TIA 4-6
If Microsoft Word 2010 is used to create a file, which file extension is added automatically?
.docx
If you want to save a file that will be opened by people who use a wide variety of software, any of the following formats would be safe EXCEPT ________.
.docx
Which of the following is NOT a main characteristic associated with desktop computers as compared to notebooks?
A desktop computer is more expensive
Cache memory levels are determined by the chips proximity to the ________.
CPU
The control unit is one component of the ________.
CPU
A ________ performs the same kind of computational work that a CPU performs but is specialized to handle 3-D graphics and image and video processing.
GPU
Which of the following statements about a graphical user interface is FALSE?
a GUI is a command driven interface
When referring to hard drives, seek time and latency are the two factors that make up ________.
access time
QuickBooks and Peachtree are examples of ________.
accounting software
Software that lets you do tasks at home, school, and work is called ________.
application software
In Windows, which character is used as a path separator?
backslash
The ________ is a program that manages the data between the operating system and all input and output devices attached to the system.
bios
In the Windows operating system, the hard drive is represented as the ________.
c drive
In a spreadsheet, the columns and rows form individual boxes called ________.
cells
Running the Disk Cleanup utility is a quick way to ________.
clear out unnecessary files
Which of the following activities is carried out by the ALU?
completion of all arithmetic calculations
Which of the following is the last step in the boot process?
configuration and costomization settings are checked
_________ is a simplified licensing scheme that enables copyright holders to grant certain rights to a work while retaining other rights.
copy left
Angel and Blackboard are examples of ________.
course management software
A(n) ________ software installation allows you to decide which features you want to install on the hard drive
custom
Before upgrading your OS, you should back up your ________.
data files
Which type of software is used at colleges to keep track of student records?
database software
Each device attached to your computer comes with a special program called a ________ that facilitates communication between the device and the OS.
device driver
The OS allows you to organize the contents of your computer in a hierarchical structure of ________.
directories
Which of the following Windows utility programs arranges files on your hard drive in sequential order?
disk defragmenter
In Windows, a file path starts with a ________.
drive letter
CD ripping refers to ________.
encoding cds into mp3 format
Computer-aided design software is used primarily by ________.
engineers to create models
The organization responsible for rating computer games is the ________.
entertainment software rating board
Notebooks are often equipped with a(n) ________ slot that allows you to read flash memory cards such as CompactFlash, Memory Sticks, and Secure Digital cards.
express card
The process of replacing repeated patterns of letters in a file with a shorter placeholder is called ________.
file compression
C:\Documents\Spring 2012\CIS 101\Term Paper\Computer Technology is an example of a ________.
file path
The location of a file is specified by its ________.
file path
In a spreadsheet, equations you build yourself using values and cell references are called ________.
formulas
Which of the following is software that you can use for an unlimited time at no charge?
free ware
The CPU is connected to the system memory by the ________.
front side bus
________ are easy-to-use mini desktop programs that give you information at a glance or quick access to frequently used tools including weather information, calendar items, or games.
gadgets
What software allows users to locate restaurants, airports, and points of interest?
gps
Microsoft Windows and Mac OS use a ________ interface
graphical user
________ provides high-speed information processing by enabling a new set of instructions to start before the previous set has been finished.
hyper threading
An example of software that includes electronic checkbook registers and automatic bill payment tools is ________.
intuit quicken
Which of the following would be a name of a Microsoft Access document?
inventory.accadb
The cell address F7 indicates that the cell ________.
is at column f, row 7
Which of the following is NOT a function of the operating system?
it manages the removal of spyware
The ________ is responsible for managing the processor and all other components of the computer system, and is an essential part of the operating system.
kernel
RAM memory used by the operating system
kernel memory
Windows 7 introduces the concept of ________, which are folders that gather files from different locations and display the files as if they were all saved in a single folder.
libraries
Which of the following is a single-user, multitask operating system?
mac os
The small circuit boards that hold a series of RAM chips are called ________.
memory modules
XO-1 is the name of the computer being provided by the ________ project.
one laptop per child
Microsoft ________ is software that allows students who have Tablet PCs to write their notes directly onto the tablet, using it as an electronic notebook
onenote
The ________ manages the flow of data and information through the computer system by coordinating the hardware, software, user interface, processor, and system memory
operating system
The most essential software in your computer system is the ________.
operating system software
Which file format enables users to share, view, and print any file as long as they have the appropriate program installed?
Which type of software is used to keep track of appointments, to-do lists, and telephone numbers?
personal information manager (PIM) software
The amount of RAM that is actually on the memory modules in your computer is the ________ memory.
physical
The combination of operating system and processor in a computer is referred to as a computer's ________.
platform
Which type of software is used to make a slide show?
presentation software
When an operating system receives an interrupt from the printer and pauses the CPU, it is performing which of the following functions?
processor management
Software refers to a set of instructions that tells the computer what to do. These instruction sets are called ________.
programs
Custom software, developed to address the needs of a specific company, is known as ________ software.
proprietary
In Windows, you can create ________ to reset your system in the case of a malfunction
restore points
Real-time operating systems can be found in ________.
scientific instruments
Software that is distributed for free, but often with the condition that you pay for it if you like and intend to use it, is called ________.
shareware
Illegally copying an application onto another computer is called ________.
software piracy
Microsoft Office and Corel WordPerfect Office are examples of ________.
software suites
Which type of software lets you dictate letters, e-mails, and voice commands?
speech recognition software
Software you can use to create a budget is called ________.
spreadsheet software
During the virtual memory process, the operating system moves data to a temporary storage area on the hard drive called the ________ file.
swap
Every software program has a set of ________ that specify the minimum recommended standards for the operating system, processor, RAM, and hard drive capacity.
system requirements
You can use the Windows ________ to check on a nonresponsive program.
task manager
If you want to automatically defragment your hard drive every week, you can set a predetermined time using the ________.
task scheduler
Predesigned forms that provide the basic structure for a particular kind of document are known as ________.
templates
Which of the following is NOT a step in the boot process?
the antivirus program checks all files for viruses
Which of the following is the first step in the boot process?
the bios is activated by powering on the cpu
The CPU consists of which two parts
the control unit and the arithmetic logic unit
Moore's Law is a rule that predicts ________.
the pace at which CPUs improve
Excessive paging is also known as ____________.
thrashing
Which of the following operating systems is used primarily with mainframes as a network operating system?
unix
All of the following are terms related to part of the boot process EXCEPT:
usb
When available, the best way to remove an unwanted software application is to ________.
use the application's uninstall program
The ________ of the operating system allows the user to communicate with the computer system.
user interface
Which of the following types of programs help manage system resources such as the hard drive?
utility programs
Software designed for a specific industry is known as ________ software.
vertical market
An expansion card that translates binary data into images is a(n) ________.
video card
Adobe Dreamweaver is an example of ________.
web page authoring software
Which of the following is a file compression utility?
winzip
Microsoft Word and OpenOffice.org Writer are examples of ________.
word processing software
Running the Disk Defragmenter utility will make the hard drive ________.
work more efficiently
Which of the following statements concerning the Windows Recycle Bin is TRUE?
you can restore files that have been there
All of the following are advantages of notebook computers EXCEPT:
you get more speed for a lower price
Web-based application software is software that is stored completely on a web server instead of ________.
your hard drive
