Unit 1: Intro to Computer Basics Test Review

Hardware

The physical components of a computer.

Software

A program or instructions that give directions to the computer.

Optical Disk Drive

Often called a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, this lets your computer read CDs and DVDs.

What does USB stand for?

Universal Serial Bus

What is the CPU?

Central Processing Unit; the brain of the computer.

What is RAM?

Random Access Memory; your systems short term memory

What are the 5 basic parts of a desktop computer?

computer case, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord

What is an Ethernet port used for?

You use this port for networking and connecting to the Internet.

What type of computer case is used in Computer Basics class?

Tower Case

What is a Power Socket?

This is where you'll connect the power cord to the computer.

Name 2 mouse alternatives.

Touch pad, Track ball

The computer's main circuit board is called a ____________

Motherboard

Is a computer's hard drive long term or short term memory?

Long term memory

What is Wi-Fi

wireless internet connection

What is an operating system?

the software that supports a computer's basic functions, such as Windows, macOS, and iOS

What does GUI stand for?

Graphical User Interface

What is the video card responsible for?

It is responsible for what you see on your monitor.

What is the sound card responsible for?

It is responsible for what you hear through the speakers or headphones.

What is a motherboard?

the main circuit board of the computer

What is Bluetooth?

a standard for the short-range wireless interconnection of mobile phones, computers, and other electronic devices.

What does the Escape (Esc) key do?

Allows you to stop a function or action.