Computer basics quiz.
Tech class quiz in computer basics.
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- RAM
- Random Access Memory is the second form of memory used inside computers. RAM memory is completely erased when the power is turned off.
- CTRL-V
- will paste whatever is in memory into the location where the cursor is currently located.
- Downloading
- is a file is the act of transferring a file from a network (usually the internet) to your computer.
- File
- Every document (whether it is an MP3, a text file, or a program) is stored in a file.
- Folder
- Folders, also called directories, allow one to group files together in one location for organizational purposes.
- CPU
- it is responsible for all of the decision making (calculations) that occur inside the computer. It is the most important part of your computer. It is also the most expensive!
- CTRL-C
- makes a copy of the current selection and stores it in memory.
- CTRL-X
- hotkey moves the current selection to memory. The selection will be erased once the more is final (pasted).
- Uploading
- Is when you transfer things from your computer to the internet.
- Video Card
- The Video Card is the component that translates the information for your monitor.
- Motherboard
- The motherboard is simply the board that connects all computer parts together. It is the largest part of the computer.
- CTRL-A
- Selects all.
- Extensions
- Extensions are usually short consisting of three or four letters.
- Hard drive
- The hard drive is the component that stores all your files. It is one of two forms of memory that your computer has. Hard drives continue to store your files even when your computer is off.
- Print Screen key
- makes a copy of your entire screen in memory. You can then paste that in a graphic editor such as Paint.