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CAI Unit 1
CAI Unit 1 - End of Course Prep
Question | Answer |
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Access Keys | Shortcut keys; keys used in combination to create actions or functions in a software package (nonbreaking spaces, dash) |
Application Software | Any program that processes data for the user(carry out tasks such as word processing, sending e-mail, balancing a budget, creating presentations, editing photos, taking an online course, and playing games). |
Close | The process of quitting the open window or applicaiton. |
Cursor | The insertion point in a document in the form of a blinking vertical line on the screen. |
Default | The current setting or action taken by hardware or software if the user has not specified otherwise. |
Folder | The location to save a document and organize many files. |
Hardware | Marchinery and equipment (CPU, keyboard, monitor, printer) |
Input Device | Hardware used to enter various types of data into a computer, such as a mouse, keyboard, microphone, pen tablet, etc. |
Log In | The process of gaining entry into a computer or network |
Maximize | Make a window larger |
Minimize | Make window smaller; shrink to an icon on the taskbar |
Mouse | Hardware used to move a cursor around a document or select menus. |
Network | A system that transmits any combination of voice, video, or data between users; includes network operating system in client and server machines, connecting cables, & all supporting hardware in between (bridges, routers and switches, antennas and towers). |
Operating System | The software that runs on a computer that is responsible for file management, disks, peripherals, and the general operation of the computer system (such as Windows, Mac OS). |
Output Device | Hardware that lets the user view or hear processed data. |
Password | Keyword used to access information on a network, Web site, etc. |
Restore | To refresh or bring back to original position or size. |
Save | The process of naming and storing a file for use at a later time. |
Save As | The process of renaming a file that already exists. |
Shortcut Keys | Keyboard combinations used to perform certain tasks, such as printing, saving, copying, bolding, etc. |
Shut-down | The process of closing all application and the operating system. |
Software | Instructions for the computer; a series of instructions that perform a particular task is called a program. |
Standalone | A computer that is not permanently connected to a local area network (LAN) or wide area network (WAN). |
Start-up | The process of turning on the computer and logging into the operating system. |
System Software | Software made up of control programs, such as the operating system and database management system (DBMS). |
Taskbar | An onscreen toolbar that displays the active applications (tasks); clicking on the taskbar button restores the application to its previous appearance. |
Text File | A file that holds text without any formatting and can be opened in numerous applications. |