Chapter 19: Computer Basics

Speech recognition soft

________- ware allows a user to enter text and give commands to the computer by speaking into a microphone.

Memory

________ is hardware that stores information for instant retrieval and processing.

Software

________ is a computer program that contains a set of instructions that tells a computer what to do.

Input device

A(n) ________ is hardware that is used for entering data into a machine, such as a computer.

Sales figures

________, quantities, prices, and produc- tion costs can be listed and compared with a spreadsheet.

Laptops

________ and tablet PCs allow people to work outside the office.

RAM

The computer uses its random access memory (________) to hold all the data and instructions required during operations.

Ergonomics

________ are design factors for the workplace that are intended to maximize productivity by minimizing a workers discomfort.

Groupware

________ is project management software.

main parts

A computer system includes three ________: hardware, software, and data.

Microprocessor

A(n) ________ is a small computer chip.

high speeds

A computer is an electronic device that accepts, processes, stores, and outputs data at ________, based on programmed instructions.

Spreadsheet program

A(n) ________ is a computerized worksheet for entering and charting data.

Database management program

A(n) ________ is used to store data organized especially for rapid search and retrieval.

Communications software

________ allows access to databases, accounts, schedules, and other shared files.

central mainframe

In most companies, computers are linked through either a(n) ________ computer or a network.

Output device

A(n) ________ is hardware that is used for producing results from a machine.

Mainframe

A(n) ________ is a fast, powerful computer with a large storage capacity.

Desktop computer

A(n) ________ is a personal computer that is small enough to fit in an individual workspace.

Word processing

________ is the writing, editing, and production of documents, such as letters and reports, through the use of a computer program.

Desktop publishing software

________ is used to produce publications such as reports, newsletters, and magazines.

Word processing software

________, such as Microsoft Word, is used to create, edit, and print documents.

Presentation program

A(n) ________ includes software for creating slide shows for presentations.

Software

________ is also referred to as a program or an application.

With e-learning, workers can be trained in an efficient and cost

effective way

A computer system includes three main parts

hardware, software, and data

Computer systems include at least four hardware elements

a microprocessor; memory; input and output devices; and data storage devices

Sales figures, quantities, prices, and produc

tion costs can be listed and compared with a spreadsheet

Speech recognition soft

ware allows a user to enter text and give commands to the computer by speaking into a microphone

There are three categories of groupware

communication tools, conferencing tools, and collaborative management (or coordination) tools