Exam 10: Computer Hardware and Software

_____ is an optical or laser disc whose information cannot be changed.

The CPU and RAM make up the real brains of a computer.

Anna finds out that the component of her computer's CPU that performs logic operations is not working.She logs a complaint with the assistance desk in her office requesting the service personnel to fix the ____.

RAM is a permanent storage unit that holds all the information you are working with.

_____ come equipped with all of the features of larger desktop computers and are a very good solution if you need a fully functional computer that you can take from one place to another.

Ludmilla is planning to buy a special type of CPU for her notebook computer that changes speed,and therefore power consumption,in response to fluctuation in use.She is looking for a ____.

Utility software manages how your hardware devices work together.

BioNext,a genomics research facility,uses scanners that are used to scan some human physical attributes like fingerprints or irises for security purposes.BioNext is using ____.

_____ is the little dark rectangle that you use to move the cursor with your finger,often found on notebook computers.

A _____ digit is the smallest unit of information that your computer can process.

A port is a special type of CPU.

Michael wants to wirelessly connect his cell phone to a computer.Which of the following can assist him in doing this?

_____ are used to convert information that exists in visible form into electronic form.

Storage devices are tools you use to store _____ for use at a later time.

_____ software is application software that is unique to a particular industry.

xD Picture Cards,SD cards,and CF Cards are examples of which of the following?

Which of the following helps you develop databases and use the information stored in them?

Greenzone,a utility software,can be used to remove those software from your hard disk that you no longer want.Greenzone is an example of a(n)____.

Application software is the software that enables you to solve specific problems or perform specific tasks.

The advantage of a(n)_____ technology is that it produces brighter,more efficient,and thinner displays than traditional LCDs.