BCIS 2610 (Online) Exam 1
A business transaction carried out with a person after being introduced on a social networking website is an example of e-commerce.
False
A joystick is a pen-type input device used to draw and tap on icons.
False
All new cars are required to have embedded computers, which make driving safer.
False
All-in-one computers are easier to service and upgrade but occupy more space than desktop computers.
False
Before you can open and edit a compressed file, you need to zip it.
False
E-commerce sites use Transport Layer Security (TLS) to create accounts and manage payment transactions without revealing your financial information.
False
Ebooks are not interactive and only work during the semester that the course is offered.
False
Google Scholar and Google News are examples of specialty search engines that allow a person to access information sources of a particular category.
False
Haven runs an online bridal store called Haven Bridals. Her website is encrypted and uses a digital certificate. The website address for the store is http://www.havenbridals.com.
False
If several programs or apps are running simultaneously, your operating system may take virtual memory and swap it with ROM.
False
If you want to become a digital citizen, you only have to buy a piece of technology.
False
Jorge saw a computer named Watson on the game show Jeopardy and was surprised at how many answers Watson was able to get correct, especially because the math problems involved solving equations. Watson was using augmented reality to solve the problems.
False
Most computers can operate normally in extreme temperatures and withstand high humidity and power fluctuations.
False
Most people only utilize technology at work.
False
Nellie recently sold her old laptop directly to a student from different country using an e-commerce website. The website she used runs on B2B model.
False
News360 is a search engine because it gathers, organizes, and then distributes web content.
False
Non-volatile memory is temporary and loses its contents when the power is turned off.
False
Operating systems can only be run if they are installed on your computer or device.
False
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that public schools purchase or acquire funding for adaptive technologies.
False
The Clipboard saves the file or folder from the source file or folder until you delete it from the Clipboard.
False
The Close button reduces a window so that it only appears as a button on the taskbar.
False
The first generation of computers used microprocessors.
False
The operating system assigns the file its name, location, and size.
False
The operating system is not part of the system software.
False
The sidebar of a webpage typically contains information about when the site was last updated.
False
To buy a DSLR camera online, Willa should first evaluate different models based on specifications, read customer reviews, choose a product, make online payment, and finally add it the cart.
False
Using the CARS checklist is one way to evaluate if a webpage's content as an information source. CARS stands for Crisp, Accurate, Responsible, Supportable.
False
When Liam went to print his presentation, the boot process established the connection to the printer, sent the presentation to the printer, and let other software know the printer was busy.
False
When accessed, an e-commerce website that sells carpentry tools displays a lock icon somewhere in the window of the browser. The address bar in the Chrome browser would identify this website as "insecure."
False
You can avoid electronic waste by replacing devices every time a new version comes out, and recycling devices and products when they no longer provide value.
False
A CPU converts the data entered through the keyboard into output displayed on the monitor.
True
A device driver is a program that controls a device attached to the computer.
True
An intelligent workplace uses technology to allow workers to be productive whether they are in the office or working from home.
True
An intelligent workplace uses technology to enable workers to connect to the company's network, communicate with each other, use productivity software and apps, and meet via web conferencing.
True
Claire wants to use a quote by a famous author in an article she is writing about the declining population of Great White sharks. She will not be infringing the copyright of the author if she makes a citation in the article.
True
If you add a slideshow to play as your desktop theme, you have customized your system software.
True
Information literacy can help us recognize the fact that information on the web cannot be taken for face value and must be evaluated critically.
True
Information literacy helps us to identify the tool most suited to elicit the kind of information we need.
True
It is advised to fully charge the battery of a laptop before using it for the first time.
True
Output methods include speakers, headphones, and interactive whiteboards.
True
Peripheral devices, like a USB flash drive, are generally connected to your computer through ports.
True
Steffi needs to find the domain name of the webpage she is currently viewing. To do this, she needs to look at the address bar of the browser.
True
Sticky keys enable you to press keyboard shortcuts one key at a time instead of simultaneously.
True
We can use Unicode coding scheme to support a larger variety of characters including Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic.
True
When using a GPS app, like Waze or Google Maps, you are using augmented reality.
True
Wikipedia is a collaborative website where a team of people can publish or modify content on a webpage.
True
Wolfram Alpha is an example of a search tool that can help you solve factual questions to help complete your homework.
True
Your smartphone can be used to connect to your television or cable service and record a show even if you are not home because both devices are smart devices.
True
