Exam 1: Computer and Internet Basics

Most computers are equipped with a(n) mouse as the primary input device.

The main processor in a computer is called the ____.

Provide at least five different suggestions for how to protect your privacy online.

All of the following are true EXCEPT ____.

What are digitization, the digital revolution, and digital convergence, and how do they affect your life?

It is easy to get inside a tower case and swap parts.

A(n) output device and computer work together to change information into a series of electronic signals a computer can understand.

A machine that accepts input, processes and stores data, and produces output is called a(n) ____.

A(n) ____ has a touch-sensitive screen, which can be used as a writing or drawing pad.

Much of a program for a Web app runs on a distant computer, often called the ____.

The accompanying figure is an example of a(n) ____ computer.

Only a workstation or mainframe can be configured to perform the work of a server.

All cell phones are examples of a personal computer.

The accompanying figure is an example of a(n) ____ computer.

____ messages are typed messages you send using your smartphone or mobile device.

To turn off the computer, simply press the power switch.

A(n) ____ drive works with CDs, DVDs, and BDs.

The accompanying figure is an example of a(n) ____ computer.

The digital convergence is an ongoing process of social, political, and economic change brought about by digital technology.

A(n) ____________________ is a scaled-down version of notebook and offers more portability.