computer concepts midterm
"https" as the protocol in the URL
A friend of Muna's suggested a website that she can use to download music. How should she check if the website is secure?
Wolfram Alpha
Andy is writing an article and wants to verify a few facts. Which of the following websites is designed to provide answers to factual questions?
webpage
A(n) _____ is an electronic document that can contain text, graphics, sound, video, and links.
Place as many documents as possible online, reducing the need for paper printouts.
At the beginning of the school year, each classroom was given one box of copy paper to make all their copies for the year. How do you think the teachers will be able to make that one box last all year long?
art history*
Darren is hoping to get search results that begin with the words "art history." Which of the following search terms will help him?
It is using virtual reality.
Before going into space, astronauts spend many hours training on flight simulators allowing them to learn how to fly without life and death consequences. How would you describe the technology the flight simulator is using?
It uses technology to enable workers to connect and communicate.
How would you describe an intelligent workplace?
Cloud storage
In a web app, where is data usually stored?
The developers were using artificial intelligence.
In the 1980s movie, Wargames, the computer was taught to play chess, checkers, tic tac toe, and other strategy games. How would you describe the developers' goal in teaching the computer these games?
in RAM
Manny copied a table from an MS Excel file, closed the file, and then pasted the table in an MS Word document. Where was the table stored after he copied it?
Articles published in a newspaper known to be neutral toward any political party
Patricia intends to study analyses of the last five Presidential elections. Which of the following is an authentic source for the study?
machine-to-machine (M2M) communications
Purchase and use products with an ENERGY STAR label.
Spiders
Search engines use software that combs the web to find webpages and add new data about them to the database. What is this software called?
A mobile health app (mHealth)
Simone just received a letter from her health care provider telling her she can create an account online that will give her access to all her health records. How would you describe what her provider is encouraging his patients to engage with?
Link his website to other popular websites
Steve has built an online shopping website and he would like to increase his website ranking in the search results. You are his consultant. Which of the following would you recommend for him to help achieve his goal
The website of the software firm
Susan is reading through a collection of webpages that contains information about a software firm. The firm manages the information on these webpages. What is Susan most likely browsing?
Help desk support
Taran wants to work in the technology field but is unsure of which career to pursue. He has been told he has strong people skills; he is good at figuring out what is wrong with computers and fixing them; and he is patient and helpful when others do not know how to use computers. As his college advisor, which technology careers would you suggest he explore?
learning management system (LMS)
The local community college wants to increase its online offerings. To do so, the college will most likely need to purchase a(n) ______.
Most relevant results
What are "hits" that search engines list on the first page?
A faulty port
What could cause an external drive, like a USB flash drive, to not be recognized when plugged into a computer?
Bus width
What determines the speed at which data travels?
Voice synthesizer
What device do e-learning applications usually use to help users with visual impairment read digital content?
cookies
What does a B2C website use to track the items you select on the website?
a number system with two digits, 0 and 1
What is the binary system?
Fetch - decode - execute - store
What is the correct sequence of processing instructions in a machine cycle?
Clock speed
Which of the following factors can affect processor performance of a CPU?
The URL of the website begins with http.
Which of the following indicates a website is NOT secure?
A social networking website
Which type of website would allow Evan, an avid traveler, to share photos and videos with his friends?
The digital divide
_____ is the gap between those who have access to technology and its resources and information, especially on the Internet, and those who do not.
a server on the Internet
Cloud storage refers to the storage of data on ______.
Processor core - some applications, especially games, have greater processor requirements
Daniel wants to buy a computer to use for playing games after work. He loves racing games and wants to make sure his device has all the specifications needed to run them smoothly and efficiently. Which of these factors should he consider?
Use a learning management system (LMS) to put lectures and tests online.
Dave and Pietro are active in the National Guard. Halfway through the semester, they receive orders to report to duty. How can their professor use technology to allow them to complete the course?
Dominic pays a small fee to the auction site.
Dominic lists his camera for sale on an online auction site. Chloe is the highest bidder and purchases the camera. How does the auction site earn its revenue through the transaction?
Use the web directories created by health research institutions.
Gregory is researching the use of certain drugs for treating anemia in women living in a developing country. Which of the following approaches is the most focused on his research?
They use a GPS to avoid traffic delays.
How are delivery drivers able to meet the delivery timelines selected by customers when purchasing products?
Both use past experiences to predict likely outcomes and responses.
How are the ways AI learns similar to how you learn?
tablet
Jack needs a convenient way to browse the Internet, read emails, and store basic data when he travels. Which of the following would be the best option for him?
Emperor penguin colony
Lionel wants to find images of colonies of Emperor penguins to use for a school project. Which of the following phrases should he use as the search query to find the results he needs?
virtual reality (VR)
Margot and Tomas have heard how beautiful the Swiss Alps are, but they are afraid to fly. What technology could they use to see and experience the Alps without flying there?
As soon as the image exists in physical form
Mateo is designing a technical diagram that many textbook publishers can use, and he wants to make sure he retains the rights to the diagram before selling it. At what stage does a copyright for his creative work come into effect?
One friend has an unreliable, slow Internet connection.
Rajesh is considering whether to use a web app to collaborate with a group of friends on a project. What is one reason he should avoid using a web app for the project?
He should have periodic anti-virus scanning and software upgraded on all computers.
Rocco runs a software firm that creates database management systems for other businesses. How can he ensure that his employees' computers remain protected from viruses and other malware?
he is using technology to have students work cooperatively in groups and create a presentation.
Sanjay, a middle school history teacher, has assigned his class to work in groups to create a presentation on the different legal systems around the world. Each group consists of three people in the class and one person form their pen pal class in India. How would you describe Sanjay's use of technology
Technology sales
Sofie has strong people skills, listens well, and communicates effectively. Which technology career may be a good fit for her?
They are free to do so without seeking permission or paying royalty.
The current Copyright Law states that, in general, works published after 1977 will fall into public domain 70 years after the death of the author. Which of the following will be true for those who want to use a whole or portions of a novel published in 1978, with a copyright notice 70 years after the author dies?
They could create a hashtag and post on social media.
The fifth grade class at the local elementary school is doing a class project on recycling and wants to involve the entire community. How could they inform community members about their project using social networking?
A learning management system
The teachers in the Mathematics Department want to increase student retention and success rates in all the math courses. They are interested in looking for something that will allow students to check their progress, take practice tests, and message instructors with questions. What would you recommend they consider?
Transfer contents to an external storage device.
To resolve major computer issues, computer professionals often suggest restoring the operating system. Which of the following should happen before this step?
In the header
Victoria wants to add a new logo to her landscape management website. Where would be the most appropriate location for her to place it on the home page?
Plug-and-play devices
What devices do not need device drivers to be manually installed, and start to function as soon as they are connected to a computer?
Turn off the computer and remove its power source.
What is the first step to performing hardware maintenance?
USB flash drive
What is the most common type of storage device for transferring files from one computer to another?
Install additional RAM.
What is the recommended solution if a computer performs slowly?
When programs or apps do not start properly
When should a user consider restoring the operating system?
Desktop computers
Which of the following devices is the easiest to upgrade, such as by adding RAM?
Encryption
Which of the following does a secure website use to safeguard transmitted information?
Design quality of the webpage
Which of the following is NOT a factor search engines consider when ranking search results?
Sophia hires a neighborhood plumber to fix a leaking faucet and pays him after the repairs are complete.
Which of the following is NOT an e-commerce transaction?
computer-aided manufacturing
You work for a company that is losing sales because it takes days to manufacture products. What technology can you suggest the company use to speed production?
Self-driving cars contribute to accidents caused by distracted driving.
Your Uber driver just showed up to pick you up and when you open the car door, you notice that the human is in the passenger seat and no one is sitting in the driver's seat. You realize this is a self-driving car. You are pretty excited to experience this new technology, but also have reservations. Based on what you have researched, which of the following might be one of your reservations?
Creative Commons
_____ is a nonprofit organization that helps content creators keep copyright to their materials while allowing others to use, copy, or distribute their work.
Virtual reality (VR)
_____ is the use of computers to simulate a real or imagined environment that appears as a three-dimensional space.
He should enter redcross.org because Red Cross is a nonprofit organization.
Brendon wants to volunteer at the Red Cross, a nonprofit agency. He enters redcross.com in his browser, but cannot find the right website. What mistake is he making?
Automated vehicles will be developed.
How will technology help people with disabilities become more transportation independent?
.mobi
If Mark is developing a website to be optimized for mobile devices, what would be the top-level domain?
intellectual property rights
If you copy a drawing from the Internet and use it in a report, you might be violating the artist's _____.
Digital forensics
If you want to use evidence found on computers, networks, and other devices to help solve crimes, then which of the following careers is a match for you?
Tell him to upload PDF of his resume so no one can make changes to it and be sure to include links to the article he wrote.
Joaquim wants to create a strong professional online presence so employers will be interested in him and seek him out. What would be your best advice for him?
A poor internet connection
Jodi is travelling to San Francisco for a conference. She has stored her PowerPoint slides on Microsoft's web app. What could be of concern to her while presenting her slides?
Search for an image on Creative Commons
Joe wants to use an engaging image as a hook in his presentation, but he's afraid of violating any copyright laws. What should he do?
"The quick brown fox"
Joel wants to find a specific webpage containing the words "The quick brown fox" in the same sequence. Which of the following search queries should he use to produce the most helpful results?
solid state drive
What type of hard drive has no moving parts, making it fast and durable?
video card
When Alice turned on her laptop this morning, the screen displayed only colorful horizontal lines. Which of the following is most likely to have a problem?
the control unit and the arithmetic logic unit
When a CPU executes instructions as it converts input into output, it does so with _____.
platform
When considering a computer to purchase, which of the following factors involves the operating system of the computer?
The need for visits to the doctor's office is increased.
Which of the following is NOT true about mobile health?
Gamepad
Which of the following is a game controller that is held with both hands and used to control movement of on-screen objects by pressing buttons and moving hardware components?
Akiko, who helps smaller businesses establish themselves in the market
Which of the following people will benefit the most from using a B2B website?
Examples of B2B services are advertising, technical support, and training.
Which of the statements about B2B e-commerce is correct?
Cloud storage
Which of these is an optical medium of storage?
Printer
Which of these is not an input device?
speech recognition software
Akira has a mobility impairment that makes it difficult to type on a keyboard. What technology can she use to create written documents without using a keyboard?
Use his webcam and speakers so that he and his mother can both see and hear each other.
Alessandro wants to use his desktop computer to video chat with his mother. What hardware does he need to accomplish this?
scanner
Alex needs to email his graduation certificate to a prospective employer. He has only physical copies of the certificate. What device could he use to create an electronic copy of the certificate?
You can shop online at any time of day and in any weather conditions.
Amanda is used to buying clothes from physical stores. Her friend, Stuart, prefers online shopping and wants to persuade her to shop online as well. Which of the following arguments can Stuart make to convince Amanda without painting a false picture?
He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin
Andy has diabetes and he is not good about taking his medications or even checking his insulin levels. His doctor has recently started using mobile health (mHealth). How will Andy's doctor's use of mHealth help Andy get his diabetes under control?
Add a formal citation and use the farmer's explanation in his paper.
Benny is writing a research paper on a specific method of farming. He really admires the methods used by one farmer, who is also a published author, and wants to use his explanations in his research paper. How can Benny ensure he doesn't plagiarize?
Trello
Bentley is the head of a software development team and needs to use a web app for project management. Which of the following web apps best suits his needs?
Issue digital coupons for discounts on all products
EasyMart (EM) has a physical store and an online shopping site and is coming up with deals on retail products for the week of Christmas. As a marketing consultant at EM, which of the following tactics would you recommend to achieve the highest sales?
secondhand "red skateboard"
Harry wants to buy a secondhand red skateboard online. Which of the following should he use as search keywords so the results include exactly what he wants?
They track your Facebook and Instagram posts and "likes."
How do advertisers use data to know which products would most likely appeal to you?
They use code-scanning technology.
How do delivery companies track packages?
Microprocessors are faster, smaller and less expensive than integrated circuits.
How is a microprocessor different from an integrated circuit?
Information Technology
In a large business, the _____ Department makes sure that all the computer operations, mobile devices, and networks run smoothly.
www.weareone.org
Jane volunteers at an orphanage called "We Are One" and is developing a website to seek financial assistance. Which server address should she use?
Cloud storage
Jason takes many photographs on his smartphone while on vacation in Italy. If Jason wants to access these pictures across multiple devices, including his computer, smartphone, and tablet, where should he store them?
The author uses emotional language to express a single point of view.
Keith is researching a controversial topic and wants to use a website he found as an information source. Which of the following is a sign that the website is not a worthwhile resource?
The photo is free of copyrights
Mrs. Lawson a primary school teacher, told her students that a photograph of the president in the public domain. What does she mean by that?
Price comparisons from different vendors
Rogelio wants to buy appliances for his newly leased apartment. He looks for information on PriceGrabber, a comparison shopping website. Which of the following advantages do sites such as this offer?
Content aggregator site
Ronald maintains a website that focuses on travel-related information. He gathers adventure posts from various travel blogs and shares them to his site. What type of a website does Ronald maintain?
Speed at which the processor executes instructions
What performance specification does 2 GHz refer to?
Plotter
What printer is commonly used to produce high-quality professional drawings such as architectural blueprints?
* (asterisk)
What search operator would you use with the word "Android" to find Android phone, Android smartphone, and Android cell phone?
Using humor or informal names.
What should you avoid doing when creating your online profile for potential employers?
Update the device driver.
What should you do if a headset plugged into your computer is not working properly?
artificial intelligence (AI)
What technology can collect information to make decisions, reach conclusions, and combine information in new ways?
Scan code
What technology is being used when you are sent an email saying you can track your package?
Repetitive tasks
What types of activities are ideal for a robot to perform?
vacuum tubes, transistors, integrated circuits, microprocessors, personal computers
Which option lists the computer components in order from oldest to newest?
Ingestible camera
Which technology device could be used to view a patient's internal organs?
A desktop computer
Which type of a computer can be assembled using a monitor, a keyboard, a CPU, speakers, a printer and a mouse?
read-only memory (ROM)
Which type of memory is permanently installed on your computer and attached to the motherboard?
to allow employees to share, edit, and comment on documents
Why do companies use online collaborative productivity software?
Other search engines provide more reliable research.
Why is it advisable to look beyond search engines like Google and Bing while conducting online research for assignments and projects?
Augmented reality
You are on vacation and want to see where all the restaurants and trendy shops are in relation to your hotel. You remember there is an app on your phone that will use your location and show you that information. What is the app using?
The Internet of Things
_____ is an environment where processors are embedded in objects that communicate with one another via the Internet or wireless networks.
Information security
Juan is interested in getting a job in the technology field. He is interested in protecting data from threats, and stopping hackers and viruses. Which job would should Juan apply for?
Unlike Google, RhythmOne uses speech recognition to match the audio part of the video with the search term.
Alicia often shows short, engaging videos to her fifth-grade science students. She has more success using RhythmOne instead of Google to find appropriate videos. Which of the following most likely explains why?
Shopping on a website that uses the HTTP protocol
Cathy wants to buy a new watch online, but is concerned about security when making the purchase. Which of the following increases the chance that her payment is NOT secure?
Projector
Which is the most suitable device to use in a classroom or a conference room to deliver presentations?
A formatting toolbar
Which of the following is NOT likely to be found on a webpage?
Which of the following would be considered a professional networking website?
Creative Commons license
Francis has designed a picture book appropriate for third graders. He wants teachers across the world to freely download, use, and distribute his work, but he would still like to retain his copyright on the content. What type of license should he use for his book?
A search site
Google is an example of which type of website?
A usage rights filter shows information about using an image.
Where can you find the information about using an image that you obtained in a search result?
Internal hard drive
Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?
Apple
Which company was the first to develop a computer meant for personal use?
Google Docs
Which of the following is a web app?
Bottlenecking
Which of the following refers to a condition in which the CPU performs well but the bus speed is slow?
A copyrighted story whose copyright has expired
Which of the following stories can be said to be in the public domain?
screen readers
Which of the following technologies assists users that have a visual disability?
.net
Which of the following top-level domains is generally used by Internet service providers?
Hard drive
Which of these hardware components can you use to store videos?
A humorous profile name
You and your best friend have both created online career profiles. Within a week, your friend has had three calls for interviews and another 19 companies have viewed his profile. Your profile has had only two views. You ask your friend to review your profile and he finds a problem with it. Which of the following would be a problem for your online career profile?
Use sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices.
Your company must reduce its electronic waste by 10 percent in the next year. What can the company do to meet this goals?
Intelligent classroom
Your school has just been awarded a technology grant. Each grade level team has been asked to submit a proposal for how they would could use the money. Your team puts forward an idea where students can submit work online and work collaboratively with on projects. What type of classroom have you described?
Captioning software can be used to transcribe what is being said.
Angeline is deaf. To adhere with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) how can technology help her compete in a hearing world?
Business to business
Blackbaud is a company that supplies services and software designed for nonprofit organizations. Which type of e-commerce website will Blackbaud have?
Her coffeemaker that she has set to turn on and make coffee every morning at the same time.
Emma tried to explain to her mother that computers are everywhere. Her mother does not believe her, and challenges Emma to find a computer in their home, as she knows she does not own a computer. Which of the following examples do you think Emma would show her mother as example of computer?
She should use a virtual account number to make the payment.
Gertie wants to buy a smartwatch by making an electronic payment. She is not willing to divulge her financial information, and her only bank account is not linked to any online payment service. Which of the following most aligns to what Gertie feels comfortable doing?
'A' is converted to binary code, which the CPU processes. The computer then converts the code back 'A' for display.
If you press the key corresponding to letter A on the keyboard, what process is carried out inside the CPU to display the letter on the screen?
Faulty power or video cable
Surya's computer monitor display does not seem to work despite repeated attempts to fix the issue. Which of the following is most likely to be causing display problems?
Using a UPS or a surge processor
Which of the following is a necessary step in maintaining computer hardware?
adaptive cruise control system
Which of the following is an example of an embedded computer?
sensors
A smart refrigerator can use _____ to detect when you are running low on milk, and then send a reminder to you on a wireless network.
Yes; it is a business transaction on a consumer-to-consumer website.
Amelie lists her dishwasher for sale on eBay. Ryan, who lives in another city, bids for the best price and uses his credit card to pay for the dishwasher. Is this transaction an example of e-commerce?
The code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey.
Daniella mailed a package to her brother three days ago. She wants to see if it has arrived yet. What technology will enable her to track her package?
The article's author has been a nutritionist for the last three years.
Kay is researching the health benefits of avocados. She finds an article on the website tracyshealthproducts.com. Which of the following can assure Kay that the content is credible?
Facebook, because it is an online social network that allows game play
Kyle likes to keep in touch with his friends and family using the Internet. He enjoys sharing pictures, music, and ideas. He also enjoys playing games with others online. Which of the following online platforms should he use to do all of this?
He should choose a navigation app with artificial intelligence that can provide information about preferred routes.
Tameka is expecting a baby and her partner wants to make sure he can get her to the hospital on the day of delivery using the fastest route possible regardless of time of day. How should he decide which technology to use?
Purchase and use products with an ENERGY STAR label.
Which of the following is an example of green computing?
uniform resource locator (URL)
Which of the following is assigned to each webpage to identify its location on the Internet?
Webcam
Which of the following is classified as input device?
Robotics
Which of the following is the science that combines technology and engineering?
Dynamic RAM (DRAM)
Which of the following types of RAM needs to be constantly recharged to retain the contents?
internal hardware problem
Jennifer turns on her laptop and hears a series of beeps. What do they probably indicate?