ITE 115
Which of the following scenarios would most likely rely on Big Data? Choose two.
- Evaluating applications for disability benefits - Calculating traffic delays during rush hour
Which of the following stories can be said to be in the public domain?
A copyrighted story whose copyright has expired
Which type of a computer can be assembled using a monitor, a keyboard, a CPU, speakers, a printer and a mouse?
A desktop computer
Which of the following indicates a website is NOT secure?
A lock icon is not displayed in the address bar.
A modem can also function as what other piece of hardware?
A router
Google is an example of which type of website?
A search site
JavaScript likely controls which of the following elements on a webpage
A slide show
What would you need to install if you have an app that is incompatible with your current operating system?
A virtual machine
Which of the following describes a domain registrar?
A website where you can go to purchase a name for your website.
Who actual is credited with invented the concept of GUI for personal computers.
APPLE
Lucy is planning to launch her podcast on career guidance for college students and has already recorded a few videos for marketing purposes. Which of the following apps can she use to mix and match the clips?
Adobe Premiere Clip
Simone frequently downloads mobile apps from the Amazon App Store. What operating system does she have on her smartphone?
Android
Emma needs to purchase a note-taking app for her iPhone. Which of the following sources is typically safe for purchasing the app?
App Store for iOS
Which company was the first to develop a computer meant for personal use?
Apple
_____ ensures that the person requesting access to a computer is not an imposter.
Authentication
How will technology help people with disabilities become more transportation independent?
Automated vehicles will be developed.
The news reports a security breach of credit card information at a large department store that has recently laid off many employees. Why should the store investigate the possibility of the breach being from an insider?
Because insiders sometimes create threats after incidents at their places of employment
Why is it not safe to connect to public Wi-Fi networks?
Because these networks are rarely protected
Cassidy is a medical assistant in a hospital and has access to many medical files. When she brings patients to the examining room, she can be observed swiping a card, typing in a password, and staring into what appears to be a camera, all attached to the computer. After completing her check-in, Cassidy leaves the patient in the examining room waiting on the doctor. It is important that she logs out of the system so the patient does not have access to the information stored in the hospital's database. Based on Cassidy's actions what systems do you think the hospital has in place to protect the patient medical records?
Biometrics
Which of these is an optical medium of storage?
Blu-ray disc
Which of the following is true about broadband connections?
Broadband connections are "always-on" connections.
Marly is using her smartphone to review a webpage she created. The formatting and alignment of webpage elements is incorrect. What does she need to change to fix the problem?
CSS
Raina is putting finishing touches on her Ph.D. thesis report. She feels she should emphasize the keywords throughout the thesis. How can she do this in the word processor she is using?
Change font size, style, and color of the keywords.
Which of the following would most likely be the key paired with a value of "Canada" in a nonrelational customer database?
Country
What would a password manager allow you to do?
Create and store multiple strong passwords.
_____ is a nonprofit organization that helps content creators keep copyright to their materials while allowing others to use, copy, or distribute their work.
Creative Commons
Which of the following fields would be most important to encrypt in a customer table?
Customer's credit card number
Which of the following could indicate a DoS attack on your company server?
Customers cannot view the website on their device because the page will not load.
Randall needs to monitor rapidly changing statistics for a social media campaign for his company. Which of the following should he use to access this information?
Dashboard
Which of the following job roles would most likely need permission to delete records in a Customers table?
Database administrator
Samir has saved a file named Project.docx in various locations on his hard drive and needs to work with the most recent version. What file property should he examine to find the most recent version of Project.docx?
Date Modified
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?
Digital forensics
The windows troubleshooting utility that identifies and eliminates nonessential files is called:
Disk Cleanup
Which is a first step to deter thieves from accessing your financial information?
Do not provide personal information over the phone or through email.
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
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?
Facebook, because it is an online social network that allows game play
A Trojan is a malicious program that uses a computer network to replicate.
False
After you finish designing and creating your website, you need to transfer it to a folder on your computer that your browser can access.
False
An e-commerce website offers fewer models, colors, and sizes than a physical store.
False
Big data is processed using relational databases.
False
HTML coding does not allow for lists using bullets. All lists have to be numbered.
False
HTML has remained the same ever since it was developed, which is why there is only one version.
False
Jorge saw a computer named Watson on the game show Jeopardy and was surprised at how many answers Watson was able to get correct, especially because the math problems involved solving equations. Watson was using augmented reality to solve the problems.
False
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that public schools purchase or acquire funding for adaptive technologies.
False
The sidebar of a webpage typically contains information about when the site was last updated.
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
You can avoid electronic waste by replacing devices every time a new version comes out.
False
You use the CARS checklist to determine whether a website is current, appealing, relevant, and sophisticated.
False
Your Facebook profile is private so there is no need to worry about your boss ever seeing your posts such as your Spring Break pictures.
False
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?
Faulty power or video cable
Xavier is designing a Students table that will continue to track students even after they have completed their programs. Which of the following fields would work best with the Yes/No data type?
Graduated
Daria created a webpage and wants to make sure her code meets the latest HTML 5 standards. What can she use to check for errors such as deprecated tags and missing attributes?
HTML 5 validator
Which of these hardware components can you use to store videos?
Hard drive
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?
He should choose a navigation app with artificial intelligence that can provide information about preferred routes.
Sophia is putting together a training manual for her new batch of employees. Which of the following features can she use to add a document title at the top of each page?
Header and Footer
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?
Her coffeemaker that she has set to turn on and make coffee every morning at the same time.
Which of the following is NOT a feature of an Integrated Development Environment (IDE)?
Hosts webpages
Which of the following is NOT a risk to a company or its employees as a result of a data breach?
Increased database efficiency
In a large business, the _____ Department makes sure that all the computer operations, mobile devices, and networks run smoothly.
Information Technology
Why is it important to be able to export data in an XML format?
It allows data to be shared between applications.
Which of the following is not a step an operating system performs when printing a document?
It creates the document to be printed.
Why is the date a file was modified useful?
It identifies the most recent version.
What does the operating system do if you try to save a file with the same name into the same folder?
It overwrites the original file unless you add a number, date, or initials to differentiate the files.
How does encryption work?
It scrambles the information until the key is used to unscramble it.
Why is a cable modem classified as a digital model?
It sends and receives digital data over a digital line.
Why is an FTP client helpful?
It uploads files from your computer to a web server.
How would you describe an intelligent workplace?
It uses technology to enable workers to connect and communicate.
Which of the following is an example of an object-oriented programming language?
Java
Which of the following programming languages adds interactivity to websites?
JavaScript
In terms of privacy, which of the following is a best practice?
Keeping your Social Security number hidden in a locked box in your home
Which of the following network standards applies to cellular networks?
LTE
How does discarding computers in a landfill affect the environment?
Lead and mercury in computer parts are seeping into the ground and water supply.
Which of the following would be considered a professional networking website?
What defines the behavior of an object in object-oriented programming ?
Method
If you delete a shortcut from your desktop, have you also deleted the original file?
No, because a shortcut does not place the actual file, folder, or app on the desktop.
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?
One friend has an unreliable, slow Internet connection.
Darcie has hired a programmer to make some custom changes to a DBMS she plans to move her business database to. What kind of DBMS is she using?
Open source
Which of the following best defines responsive design?
Pages automatically adjust the size of their content relative to the size of the screen.
When considering a computer to purchase, which of the following factors involves the operating system of the computer?
Platform
What printer is commonly used to produce high-quality professional drawings such as architectural blueprints?
Plotter
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?
Price comparisons from different vendors
_____ are tools that track the memory usage, status, and errors of currently running software.
Process managers
Dana is creating a table that will show books for sale on a bookstore's website. Which field in the table would best serve as its primary key?
ProductID
Che contracted with a software development team to create a program for his company. He wants to review the budget and schedule for the project every week. Which project team member should he contact for this information?
Project manager
After creating a webpage with HTML code, what do you need to do so that others can access it on the Internet?
Publish to a web server
Which software development method uses highly skilled programmers to shorten the development process while producing quality software?
Rapid Application development model
What types of activities are ideal for a robot to perform?
Repetitive tasks
What programming language supports relational databases?
SQL
Which type of hardware would be best for a laptop?
SSD
What technology is being used when you are sent an email saying you can track your package?
Scan code
Charley likes to have everything organized and she is bothered by the long list of documents on her flash drive. She wants to create folders by semester, then by course. How can you help her?
Show her how to use File Manager.
An growing organization needs to provide software to all of its current and future employees. Which of the following should the organization purchase?
Site license
Which of the following tables in a database would NOT need to be encrypted?
Store_Locations
You can monitor and protect your financial data in all of the following ways EXCEPT _____.
Storing financial information in an unsent email message.
Which of the following is a disadvantage of using cloud computing to share files?
The inability to access your files if you lose your Internet connection.
You are describing the boot process to a friend and get to the step where the device loads the operating files into RAM, including the kernel. Your friend starts to laugh because she was not aware that there were kernels in her computer. What do you tell her?
The kernel is the core of an operating system that manages memory, runs programs, and assigns resources.
What is uptime?
The measure of a web host's reliability
Which of the following is NOT true about mobile health?
The need for visits to the doctor's office is increased.
Ms. Lawson, a primary school teacher, told her students that a photograph of the president is in the public domain. What does she mean by this?
The photo is free of copyrights.
Tikenya was responsible for creating the PowerPoint presentation for the group project. When it was complete, she wanted to email it to all the group members, but her email service told her the file was too large. She compressed it and was then able to send it. How were the other members able to then see the PowerPoint presentation?
They had to unzip or extract it.
How do advertisers use data to know which products would most likely appeal to you?
They track your Facebook and Instagram posts and "likes."
To resolve major computer issues, computer professionals often suggest restoring the operating system. Which of the following should happen before this step?
Transfer contents to an external storage device.
Assembly languages are the second generation of languages that use symbolic instruction codes, such as A for add, M for multiply, and L for load.
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 everyday devices.
True
If a software app is identified with a critical error after release, the development team can release a patch to address this single issue only.
True
Information literacy means you can evaluate whether online information is misleading, biased, or out of date.
True
It is advised to fully charge the battery of a laptop before using it for the first time.
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
Some nonrelational databases support SQL-based languages.
True
The Unicode coding scheme supports a variety of characters including those for Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic languages.
True
What is the most common type of storage device for transferring files from one computer to another?
USB flash drive
How is an executable file different from a data file?
Unlike a data file, you cannot open and read executable files.
_____ are new releases of an app and may require an additional fee before you can install them.
Upgrades
How can you protect a computer from electrical spikes and surges?
Use a surge protector.
Your company must reduce its electronic waste by 10 percent in the next year. What can the company do to meet this goals?
Use sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices.
Ibraheem works for a music store. Which of the following tables will give him the company contact information he needs to place a custom order for a guitar?
Vendors
To protect confidential company information from hackers while at a work conference, you must be sure to use which of the following networks when accessing the Internet at a hotel?
Virtual private network
While starting an app, Ian received an error message indicating that the version was no longer supported. How can Ian resolve the issue?
Visit the manufacturer's website and install the latest updates for the app.
An organization has its employees working from home. Which type of software most likely includes collaboration features to help the employees work together online?
Web-apps
Debra tracks her business finances in a spreadsheet. She wants to figure out how much she could increase profits if she raises prices on some products. What feature should she use to find the answer?
What-if analysis
When should a user consider restoring the operating system?
When programs or apps do not start properly
Knowing that more people view webpages on their smartphones than on desktop or laptop computers, how would you design your website?
With responsive design
Rafael has to type a report about a class trip to the museum. Which of the following apps should he use to write the report?
Word processor
Which of the following is a popular, user friendly CMS often used as a blogging platform?
WordPress
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?
You can shop online at any time of day and in any weather conditions.
Which of the following would most likely be a key in a key-value database of investment properties owned by a company?
ZoneType
What is the binary system?
a number system with two digits, 0 and 1
Which of the following websites most likely uses XML-formatted data?
an ecommerce site that lets you compare products from different vendors
What technology can collect information to make decisions, reach conclusions, and combine information in new ways?
artificial intelligence (AI)
Which of the following tools translates the source code of a procedural program into binary code?
compiler
Creating a(n) _____ means copying files from a computer's hard drive and storing them in a remote location.
data backup
Sean works for an organization that offers SaaS to a chain of boutiques. By getting data from the database, he has to prepare a list of instances when the billing transaction failed. Which of the following tasks does he need to do to prepare the report?
database
Which of the following helps you more easily locate the files and folders you need?
grouping similar subfolders together in a folder
When you save a Microsoft Office file to OneDrive, where are you saving it?
in a storage area located on a server
Jennifer turns on her laptop and hears a series of beeps. What do they probably indicate?
internal hardware problem
If a website is designed with responsive design concepts, then _____.
it appears correctly on any device regardless of screen size
What is it called when an attacker convinces you to enter personal information at an imposter website after receiving an email from a person masquerading as an employee from your bank?
phishing
Which of the following forms of identity theft involves posing as a legitimate researcher to ask for personal information?
pretexting
Which type of memory is permanently installed on your computer and attached to the motherboard?
read-only memory (ROM)
Which of the following is an example of a personal area network?
smartwatch and phone connected via Bluetooth
Which of the following types of websites typically provides the least security?
social media sites
Which of the following terms refers to the area of the hard drive used for virtual memory?
swap file
The volume of Big Data generated over time is typically measured in terms of ____________.
terabytes
Why would you want to connect your computer to a network?
to access shared resources
A file manager is used for all of the following except ____.
to change the contents of files
What is the main purpose of an operating system?
to coordinate the resources and activities on a computer
A business would use a website analytics tool for all of the following EXCEPT _____.
viewing why someone visited your webpage
Which software development method uses a linear, structured development cycle that completes each step before continuing to the next phase?
waterfall method
Jin is an editor and ready to purchase the domain name for his website where he plans to market his services. He wants to be creative with the name, but you caution him about being too clever with what he chooses. What would be his best choice?
wordsmithing.com
Which of the following is NOT likely to be found on a webpage?
A formatting toolbar
Anusha wants to use her computer, rather than handwriting the information on her notepad, to analyze her monthly expenses to make the job easier. Which of the following apps should she use?
A spreadsheet app to keep a record of her expenses, sort data, and make calculations
What is a MAC address?
A unique hardware address for your device
What is it called when someone attempts to befriend you online for the purpose of stealing confidential or sensitive information?
An evil twin
How do you know if a device is an input device or an output device?
An input device enters data and instructions into the memory of the device. An output device is how the processed information is displayed.
Which computer is potentially faster, can process more instructions per second? Computer 1) I5 Intel 64 bit 2.2 ghtz computer Computer 2) I7 Intel 32 bit 2.2ghtz computer
Computer 1
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
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?
Content aggregator site
Which of the following types of RAM needs to be constantly recharged to retain the contents?
Dynamic RAM (DRAM)
Which of the following is LEAST likely to be a field in a Customers table?
EmploymentDate
Aron is building a website that will require a back-end database. He plans to connect the web server on his network in a way that it will be easily accessible from the Internet. He should connect his database server the same way so data in the database is readily accessible to the web server.
False
Raphael is working with a table in Access. He needs to see all the records for customers in Chattanooga so he can check the zip codes in that city. Which database tool will show only these records in the table?
Filter
Which of the following is an authentication method to keep your data safe?
Fingerprint scanner
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 should have periodic anti-virus scanning and software upgraded on all computers.
_____ is data and instructions entered into the memory of a device.
Input
What is the recommended solution if a computer performs slowly?
Install additional RAM.
Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?
Internal hard drive
Jamie plans to sell his pottery designs through his website. If he also wants to launch a mobile app to reach more people, which type of app should he launch?
M-commerce app
While waiting for her latte at Starbucks, Georgia decides to check her work email and pay a few bills online. She opens the Wi-Fi settings on her device and sees several connections available. Knowing the activities she plans to do online, which of the following networks should Georgia connect to?
My Verizon VPN
Rohan is creating a presentation with at least 50 slides. He wants the slides to use a consistent layout and formatting. Which of the following parts of the presentation should he design first?
Slide master
Which of the following is NOT an e-commerce transaction?
Sophia hires a neighborhood plumber to fix a leaking faucet and pays him after the repairs are complete.
A CPU converts the data entered through the keyboard into output displayed on the monitor.
True
A class is a type of object that defines the format of the object and the actions it can perform.
True
A database backup can include information on who made what changes and when since the previous database backup.
True
A license agreement specifies the number of devices on which you can install the product, any dates of expiration, and other restrictions.
True
Cloud storage refers to the storage of data on ______.
a server on the Internet
Which of the following can you run to find and remove unnecessary files?
disk cleanup utility
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 any data can be looked up immediately and transparency can be maintained?
Create a database of company projects, customers and vendors.
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?
Creative Commons license
Malisa is designing a database for a doctor's office where receptionists, office managers, and other office staff will need to manage patient data. Which database object should Malisa create to make it easy for these non-technical users to add patient records?
Forms
Paul has opened a bespoke tailoring shop. He wants to work online to keep a database of all his customers, send e-mails when garments are ready, create designs, and maintain financial records using software. Which productivity suite should he consider?
G suite
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?
He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin.
How will you decide which browser security settings to allow and which ones to block?
I will need to review each browser security setting and use my best judgement.
Which of the following statements do opponents of net neutrality agree with?
ISPs should charge more for high-bandwidth connections.
If you want to share information with individuals who are internal to your organization, which type of network would you want to use?
Intranet
LensForAll is a company that sells affordable contact lenses on its website. The CEO of the company realizes that an app must be developed that would allow customers to virtually try on colored lenses to find out what best suits them. Which of these features should the app have?
It should have responsive design so that it is easy to use on mobile devices.
Aaron has started a food blog on which he wants to post his recipes. He wants to place a high-quality image next to each cooking step. Which file format should he use so that users do not experience a lag when loading the high-quality images on the website?
JPEG
Users of a new chat app reported many errors and bugs. What should the app developers release to solve the problems?
Service pack
Which type of software is copyrighted and distributed for free for a trial period, and then requires you to send payment to continue using the program?
Shareware
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 code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey.
How does a wireless network key work with an encrypted wireless network?
The sending and receiving devices must know the wireless network key to communicate.
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 are free to do so without seeking permission or paying royalty.
In a connected network, how are hubs and switches similar to one another?
They provide a central point for cables in a network.
To protect a computer or a server, a(n) ______ can be installed that would act as a barrier and inspect data being transmitted to or from the network.
firewall
Which type of software is copyrighted and provided at no cost, though the developer retains all rights to the program?
freeware
Samantha plans to self-publish her book on her website. Which of the following apps should she use to design the cover?
graphics app
Ned wants to use a programming tool that includes a source code editor, debugger, and compiler. What type of software should Ned select?
integrated development environment (IDE)
Keisha needs to connect to the Internet, but no wireless networks or Wi-Fi hotspots are available. What can she use instead to make the connection?
mobile hotspot
To access the Internet, a router must be connected to a _____.
modem
You can configure your wireless router to protect your devices in all of the following ways EXCEPT ____.
naming your router something you'll remember, like your street address
Anita is developing a website for her photography business. On the home page, she wants to include a link to another webpage in her website. What type of link should she insert?
relative reference
With more and more people using technology, what physical health diagnosis is on the rise?
repetitive strain injury