Exam 5: Essential: Understanding Essential Computer Concepts

Technical information about hardware components on a computer are called configurations . _________________________

​What is essentially a robot that deposits multiple layers of material (typically heated plastic) onto a surface?

Which of the following is NOT a personal computer?

____ are thin computers that do not have an external keyboard or mouse.

In the accompanying figure, each of the items labeled "workstation"  must have a network interface card installed.

Critical Thinking Questions Case 1-2 You have been chosen to upgrade the computer system for the local volunteer association. You want to purchase a system that will still be useful for several years. You want the computer to be able to run faster. What is the easiest thing you can add to make this happen?

Megahertz is a measurement of ____.

Special high-speed memory located on or near the microprocessor's is called ____.

​The motherboard is a circuit board.

Which of the following is a personal computer?

If a keyboard is _________________________, this means that is has been designed to fit the natural placement of your hands and may reduce the risk of repetitive-motion injuries.

____ manage the system resources of a computer so programs can run properly.

Utility software helps analyze, optimize, configure, and maintain a computer. _________________________

The printer in the accompanying figure is considered a client.

RAM is often referred to as ____ memory.

A(n) system resource is any part of the computer system, including memory, storage devices, and the microprocessor. _________________________

A computer sees the world as series of __________ digits or bits.​

The physical components of a computer are referred to as ____.

An input device is any hardware peripheral that communicates the results of data processing.

​Most computers sold today come with 32-bit processors.