn to retrieve or save
information.
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5.
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WYSIWYG stands for "What you save is what you get."
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6.
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The
first personal computer was developed in 1984.
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Multiple Choice
Identify the
letter of the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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7.
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____
are additional computer components such as printers and scanners. a. | Supplements | c. | Add
ons | b. | Peripherals | d. | Extras | | | | |
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8.
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What
are two classifications for software? a. | systems and applications | c. | task and operation | b. | user and
receiver | d. | application and
user | | | | |
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9.
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A
____ reads and writes data to and from a round magnetic platter. a. | modem | c. | soft
drive | b. | hard drive | d. | memory drive | | | | |
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10.
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The
____ controls data flow among computer parts and provides the platform on which application and
network software work. a. | processor | c. | hard drive | b. | operating system
| d. | application
software | | | | |
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11.
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You
can use ____ to input text, graphics, or barcode information into a computer. a. | scanners | c. | monitors | b. | printers | d. | desktops | | | | |
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Completion
Complete each sentence or
statement.
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12.
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A
mechanical device that is used to store, retrieve, and manipulate data is called a(n)
____________________.
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13.
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A(n)
____________________ device can be a CD, DVD, hard drive, or floppy drive.
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14.
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Printers and monitors are examples of ____________________ devices.
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15.
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A(n)
______________________________ is a pocket-sized electronic organizer used for personal or business
management.
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16.
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RAM
stands for _________________________.
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17.
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A(n)
____________________ is a group of computers that are wired together in order to communicate and
operate together.
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18.
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____________________ is a visual system that allows computer users to use a small
camera and microphone to communicate via a modem.
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19.
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The
_________________________ is a silicon chip that processes data and carries out instructions given to
the computer.
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20.
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Word
processors, databases, spreadsheets, desktop publishers, and online access systems are examples of
____________________ software.
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