True/False
Indicate whether the
statement is true or false.
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The system unit is the case that holds the main circuit boards, microprocessor,
power supply, and storage devices of a personal computer system.
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2.
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Today, a home computer system offers a hardware platform with super-charged
support for most computer applications.
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Multiple Choice
Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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3.
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The term ____ device designates equipment that might be added to a computer
system to enhance its functionality.
a. | digital | c. | disk | b. | system | d. | peripheral |
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Most consumers select computer models that cost ____.
a. | US$300 or a bit less | c. | between US$2,000 and US$4,000 | b. | between US$800 and
US$1,100 | d. | more than
US$4,000 |
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The price of an entry-level desktop computer starts at ____.
a. | US$100 | c. | US$575 | b. | US$300 | d. | US$800 |
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The case for a vertical system unit is often referred to as a ____.
a. | cube | c. | base | b. | minicase | d. | tower |
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____ units are the form factor of choice for computer owners who might want to
upgrade components in the future because it is easy to get inside the case and swap out parts.
a. | Cube | c. | Tower | b. | Base | d. | Minicase |
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The term ____ refers to the size and dimensions of a computer component.
a. | form factor | c. | disk header | b. | system specification | d. | peripheral
metric |
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A(n) ____ is a small form factor tablet computer designed to run most of the
software available for larger portable computers.
a. | digital | c. | ultra-mobile PC | b. | mini-notebook | d. | microtablet |
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A ____ computer is a portable computing device featuring a touch-sensitive
screen that can be used as a writing or drawing pad.
a. | Media Center | c. | desktop | b. | tablet | d. | microcomputer |
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A(n) ____ tablet configuration resembles a high-tech clipboard and lacks a
built-in keyboard.
a. | convertible | c. | ultra-mobile | b. | slate | d. | portable |
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A ____ computer is also referred to as a laptop.
a. | desktop | c. | notebook | b. | tablet | d. | PDA |
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For gaming, computers quickly climb past the ____ price point.
a. | US$4,000 | c. | US$6,000 | b. | US$5,000 | d. | US$10,000 |
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In the context of computing, a(n) ____ is a custom, hand-built modification to a
computer system component.
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