CSC 101 Introduction to Computers Fall 2010 Unit #1 Study Guide Instructor: Susan E Traudt Sue@ttsw.com

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Cut and paste the questions below into a word processing document. Add a header with your name and the date. In your own words, answer all of questions in complete sentences with correct grammar and spelling. Print out your document and bring it to class with you on the due date. Due Date: September 23, 2010

1. How many bytes are in: 1 megabyte, 1 gigabyte, and 1 terabyte?
2. Name two input devices besides a keyboard.
3. Name one soft copy output device and one hard copy output device.
4. Name the eight ports that may be found on the system unit and tell what type of device they allow to be connected to the computer.
5. What is found inside the system unit?
6. How is the speed of a CPU measured?
7. What type of storage is RAM? Explain briefly.
8. Briefly describe four possible injuries that could be caused by computer devices.
9. What options are available for portable storage? How much data can be stored on each device?
10. What type of storage are CD's and DVD's?