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a device that resides outside of the computer but is still considered hardware.
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What does the term "best practice"
1 peripheral device 2
refer to?
Which type of software is responsible
What component is essential for a
for managing computer hardware,
3 group of computers to connect to one 4
running applications, and controlling
network?
peripherals?
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What does the term "best practice" The most effective way of arriving at a desired
refer to? outcome
What does Moore's Law state about Computing processing power doubles every 18
computing technology? months.
, What hardware component performs Central processing unit (CPU)
most of the calculations for a
computer?
What is the defining characteristic of Performs a specific task for the user.
application software?
Which type of software is responsible Systems software
for managing computer hardware,
running applications, and controlling
peripherals?
Which category of computer does a Microcomputer
business laptop belong to?
Which type of memory is crucial to a Virtual
computer's ability to perform
multitasking effectively?
Which type of computer category Handheld computer
does a smartphone belong to?
How does a peripheral device As a shared resource utilized by multiple end users
function in a network?
What makes a passphrase a beneficial It is secure and easy to remember.
choice for a password?
What is a computer network? Two or more computers connected to share
resources and communicate
peripheral device a device that resides outside of the computer but is
still considered hardware.
How does creating an office network Client computers' software updates can be done at
simplify the maintenance of employee once from the server.
workstations?