Computing Essentials Review

Which step is part of the computing cycle?

• Data
• Import
• Output
• Software

Which is one of the reasons people did not have home computers before the 1970s?

• People didn't want to learn about computers.
• There were no reasons to have a home computer.
• Most people thought computers were a passing fad and would go away.
• Most computers were too large and expensive for home use.

Which computer type is most expensive?

• Supercomputer
• Microcomputer
• Notebook computer
• Mainframe computer

Which type of computer is commonly used to quickly process multiple transactions?

• Mainframe computer
• Supercomputer
• Microprocessor
• Microcomputer

Richard works for the US Department of Labor in the data collection department.  What kind of computer is the US Department of Labor most likely using?

• Tablet
• Mainframe
• Microcomputer
• Macrocomputer

Identify the component that protects the internal hardware of the computer system unit.

• RAM
• Case
• Hard drive
• Power supply

Which component is the brain of the computer?

• CPU
• RAM
• Hard drive
• Motherboard

Which of the following is an input device?

• Monitor
• Projector
• Speakers
• Keyboard

Which of the following is an output device?

• Mouse
• Monitor
• Keyboard
• Microphone

What mobile operating system comes preloaded with an online store called The App Store?

• Mac OS
• Apple iOS
• Google Android
• Microsoft Windows