Exam 1: Understanding Computers and Computer Literacy

On Labor Day in 1969, the first message was sent via ____ from a computer at UCLA to another computer at Stanford Research Center.

A(n) ____ is a network for the exclusive use of workers within an organization and contains company information.

System software is a set of programs that perform specific tasks for users, such as word processing.

To access Notepad you would point to All Programs, click ____, and then point to Notepad.

Many people consider the computer to be the single most important invention of the 20th century.

Special-purpose computers are divided into categories that include desktop computers and mobile devices.

____ generally fit into the palm of your hand.

AND, OR, and NOT are arithmetic operators. _________________________

In 1961, Dr. Ted Hoff developed the microprocessor.

To execute a command associated with an icon you would click or ____ the icon.

Please identify the letter of the choice that best matches the numbered definitions below. -People who use computers

____ consists of instructions or programs for controlling the computer.

Data is text, numbers, sound, images, or video.

____________________ computations include adding, subtracting, and dividing numbers.

____ saves open documents to your hard disk and then puts the computer in a low-power state.

Michael is in charge of purchasing computers for his company. He is putting together a short presentation for management describing the different types of computers and his recommendations for the company. Please refer to Figure 1-1 as you answer the questions below. FIGURE 1-1 -Michael also wants to show his audience a picture of an embedded computer which can be found in a variety of devices. Michael would show the audience a picture of the computer numbered ____ in Figure 1-1.

The information processing cycle includes inputting the data, processing the data, ____, and outputting information.

____ temporarily locks the computer and prevents others from viewing your work or accessing the system.

____ communication is the technology that enables computers to communicate with each other and other devices.

In 1971, Dr. Ted Hoff developed the ____________________.