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CS 1111

Chapters 1 and 2

QuestionAnswer
What is Data? Raw, unorganized facts
What is optical computers? process data using light instead of electrons
what is Processing called? CPU
What is Boot? the process in which you start the computer
is it better to copy a file from a usb flash drive to a hard drive to editing instead of working directly with the document on the usb flash drive? its better to work on the hard drive to make changes.
What are some of the computers that fit in our everyday life? name 3 of them. embedded computers, mobile devices, personal computers, mid-range servers, main frame computers, super computers
what is an embedded computer? tiny computer that is designed to perform specific tasks for functions
when would an individual want to use a tablet pc for his or her primary computer? its a great set up for a mobile computer but dont think that it will ever replace a keyboard or mouse. it provides the most flexibility for computing.
.com is intended for what purposes? commercial uses
.mil is intended for what purposes? military organizations
Central Processing unit is called? CPU
ROM means Read only memory
T/F A heating elements makes the ink boil, which causes a steam bubble to form. in an inkjet printer true
data is stored magnetically or optically on most storage media t/f True
sectors are what? a track that is divided into multiple sectors for data organizations
track is what? a single grooved track spirals from the center of the disk going outwords.
what is a file name a name that you give a file so that you remember what it is when you save it
what is a smart card (describe) a credit card sized piece of plastic that contains computer circuitry and componets
what is a ribbon? a new feature of Microsoft office 2007
what term is modem used for? a device that connects a computer to another computer or to a network.
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