Computer science chapter 2 (correct answers)
All-in-one computer correct answers ...a desktop system unit that houses the
computer's processor, memory, and monitor in a single unit
All in one printer correct answers ...combines the functions of a printer, scanner, copier,
and fax into one machine
application software correct answers the set of programs on a computer that helps a
user carry out tasks such as word processing, sending email, balancing a budget,
creating presentations, editing photos, taking an online course, and playing games
aspect ratio correct answers the width to height proportion of a monitor
binary digit (bit) correct answers ... a digit that corresponds to the on and off states of a
computer switches. A bit contains the value of item 0 or 1
binary language correct answers ...the language computers used to process data into
information, consisting of only the values 0 & 1
Bluetooth technology correct answers ...a type of wireless technology that uses radio
waves to transmit data over short distances
Blu ray disc correct answers ...a method of optical storage for digital data, developed for
storing high definition media
Byte correct answers ...eight binary digits
central processing unit correct answers ...the part of the system unit of a computer that
is responsible for data processing
cloud storage correct answers ...the process of storing data, files, and applications of
the web, which allow access to and manipulation of the files and applications from any
Internet connected device
cold boot correct answers ...the process of starting a computer from a powered down or
off state
compact disc correct answers ...a method of optical storage for digital data, originally
developed for storing digital audio
computer correct answers ...a data processing device that gathers, processes, outputs,
and stores data and information
connectivity port correct answers ...support that enables a computing device to be
connected to other devices or systems such as networks, modems, and the Internet
, data correct answers ...numbers, words, pictures, or sounds that represent facts,
figures, or ideas. The raw input that users have at the start of a job
desktop computer correct answers ...a computer that's intended for you said a single
location. A desktop computer consists of a case that houses the main components of
the computer, plus peripheral devices
Digital video disc correct answers ...a method of optical storage for digital data that has
greater storage capacity than compact discs
digital video interface port correct answers ...video interface technology that new or LCD
monitors, as well as other multimedia devices such as televisions, DVD players, and
projectors, used to connect to a PC
drive bay correct answers ...a special shelf inside a computer that is designed to hold
storage devices
embedded computer correct answers ...especially designed computer chip that resides
inside another device, such as a car. These self-contained computer devices have their
own programming and typically neither receive input from users nor interact with other
systems
Ergonomics correct answers ...how a user setup is your her computer and other
equipment to minimize risk of injury or discomfort
Ethernet port correct answers ...a port that slightly larger than a standard phone jack
and that transfers data speeds up to 10,000 megabytes per second, used to connect a
computer to a DSL or cable modem or to a network
expansion cards correct answers ...a circuit board with specific functions that augment
the computers basic functions and provide connections to other devices, examples
include the sound card and the video card
external hard drive correct answers ...a hard drive that is enclosed in a protective case
to make it portable, the drive is connected to the computer with a data transfer cable
and is often used to back up data
firewire 800 correct answers ...an interface port that transfers data at 800 megabytes
per second
flash drive correct answers ...a drive that plugs into a universal serial bus port on a
computer and that stores data digitally. Also called a USB Drive, jump drive, or thumb
drive
All-in-one computer correct answers ...a desktop system unit that houses the
computer's processor, memory, and monitor in a single unit
All in one printer correct answers ...combines the functions of a printer, scanner, copier,
and fax into one machine
application software correct answers the set of programs on a computer that helps a
user carry out tasks such as word processing, sending email, balancing a budget,
creating presentations, editing photos, taking an online course, and playing games
aspect ratio correct answers the width to height proportion of a monitor
binary digit (bit) correct answers ... a digit that corresponds to the on and off states of a
computer switches. A bit contains the value of item 0 or 1
binary language correct answers ...the language computers used to process data into
information, consisting of only the values 0 & 1
Bluetooth technology correct answers ...a type of wireless technology that uses radio
waves to transmit data over short distances
Blu ray disc correct answers ...a method of optical storage for digital data, developed for
storing high definition media
Byte correct answers ...eight binary digits
central processing unit correct answers ...the part of the system unit of a computer that
is responsible for data processing
cloud storage correct answers ...the process of storing data, files, and applications of
the web, which allow access to and manipulation of the files and applications from any
Internet connected device
cold boot correct answers ...the process of starting a computer from a powered down or
off state
compact disc correct answers ...a method of optical storage for digital data, originally
developed for storing digital audio
computer correct answers ...a data processing device that gathers, processes, outputs,
and stores data and information
connectivity port correct answers ...support that enables a computing device to be
connected to other devices or systems such as networks, modems, and the Internet
, data correct answers ...numbers, words, pictures, or sounds that represent facts,
figures, or ideas. The raw input that users have at the start of a job
desktop computer correct answers ...a computer that's intended for you said a single
location. A desktop computer consists of a case that houses the main components of
the computer, plus peripheral devices
Digital video disc correct answers ...a method of optical storage for digital data that has
greater storage capacity than compact discs
digital video interface port correct answers ...video interface technology that new or LCD
monitors, as well as other multimedia devices such as televisions, DVD players, and
projectors, used to connect to a PC
drive bay correct answers ...a special shelf inside a computer that is designed to hold
storage devices
embedded computer correct answers ...especially designed computer chip that resides
inside another device, such as a car. These self-contained computer devices have their
own programming and typically neither receive input from users nor interact with other
systems
Ergonomics correct answers ...how a user setup is your her computer and other
equipment to minimize risk of injury or discomfort
Ethernet port correct answers ...a port that slightly larger than a standard phone jack
and that transfers data speeds up to 10,000 megabytes per second, used to connect a
computer to a DSL or cable modem or to a network
expansion cards correct answers ...a circuit board with specific functions that augment
the computers basic functions and provide connections to other devices, examples
include the sound card and the video card
external hard drive correct answers ...a hard drive that is enclosed in a protective case
to make it portable, the drive is connected to the computer with a data transfer cable
and is often used to back up data
firewire 800 correct answers ...an interface port that transfers data at 800 megabytes
per second
flash drive correct answers ...a drive that plugs into a universal serial bus port on a
computer and that stores data digitally. Also called a USB Drive, jump drive, or thumb
drive
