A computer program is __________.
a. the same as main memory
b. only used for desktop computers
c. a set of instructions that allow the computer to solve a problem or perform a task
d. another name for an operating system
c. a set of instructions that allow the computer to solve a problem or perform a task
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A. the indicated protocol is secure B. what follows is a registered domain name with ICANN C. what follows should be interpreted according to the indicated protocol D. none of the above
The binary numbering system uses ________
A) 0s and 1s B) digits 0 to 9 C) 1s and 2s D) 64 bits
For many years, the C and C++ languages have been criticized because they allow the programmer to easily confuse the assignment operator with the comparison operator.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Today when Dylan turned on his computer, he noticed that the monitor was very dim. He could still see the desktop icon and text. He turned the brightness all the way up, but that did not correct the issue. Dylan also checked to make sure the Power Options brightness was not turned down, causing the screen to go dim. He connected a different monitor, and the screen was fine. What caused the screen to be very dim?
A. Input connector on the monitor is faulty. B. Monitor’s power connector. C. Monitor backlighting. D. Monitor has Power Save mode enabled.