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What is the term for a collection of information stored in a computer and designed for quick retrieval?
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A database
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A collection of components designed to work together is called what?
computer system
What is the difference between information system literacy and computer literacy?
1.1) Information systems literacy is the knowledge and hands-on familiarity with hardware, software, peripherals, and network components common to most information systems. Computer literacy is the actual ability to operate a computer and to understand the language used in working with a specific system or systems.
This computer has been locked?
If a computer has been locked, a person may have put a password on it. This is designed to protect personal information that may be contained on the PC.
What is a type of program that is designed to collect information about you and send it to a remote user without your knowledge?
The programs called "spyware" record information about your computer use and forward it to another user, typically one unauthorized to collect this data.
What defines a device as a computer-?
A computer is defined as an electronic device that is designed to accept data.
A collection of components designed to work together is called what?
computer system
What was the computer designed to do?
The computer was designed to help human beings convert raw data into meaningful information. An example is how a calculator helps solve arithmetic problems.
What is the difference between information system literacy and computer literacy?
1.1) Information systems literacy is the knowledge and hands-on familiarity with hardware, software, peripherals, and network components common to most information systems. Computer literacy is the actual ability to operate a computer and to understand the language used in working with a specific system or systems.
A DSS database is a collection of?
organized data that is used by a decision support system (DSS) to assist in decision-making. The database contains relevant information from various sources, and it is designed to support the analysis and evaluation of different decision-making scenarios. The data is structured in a way that allows for efficient retrieval and manipulation, and it is typically updated and maintained to ensure accuracy and relevance for decision-making purposes.
Software designed to seize your personal information stored on your computer and sent it elsewhere is called?
Spyware
What is self replicate?
A self replicating computer program is on that repeats itself over and over. Many Computer Viruses are designed to do this. For more information on computer viruses visit Answers.com
This computer has been locked?
If a computer has been locked, a person may have put a password on it. This is designed to protect personal information that may be contained on the PC.
What was the first computer desighned to do?
Some suggest that the German "Enigma Machine" was the first computer, others believe that it was simply a collection of gears and dials that allowed for a complex encryption of messages and that the British "Bombe" machine designed by Alan Turing to decrypt the German messages was the first computer. But the question becomes, how complex must a device be before it is called a "computer"? For information about the turing machine: http://www.2worldwar2.com/enigma.htm
What displays messages and provides information on the computer?
The only way a person can see what information a computer has is through output devices E.G monitors, speakers and many others. We can only give information to a computer through the means of input devices like, mice, keyboards, touch screens and whatever the computer interface is designed to accept.
What is the name of the clothing collection Venus Williams designed for Wilson's leather?
" The Venus Williams Collection" sometimes known as "The Venus Collection"
Is key board is an source data input devices?
Yes they are.. the keyboard is designed to allow the user to put information into the computer.
Where can one find information on the windows manager?
Most windows managers are designed to work with the graphical system. Online computer support websites offer an array of support and information. One can also get assistance at a local computer store or by contacting the manufacturer of your personal computer.
