Chapter 1
1.Raw, unprocessed facts, including text, numbers, images, and sounds.
a.data
2.Perform specific tasks related to managing computer resources.
h. utilities
3.Type of application programs that are more narrowly focused on specific
disciplines and occupations.
f. specialized
4.Also known as servers. b. midrange computers
5.The most widely used handheld computers are smartphones and ___.
d. PDAs
6.Type of memory that is sometimes referred to as temporary storage because
its contents will typically be lost if the electrical power to the computer is disrupted. e. RAM
7.The most important kinds of secondary media are hard disks, solid-state
storage, and ___. c. optical disks
8.The type of solid-state drive widely used for transporting data and
information between computers and a variety of specialty devices.
g. USB
9.Type of file created by electronic spreadsheets to analyze things like budgets
and to predict sales.
i. worksheet