INTRO TO COMPUTERS FINAL

How would you describe an intelligent workplace? A. It uses technology to enable workers to connect and communicate B. It has a bring your own device policy allowing online collaboration C. Its workers all telecommute and use the cloud D. It holds meetings only via web conferencing and markets itself over social media

A. It uses technology to enable workers to connect and communicate

Akira has a mobility impairment that makes it difficult to type on a keyboard. What technology can she use to type written documents without using a keyboard? A. speech recognition software B. closed captioning C. Braille printer D. audio book

A. speech recognition software

What technology can collect information to make decisions, reach conclusions, and combine information in new ways? A. Embedded computers B. Virtual reality C. Artificial intelligence (AI) D. Robotics

C. Artificial intelligence (AI)

Which of the following is NOT a factor search engines consider when ranking results? A. Number of other webpages that link to the page B. How long the webpage has been published C. Design quality of the webpage D. How often the search term appears on the webpage

C. Design quality of the webpage

Which of the following is an example of green computing? A. purchase new models of devices as soon as they are released B. Request printed receipts C. Purchase and use products with an ENERGY STAR label D. Keep devices turned on and ready to use, even at night

C. Purchase and use products with an ENERGY STAR label

Which of the following is the science that combines technology & engineering? A. Augmented reality B. Digital citizenship C. Robotics D. Natural language processing

C. Robotics

In a web app, where is date usually stored? A. mobile network B. local computer C. cloud storage D. application storage

C. cloud storage

Which option lists the computer components in order from oldest to newest? A. transistors, vacuum tubes, integrated circuits, personal computers, micro processors B. integrated circuits, microprocessors, vacuum tubes, transistors, personal computers C. vacuum tubes, transistors, integrated circuits, microprocessors, personal computers D. microprocessors, vacuum tubes, transistors, personal computers, integrated circuits

C. vacuum tubes, transistors, integrated circuits, microprocessors, personal computers

Pierre has entered marks obtained by the students in all the classes he teaches in a spreadsheet. Now he wants to highlight some data according to his specifications. Which spreadsheet feature should he use?

Conditional formatting

When Florence joins her father's construction business, she realizes all the transactions are still done and maintained on paper. What should she do to establish a system where an data can be looked up immediately and transparency can be maintained?

Create a database of company projects, customers, and vendors

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? A. Give them the classroom phone extension to dial in while away B. Mail them videotapes and tests C. Speed through the content and finish before they leave D. Use a learning management system (LMS) to put lectures & tests online

D. Use a learning management system (LMS) to put lectures & tests online

Which of the following technologies assists users that have a visual disability? A. colorful webpages B. on-screen keyboards C. captioning software D. screen readers

D. screen readers

Why do companies use online collaborative productivity software? A. to allow employees to share, edit, and comment on documents B. to promote company events and products C. to perform work that is too dangerous, detailed, or monotonous for a single person D. to allow employees to share, edit, and comment on documents.

D. to allow employees to share, edit, and comment on documents.

In Windows, you use _______ to reorder, move, and navigate between folders

File Explorer

Jim wants to develop an app for a specific purpose that would run even when his computer is not connected to the Internet. What type of app should he develop?

Native app

How can you display the main folders on a Windows computer?

Open file manager

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. What factors should he consider?

Processing core - some applications, especially games, have greater processor requirements

A CPU converts the data entered through the keyboard output displayed on the monitor.

TRUE

A device driver is a program that controls a device attached to the computer

TRUE

A digital citizen is familiar with how to use technology to become an educated and productive member of the digital world

TRUE

An intelligent workplace uses technology to allow workers to be productive whether they are in the office or working from home.

TRUE

An intelligent workplace uses technology to enable workers to connect to the company's network, communicate with each other, use productivity software and apps, and meet via web conferencing.

TRUE

E-commerce sites use Transport Layer Security to encrypt data and protect you from fraud and identity theft.

TRUE

Each slide in a presentation has a layout that includes placeholders for certain types of content

TRUE

Embedded computers usually are small and have limited hardware but enhance the capabilities of every day devices.

TRUE

If you add a slideshow to play as your desktop theme, you have customized your system software.

TRUE

Information literacy means you can evaluate whether online information is biased, misleading, or out of date

TRUE

It is advised to fully charge the battery of a laptop before using it for the first time.

TRUE

Local applications can be accessed only on the computers on which they are installed

TRUE

New cars use embedded computers to make driving safer.

TRUE

Online classified ads are an example of C2C e-commerce

TRUE

Peripheral devices, like a USB flash drive, are generally connected to your computer through ports.

TRUE

Steffie needs to find the domain name of the webpage she is currently viewing. To do this, she needs to look at the address bar of the browser.

TRUE

The gap between those who have access to technology and its resources and information, especially on the internet, and those who do not

The digital divide

What is the main purpose of an operating system?

To coordinate the resources and activities on a computer

What is the first step to performing hardware maintenance?

Turn of the computer & remove it's power source

What is the most common type of storage device for transferring files from one computer to another?

USB flash drive

How can you check data on devices connected through an IoT network?

Use a tablet

When Alice turned on her laptop this morning, the screen displayed only colorful horizontal lines. What is most likely to have the problem?

Video card

Lauren wants to write short articles and post them online. If she has an Internet connection, what software can help her do her work?

Zoho writer

Which of the following types of RAM needs to be constantly recharged to retain the contents? a. Dynamic RAM (DRAM) b. Flash memory c. Static RAM (SRAM) d. Magnetoresistive RAM (MRAM)

a. Dynamic RAM (DRAM)

What should you do if a headset plugged into your computer is not working properly? a. Update the device driver b. Replace the computer's power cord c. Upgrade RAM d. Unplug the headset

a. Update the device driver

A file manager is used for all of the following except________. a. to change the contents of files b. to reorder files within a folder c. to navigate between folders d. to move files

a. to change the contents of files

Which of the follow is a necessary step in maintaining computer hardware? a. cleaning air vents b. Using a UPS or a surge protector c. Rebooting the computer often d. connecting peripheral devices to computer

b. Using a UPS or a surge protector

Logan is considering web app development as a career option. Which of the following languages does he not need to master? a. HTML5 b. Virtual Basic c. CSS d. JavaScript

b. Visual Basic

When should a user consider restoring the operating system? a. When the monitor does not display anything b. When programs or apps do not start properly c. When you cannot print documents d. When you can't connect to the Internet

b. When programs or apps do not start properly

Which of these is not an input device? a. stylus b. printer c. webcam d. scanner

b. printer

What printer is commonly used to produce high quality professional drawings such as architectural blueprints? a. Mobile printer b. Laser printer c. Plotter d. Ink-jet printer

c. Plotter

Which of these is an optical medium of storage? a. solid state drive b. hard disk drive c. blu-ray disc d. cloud storage

c. blu-ray disc

Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored? a. RAM b. Flash drive c. Virtual memory d. Internal hard drive

d. Internal hard drive

An _________ contains the instructions your computer/device needs to run programs and apps. a. spreadsheet b. data file c. file extension d. executable file

d. executable file

Samantha plans to self-publish her book on her website. What app should she use to design the cover?

graphics app

Folder names should_______.

identify the content and purpose of the folder

When you save a Microsoft Office file to OneDrive, where are you saving it?

in a storage area located on a server

During the boot process, what does the processor do after the computer circuits receive power?

it begins to run the bootstrap program

Digital information processed into a useful form is called

output

An operating system is also called a

platform

Martha has been appointed as the Data Security Manager of her organization. The company wants her to develop a customized app to remove viruses from the infected systems without connecting to the network. What type of app should she focus on developing?

portable app

What type of window are you opening when you click the Start button on the Windows desktop, and then click the name of the app?

program window

A ________ protects your device against unauthorized access

user account

Compressing a file is also called ______ the file

zipping

Big data is processed using relational databases

FALSE. big data is a large collection of unstructured data, which can't be processed using relational database model

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?

'A' is converted to binary code, which the CPU processes. The computer then converts the code back 'A' for display.

For an interview, Sean needs to familiarize himself with database software but cannot afford to purchase any software. Which of these app suites should he download?

Apache OpenOffice

Andy has diabetes and he is not good about taking his medications or even checking his 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? A. He will not have to visit the doctor as frequently B. He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin. C. His doctor will be able to monitor him through the use of a smartphone D. His health records will now be stored in the cloud

B. He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin.

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 A. transistors B. sensors C. navigation systems D. kiosks

B. sensors

Before you can open and edit a compressed file, you need to zip it.

FALSE. you need to extract or uncompress a compressed file before you can edit it

Patricia has started a new interior design business, and wants to store designs in the cloud so her clients can review them. Which of the following apps should she use for cloud storage?

Drop Box

A joystick is a pen-type input device used to draw and tap icons.

FALSE

If you want to become a digital citizen, you only have to buy a piece of technology.

FALSE

Most computers can operate normally in extreme temperatures and withstand high humidity and power fluctuations.

FALSE

When Liam went to print his presentation, the boot process established the connection to the printer, sent the presentation to the printer, and let other software know the printer was busy

FALSE. Operating system does this.