Flashcards: Introduction to Computer Fundamentals — 22 cards

Computer — definition?

An electronic device that processes information.

CPU — role?

Performs calculations and runs programs.

RAM — function?

Stores temporary data for quick access.

Computer case — purpose?

Houses all internal components.

Motherboard — role?

Connects components for communication.

Hard drive — function?

Stores data permanently.

Graphics card — role?

Displays images on the monitor.

Writing descriptions — adjectives?

Use order: opinion, size, shape, age, color, material.

What is a computer?

An electronic device for information tasks.

Computer types — mainframe?

Supports thousands of users; large and expensive.

Supercomputer — benefit?

Extremely fast; used for complex calculations.

Microcomputer — users?

Designed for one user at a time.

Prepositions of place?

Describe location (in, on, under, etc.).

Prepositions of movement?

Describe motion (into, out of, past, etc.).

HDD magnetized area — danger?

A magnet can erase stored data.

Computer in medicine?

Stores and analyzes medical data; monitors patients.

Both, either, neither — meaning?

Expresses options or negations between two items.

Uses of computers — fields?

Business, education, healthcare, science, security.

Computer debate — pro?

Supports benefits of computer use.

Computer debate — anti?

Highlights downsides of computer use.

Computer types — size, users?

Super: fast, few programs; Mainframe: many users; Mini: 4-200; Micro: one.

Magnet near HDD — effect?

Can damage stored data by interference.