What is software?, instructions that tell the hardware what to do, flexible parts of a computer case, any part of the computer that has a physical structure, clothing designed to be worn by computer users, Which of the following are types of computer hardware? Select all that apply., Keyboard, Microsoft Windows, Processor, Firefox, Hard drive, RAM, The computer’s main circuit board is called a ________., hard drive, monitor, motherboard, Bluetooth card, Which feature is being used in this image?, Touchpad, Webcam, USB port, Wi-Fi, What is Wi-Fi?, An extra-wide computer case used by servers, A type of software that scans for viruses, A type of sound card, A type of wireless network, Windows, macOS, Android and Linux are examples of ________., PC, web browsers, operating systems, mobile devices, True or False: You cannot get a computer virus if you install antivirus software., True, False, Fitness trackers and smartwatches are examples of…, Wearables, Smart Phones, Sport Clothes, TV, Which operating system is found on the IPad you use in class?, Android, iOS, Windows, Linux, True or False: Each computer is different, so the buttons, ports, and sockets will vary from computer to computer., True, False, What is the purpose of a scanner?, to print documents, to control computer games using some of the hardware, to copy physical images/documents and save them as digital images, to record sound, Which operating system is found on the PC in the ICT Lab?, MacOS, iOS, Windows, Linux, What is the function of a CPU?, to control the computer’s power supply, to send information to the printer or scanner, to control the computer’s Internet connection, to carry out commands, If your computer is sluggish when you have several programs open, this could be a sign that…, the hard drive can only store software, but not other documents and files., it doesn’t have a network card., static electricity is building up., it doesn’t have enough RAM., True or False: AC adapters are interchangeable; in other words, they can be paired with different laptop brands., True, False, What is an app?, a type of software that allows you to perform specific tasks, a keyboard that you can easily transport, a type of hardware you can install, a type of touch-sensitive screen, What is the function of a surge protector?, It connects your computer to the Internet., It protects your computer from electrical surges., It provides temporary power if there is a power outage., static electricity is building up, When something is “in the cloud,” this means it’s stored…, on a web browser., on your computer’s hard drive., remotely, on Internet servers., on a hotspot., If you spill liquid on your keyboard, shut down your computer, disconnect the keyboard, and…, call your Internet provider immediately., use a paper towel in between the keys., turn the keyboard upside down., toss it in the trash, since the damage is irreversible., Ergonomic keyboards and chairs are designed to…, be less comfortable, in order to increase productivity., be more comfortable, in order to avoid injury., more cheaply made., vibrate, in order to signal when you need to take a break.

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