CIS 150 Midterm (2)

In a computer, each ____ can represent one letter, number, or symbol A. Megabyte B. Byte C. Integrated circuit D. Bit

B. Byte

Social Media A. Prevents two-way dialog between people B. is incorporated as part of a political strategy by many politicians C. Cannot be immediate enough to react to quickly developing issues D. Is useful only for personal friendships

B. Is incorporated as part of a political strategy by many politicians

When you restore down a window, you A. Keep it open, but remove it from view B. Make the window smaller, but keep it displayed on the desktop C. Minimize the window's height but leave its width unchanged D. Minimize the window's width but leave its height unchanged

B. Make the windows smaller, but keep it displayed on the desktop

What kind of port is needed to connect an LCD monitor to a notebook computer? A. You will want an HDMI port, which also allows you to connect a game console B. You will want an Ethernet port, which allows you to transfer data at 1,000 Mbps C. you will want a USB 3.1 port, which is a type of video port D. You will want a serial port

You will want an HDMI port, which allows you to connect a game console.

Web-based databases are being used to help investigators solve criminal cases T or F

True

Desktop systems are invariably a better value than lighter, more mobile computers T or F

Ture

Can I add more USB ports to my computer in order to connect multiple peripheral devices? A. A port is an interface through which peripheral devices are connected to the computer. You can add extra ports through means such as expansion cards or expansion hubs. B. A port is an interface through which peripheral devices are connected to the computer. You can add extra ports through means such as flash cards. C. A port in an interface through which peripheral devices are connected to the computer. You can add extra ports through means such as routers and switches. D. A port is an interface through which peripheral devices are connected to the computer. You can add extra ports through adding serial ports.

A. A port is an interface through which peripheral devices are connected to the computer. You can add extra ports through means such as expansion cards or expansion hubs.

How do I uninstall a software program? A. Always choose Uninstall for the software application you would like to delete from Program and Features in Control Panel or by right-clicking the program name on the Start menu in Windows 10.​ B. Select the program icon and press Delete to automatically uninstall the software. C. You remove a software program by clicking the Remove All icon in the Control Panel on the Start menu. D. You remove a software program by dragging the program icon to the Recycle Bin

A. Always choose Uninstall for the software application you would like to delete from Program and Features in Control Panel or by right-clicking the program name on the Start menu in Windows 10.​

What do B2B and B2C mean A. B2B is an e-commerce term that refers to businesses buying and selling goods and services to other businesses. B2C is an e-commerce term that refers to transactions that take place between businesses and consumers. B. B2B is an e-commerce term that refers to consumers selling to each other through online auction sites. B2C is an e-commerce term that refers to businesses buying and selling goods and services to other businesses. C. B2C is an e-commerce term that refers to businesses buying and selling goods and services to other businesses. B2B is an e-commerce term that refers to transactions that take place between businesses and consumers. D. B2B is an e-commerce term that refers to businesses buying and selling goods and services to other businesses. B2C is an e-commerce term that refers to consumers selling to each other through online auction sites.

A. B2b is an e-commerce term that refers to businesses buying and selling goods and services to other businesses. B2C is an e-commerce term that refers to transactions that take place between businesses and consumers.

The most common output device for soft output is a A. Display screen B. Laser printer C. Scanner D. Inkjet printer

A. Display screen

What about installing software that I download from the Internet? A. Downloaded software comes in one compressed file having everything needed for installing and running the program. Mostly, these downloaded files unzip themselves and automatically start the setup program. B. When you download software, you have to run a separate installation program that then prompts the download process to begin. C. To install a program that is downloaded, you need to locate the file command from your hard drive and complete the setup process. D. To install a program that is downloaded, you need to contact the manufacturer's help desk for a special code.

A. Downloaded software comes in one compressed file having everything needed for installing and running the program. Mostly, these downloaded files unzip themselves and automatically start the setup program.

How do I ensure that the software I buy will work on my computer? A. Ensure that you have the set of system requirements of sufficient storage, memory capacity, and processing capabilities for the software you are installing. B. You need to call up the manufacturer's help desk to know how to tweak the software settings as per your system setup. C. You need to ensure that your system setup has the latest OS and the amount of RAM as specified on the software package that you wish to install. D. You need to install an additional 250 GB hard drive to accommodate all new software.

A. Ensure that you have the set of system requirements of sufficient storage, memory capacity, and processing capabilities for the software you are installing.

Snapping apps means that you: A. Fix an app window(s) to either side or the corners of the screen. B. Manually reposition all open apps so that you can see the content of each. C. Auto arrange all open apps so that they are of uniform size. D. Minimize all open apps simultaneously so that the Start menu displays

A. Fix an app window(s) to either side or the corners of the screen.

Ergonomics is an important consideration A. for all computing devices B. only for laptop and desktop computers, but never for mobile devices C. Only for desktop computers D. Only for laptop computers

A. For all computing devices

What phrase is spoken to use Cortana? A. Hey, Cortana B. You cannot speak to Cortana C. No specific phrase is necessary D. Wake up, Cortana

A. Hey, Cortana

Sophisticated modeling software is helping international researchers A. Increase the pace of research in finding and producing vaccines B. Create more intricate screenplays and movie scripts. C. Analyze computer systems to gather potential legal evidence D. Market new types of products to a wider audience

A. Increase the pace of research in finding and producing vaccines

________ printers work by spraying tiny drops of ink onto paper A. Inkjet B. Cloud-ready C. Laser D. Large format

A. Inkjet

What is an identifier that an online transaction is safe? A. Look for third-party verification from TRUSTe or the better business bureau symbol B. One way to be sure that a website is secure is to see if the site URL changes from https:// to http:// C. one way to be sure that a website is secure is to look to see whether it shows an open padlock on the toolbar D. one way to be sure that a website is secure is to click the closed padlock icon and supply your social security number as asked

A. Look for third-party verification from TRUSTe or the better business bureau symbol

What does the term "GHz" mean? A. Processor speed is measured in gigahertz, or GHz, which refers to the number of machine cycles per second that the processor goes through. So, for example, a 3 GHz processor performs 3 billion machine cycles per second. B. Processor speed is measured in gigahertz, or GHz, which refers to the speed with which the CPU fetches data or instructions from RAM. So, for example, a 3 GHz processor performs 3 billion program instructions per second. C. Processor speed is measured in gigahertz, or GHz, which refers to the speed with which the CPU can decode instructions into something the computer can understand. So, for example, a 3 GHz processor decodes 3 billion program instructions per second. D. Processor speed is measured in the number of programs in the system cycle. So, for example, a 3 GHz processor performs 3 billion machine cycles per second.

A. Processor speed is measured in gigahertz, or GHz, which refers to the number of machine cycles per second that the processor goes through. So, for example, a 3 GHz processor performs 3 billion machine cycles per second.

What is RAM? What kind of data is stored in RAM? A. RAM is the computer's temporary storage space. Data stored in the RAM is volatile. B. RAM is the computer's permanent memory. Data stored in RAM is not erased when you shut off the computer. C.RAM is where the operating system is stored. Data in RAM is stored on a long-term basis. D. RAM is the computer's permanent storage space. Data stored in the RAM is nonvolatile.

A. RAM is the computer's temporary storage space. Data stored in the RAM is volatile.

Where is the CPU located? A. The CPU is located on the motherboard. B. The CPU is located on RAM. C. The CPU is located on the hard drive. D. The CPU is located in the front side bus.

A. The CPU is located on the motherboard.

What do the different letters like A: and C: seen when file explorer is opened refer to A. These are drives, the first component of the hierarchical structure of drives, folders, subfolders, and files organized by Windows. The C drive is the hard drive. B. These are drives, the first component of the hierarchical structure of drives, folders, subfolders, and files organized by Windows. The A: drive is the hard drive and the C: drive is the flash drive. C. These are drives, the first component of the hierarchical structure of drives, folders, subfolders, and files organized by Windows. The C drive is the DVD drive. D.These are drives, the first component of the hierarchical structure of drives, folders, subfolders, and files organized by Windows. The F drive is the hard drive.

A. These are drives, the first component of the hierarchical structure of drives, folders, subfolders, and files organized by Windows. The C drive is the hard drive.

Apps or programs on the start menu are represented by rectangular icons known as A. Tiles B. Thumbnails C. Boxes D. Gadgets

A. Tiles

When the CPU actually performs the work described in the commands during a machine cycle, this stage is known as A. execute B. storage C. decode D. fetch

A. execute

Calendars, tasks, and e-mail can be found in which application A. outlook B. excel C. access D. one note

A. outlook

When an OS processes tasks in a priority order, it is known as A. preemptive multitasking B. Interruptive multitasking C. Multitasking handling D. preemptive interrupting

A. preemptive multitasking

What web browser feature would be particularly useful when using public computers? A. private browsing B. pinned tabs C. session restore D. All of the above

A. private browsing

Which of the following devices would use a real-time operating system A. roomba vacuum B. microsoft surace tablet C. iphone D. all of the above

A. roomba vacuum

The C: drive on a windows PC is like a large filling cabinet, and is referred to as the A. root directory B. main path C. main directory D. library directory

A. root directory

The minimum recommended standards for the operating system, processor, primary memory (RAM), and storage capacity for certain software are called A. system requirements B. redistributing standards C. Ministan D. Hardware

A. system requirements

In windows 10, what feature is used to locate and launch software or applications installed on your device A. the start menu b. the tiles screen C. the file explorer screen D. the smart apps screen

A. the start menu

The power-on self-test (POST) ensures all peripheral devices are attached and operational T or F

True

The windows 10 feature that alerts you to any maintenance or security concerns is the.. A. Security Center B. Action Center C. Control Panel D. Windows Defender

B. Action Center

If I have many files related to one topic, can they all have the same name? A. As long as you group all of the files into one folder, that can be done. Just remember to use a different file extension for each file so that you are not confused. B. No. Every file in the same folder or storage device must be uniquely identified. C. No. Every file in the same folder has to have the same file extension. D. No. Every file in the same folder can have the same name and append a different numeral to the end of the file extension.

B. No. Every file in the same folder or storage device must be uniquely identified.

Which of the following functions of a computer is mostly responsible for turning data into information? A. Output B. Processing C. Storage D. Input

B. Processing

Which of the following best describes the Action Center A. Contains shortcuts to the most frequently used folders B. Provides status information, notifications, and recommended actions C. Removes unnecessary files from the computer D. Includes the clock and other icons that relate to the status or setting of a program

B. Provides status information, notifications, and recommended actions

___________ is a set of strategies for using more than one drive in a system A. VPU B. RAID C. a machine cycle D. GPU

B. RAID

What is the fastest port on the market? A. A solid-state port B. The Thunderbolt port C. A USB 3.1 port D. Serial port

B. The Thunderbolt port

If I have a 1 TB internal hard drive, will I also need any additional storage devices? A. No, an internal hard drive with 1 TB of space has enough room to store all of your data, and it's easily portable. B. Yes, you might want to purchase an external hard drive for better portability or to back up data on your internal hard drive. C. Yes you should because an internal hard drive with 1 TB of space hardly has enough space to hold all of the information in one library book. D. No, an internal hard drive with 1 TB of space is not enough; 256 GB would be better.

B. Yes, you might want to purchase an external hard drive for better portability or to back up data on your internal hard drive.

Is there a limit to how much RAM I can add to my computer? A. There is no limit to the amount of RAM that you can add to a computer. B. Yes. Every computer is designed with a maximum limit on the amount of RAM it can support. C. The limit depends entirely on your budget, as RAM upgrades are expensive. D. Yes. The most RAM you can add at one time is 512 MB.

B. Yes. Every computer is designed with a maximum limit on the amount of RAM it can support.

Do I face any risks when I install or download beta versions and freeware from the Internet? A. Freeware contains up-to-date virus protection, and beta products are generally developed by reliable developers. As such, there aren't really any risks. B. You must exercise caution when downloading freeware and beta versions as they may contain bug or viruses. C. Freeware is associated with the risk of bugs or viruses, whereas beta products have built-in virus protection and are generally developed by reliable developers. Hence, it's important that you exercise caution with freeware. D. The whole concept of freeware and beta versions assumes ethics and therefore they are thoroughly safe.

B. You must exercise caution when downloading freeware and beta versions as they may contain bug or viruses.

Beta software is made available because A. wireless networking must be added B. a company is making an early release to test bugs C. new programmers have been hired D. The company needs more profits

B. a company is making an early release to test bugs

How can you view the contents of your folder in icons view, which shows the contents of folders as small images A. you can easily get an overview of your files and folders by using windows viewer B. in file explorer, you can access various ways to view the contents of your folder by clicking the tab C. you can easily get an overview of your files and folders by using my desktop D. you can easily get an overview of your files and folders by using windows flip 3d

B. in file explorer, you can access various ways to view the contents of your folder by clicking the tab

An example of an open source OS is A. windows B. linux C. DOS D. macOS

B. linux

What other precautions can be used to ensure secure online transactions? A. Always using PayPal helps ensure your online transactions are secure. B. You should also keep in mind that you should shop at reputable sites, investigate unfamiliar sites, and save the details of your transactions C. you should also ensure that the company has a phone number and street address in addition to a website. Additionally, avoid paying by credit card as much as possible D. you should pay be debit card only

B. you should also keep in mind that you should shop at reputable sites, investigate unfamiliar sites, and save the details of your transactions

special programs that facilitate interaction between application software and the OS are called A. device drivers B. utility programs C. APIs D. hardware players

C. APIs

Which of the following is a method of switching between open windows? A. Alt+Tab B. Task View C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B

C. Both A and B

What does e-commerce mean A. e-commerce is a term that refers to transactions that take place between businesses and other businesses. B. E-commerce is a term that refers to transactions that take place between consumers themselves, such as on eBay C. E-commerce is a term that refers to conducting business online for purposes ranging from fund-raising to advertising to selling products D. E-commerce is a term that refers to transactions that take place between businesses and consumers

C. E-commerce is a term that refers to conducting business online for purposes ranging from fund- raising to advertising to selling products

Examples of crowdfunding and crowdsourcing include A. Bing and Google B. Call a Bike and Zipcar C. Kickstarter and ScanLife D. Ushahidi and Kiva

C. Kickstarter and ScanLife

What does an internal hard drive do? A. The internal hard drive stores data in a portable format. B. The hard drive is the computer's volatile memory. That means that data stored on the hard drive is erased when you shut off the computer. C. The hard drive is the computer's permanent memory. Data stored on the hard drive is not erased when you shut off the computer. D. The hard drive resembles a floppy disk drive but has a slightly wider opening.

C. The hard drive is the computer's permanent memory. Data stored on the hard drive is not erased when you shut off the computer

Why are the letters at the end of file names (like .docx) needed? A. The letters that follow the period at the end of a file name are the file's extension. This enables the computer to know what drive it should store the file in when it is saved. B. The letters that follow the period at the end of a file name are the file's extension. This enables the windows drive organization to function. C. The letters that follow the period at the end of a file name are the file's extension. This enables the computer to know what application it should use to read the file. D. The letters that follow the period at the end of a file name are the file's extension. This provides the information on how long ago the file was saved.

C. The letters that follow the period at the end of a file name are the file's extension. This enables the computer to know what application it should use to read the file.

Information technology is the study of A. Meteorological reports produced by super computer simulations B. Stock prices and other financial data C. The processing and retrieval of information. D. All of the above

C. The processing and retrieval of information

The fastest computer port is the __________ port A. Wifi B. Expansion C. Thunderbolt D. USB

C. Thunderbolt

Touch-screen devices usually feature ____________ keyboards A. Physical B. Optical C. Virtual D. Laser-projection

C. Virtual

I've heard some friends talking about software that they got for free. Can you tell me more about free software? A. Software you can use for free is called freeware or beta ware, but it prevents you from using the product once the initial trial period is over. B. You can use freeware, which is software that can be used free for a limited time. Alpha versions, software still under development, are also available for free. C. You can use freeware, software that is available for free, and beta versions, free software that is still under development. D. Copyleft is the only free software

C. You can use freeware, software that is available for free, and beta versions, free software that is still under development

Computers are designed with A. only volatile memory B. only nonvolatile memory C. both D. neither

C. both

A good way to assess your CPU usage is to A. listen for the sounds of a spinning hard disk drive B. feel the temperature of the CPU with your hand C. check the performance tab of the task manager D. check the number reported by the system defrag utility

C. check the performance tab of the task manager

Which of the following would NOT be a good precaution to take when making online purchases A. use a prepaid credit card B. use a third-party processor such as PayPal C.Pay by debit card, not credit card D. pay by credit card, not debit card

C. pay by debit card, not credit card

Before donating your windows computer, you should perform a windows A. reclaim B. restore C. reset D. refresh

C. reset.

Which of the following describes copyleft? A. Terms enabling the redistribution of proprietary software B. terms restricting the use of leftover copies of software C. terms enabling the redistribution of open source software. D. political philosophy of the corporation

C. terms enabling the redistribution of open source software

if you would like to return to a website that you visited last week but can't remember the URL, you should look at A. A breadcrumb list B. The Recycle Bin C. The history list D. Any of the above

C. the history list

In windows, if you experience unreliable behavior, try a system restore before doing a windows refresh T or F

True

All of the following are sensors found in certain smartphones EXCPT A. Magnetometer B. Accelerometer C. Hygrometer D. barometer

Hygrometer

Bike-sharing programs like New York City's Citi Bike are an example of A. Principled psychology B. Crowdfunding C. Crowdsourcing D. A subscription-style business model made possibly by technology

D. A subscription-style business model made possible by technology

Intellectual property A. Can be protected legally by the patent system B. Can include works of music, film, or engineering design C. Is the result of someones creative work and design D. All of the above

D. All the above

Ensuring that the content, tone, and style of a website match your needs is checking for A. bias B. authority C. relevance D. audience

D. Audience

If I buy the fastest processor, does that always ensure the best performance for my computer? A. Yes. Having the fastest processor will ensure that you get the best performance from your computer. B. Yes. Speed is all that matters for performance. C. Apart from a fast processor, just make sure you get a large hard drive to ensure best performance. D. Not necessarily. A computer's overall performance depends on many other factors than just the processing speed.

D. Not necessarily. A computer's overall performance depends on many other factors than just the processing speed.

In Windows 10, what do you find on the Start menu? A. On the Windows 10 Start menu, you will find icons, widgets, and documents. B. On the Windows 10 Start menu, you will find widgets, scrollbars, and ribbons. C. On the Windows 10 Start menu, you will find Documents, Computer, and All Programs folders. D. On the Windows 10 Start menu, you will find tiles representing your most used applications.

D. On the Windows 10 Start menu, you will find tiles representing your most used applications.

Adding a tile to the start menu or an icon to the taskbar is known as A. Tacking B. Snipping C. Snapping D. Pinning

D. Pinning

When you enter search keywords in the search box of File Explorer and the OneDrive option is selected A. The search is limited to the selected location but can be expanded if you like B. The search is automatically expanded to include every folder on the hard drive C. The search cannot be further narrowed. D. The search is limited to that specific location

D. The search is limited to that specific location

Can I get back an important file if I accidentally delete it? A. Unfortunately, it's not possible to recover a file once you've deleted it without special Restore software. B. This will depend on where the file was. If the deleted file was from a flash drive it would go to the Recycle Bin. Files that are located in the Recycle Bin can be restored. C. This will depend on where the file was. If the deleted file was from one of your disks it would go to the Recycle Bin. Files that are located in the Recycle Bin can be restored. D. This will depend on where the file was. If the deleted file was from your hard drive, it would go to the Recycle Bin. Files that are located in the Recycle Bin can be restored.

D. This will depend on where the file was. If the deleted file was from your hard drive, it would go to the Recycle Bin. Files that are located in the Recycle Bin can be restored.

What feature is used to organize and access groups of open windows for different purposes, such as schoolwork and entertainment? A. Windows desktop B. Task Manager C. Windows Defender D. Virtual Desktop

D. Virtual Desktop

Is there some place where a student can get software at discounted prices? A. Although student versions of software are available at a reduced price to students, these versions usually are not as full-featured as standard versions. B. The best place to get student software is through the software supplier itself. Campus computer stores or college bookstores may not be able to offer discounted prices on standard software, only on less powerful academic versions. C. No. Beta testers can get discounted prices for full-fledged programs but usually not students. D. You may be able to buy software that is no different from regularly priced software at prices that sometimes are substantially less than general consumer prices. You should try your college bookstore or campus computer store, which generally require a valid ID.

D. You may be able to buy software that is no different from regularly priced software at prices that sometimes are substantially less than general consumer prices. You should try your college bookstore or campus computer store, which generally require a valid ID.

3) If you have an external hard drive, is a flash drive needed? A. You might want a flash drive if you want portability and need to store up to 500 GB. B. You might want a flash drive if you want portability and need to store up to 600 GB. C. You might want a flash drive if you want portability and need to store up to 356 GB. D. You might want a flash drive if you want portability and need to store up to 256 GB.

D. You might wan a flash drive if you want portability and need to store up to 256 GB.

When installing software you often see a question that asks A. if you have paid for the software B. what kind of mobile device you own C. how long you plan on keeping the software D. if you want a full (typical) or a custom installation

D. if you want a full (typical) or a custom installation

Search engines that search other search engines are called A. gigasearch engines B. betasearch engines C. megasearch engines D. metasearch engines

D. metasearch engines

Windows creates "restore points" so that you can A. extent your warranty B. add additional hard disk storage space C. protect your system from hackers D. return your system to the way it was before you installed new software

D. return your system to the way it was before you installed new software

What is social commerce A. Social commerce is commerce that refers to all transactions taking place between two people, not two computers. B. Social commerce is a subset of e-commerce that consists of people selling items to each other online. C. Social commerce is a subset of e-commerce that uses sites such as eBay as payment intermediaries. D. Social commerce is a subset of e-commerce that uses social networks to assist in marketing and purchasing products.

D. social commerce is a subset of e-commerce that uses social networks to assist in marketing and purchasing products

Software that includes programs to help you at work, home and school is called A. productivity software B. open source software C. application software D. Software as a service

D. software as a service

A macro is a program released early to the public for testing and evaluation T or F

False

A touch pad is a pointing device usually found in tablets T or F

False

App creation software includes tools like adobe photoshop T or F

False

Data and information are interchangeable terms T or F

False

Files deleted from a flash drive are sent to the recycle bin and could be recovered, if necessary T or F

False

Hacktivism is another word for cyberterrorism T or F

False

Modern desktop operating systems are considered single-user multitasking operating systems T or F

False

The next einstein initiative uses the power of supercomputing to enhance mathematical education T or F

False

There is no limit to how much RAM you can add to modern computers T or F

False

Webcasts are delivered only as prerecorded audio and video content T or F

False

SSD drives are preferable to conventional hard drives because they transfer data more quickly T or F

True

The move toward access instead of ownership is a sign of collaborative consumption T or F

True

A blog is usually written by a single author and often represents a personal log or journal T or F

True

Course management software creates a virtual learning experience for students and houses course materials, tests, and discussion boards T or f

True

Geolocation requires a GPS chip in a mobile device T or F

True

The internet was created to provide A. a secure form of communications B. a common communication means for all computers C. both a and b D. neither a nor b

a. a secure form of communications

When a printer receives a command, it generates a unique signal to the OS, which is called a(n) a. event b. interrupt C. slice D. none of the above

b. interrupt

Which of the following is an example of financial management software A. audioacrobat B. photos C. quicken D.lumosity

c. quicken

System restore points can only be created by windows automatically on a regular shcedule T or F

false

You want to search the web for captain America: civil war, what will give you the most specific results?

putting it in quotes