CSC 101 Introduction to Computers Fall 2004 Exam 2 November 17, 2004

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Directions: Open MS Word Select the ten questions and the extra credit questions below and cut and paste into the Word document Add a header with your name, "Test 2", and the date Save the document Answer each question within the Word document immediately following each question Spell check the exam Printout a copy of the exam and turn it in. Each question is worth 10 points. Partial credit will be given for partially correct answers.

 Name and describe two aspects of a computer monitor's resolution.


 What is a motherboard?


 What is a register?  What does it do and where would you find one?


 Name and describe two different types of memory beside RAM.


 What does DPI stand for.  What type of output devices is describe by DPI?


 What does an all-in-one peripheral device do and what other peripherals does it replace?


 Name and briefly describe three input devices.


 Define the following:  track, sector, and cluster.


 How does virtual memory work?



 What is a USB port?  What is the advantage of having one?


 

Extra Credit Questions

1. DVD stands for?
2. Is a flash drive non-volatile?

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