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PC Basics
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- 1What is an input device?An input device is something that you use to send data from a device to a different device. (Phone)
- 2What is an output device?A user will enter an output to a computer system. (Printer)
- 3What is a storage device?A storage device is something that you can store anything like a document or a photograph on. (Hard Drive)
- 4What is the purpose of a power supply?Provides power towards the computer/PC
- 5What is the purpose of the computer case?A box that contains most of the main components in a computer/PC
- 6What is the purpose of the motherboard?The motherboard send all of the signals from the main components to the computer screen
- 7What is the purpose of the Processor?The place where all the processes are carried out
- 8What is the purpose of the RAM?It contains the current task that is being carried out
- 9What is the purpose of the Hard Drive?Its where all of your pictures,documents and videos are stored on your computer.
- 10What is the purpose of ROM?Stores a program used to boot up the computer. This is called the bootstrap loader
- 11What is a repetitive strain injury (RSI) and what causes them?It can be caused by using a computer for too long without having a break.
- 12What is the cause of back injuries when using a computer?It can be caused due to sitting in an uncomfortable position or due to not having a foot rest.
- 13What is eye strain and what is the cause?Eye strain is when your eyes have become really painful due to you spending to much time staring at a screen without taking a break.
- 14By law, what do employers have to provide for their employees? (in regards to working with computers)They have to give you an adjustable chair,foot supports,suitable lighting and spacious work areas
- 15What is the purpose of Binary?The purpose of it is for the computer to store data
- 16How many bits are in a Binary number?There are 8 bits per code
- 17Know how to convert from Binary to Denary?You will have a set number and then you will add up numbers to get the binary code so you would just do the inverse of it.
- 18Know how to convert from Denary to BinaryYou will have a set number and then you will add up numbers to get the binary code
- 19What devices do you need to connect to the internet?You will need a PC, Network Interface Card, Router and Modem.
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- Flashcards on PC Basics, created by William Askew on 26/09/2018.
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