Course Review

Here is a select review of concepts covered in this course:
  • There are many types of computers in existence.
  • A person using a computer is known as the user.
  • Each computer has its own operating system.
  • Running multiple programs at once is called multitasking.
  • Each computer has programs on it.
  • Programs contain instructions that tell the computer what to do.
  • Pictures of programs on the desktop are called icons.
  • The keyboard contains many special keys that do different things in different programs.
  • The mouse moves an arrow on the screen, which lets you select options and run programs.
  • A computer consists of various hardware, which work together.
If you wish, you may now test your knowledge of computers by taking the quiz.

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Computer Basics: A Brief Introduction to Computers
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