WGU C724 Unit 3 Test

Handheld smart devices have increased productivity because, most importantly, they allow WHAT from anywhere? a.) Communication b.) Access to information c.) Collaboration

Access to information

Why is there additional cost associated when purchasing business software applications? a.) Additional cost comes in the form of penalties for license pirating b.) Additional cost when purchasing business software is due to the need for suites c.) Additional cost for business software is from upgrades, expansion, and training

Additional cost for business software is from upgrades, expansion, and training

Which is a mobile operating system? a.) Windows XP b.) Android c.) BSD

Android

What software allows computer users to perform activities, functions, or tasks? a.) Routing b.) Application c.) Operating

Application

What are application programs bundled together called? a.) Application suites b.) Cloud applications c.) Software packages

Application suites

Software applications benefit business because they enable process WHAT? a.) Elimination b.) Automation c.) Redundancy

Automation

A motherboard consists of other microprocessors, like memory, expansion slots for peripheral devices, as well as a WHAT? a.) LCD b.) CPU c.) GUI

CPU

What best describes a cloud-computing system? a.) Cloud computing involves outsourcing infrastructure services only b.) Cloud computing involves all resources connected over the Internet c.) Cloud computing means off-site data centers

Cloud computing involves all resources connected over the Internet

What is the implication of Moore's law? a.) Computers will become robots b.) Computer speeds are increasing exponentially c.) Computers will process biological signals

Computer speeds are increasing exponentially

Large databases typically reside in WHAT, which are clusters of computers called servers, running software applications that enable business transactions? a.) The cloud b.) Data centers c.) Computers

Data centers

[True/False] A desktop processor is designed to meet the needs of one person, whereas a server meets the needs of many people. Server processors are designed for speed and reliability, so they always use a quad-core processor. a.) True b.) False

False

[True/False] An important issue concerning budgeting for the cost of a computer is to keep the hardware cost in perspective, relative to the software cost. If you are paying thousands of dollars for special software, then you will want to pay as little as possible for the computer hardware. a.) True b.) False

False

[True/False] Cloud computing allows users to mix and match software components to create a customized application. a.) True b.) False

False

[True/False] HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) is a software language used to manage relational databases. a.) True b.) False

False

[True/False] Mainframes, unlike microcomputers, allow users unlimited and flexible access to computing power. a.) True b.) False

False

[True/False] RAM is a secondary storage device, and it stands for Read Access Memory. a.) True b.) False

False

[True/False] When purchasing hardware, do not purchase more than the minimum required by the software. a.) True b.) False

False

Which of the following best describes freeware? a.) Freeware is copyrighted software that can be used for free b.) Freeware is hardware components that can be used for free c.) Freeware is open-source software that can be modified

Freeware is copyrighted software that can be used for free

An application that enables users to search for facts or information using voice commands is called? a.) Ask.com b.) Google search c.) Mozilla

Google search

A scanner is a(n) WHAT device that works similarly to a copy machine? a.) Output b.) Input c.) Touch

Input

Software WHAT must be managed by the IT organization to ensure the business is compliant with software vendors? a.) Codes b.) Licenses c.) Programs

Licenses

An example of an open-source operating system would be WHAT? a.) OS X b.) Windows c.) Linux

Linux

What is the difference between m-commerce and e-commerce applications? a.) M-commerce is business to business, while e-commerce is business to consumer b.) M-commerce is government e-commerce c.) M-commerce is e-commerce transacted using mobile, wireless smart devices

M-commerce is e-commerce transacted using mobile, wireless smart devices

When looking at the evolution of software, databases have grown in features and popularity. What do database management system (DBMS) applications do for business? a.) Compile data into machine language and manage incoming data b.) Manage incoming data and catalog data c.) Catalog data and compile data into machine language

Manage incoming data and catalog data

WHAT are the components found on a computer's motherboard? a.) Memory and CPU b.) Hard drive and Memory c.) CPU and Hard drive

Memory and CPU

A primary memory device like a DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory) can be plugged into a motherboard through a(n) WHAT? a.) VGA cable b.) Extension card c.) Memory slot

Memory slot

What is the most common client-level operating system in business? a.) Microsoft Windows b.) Unix c.) OS X

Microsoft Windows

What best describes the meaning of data "migration"? a.) Migration is moving data and applications to another computer b.) Migration means upgrading operating system c.) Migration is replacing outdated hardware

Migration is moving data and applications to another computer

Which of the following items is used as an output device? a.) Modem b.) Touch screen c.) Keyboard

Modem

What is meant by a multi-core microprocessor? a.) Multi-core microprocessors are primary memory devices b.) Multi-core microprocessors allow for parallel processing c.) Multi-core microprocessors are memory devices

Multi-core microprocessors allow for parallel processing

What do computer systems that will be interconnected in a network require? a.) Wi-fi b.) Hard drive c.) Network card

Network card

In order to function, all computer systems are composed of hardware components, software components,and require a CPU as well as a(n)? a.) Hard drive b.) Operating system c.) Application

Operating system

In business, mobile smart devices are most beneficial where? a.) At the main office b.) In the home office c.) Out in the field

Out in the field

Relational databases use WHAT to administer and manage databases? a.) C++ b.) Fortran c.) SQL

SQL

What is the purpose of Structured Query Language (SQL)? a.) SQL is business language for enterprise applications b.) SQL's purpose is to act as the operating system for a DBMS c.) SQL's purpose is to administer and manage data in a database

SQL's purpose is to administer and manage data in a database

What software would be used by accountants to create digital ledgers? a.) Word processing b.) Presentations c.) Spreadsheet

Spreadsheet

A microchip that performs more functions than a CPU and has other devices embedded in it is called WHAT? a.) DRAM b.) System on a chip c.) Multi-core CPU

System on a chip

What is the function of the cloud administrator job? a.) The cloud administrator monitors and provides cloud resources b.) The cloud administrator controls who offers cloud services c.) The cloud administrator assesses and improves cloud infrastructure needs

The cloud administrator assesses and improves cloud infrastructure needs.

When a company acquires SaaS (Software as a Service) in cloud computing, what do they actually get? a.) The company gets the computer platform b.) The company gets the software in perpetuity c.) The company gets access to enterprise applications

The company gets access to enterprise applications

What is the main purpose of the hard drive? a.) The hard drive boots the computer b.) The hard drive is the main memory system c.) The hard drive is a device that stores data

The hard drive is a device that stores data

How many computer memory classifications are there? a.) Two b.) Four c.) Three

Three

What computer input capability has Microsoft Windows 8 enabled? a.) Voice b.) Gesture c.) Touch

Touch

[True/False] A 2-in-1 computer system is a computer that can act as a laptop, with high level of capability, and use the display as an touch screen pad. a.) True b.) False

True

[True/False] Computer hardware is a means to an end, running the software programs that allow a user to perform tasks. a.) True b.) False

True

[True/False] Computer software is a set of machine-readable instructions that makes computers perform specific tasks. a.) True b.) False

True

[True/False] Engineers tasked with designing complex systems typically require workstations as their computer systems. a.) True b.) False

True

[True/False] Human touch and human gestures are computer input technologies. a.) True b.) False

True

[True/False] Open-source software has been found to contain fewer defects than proprietary software. a.) True b.) False

True

[True/False] RFID technology enables companies to monitor and track inventory using wireless handheld devices. a.) True b.) False

True

[True/False] Software applications have a life cycle because of hardware technological advances described by Moore's Law. a.) True b.) False

True

[True/False] The term "PC," which stands for personal computer, was adopted because of the success of the IBM personal computer. a.) True b.) False

True

Which of the following items is a type of system software? a.) Routing b.) DBMS c.) Utility

Utility

In computer evolution, the integrated circuit replaced what device? a.) CPU b.) RAM c.) Vacuum tube

Vacuum tube

What is the fastest growing infrastructure and information system facing the millennial? a.) Smart devices b.) Wireless, mobile networks c.) Satellite communications

Wireless, mobile networks