ITECH Final

Twitter recommends using no more than ___ hashtags per Tweet

2

Match the correct platform to the manufacturer: Google

Android

FireWire connectors were developed for ___ computers.

Apple

A short-range wireless transmission protocol is known as _____ .

Bluetooth

Match the correct platform to the manufacturer: Linux

Collaborative effort not owned solely by one company

An acceptable use policy (AUP) is a written document that provides a framework of rules to be followed by users of:

Computers, Network, Websites

Business management software that encompasses nearly all business activities in a corporation is called ___ software.

ERP

_____ software is designed to track and record the use of network and hardware resources in the workplace by employees.

Employee-monitoring

Select appropriate business email etiquette practices.

Finish your emails with a friendly joke, Remember that potentially negative news is best given face-to-face, Because it's an email and not a business letter, use a casual writing style, Keep attachments small.

The ___ is a computer within your computer that creates images.

GPU

Because it's a Google product, downloading an app from the Play Store might require a

Google login

Select appropriate business email etiquette practices.

Maintain high levels of formality, especially with initial contacts, Consider if email is the appropriate means of communication, To minimize space in the body of the email, use text-style shortcuts, Because emails don't convey non-verbal clues, add emoticons for emphasis and clarity

Network Operating System is abbreviated _____.

NOS

Match the correct platform to the manufacturer: Apple

OS x Sierra

Match the following: Connector

On a cable, the connector is the end that connects to a port.

A computer platform is commonly referred to as a _____ system or OS.

Operating

Select what is true about utility programs

Program that performs a specific maintenance type of task, Included with both Windows and Mac OS, Common utility programs include disk formatting, disk cleanup, and disk defragmenting, Microsoft Office is a popular utility program

Programs that offer the structure and hardware control necessary to run the computer and its peripheral devices are called _____ software.

System

Which of the following are common tasks performed by utility programs?

System backup and restore, Disk cleanup

Popular NOS include:

UNIX, Android

One advantage of using a web-based Email service, such as Gmail, is that _____.

Users can access it from nearly any Internet-connected device.

Some apps that use a surprising amount of data are those that include embedded ___.

Video

Which of the following is a strength of the Windows platform?

Wide availability of software options

Match the correct platform to the manufacturer: Microsoft

Windows 10

Match the following: Port

a slot or hole that matches the cord or expansion card being connected to the port

Match the following: Firewire

a type of Thunderbolt port, commonly found on older Apple computers

Data flows between different parts of the computer via _____.

buses

In addition to the RAM, modern processors temporarily keep frequently accessed data in a _____.

cache

Match the following: Laptop computer

clamshell (hinged) type computer

The two main components of a processor are the arithmetic logic unit (ALU) and the _____ unit.

control

Match the following: Register

extremely small amount of memory (measured in bits) located throughout the processor

Typical SSD capacities for tablet computers or smartphones are measured in ____ .

gigabytes

The visual image output that a computer creates is known as ____ .

graphics

Match the following: Tablet computer

highly mobile - you can use it while standing or walking around

Match the following: RAM

largest memory of a computer, connected to the processor via the front side bus

Match the cache: L3 cache

memory located adjacent to the processor

Match the cache: L1 cache

memory located directly on the processor itself

Match the following: L1 cache

memory located directly on the processor itself

Match the cache: Disk cache

memory used to increase a hard drive's efficiency

A smartphone typically has numerous apps. A laptop typically has __ RAM than a smartphone.

more

Select the characteristics of an SSD.

no moving parts, extremely fast, uses magnets to store information, uses lasers to read information

Match the following: Desktop computer

not mobile, but allows for relatively easy upgrade and expansion

Match the following: All-in-one computer

not mobile, but since most of it's components are housed behind the monitor it takes relatively little space on your desk

Running the processor faster than recommended by the manufacturer is called _____ . This can increase performance and speed, but will also void the manufacturer warranty.

overclocking

Match the following: Cache

relatively small amount of memory (measured in kilobytes or megabytes).

Social networking is based on the six degrees of _____ concept which posits that you can connect with anyone through a chain of no more than six introductions or personal links.

separation

Because they're inexpensive and reliable ___ have become extremely popular storage devices.

thumbdrives (USB or flash drives)

WhatsApp users can create groups, and send _____ images, video and audio messages for free.

unlimited

The maximum number of bits per instruction that a CPU can process during 1 machine cycle is called ___ .

word size