A photo printer converts data from the computer into a beam of light that is focused on a photo-conductor drum, forming the images to be printed.
One kilobyte (K or KB) equals approximately ____ memory locations
With a(n)
mouse, you control the movement of the pointer on the screen and make selections from the screen.
Magnetic disks use magnetic particles to store items such as data, instructions, and information on a disk’s surface.
If you spend a lot of time attending lectures or meetings, then the pure ____ is ideal.
A mouse is an ____ device
____ computers are a good option if you work mostly in one place and have plenty of space in your work area.
__________ conveys meaning and is useful to one or more people.
A Web
pagecan contain text, graphics, audio, and video, and has built-in connections, or links, to other Web documents.
Passive-matrix screens display high-quality color that is viewable from all angles.
People who use the computer directly or use the information it provides are called computer users, end users, or sometimes, just users.
Backup
is the process of dividing the disk into tracks and sectors.
__________ is a duplicate of a file, program, or disk that you can use in case the original is lost, damaged, or destroyed.
Although CDs have large storage capacities, even a CD cannot hold many of today’s complex programs.
The disadvantages of mobile computers, such as lower processor speeds, poor-quality monitors, weight, short battery life, and significantly higher prices, prevent companies from buying these computers for their staffs even today.
If your computer has a(n)
modem, then you can access the Internet using a standard telephone line.
A key advantage of word processing software is that users easily can make changes in documents, such as correcting spelling; changing margins; and adding, deleting, or relocating entire paragraphs.
A URL consists of a ____, a domain name, sometimes the path to a specific Web page or location in a Web page, and the Web page name.
A __________ is a small metal or plastic device that looks like a ballpoint pen, but uses pressure instead of ink to write, draw, or make selections.
Most notebook computers come with a touch pad, a small, flat, rectangular pointing device near the keyboard that allows you to move the pointer by sliding a fingertip on the surface of the pad. Such a device is a mouse.
What is the most popular type of flat panel monitor?
Most devices connected to the computer communicate with the monitor to carry out a task.
A __________ is an erasable optical disc you can write on multiple times as you wish.
CD-RW (compact disc - re-writeable)
An electronic device, operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory.
1. accept data (input) 2. process the data according to specific rules (process) 3. produce results (output) 4. store the results for future use (storage)
What are the six primary components of a computer?
1. input devices 2. processor (control unit and arithmetic/logic unit) 3. memory 4. output devices 5. storage devices 6. communication devices
The processor, memory, and storage devices are housed in a box-like case called the _____.
system unit (storage unit)
An __________ is any hardware component that allows you to enter data, programs, commands, and user responses into a computer.
A __________ is an input device that contains keys you press to enter data into the computer
A __________ is a small metal or plastic device that looks like a ballpoint pen, but uses pressure instead of ink to write, draw, or make selections.
_____ often include a digital camera so users can send pictures and videos to others.
A ___ is a pointing device that fits comfortably under the palm of your hand.
mouse (most notebook computers come with a touch pad)
A case that contains electronic components of the computer used to process data is a _____.
The ______ interprets and carries out the basic instructions that operate a computer.
______ consists of electronic components that temporarily stores instructions waiting to be executed by the processor, data needed by those instructions, and the results of processed data.
__________ make information resulting from processing available for use.
An __________ prints by striking an inked ribbon against the paper.
______ from characters by means other than striking a ribbon against paper
non impact printers. ex. inkjet (photo printers) , Laser
A __________ is an output device that visually conveys text, graphics, and video information.
Display Device
Ex- Monitor
- flat panel monitor- lcd
-CRT
A __________, also called a __________, is used to store instructions, data, and information when they are not being used in memory.
______use magnetic particles to store items on a disk's surface
magnetic disks (ex- formatting, track, sectors, portable storage medium)
A ____ is a storage device that contains one or more inflexible, circular platters that magnetically stores data, instructions, and information.
hard disk (ex- head crash, back up)
A ___ is an inexpensive portable storage medium.
An ____ is a portable storage medium that consists of a flat, round, portable disc made of metal, plastic, and lacquer that is written and read by a loser.
____ is a magnetically coated ribbon of plastic housed in a tape cartridge.
______ are rewrite-able media usually in the form of a flash memory card, USB flash drive, or a smart card.
Miniature mobile storage media
A ____ stores data in a thin microprocessor embedded in the card
__________ consists of programs to control the operations of computer equipment.
System Software
ex-
1.operating system, Microsoft windows vista, XP, Apple Mac OS X, Linux
2. booting
3. graphical user interface (GUI) - icon
____ consists of programs designed to make users more productive and/or assist them w/ personal tasks.
application software ex- word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation graphics
A ___ is a collection of computers and devices connected together, often wireless, via communications devices and transmission media.
network ex: local area network- LAN, wide area network- WAN
The world's largest network is the ______, which is a worldwide collection of networks that connects millions of businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, and individuals.
Internet Service Provider
WIRELESS INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDER
The World Wide Web contains billions of documents called _____.
When you conduct business activities online, you are participating in electronic commerce, known as ______.