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MGCCC Computer Applications I -
Vocab Test 1 Study Guide with Complete
Solutions
A Computer - Answer✔✔-A programmable electronic device that can input, process, output and store
data.
Programmable - Answer✔✔-means that a device can be instructed to perform a task or a function when
fed with a program or software.
Data - Answer✔✔-represents text, numbers, graphics, sounds and videos entered into the computer's
memory during input operations.
Information - Answer✔✔-is data that has been processed so that it can be presented in an organized and
meaningful way.
4 Basic Computer Functions - Answer✔✔-Functions work in a cycle known as the Information Processing
Cycle
◦INPUT - The computer gathers data or enables a user to enter data
◦PROCESS - Data is manipulated and converted into information
◦OUTPUT - Information is displayed or shown to the user in a way that is understandable
◦STORAGE - Data and/or information is stored for future use
Types of Computers - Answer✔✔--Desktop - PCs or Macs
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-Gaming Computers
-Notebook
-Tablet Computers
-Mobile devices
-Servers
-Mainframes
-Supercomputers
-Embedded computers
Microcomputers - Answer✔✔-The main component of the computer is a microprocessor. A
microprocessor is a tiny but powerful chip that is very small in size. They can be configured in a
multitude of arrangements depending on the specific needs and budget. Configure means to put
together by selecting a specific combination of components, features, and options.
Gaming Computers - Answer✔✔--Fast CPUs
-Large amounts of memory
-Special Video Card
-Sound Card
-Joystick/Gamepad
Desktop - Answer✔✔--PCs or Macs
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FIRST PUBLISH SEPTEMBER 2024
MGCCC Computer Applications I -
Vocab Test 1 Study Guide with Complete
Solutions
A Computer - Answer✔✔-A programmable electronic device that can input, process, output and store
data.
Programmable - Answer✔✔-means that a device can be instructed to perform a task or a function when
fed with a program or software.
Data - Answer✔✔-represents text, numbers, graphics, sounds and videos entered into the computer's
memory during input operations.
Information - Answer✔✔-is data that has been processed so that it can be presented in an organized and
meaningful way.
4 Basic Computer Functions - Answer✔✔-Functions work in a cycle known as the Information Processing
Cycle
◦INPUT - The computer gathers data or enables a user to enter data
◦PROCESS - Data is manipulated and converted into information
◦OUTPUT - Information is displayed or shown to the user in a way that is understandable
◦STORAGE - Data and/or information is stored for future use
Types of Computers - Answer✔✔--Desktop - PCs or Macs
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FIRST PUBLISH SEPTEMBER 2024
-Gaming Computers
-Notebook
-Tablet Computers
-Mobile devices
-Servers
-Mainframes
-Supercomputers
-Embedded computers
Microcomputers - Answer✔✔-The main component of the computer is a microprocessor. A
microprocessor is a tiny but powerful chip that is very small in size. They can be configured in a
multitude of arrangements depending on the specific needs and budget. Configure means to put
together by selecting a specific combination of components, features, and options.
Gaming Computers - Answer✔✔--Fast CPUs
-Large amounts of memory
-Special Video Card
-Sound Card
-Joystick/Gamepad
Desktop - Answer✔✔--PCs or Macs
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