2.

01 Classify Computer Components

TERM DEFINITION
Application Software
CD-ROM
Computer
CPU
Data
Floppy Disk
Dot-Matrix Printer
File
Hard Copy
Hard Disk/Hard Drive
Hardware
(IPOS)
Inkjet Printer
Input
Keyboard
Laptop Computer
Laser Printer
Notebook Computer
Output
Peripheral Devices
Processing
RAM
ROM
Scanner
Soft Copy
Software
Storage
System Software
Virus Protection
Software
 The Computer System Graphic Organizer

Hardware Software

Definition: Definition:

Input Devices
I System Software
What they do:
What it does:
Examples:
Examples:

Processing Device
P
What it does: Application Software

Example: What it does:

O Output Devices
Word Processing
Database Software
What they do: Software
Used for:
Examples: Used for:

S Storage Devices
Spreadsheet Software
What they do:
Used for:
Examples:
 VOCABULARY REVIEW

DIRECTIONS: Match the word on the right with the definition on the left
by placing the alphabet of the correct answer on the blank
provided.

____ 1. Memory that is temporary; is lost when WORD LIST

computer is turned off.
____ 2. The brains of the computer.
____ 3. The process of entering information into a A. Input
computer. B. Hardware
____ 4. Information entered into the computer such C. Scanner
as text, numbers, sounds, and images. D. Software
____ 5. The tangible physical equipment that can E. Keyboard
be seen and touched.
F. RAM
____ 6. A device used to send data to a computer to
make a hard copy. G. Storage
____ 7. A device that contains letters, numbers, symbols, H. Soft Copy
function keys; like a typewriter and a numeric I. CPU
keypad. J. Data
____ 8. Programs/Instructions for the computer.
____ 9. Information on the screen.
____10. A device which holds data until it is needed.

DIRECTIONS: Read the following statements. Put T for True and F for
False on the blank space provided.

____ 1. The dot matrix printer produces images with toner.

____ 2. A printer is an output device.
____ 3. A storage device stores data for future use.
____ 4. The inkjet printer receives and processes data..
____ 5. Win 2000 is an example of system software.
 INPUT, OUTPUT, AND STORAGE DEVICES

DIRECTIONS: Identify the following devices as input, output, and storage. Put an I for input, O
for output, S for storage an I/O for devices that can be both input/output on the blank provided.

_____ 1. Hard Disk Drive

_____ 2. Scanner

_____ 3. Light Pen

_____ 4. Microphone

_____ 5. Headset

_____ 6. Printer

_____ 7. Floppy Disk

_____ 8. Modem

_____ 9. Mouse

_____10. CD disc

_____11. Speakers

_____12. Keyboard

_____13. Hard Disk Drive

_____14. Digital Camera

_____15. Joystick

_____16. Projector

_____17. Trackball

_____18. Headset

_____19. Monitor

_____20. Flash Drive

 02.01 ACT 6

WHICH SOFTWARE SHOULD YOU USE?

DIRECTIONS: Read each of the following scenarios and decide which type of software
should be used. Put the letters of the correct software on the blank space
before each scenario.

_____ 1. You want to write you friend in New Jersey a

a letter.

_____ 2. You have been asked to create a flyer for the

SOFTWARE TYPES
Boy Scout’s Sleep-Over.

_____ 3. Mr. Jones has asked you to write a report on AP Application

“Bears in America”. OS Operating System

_____ 4. You have decided to change the color on your

computer screen.

_____ 5. You have been thinking about creating a blog.

_____ 6. You have been asked to create a banner for homecoming.

_____ 7. You want to keep track of your grades in science.

_____ 8. Your mom wants a list of all household items for the insurance company.

_____ 9. You want to load a new game on your computer.

_____10. You have been asked to present a slide show on the NC Zoo in Asheboro, NC.

_____11. You have been asked to create an address book for your class.

_____12. You are doing a science project that requires a chart.

_____13. You have been asked to copy some files to a diskette.

_____14. You need to find some information on Rosa Parks.

_____15. You want to change the screen saver on your computer.

 HARDWARE OR SOFTWARE

DIRECTIONS: Identify the following as software or hardware.

What Am I? Software or Hardware?

1. Cables ___________________________
2. Microsoft Word ___________________________
3. Monitor ___________________________
4. Scanner ___________________________
5. Tablet ___________________________
6. Print Shop ___________________________
7. Light Pen ___________________________
8. Excel ___________________________
9. PowerPoint ___________________________
10. Modem __________________________
11. Keyboard __________________________
12. Virus Protector __________________________
13. Math Blaster __________________________
14. Disk Drive __________________________
15. Printer __________________________

DIRECTIONS: Identify the tasks performed by the following hardware.

I Am My Task
____________________________________
1. Mouse ____________________________________
2. Keyboard ____________________________________
3. CD-ROM Disc ____________________________________
4. Printer ____________________________________
5. Modem ____________________________________
6. Hard Drive ____________________________________
7. Floppy Disk ____________________________________
8. CPU ____________________________________
9. Scanner ____________________________________
10. Digital Camera ____________________________________
11. Speaker ____________________________________
12. Headset ____________________________________
13. Microphone ____________________________________
14. Flash Drive ____________________________________
15. Monitor ____________________________________
 COMPUTER SYSTEM COMPONENTS
DIRECTIONS : Label the following devices as I (Input), P (Processor), S (Storage),
or O (Output) by placing I, P, S, O, on the line.

1. Printer
2. Microphone
3. Flash Drive
4. Keyboard
5. Speakers
6. Monitor
7. CPU
8. Scanner
9. CD-ROM Drive
10. DVD Drive

DIRECTIONS: Answer the following questions in complete sentences.

1. What do input devices do?

2. What are the two most common output devices?

3. What is the purpose of storage devices?

4. What are the two most common input devices.

5. What device produces a hard copy