Exam 2: Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts

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A(n)________ microphone picks up sounds coming from all directions at once and is well suited for conference calls.

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An SD card is an example of a(n)________ card.

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flash memory
memory
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________ is the set of computer programs that allows the hardware to perform different tasks.

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Software

________ is a representation of a fact, a figure, or an idea and can be a number, a word, a picture, or even a recording of sound.

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________ is a power-saving mode that stores data to a computer's hard drive instead of to its memory.

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All of the following are examples of nonvolatile storage EXCEPT ________.

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Dropbox is an example of ________.

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A(n)________ CPU has two processing paths, allowing it to process more than one instruction at a time.

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Which computer port transmits audio and video without the need for compression?

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A(n)________ is a small camera that sits on top of a monitor and can be used to transmit live video.

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The number of pixels displayed on the screen is known as ________.

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A connectivity port which transfers data at speeds up to 10,000 Mbps is ________.

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In binary language, each letter of the alphabet, each number, and each special symbol is made up of a unique combination of eight ________.

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Match each of the following terms to its meaning:
software
data organized in a meaningful way
hardware
computer programs
processing
turning data into information
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software
data organized in a meaningful way
hardware
computer programs
processing
turning data into information
information
represents a fact, figure, or idea
data
physical components of a computer
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Apple's OS X and Microsoft Windows are examples of ________ software.

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Most game controllers are wireless.

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An Apple iPad and a Samsung Galaxy Tab are examples of ________ computers.

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A(n)________ is an input device that looks like a pen.

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Starting a computer when it is powered off is called a warm boot.

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All of the following are names for a flash drive EXCEPT ________ drive.

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