Computer Basics-Lesson 1

A machine that processes data and perform tasks according to a set of instructions is a__________.

Computers control the __________ that regulate the flow of traffic at busy intersections on your way to school.

Microcomputers are used to operate the __________ and the wireless network you use to communicate with others.

How Computers Process Information: Five (5) Steps:

Computer equipment consists of physical components known as __________.

__________ is the name used for a piece of hardware that works with the CPU.

The letters (acronym) “CPU“ stands for __________.

The CPU is considered the “brains of the computer,” located on the __________.

__________ ports can be used to connect the computer to various types of peripheral devices.

Instructions used to tell the computer what to do with data is called __________.

__________ is a set of step-by-step instructions for the computer.

__________ (OSs) such as Microsoft Windows and Macintosh are important kinds of software that provides the user interface between you and the computer.

The operating system is the most __________ piece of software.

The __________is also used to store and organize data files.

__________provide another way to accomplish specific tasks such as finding directions, browsing multimedia content, sending an e-mail or creating office documents such as presentations and spreadsheets.

Online applications (apps) are available on the Web and are viewed from within your Web __________.

Many people use software called __________or freeware that can be downloaded from the Internet.

__________ is copyrighted commercial software that you can use on a trial basis before deciding to purchase it.

__________ is commercial or privately developed software you can download and use it for free.