computer concepts
which of the following medical procedures primarily involve computers
-MRI -fetal monitoring
when different types of computer systems are involved, a(n) ____ is needed so that those systems can effectively communicate
-back up -common interface
when a server farm gets too big for its space, companies often use____, thin computers that slide into racks that hold many of its companion servers
-blade servers -laptop computers
a drive bay, power supply, and cooling fan are located in the _____
-computer case -system unit
some of today's most sophisticated technology exists because it was developed and funded by the military
-controlling drones -combat simulation -defense -research
multi-user computers allow___ to connect to them in order to access information or software stored inside them
-convertible laptops -personal computers -laptop computers -desktop computers
alex is working on a school project. he wants to share a document that he is working on with his classmates
-google docs -microsoft office online
alex is working on a school project. he wants to share a document that he is working on with his classmates. select 2 cloud collaboration tools that can help him create, view, edit, and share documents online
-google docs -microsoft office online
which of the following are a virtual assistant that responds to voice commands
-siri -google's assistant
a ____ system spreads data across several disks and stores parity information that can be used to reconstruct data if a disk drive fails
-stripping with parity -RAID 5
personal computers are meant to be used by only one person at a time. which computers are not personal computers
-tape storage facility -atm
a computer programming language
C++
the national science foundation (NSF) created ____ in 1981 to bring together researchers in the field of computer science
CSNET
a large business likely uses a(n) ______ software that includes project management tools and CRM
ERP
in 1990, the first web page was created in a language called ____ and placed on the first web server
HTML
____ is a social network designed with a strictly business-oriented focus
world of warcraft and fortnight are 2 examples of a ______, an online video game set in a virtual world where millions of people play with or against other players
MMORPG
Once a computer program is compiled, the will produce a(n) executable file that can be run by the operating system on a user's computer.
Microsoft visual studio
___ is the communication protocol that rules how packets of data are transmitted
TCP/IP
If Henry wants to watch TV on his computer, he needs a ____. He can use the _____ as a digital video recorder (DVR) to record television shows for playback at a later date
TV tuner
emma wants to create and upload a video on how to play the ukulele, which video sharing site should she use
YouTube
____ act as traffic directors for data that travels through the motherboard
chipsets
employees use their company's ______ to access documents, programs, and hardware devices
computer network
when john's computer couldn't read his new DVD drive, he realized he needed to install a(n) ______ that instructs the operating system how to recognize and use the new drive
device driver
a(n) ___ utility scrambles your data or communication, making it unreadable by anyone who doesn't have the proper key
encryption
to help build trust between users of its service, online stores typically feature a ____ for rating buyers and sellers
feedback system
a graphical user interface (GUI) allows users to interact with the computer via ___ elements on the screen that include windows, icons, menus, and buttons
graphical
instead of holding a smartphone while driving, it is safer to use ____ technology
hands-free
created in 1991, ____ is an open source server operating system that users modify, enhance, and then freely distribute to other users
linux
many ____ devices connect to a central hub as Wink or SmarThings, which allows users to interact with all of their household devices from a single app
loT
a(n) ____ helps managers use software tools to gather, organize, and evaluate information
management info system
also known as the ___, the CPU is the main processor of a computer
microprocessor
who owns the internet
no single person or group controls the network
many laptops and tablets sold today don't include disc drives because people use a(n) ____ to store their information
online account
refers to the processed results that a computer sends out to you. Typically, the results appear on the computer's screen or on a printed piece of paper.
output
monitors that use ____ touchscreens detect the pressure of your touch, making them effective in restaurants and other environments where dirt and liquid create problems for other input devices
resistive
in a small business or home network, the gateway is usually the ___
router
the ____ is a combination mobile phone and handheld computer
smartphone
___ refers to a variety of websites and services that allow individuals to connect with each other by sharing photos, news, and thoughts on just about anything
social media
because no software is truly free of bugs, programmers will "patch" them by offering ___ to users
software updates
the ___ is a mobile device that measures 7 to 10 inches in size and is an affordable and lightweight tool for reading electronic books, performing research, watching movies and staying in touch with friends and family
tablet
Wi-Fi signals generally reach 100 to 200 feet indoors, unless the signal is blocked by walls or floors
true
____ is an alternative operating system that has a familiar interface, can run off a USB drive, and has many free and open source applications
ubuntu
before installing software on your computer, you need to accept the end-user license agreement (EULA) that states how you can legally ___ the software
use
alex can't play his newest video game on his desktop computer because his video card is too slow. alex needs to install a video card that has a faster _____
vga connector
when a recipient opens an infected file, a ___ will activate itself and find more files to infect, making your operating system unuseable
virus
a large company like Amazon saves enormous amounts of data gathered from multiple databases in a data ______
warehouse
a radio station can broadcast their programs online via a ___, allowing people from around the world to listen to their shows online
webcast
a _____ is the connection of 2 or more central computers or LANS
wide area network (WAN)