CGS1060C, Ch.1 Review
Which category of computer is generally meant to be used by only one person at a time?
Personal Computer (PC)
Which of the following refers to the ability of a computer to perform a variety of actions based on instructions from the user or a program?
Processing
A network ___ is a powerful computer with special software and equipment that enables it to function as the primary computer in a network.
Server
Which of the following technologies allows you to store your files and use various applications in an online account?
Cloud Computing
Which laptops allow users to swivel or detach the touchscreen monitor?
Convertible
___ consist of individual facts or pieces of information.
Data
Which low-cost devices feature crisp text that is capable of being read in even the brightest outdoor conditions?
E-book readers
The physical devices that make up a computer system are called:
hardware
Which of the following is a popular tablet computer?
iPad
A(n) ___ allows users to communicate and share information between computers.
network
Mobile devices allow us to access ___ information such as current traffic conditions for our city and live radar images on a weather app.
real-time
NASA uses ___ to conduct complex modeling and simulations for upcoming missions.
supercomputers
Which types of computers have all of the hardware integrated with the monitor?
All-in-one computers
Which of the following is a short-range wireless technology that can connect your smartphone with a wireless headset worn on the ear or the hands-free systems in some cars?
Bluetooth
___ are limited computers because they are placed inside devices which require specific computing functions.
Embedded systems
Which of the following apps would you use if you wanted to create and share a grocery list with your family?
Evernote
Although high quality movies can easily be streamed in homes, the slower speed of mobile networks creates a poor viewing experience for streamed movies.
False
For watching TV episodes right after they are broadcast, Netflix is a better choice than Hulu.
False
Google transformed the smartphone market with the release of their revolutionary Nexus in 2007.
False
Which of the following statements about Google Photos is FALSE?
Integration with Facebook and Instagram allows users to add their favorite photos to these social networks with one tap
Which of the following terms refers to normal objects with the ability to connect to wireless networks and the Internet?
Internet of Things
Which of the following is a feature on your mobile device that allows the Yelp app to provide a list of restaurants that are close to you?
Location-based services
Using a wireless technology known as ___, many smartphones can now be tapped on special payment devices to complete your purchase at select stores.
NFC
Which types of TVs allow you to connect to a variety of online services such as Netflix, Amazon, and Pandora?
Smart
___ media refers to music and movies that are delivered on demand from an online source.
Streaming
Some watches can display useful alerts and incoming messages from your smartphone.
True
The Amazon Echo is an example of a smart speaker.
True
Today's gaming consoles are complete entertainment systems, offering Internet connectivity, movie rentals, photo storage, and many other services in addition to video games.
True
Wi-Fi is the current standard for wireless networks and Internet connectivity.
True
In ___ reality, the real-world is supplemented with computer-generated information.
augmented
We are currently seeing an increase in home ___, where many household activities are being automated or controlled from a distance.
automation
A(n) ___ vehicle is a car, truck, or other mode of transportation that is capable of performing a variety of driving maneuvers without human intervention.
autonomous
With ___ storage services, your files can be stored online and accessed from any Internet-connected device.
cloud
The set of instructions that directs the computer to perform a variety of tasks is known as a(n):
computer program
