CGS Exam 1 chapters 1-4
Which of the following is a popular mobile operating system?
Android
______ programs guard your computer system against viruses or other damaging programs that can invade your computer system.
Antivirus
Image editors edit images consisting of thousands of pixels that form this type of image.
Bitmap
This type of e-commerce often resembles the electronic version of the classified ads or an auction.
C2C
_______ computing uses the internet and the web to shift many computer activities from a user's computer to computer on the internet.
Cloud
Employee records, including names, social security numbers, and related information, would typically be stored in what type of data file?
Database
A word processor is an example of system software. T/F
False
Antivirus software is a Windows utility that is unnecessary as long as you are careful about browsing the internet. T/F
False
Backup Programs can identify and remove unused files and applications. T/F
False
Cell phones generally include a network operating system. T/F
False
Illustration programs are specialized graphics programs for editing bitmap or raster images. T/F
False
Image editors are used to create and edit vector images. T/F
False
Microsoft Office uses an interface with traditional menus and toolbars. T/F
False
System software can be described as end-user software and is used ro accomplish a variety of tasks. T/F
False
System software cannot handle technical details without user intervention.
False
System software might be described as end-user software. T/F
False
The last worksheet in a workbook is often a summary of the preceding worksheets. T/F
False
Two important components of the system unit are the keyboard and the hard disk. T/F
False
Worksheets are only used for a limited types of applications in certain professions. T/F
False
insurance companies are most likely to use personal computers to process information about millions of policyholders. T/F
False
Parents can use this type of program to block access to selected Websites.
Filter
______ is the component of the information system that is described as the equipment that processes data to create information.
Hardware
HTML stands for ________.
Hypertext Markup Language
_______ are graphic representations for a program, type of file, or function.
Icons
These programs are used to create and edit vector images.
Illustrations programs
Which of the following are two important components of the system unit?
Microprocessor and memory
_______ apps are add-on programs for a variety of devices including cell phone and tablets.
Mobile
Add-on programs for a variety of mobile devices including smartphones and tablets.
Mobile apps
Windows Server is an example of a ________ operating system
Network
Identify the program that coordinates computer resources, provides an interface between users and the computer, and runs applications.
Operating system
______ are audio programs delivered over the internet.
Podcasts
______ are used to download media files to your computer.
Podcasts
Programs that combine a variety of visual objects to create attractive, visually interesting presentations are called.
Presentation software
______ are programs that combine a variety of visual object to create attractive, visually interesting.
Presentation software
Which of the following is not considered a form of secondary storage?
RAM
These organize commonly used commands into a set of related activities.
Ribbons
_____ storage devices do not lose data or programs after the electrical power is turned off.
Secondary
Cloud suites are stored at a(n) ________ on the Internet, rather than on your microcomputer.
Server
In a network operating system, this computer coordinates all communications between computers.
Server
The most widely used personal computers are _____.
Smartphones
______ uses rigid metallic platters to store programs and very large data files.
Solid-state storage
Which would be the most appropriate type of application to create, analyze and forecast budget?
Spreadsheet
______ organize, analyze, and graph numeric data such as budgets and financial report.
Spreadsheet programs
This type of software works with end users, application software, and computer hardware to handle the majority of technical details.
System
_______ software is a collection of programs that helps the computer manage its own resource and enables application software to interact with computer hardware.
System
This hardware houses most of the electronic components that make up a computer system.
System Unit
______ make up the basic structure of a relationship database with columns containing field data and rows containing record information.
Tables
In a Ribbon GUI, ______ are used to divide the ribbon into major activity areas.
Tabs
______ are used to quickly create a presentation by providing predesigned styles and layouts as well as suggested content based on the type you choose.
Templates
________ are used to quickly create a presentation by providing predesigned styles and layouts as well as suggested content based on the type you choose.
Templates
A window is rectangular area that can contain a document, a program, or a message. T/F
True
Client-based e-mail accounts require a special program to be installed in your computer. T/F
True
Four common types of files are document files, worksheet files, database files, and presentation files. T/F
True
Highly structured and organized data is stored in database filed. T/F
True
Highly structured and organized data is stored in database files. T/F
True
In a Ribbon GUI tabs used to divide the ribbon into major activity areas. T/F
True
In a Ribbon GUI, tabs are used to divide the ribbon into major activity areas. T/F
True
In addition to an internet connection, user need browser software to easily display web resources. T/F
True
Linux is a popular and powerful alternative to the Windows operating system. T/F
True
Many apps are written for a particular type of mobile device and will not run on other types. T/F
True
Many operating systems now include voice assist tools that allow a user to directly issue commands. T/F
True
Microsoft Word cannot be used to create personalized web pages. T/F
True
Microsoft access is an example of general- purpose application software. T/F
True
News feed is the first page you see after logging into a social networking site. T/F
True
One of the greatest challenges for the growth of e-commerce is development of fast, secure, and reliable payment. T/F
True
PHP is a language often used within HTML documents to improve a website's interactivity. T/F
True
Presentation software is an excellent tool to communicate a message and to persuade people. T/F
True
Secondary storage will retain when the computer is turned off. T/F
True
Software is another name for a program or programs. T/F
True
The internet connects millions of computers and resources throughout the world via wires, cables, and satellite. T/F
True
The most common input devices are the mouse and the keyboard. T/F
True
The purpose of software is to convert data into information. T/F
True
______ is an operating system widely used by servers on the web, mainframe computer, and very powerful personal computers.
UNIX
Antivirus programs protect your computer system from viruses or malicious programs. This is an example of which type of software?
Utilities
Antivirus programs, backup programs, and virtual assistants are all examples of _______ programs.
Utility
______ are used to edit videos to enhance quality and appearance.
Video editors
The version of the web evolved to support more Dynamic content creation and social interaction
Web 2.0
Which of the following programs would be used to create a website?
Web authoring
A ______ store is typically a website that provides access to a specific mobile apps that can be downloaded either for a nominal fee or free of charge.
app
Creating a website is called web ________.
authoring
All major operating systems offer ________ utilities to save a copy of your device's data.
backup
A _______ is a collection of a related data-- the electronic equivalent of a file cabinet.
database
The electronic equivalent of a file cabinet is a _______.
database
Most general-purpose applications use a(n) _______ that displays graphical elements called icons to represent familiar objects.
graphical end interface
Most general-purpose applications use a(n) _______ that displays graphical elements called icons to represent familiar objects.
graphical user interface
These are specialized graphics programs for editing or modifying digital photographs.
image editors
The internet is the largest _____ in the world.
network
The ______ system coordinates computer resources, provides the user interface, and runs applications.
operating
Most ________ are accompanied by several common utility programs, including a search program, a storage management program, and a backup program.
operating systems
The type of media that uses laser technology to store data and programs is _______.
optical disc
Smartphones are the most widely used ________ computers and are designed to fit into the palm of one hand.
personal
______ are all about making people (end users) more productive.
personal computers
Digital photographs consist of thousands of dots, or _______, that form images.
pixels
Digital photographs consists of thousands of dots, or ________, that form images.
pixels
Software is another name for ______.
programs
The _______ compares your entry against its database and returns the result, a list of sites that topic.
search engine
An internet _____ is a collection of utility programs designed to maintain your security and privacy while you are on the.
security suite
General-purpose application include all the following except.
web authoring
A _____ is a website specially designed to allow visitors to use their browser to add, edit, or delete the sites content.
wiki
_______ are used to create text-based documents.
word processors