Computer Basics: Digital Literacy
Essential computer skills — file management, internet safety, and common software.
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What is the 'brain' of the computer that processes instructions and data?
The CPU (Central Processing Unit).
Which keyboard shortcut is used to copy selected text or files?
Ctrl + C (or Command + C on Mac).
What software allows you to access and view websites on the internet?
A web browser (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari).
What is the first recommended step if a computer program becomes unresponsive?
Restart the program or the entire computer.
Which hardware component provides short-term memory for active tasks and applications?
RAM (Random Access Memory).
What is an example of an input device used to interact with a computer?
A keyboard, mouse, or touchscreen.
What is the primary difference between an SSD and an HDD?
SSDs use flash memory and have no moving parts, making them faster and more durable than HDDs.
What does the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Z do?
It undoes the last action performed.
In an email, what is the purpose of the BCC (Blind Carbon Copy) field?
It sends a copy of the email to a recipient without their address being visible to others.
What is Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)?
A security process that requires two different forms of identification to access an account.
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