CGS1060C MIDTERM EXAM LATEST UPDATED
when an operating system employs memory,it swaps files to the hard disk. - ANS-virtual memory
the data stored ... [Show More] in - is saved even when a computer has been powered off. - ANS-Rom
Flash memory is an example of - memory. - ANS-programmable memory.
when the computer is shut down, the information in - is erased. - ANS-Ram
memory chips or modules hold data and programs as they are being processed by the -, and are usually found on the motherboard. - ANS-CPU
USB flash drives and camera memory cards are types of -storage - ANS-solid state storage
CDs and DVDs are types of- storage - ANS-optical storage
data stored on a tape is -, so it requires you to forward or rewind the tape to access information - ANS-sequential
data stored on a hard disk uses - access, so you can go directly to the area of the drive where the data is stored - ANS-random or direct
hard drives with read/write heads that move over the surface of platters are a type of- storage - ANS-magnetic storage
performs arithmetic and logic functions in the CPU - ANS-ALU
the smallest unit of time a processor can measure - ANS-cycle
sets the speed at which the CPU executes the instructions - ANS-processor clock
the " brain" of a computer - ANS-CPU
an electronic channel that transfers data in multiple directions - ANS-bus
a processing technique, an operating system uses to process many parts of a single program - ANS-multithreading
part of the hard drive that the operating system uses as additional RAM - ANS-virtual memory
a processing technique an operating system uses to divide one task among many processors - ANS-parallel processing
a processing technique an operating system can use if the computer has many processors - ANS-multiprocessing
a key task that operating systems perform to use RAM efficiently - ANS-memory management
the type of software that lets you copy, move, rename, and delete files and folders - ANS-file management software
the type of software you use most directly to perform tasks such as writing a screenplay - ANS-application software
the software that runs a computer - ANS-system software
the type of software that performs a specific, limited task usually related to managing or maintaining a computer system - ANS-utility software
a collection of major operating system updates - ANS-service pack
the keys on your keyboard are sticky - ANS-clean the device
your computer is running very slowly and you can no longer run your favorite program on your computer - ANS-remove unwanted files
your wireless mouse is unresponsive,and the pointer is not moving - ANS-change the batteries
the monitor attached to your computer is blank and makes no sound when you turn it on - ANS-plug in power cord
your desktop computer won't work at all even though it's plugged in and has been turned on - ANS-call a technician
use cleaning products specifically meant for computer screens, such as a 50/50 solution of - and water - ANS-alcohol
-,state drives,which have no moving parts,are less likely to be damaged by dirt and impact,but should still be treated with care. - ANS-solid state drives
store the - cards from your digital camera in their cases when not in the camera - ANS-memory cards
store backup discs for DVDs and other optical media in - or protective cases to keep them safe from scratches and dirt - ANS-sleeves
replace - regularly on wireless mice and keyboards so the power does not run out when you need it most - ANS-batteries
you move this handheld device on a flat surface to manipulate the pointer on the screen - ANS-a mouse
a flat surface, often found on laptop computers, that can be used instead of a mouse - ANS-the touchpad on a computer
a pointing device used primarily for computer gaming systems - ANS-a pointer or joystick
this device can be used with a tablet computer to draw, enter data, and make selections on screen - ANS-a stylus
a pressure-sensitive device shaped like a pencil eraser in some laptop computers - ANS-the red button on the keyboard
selects an object - ANS-clicking
zooms in on an image or document - ANS-pinching
issues a command or starts a program - ANS-double-clicking
displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu - ANS-right-clicking
moves a selected object from one place to another on the screen - ANS-dragging
the - is the long bar below the letter keys on the keyboard - ANS-spacebar
you use a - key in conjunction with other keys to issue a command - ANS-modifier key
pressing the - key switches the navigation keypad to the numeric keypad - ANS-numlock key
the asterisk (*) and forward slash (/) are examples of this type of key - ANS-mathematical operator
the right arrow key is an example of this type of key - ANS-navigation
using- software, you can edit and print digital images - ANS-graphics
you can create, edit, format, and print documents like letters and reports with - software - ANS-word processing
application software programs for mobile devices like smartphones and tablets are often called - ANS-apps
you can perform numerical calculations enhanced with charts and tables using - software - ANS-spreadsheet
businesses use - programs to maintain records on thousands, even millions, of customers or inventory items - ANS-database [Show Less]
