Common Computer Tech Terms

Betty prepares for her computer exam. She does not understand the concept of an operating system. She calls you for help. How will you define operating system for Betty?

You want to type text to create a story in a word-processing program. Which of the following hardware components will you use to do this?

You notice that your friend is using a calculator on his computer. In which of the following categories does the calculator belong?

Your grandfather watches you working on your computer at home. He recently heard about the Internet and wants to know what it is. How will you define the Internet to him?

Your uncle sets up a new office that includes 10 computers. He wants the computers and their associated devices to be linked together so that they share files and resources, such as printers and scanners. What is this called?

Several devices are connected to your computer, and you want to share the devices with the other computers on the network. Which of the following devices can you share with other computers?r

Samantha wants to use her computer to record her voice. Which hardware component of the computer will she use to do this?

You are paying for your visit to a doctor in a hospital. You ask for a payment receipt. Which hardware component can produce your payment receipt on paper?

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