Computer Basics Test

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The mouse is known as a navigating device.
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Another name of a video port is a:
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A network can allow only two computers to share an Internet connection
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The ___________________ is responsible for managing the computer's hardware and software resources.
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There are ________ main types of mice.
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In a desktop computer, the Central Processing Unit, or processor, is the:
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You can only set up a home network using a network card and Ethernet cords.
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A ____________________ allows you to use several computers on a single Internet connection.
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The _____________ is the metal and plastic box that contains the main components of a desktop computer.
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Devices plugged into USB ports can be used without rebooting the computer.
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Which of the following items is not a basic part of a desktop computer?
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Press the _______________ to end a program if your computer freezes, or stalls, while you are working.
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_____________ are devices that connect to a computer and disply a video image of whatever it is recording.
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____________________ is any set of instructions that tells the computer what to do.
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The tower case, mouse, and keyboard are examples of
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Which of the following is an optical drive?
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Random Access Memory or RAM is:
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All keyboards and mice use the PS/2 ports.
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Power cords are optional pieces of hardware that make the computer system more useful.
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_______________ is a program that protects your email files, and downloads against harmful software.
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The monitor works with a _____________________ to display images and text on the screen.
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A scanner lets you:
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Although there may be differences in the location of some keys or features, keyboards are not similar.
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What does a computer allow you to do?
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Which of the following is not a basic part of a laptop computer?