IS Week One
When installing a new printer on your home computer network, you will usually have to go to the printer manufacturer's website to download software called ___ .
a driver
A software license usually answers which 3 of the following questions?
Can the program's source code be viewed? Can the program be copied, modified, or redistributed? Where, how, and how often can the program be installed?
How is screensize measured?
Diagonally from left corner to right corner
Removing software, particular software associated with the computer's operating system, can cause significant problems for many computer users. For this reason it is important to be careful when you ___ .
uninstall a program
Programs that perform specific maintenance tasks on computers are commonly referred to as ___ programs.
utility
When purchasing a new computer for college, the type of computer most students choose is ___ .
a laptop computer
Linux is an open-source software
true
To install software onto a Macintosh computer, most use one of two methods. One method is to find the desired software on the Internet and then download and install it onto the Mac. Another method is to purchase the software on a DVD or CD and install the software using the computer's ____________drive
optical
Every computer must have operating system (OS) software. This operating system is often referred to as the ___ of the computer.
platform
You hold your finger on an icon on an iPhone and the icon jiggles. If a small black X on the jiggling app appears, this means that ___ just by tapping the X.
the app can be uninstalled
Used in a variety of devices including ATMs and point-of-sale terminals, ___ allow for the input of data with the use of a stylus or finger.
touchscreens
Two common ways of installing software onto a Macintosh computer include:
---Install the software using a CD or DVD (if the Mac has an optical drive) ---Download the program from the Internet and install the software onto the Macintosh computer.
Which two of the following are characteristics of the iOS?
--Developed by Apple for Apple mobile products --Comes with Siri, FaceTime, Safari, and other Apple apps
Which three of the following are true about applets?
-Applets are small application programs -Applets are often utility programs designed to help maintain your computer. -Applets typically perform less-complex functions.
While there are many reasons to purchase a Macintosh laptop, three reasons to purchase a Windows laptop instead include
-Macintosh laptops tend to be more expensive than Windows laptops. -Some Microsoft applications are easier to run on a Windows computer than a Macintosh computer. -Some professions, such as those in the medical industry and the military, use Windows-based computers.
A Gmail login is required to download apps from the Play Store. This is because Gmail and Chrome are owned by
Which three of the following are common word processing programs?
Google Docs Pages for Mac Microsoft Word
Match the laptop port with its typical use.
HDMI ----->Connecting to a large monitor or television USB ------> Connecting to a peripheral device such as an external DVD drive MicroSD ----->Reading a photo memory card
Common presentation programs include which three of the following?
Keynote for Mac Google Slides Microsoft PowerPoint
Jose uses Windows 10 on his laptop to run the programs he needs to complete his college assignments. Windows OS is owned and maintained by _____ .
Microsoft
Which two of the following are commonly used database programs?
Microsoft Access OpenOffice Base
.Which two of the following are commonly used database programs?
Microsoft Access OpenOffice Base
Which of the following is a popular OS software program?
Microsoft Windows
What manages hardware and software, supports the computer's basic functions, and runs programs?
OS
Which type of touchscreen uses a single metallic-coated panel and uses electricity to calculate touch points?
Projective capacitive
Which two of the following responses best define the term "resolution" in output devices?
Quality of the image Number of pixels in a display
Complete the following sentence using one word. Most new laptops will come with between 4 and 16 GB of
RAM
Match the definition to the correct spreadsheet term
Single page in a workbook (Worksheet) A collection of related worksheets (Workbook) Identifies the location of a cell in a worksheet (Cell Reference) A mathematical operation used to perform calculations (formula) Built-in formulas included in a spreadsheet program (function)
Which three of the following are common software licenses?
Site Network Single-User
Match the device with the storage technology used.
Smartphones and tablets ---->solid-state hard drive Most desktops---->>>> traditional, magnetic hard drive DVD player ----->lasers (optical) drive
Which three of the following are important considerations when purchasing a new laptop computer?
The OS The price The screensize
Which of the following is a strength of the Windows OS?
Wide availability of software options.
The most common OS for personal computers is Microsoft
Windows
Determining which computer platform (operating system) would be best for a particular student often depends on what the student wants to study and in which industry she or he wants to enter after graduation. Students who plan to study science or engineering or want to focus on business (accounting or finance), as well as those who plan to work for the government should strongly consider the __ platform since it is generally considered the industry standard in those fields.
Windows OS
Because it is a Google product, downloading an app from the Play Store might require ___ .
a Gmail account
If you plan to become a film editor, you should probably purchase ___ since it is most commonly used in the film industry.
a Macintosh computer
So that you can easily connect your laptop to a large screen monitor, many come with an HDMI port. HDMI stands for _____________ - definition media interface
high
Which operating system is found on Apple smartphones and tablets?
iOS
While tablet computers and 2-in-1 computers have increased in popularity, the ______________________computer is still the most popular type among college students (aside from smartphones).
laptop
Because they tend to use relatively large amounts of battery life and because their inclusion tends to make a laptop somewhat larger (thicker), many new laptops do not come with _____________ drives such as blu-ray or DVD players.
optical
Applications that enable a user to create visual aids that can be projected on a screen or displayed on a digital display are called
presentation, PowerPoint, or power point
When referring to apps or applications, the term "installing" refers to the process of _____.
putting software on a digital device
Match the definition to the correct presentation software term.
A single page in a presentation program matches- --Slide Stores information about the theme and slide layouts of a presentation--Slide Master A collection of pages arranged in sequence that contain text and images---Slide show Can be added to a presentation to assist with what you are going to say while you are presenting ---Speaker notes
Match the definition to the correct database term.
Table ----The default view of a relational database. Organized in rows and columns. Record ------A row in a relational database table. Field ------A column in a relational database table. Primary Key ---The field that uniquely identifies each record in a database. Query----A set of criteria used to extract data from a database. Reports ----Data extracted from a database and structured for printing and data interpretation.
To download apps on an Apple product such as an iPhone or an iPad, click on the _____ Store icon.
app
Most word processing software can be used for which three of the following tasks?
-Creating very basic Web pages -Creating documents -Very simple desktop publishing
Which two of the following are true statements about the Linux OS?
-Free for consumers to download and use. -Linux is an open-source software.
Which three of the following are the strengths of the Linux OS?
-Linux is an open-source software that can be modified by users. Linux is an operating system that is free to download and use. -Linux OS has solid security features and is less susceptible to viruses.
Which three of the following are common spreadsheet application programs?
-Numbers for Mac -Google Sheets -Microsoft Excel
Which two of the following are true about system software?
-One of the most important types of system software is the operating system. -System software refers to programs that offer the structure and hardware control necessary to run the computer and its peripheral devices.
Which two of the following are usually considered the strengths of the macOS platform?
-Strong graphics quality and graphical user interface (GUI). -Very stable and reliable, few viruses
One way to download and install a program onto a Windows computer is to go through the Microsoft Store. Place the following steps in order if you use the Microsoft Store to download and install Tumblr on a Windows computer. Place the first step at the top.
1. Click the Start button to open the Start Menu 2. Scroll to the Microsoft Store icon and click on it 3. Click Search(magnifying glass) 4. Type Tumblr 5. Click the Tumblr icon 6. Click Get 7. Follow the instructions to install the program
Click and drag on elements in order Place the following steps in an order that would allow you to uninstalling an app from an Android-based tablet, with the first step at the top.
1. Tap the Settings icon 2. Select Apps and nofications 3. Select See all apps 4. Select the appropriate app 5. Select Uninstall
What is the correct order of steps to access the snipping tool in Windows 10?
1.Click the Cortana or Search button 2. Type "Snipping Tool" 3. Select the Snipping Tool desktop app 4. Click "New" to start the capture of an image
Because many people connect peripheral devices to laptop computers, most laptops come with at least ___ ports.
2 or 3 USB
Which two of the following methods will uninstall a program from a Macintosh computer?
Drag the program icon to the trash, click the Finder, empty the trash. Go to the Launchpad, hold the program icon, click on the X.
Select all that apply Look at the following specifications: Total storage capacity - 512 gigabytes System memory - 16 gigabytes Processor speed (base) - 1.8 gigahertz Select the three true statements regarding this 2-in-1 computer.
This computer has 16 GB of RAM This computer has a 512 GB hard drive. This computer has a touchscreen
Which three of the following may be included when installing a program onto your computer?
Toolbars Spyware Adware
Look at the following computer specifications: 2-in-1 design Total storage capacity - 512 gigabytes System memory - 16 gigabytes Processor speed (base) - 1.8 gigahertz This device has 16 GB of random ____________________ , Incorrect Unavailable memory.
access
Look at the following computer specifications: 2-in-1 design Total storage capacity - 512 gigabytes System memory - 16 gigabytes Processor speed (base) - 1.8 gigahertz This device has 16 GB of random ___________memory.
access
Small application programs that are often utility programs and perform less complex operational functions and are commonly used to execute tasks in the Control Panel of Microsoft Windows are called ___.
applets
Most refer to a software application on a mobile device, such as an iPhone, as a(n)
applications
The system management tool in the Windows operating system is referred to as the ___
control panel or Windows Settings
When you purchase a peripheral, such as a printer to go with your home computer, you will usually have to download important software from the printer's manufacturer in order to ensure that the printer software works well with your computer's operating system. This important software is called a
driver
Most new laptops come with 128-1,000 ____________ of storage.
gigabytes
One method of uninstalling a program from a Macintosh computer is to first ___ .
go to the Launchpad
Toolbars, adware, and extra software may accompany downloaded games and software, particularly if the manufacturer offers free downloads. Because of this, it is important to read closely when ___ .
installing software
One method of finding and downloading programs for a Windows computer is to download the program from the
internet
Determining which computer platform (operating system) would be best for a particular student often depends on what the student wants to study and in which industry she or he wants to enter after graduation. Students who plan to study graphic design or want to focus on photo production or publishing should strongly consider the __ platform since it is generally considered the industry standard in those fields.
macOS
A computer platform is commonly referred to as a(n) __________ system or OS.
operating
A computer platform is commonly referred to as a(n)_____________ system or OS.
operating
A driver is software that allows a peripheral device, such as a printer or a monitor, to work smoothly with your computer's ___ system.
operating
CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs are sometimes referred to as ___ discs.
optical
If you need a computer that can play or burn DVDs or Blu-ray discs, you need to purchase one with a(n) ____________drive.
optical
In order to save battery life and to maintain a slim profile, many new laptops do not come with ___ .
optical drives
Two methods of uninstalling a program from a Windows computer are to use the Settings button and go through the Apps button, or to click on Programs and Features in the Control
panel
Apps designed to make individuals or businesses more efficient are categorized as:
productivity
Software comes in various categories. One category is system software, which provides the instructions that hardware needs to operate (iOS, Android, Windows, etc.). Another category is game software (League of Legends, Hearthstone, Angry Birds, etc.). Another category of software includes applications such as Office 365, iWork, QuickBooks, Googledocs, etc. This software is referred to as ___ software.
productivity
Most new smartphones come with between 2 and 6 GB of ___ .
random access memory (RAM)
The quality of a display screen, as defined by its number of pixels, is called its ___________________
resolution
One method of uninstalling an app from a Macintosh computer is to click on the Launchpad icon. This icon has a _______ on it.
rocket
One method of uninstalling an app from a Macintosh computer is to click on the Launchpad icon. This icon has a _______on it.
rocket
Measuring diagonally from an upper corner to a lower corner determines the ______________ of a display.
screensize
A software license that restricts the use of a program to one user at a time is known as a ___ .
single-user license
The __ tool is used to capture a screen shot, or snip, of any image on the screen of a laptop or desktop computer,
snipping
Because of their compact size and extreme efficiency, smartphones, tablets, and some laptops use ___________- state storage (hard drives)
solid
Because of their compact size and extreme efficiency, smartphones, tablets, and some laptops use ______________- state storage (hard drives)
solid
Used to format and display numbers and text in cells, ________________programs are used to perform calculations and structure data and are widely used in by organizations.
spreadsheet
Programs that offer the structure and hardware control necessary to run the computer and its peripheral devices are called __________ software.
system
Desktop computers usually come with at least 8-16 GB of ___ . One nice thing about a desktop is that most allow this to be easily expanded to up to 32 to 64 GB.
system memory (RAM)
Because you might unintentionally remove an important piece of software, use caution whenever you ______________a program
uninstall
Because you might unintentionally remove an important piece of software, use caution whenever you ___________a program.
uninstall
Wyatt has purchased a new laptop and found it came with many programs that he does not want. He should _____ the programs from his device so they do not take up storage space.
uninstall
Removing unwanted software from a digital device, such as a tablet or laptop computer, is called ___ .
uninstalling
To uninstall an app from an iPhone or iPad. Hold down the app until the apps jiggle and the click on the small black
x
Which three of the statements are true statements regarding utility programs?
-Utility programs often perform a specific maintenance type of task. -Utility programs are included with both Windows and macOS. -Common utility programs include disk formatting, disk cleanup, and disk defragmenting.
Which three of the following statements are true regarding optical drives?
A blu-ray player is considered an optical drive. Optical drives use lasers to read pits and lands on optical media such as blu-rays, DVDs, and CDs Many new laptops do not include optical drives.
The computer platform known for its graphics capability and stylish design is the ___ .
macOS
Similar to the Windows control panel, the system management tool in the macOS is called ___.
system preferences
To download an app onto your iPhone or iPad, you first click on ___ .
the App Store icon
To ensure that the program you are downloading onto your Windows computer is compatible with Windows software, you can first find the desired program by searching ___ .
the Microsoft Store
To download an app onto your Android-based smartphone or tablet, you first click on ___ .
the Play Store icon
If you plan to become an accountant or major in finance, it is probably best to purchase a computer that uses ___ operating system.
the Windows
Projective capacitive technology is used in the ____________of many smartphones.
touchscreen
One method of uninstalling a program from a Windows computer is to use the Settings button. Place the following steps in order if you wanted to delete Facebook from a Windows computer. Place the first step at the top. Instructions
1. Click the Start to open the Start menu 2. Click the Settings button 3. Click Apps 4. Click the desired program 5. Click uninstall
Match the term about software licenses to the correct definition.
A legal contract between the software manufacturer and the user of an application matches---- EULA Restricts the use of software to one user at a time -----Single-User License Allows anyone on a network the legal right to use the software ---Network License Software is installed on the device of qualified users who request the software inside an organization. matches ---Site License
One method of uninstalling an app from a Droid is to click the Setting icon and then navigate to the ___ menu.
Apps and Notifications
Which three of the following regarding a computer application are true?
Applications can be located on smartphones, tablets, laptops, and even on servers accessible on the Internet. Most applications can be downloaded for free or for a fee. A computer application is a computer program.
What manages hardware and software, supports the computer's basic functions, and runs programs?
The Operating System -OS
