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Computer Applications

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  • Q1
    Access keys
    shortcut keys; keys used in combination to create actions or functions in a software package (non breaking spaces, em dash)
    30s
  • Q2
    Application software
    any program that processes data for the user (inventory, payroll, spreadsheet, word processor, etc.)
    30s
  • Q3
    Close
    processing of quitting the open window or application
    30s
  • Q4
    Cursor
    insertion point in a document in the form of a blinking vertical line on the screen
    30s
  • Q5
    Default
    the current setting or action taken by hardware or software if the user has not specified otherwise
    30s
  • Q6
    Folder
    location to save a document and organize many files
    30s
  • Q7
    Hardware
    physical components of a computer(CPU, keyboard, monitor, printer)
    30s
  • Q8
    Input device
    hardware used to enter various types of data into a computer, such as a mouse, microphone, pen tablet, etc.
    30s
  • Q9
    Log in
    the process of gaining entry into a computer or network
    30s
  • Q10
    Maximize
    make window larger
    30s
  • Q11
    Minimize
    make window smaller; shrink to an icon on the taskbar
    30s
  • Q12
    Mouse
    hardware used to move cursor around a document or select menus
    30s
  • Q13
    Network
    a system that transmits any combination of voice, video, or data between users; includes the network operating system in the client and server machines, the cables connecting them, and all supporting hardware in between - such as bridges, routers and switches, antennas and towers
    30s
  • Q14
    Operating System
    the software that runs on a computer that is responsible for file management, disks, peripherals, and the general operation of the computer system (such as Windows, Mac OS)
    30s
  • Q15
    Output device
    hardware that lets the user view or hear processed data
    30s

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