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Question | Answer |
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four functions of a computer? | input, processing, output, storage |
input device | A computer collects data or instructions from the user via keyboard, mouse, etc. |
storage | The computer saves data or instructions in its memory for use during processing |
processing | The computer interprets the data entered. |
central processing unit | the brain of the computer |
output device | The computer displays or produces processed information for the user via something that you see or hear |
hardware | any part of the computer that ou can touch |
peripheral | is a device connected to a computer, but not part of it. |
software | Computer software carries out the four functions |
operating system software | Responsible for running software and hardware. |
OS example | Linux, Windows, and iOS |
application software | Application software is designed to allow users to perform specific tasks |
network | Two or more computers connected by cable or radio signals |
LAN | local area network |
WAN | wide area network |
topology | is the physical layout of computers |
bus | All computers and peripherals are attached to one main cable |
star | All computers and peripherals are attached to a central hub |
program files | Software applications (i.e. video games, word processors, etc.) |
.docx | microsoft word document |
pptx | microsoft powerpoint file |
xlsx | microsoft exel file |
exe | Windows Executable File |
zip | compressed zipped file |
wma | Windows Media Audio |
wav | Wave Audio File |
gif | Graphical Interchange Format |
social bookmarking | Easy to access to bookmarked webpage from any computer, anywhere (i.e. Diigo). |
electronic research database | Collections of journal & magazine articles (i.e. Statistics Canada, HWDSB Virtual Library) |
advantages of a database | -Information is well organized -Provide information in known sources -Content has undergone a review process |
what makes a good source | -Usefulness -Accuracy -Validity -Bias -Currency |
internet search tips | -Be Specific -Exclude things -Be demanding -Keeping the word together -Canadian searching -Specialized searching |