BIS Buying a computer

"Full HD" resolution is expressed as

1920 x 1080

when you buy a new laptop, how much RAM should it come with?

4-8 GB

Windows OS

Business Science or engineering Education and governmentwork

The Linux OS

Computer Science Software design

Which three of the following are the strengths of the Linux OS?

Linux is an open-source software that can be modified by users. Linux is an operating system that is free to download and use. Linux OS has solid security features and is less susceptible to viruses.

Which two of the following are true statements about the Linux OS?

Linux is an open-source software. Free for consumers to download and use.

Software is installed on the device of qualified users who request the software inside an organization.

Site License

Form

Tools that allow users to enter information into a database

One method of uninstalling an app from an Android device is to first tap the Settings Icon and then open the ------- & notifications menu.

apps

Software comes in various categories. One category is system software, which provides the instructions that hardware needs to operate (iOS, Android, Windows, etc.). Another category is game software (League of Legends, Hearthstone, Angry Birds, etc.). Another category of software includes applications such as Office 365, iWork, QuickBooks, Googledocs, etc. This software is referred to as ___ software.

productivity

Resolution refers to the _____ and clarity of an image.

sharpness

Utility program

Included with both Windows and macOS Perform maintenance-type tasks that include: Disk cleanup File search System backup and restore

Restricts the use of software to one user at a time matches

Single-User License

While there are many reasons to purchase a Macintosh laptop, three reasons to purchase a Windows laptop instead include:

Some professions, such as those in the medical industry and the military, use Windows-based computers. Macintosh laptops tend to be more expensive than Windows laptops. Some Microsoft applications are easier to run on a Windows computer than a Macintosh computer.

Place the following steps in an order that would allow you to uninstalling an app from an Android-based tablet, with the first step at the top.

Tap the Settings icon Select Apps & notifications Select See all apps Select the appropriate app Select Uninstall

Which three of the following statements are true about the Snipping tool included in Microsoft Windows 10?

The Snipping Tool can be used capture a screenshot or snip. You can capture a snip of any object on your computer screen. Once you have captured the image you can annotate, save, or share the image

If you plan to become a film editor, you should probably purchase ___ since it is most commonly used in the film industry.

a Macintosh computer

Most refer to a software application on a mobile device, such as an iPhone, as a(n)

app or application

Applications that enable a user to create visual aids that can be projected on a screen or displayed on a digital display are called

presentation

Programs that offer the structure and hardware control necessary to run the computer and its peripheral devices are called ------------software.

system

Which three of the following computers will have solid-state storage?

iPhone XR A 2-in-1 computer An Android-based smartphone

Because unwanted toolbars and other software may accompany downloaded games and software, take your time and read carefully as you ------------- software on your computer.

install

Adding a driver to a digital device, such as a printer, is called ___.

installing

most new laptop computers come with how much storage

256 GB-1 TB

Which three of the following statements are true regarding resolution?

The higher a screen's resolution, the more pixels it contains. Resolution refers to the number of pixels in a display device. Resolution refers to the sharpness and clarity of an image.

Which of the following is a strength of the Windows OS?

Wide availability of software options.

Most new laptops come with 128-1,000 -------- of storage.

gigabytes

The process of removing unwanted software from a computer is called

uninstalling

Programs that perform specific maintenance tasks on computers are commonly referred to as ___ programs.

utility

Field

A column in a table

Which three of the following may be included when installing a program onto your computer?

Adware Toolbars Spyware

What is the correct order of steps to access the snipping tool in Windows 10?

Click the Cortana or Search button Type "Snipping Tool" Select the Snipping Tool desktop app Click "New" to start the capture of an image

Most word processing software can be used for which three of the following tasks?

Creating documents Creating very basic Web pages Very simple desktop publishing

Advantages of Linux

Free to download and use Less susceptible to viruses Modifiable by users

Which three of the following are common Word Processing programs?

Microsoft Word Google Docs Pages for Mac

Which three of the following are common software licenses?

Network Site Single-User

The most common OS for personal computers is Microsoft

Windows

Which three of the following statements are true regarding optical drives?

A blu-ray player is considered an optical drive. Many new laptops do not include optical drives. Optical drives use lasers to read pits and lands on optical media such as blu-rays, DVDs, and CDs

Record

A row in a table Contains information about an individual, transaction, or account.

Query

A set of criteria used to extract data from a database

Which three of the following are true about applets?

Applets are often utility programs designed to help maintain your computer. Applets typically perform less-complex functions. Applets are small application programs

Which three of the statements are true statements regarding utility programs?

Common utility programs include disk formatting, disk cleanup, and disk defragmenting. Utility programs are included with both Windows and macOS. Utility programs often perform a specific maintenance type of task.

Report

Data is structured for printing and interpretation

Which two of the following are characteristics of the iOS?

Developed by Apple for Apple mobile products Comes with Siri, FaceTime, Safari, and other Apple apps

So that you can easily connect your laptop to a large screen monitor, many come with an HDMI port. HDMI stands for----------- - definition media interface

High

Unstalling apps on Android Phone

Home Screen- click Settinggs Click application manager Click manage applications Click All Select the unwanted app Click Uninstall

Used to format and display numbers and text in cells ------------ programs are used to perform calculations and structure data and are widely used in by organizations.

spreadsheets

Desktop computers usually come with at least 8-16 GB of ___ . One nice thing about a desktop is that most allow this to be easily expanded to up to 32 to 64 GB.

system memory (RAM)

Because you might unintentionally remove an important piece of software, use caution whenever you---- a program

uninstall

Removing software, particular software associated with the computer's operating system, can cause significant problems for many computer users. For this reason it is important to be careful when you ___ .

uninstall a program

How is screensize measured?

Diagonally from left corner to right corner

Two methods of uninstalling a program from a Windows computer are to use the Settings button and go through the Apps button, or to click on Programs and Features in the Control------

Panel

Which two of the following are usually considered the strengths of the macOS platform?

Strong graphics quality and graphical user interface (GUI). Very stable and reliable, few viruses

Uninstalling Program on MacOS

Lauchpad, select and hold program icon and click on the X Lauchpad, drag program icon to Trash, click on Finder and empty trash

A legal contract between the software manufacturer and the user of an application is called an End-User --------- Agreement (EULA).

License

Allows anyone on a network the legal right to use the software

Network License

Which two of the following are commonly used database programs?

OpenOffice Base Microsoft Access

Common presentation programs include which three of the following?

Powerpoint Keynote for Mac Google Slides

Which type of touchscreen uses a single metallic-coated panel and uses electricity to calculate touch points?

Projective capacitive

Disadvantages of Linux

Steep learning curve Compatibility issues with some programs

Table

The default view of a relational database. Organized in rows and columns.

Primary Key

Uniquely identifies each record in a database

Which three of the following regarding a computer application are true?

Applications can be located on smartphones, tablets, laptops, and even on servers accessible on the Internet. A computer application is a computer program. Most applications can be downloaded for free or for a fee.

Look at the following specifications: - Storage capacity 1128 gigabytes - Solid-state drive capacity 128 gigabytes - Processor speed (base) 3.2 gigahertz - System memory 16 gigabytes Select three true statements regarding this desktop computer.

This computer has at least 1 terabyte of traditional (magnetic) hard drive space. This computer's CPU can process over 3 billion machine cycles per second. This computer has 16 GB of RAM.

A software license usually answers which 3 of the following questions?

Where, how, and how often can the program be installed? Can the program be copied, modified, or redistributed? Can the program's source code be viewed?

When installing a new printer on your home computer network, you will usually have to go to the printer manufacturer's website to download software called ___ .

a driver

Small application programs that are often utility programs and perform less complex operational functions and are commonly used to execute tasks in the Control Panel of Microsoft Windows are called ___.

applets

A driver is software that allows a peripheral device, such as a printer or a monitor, to work smoothly with your computer's ___ system

operating

To install software onto a Macintosh computer, most use one of two methods. One method is to find the desired software on the Internet and then download and install it onto the Mac. Another method is to purchase the software on a DVD or CD and install the software using the computer's------------ drive

optical

Every computer must have operating system (OS) software. This operating system is often referred to as the ___ of the computer.

platform

One method of uninstalling an app from a Macintosh computer is to click on the Launchpad icon. This icon has a

rocket, rocketship or spaceship

A legal contract between the software manufacturer and the user of an application

EULA

Which three of the following are common spreadsheet application programs?

Google Sheets Microsoft Excel Numbers for Mac

Mac OS

Graphic design Photo and video production Publishing