Concepts Review Lesson 1

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True/False Questions

1- The primary chip on a personal computer system board is called a microprocessor.


2- A megabyte is larger than a gigabyte.


3- Software designed to help you get work done is called user data files.


4- A computer's RAM works just like the storage space on the hard drive.


5- The sharpness of a printer's output is measured by its resolution.


6- The latest, fastest microprocessor is always the best choice for a new computer.


7- The image you see on the computer's monitor (screen) is made up of pixels.


8- Floppy disks can hold just as much data as hard drives.


9- Software that controls the computer's basic functions is called an operating system.


10- Because they are much smaller, notebook computers generally cost less than desktop computers.


Multiple Choice Questions

1- Which statement best describes how you should shop for a new computer?


2- Hardware components that are outside the system unit case are called:


3- Among the health risks of working with computers are the following:


4- The three primary types of software are:


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Revised: July 23, 2000