CGS Final Exam FSU

Choose the reasons for purchasing broadband Internet service.

You have several devices online at the same time. You need relatively high-speed Internet service You want Wi-Fi in your home.

Select the functions of a Mobile Switching Station.

assigns frequencies to your calls sends your call to the receiver's MSS changes the cell and base station your transmissions go through as you travel

Databases are built by starting with single characters of data, organizing the data into fields, organizing the related fields into records, the records then make up a table. This organization is referred to as a data ___

Hierarchy

Select the statements that are true regarding a Wi-Fi's SSID

-In home networks, after all legitimate devices have connected to the SSID once, transmitting the SSID is unnecessary. -Most routers transmit the SSID every few seconds so roaming devices can find the signal. -An SSID is the Wi-Fi's name.

Select the correct statements regarding Instagram

-Instagram is a photo sharing app that is available for download on a variety of digital devices. -If you specify a location with your photo, you can opt to have Instagram check you in on Foursquare.

Select the sites that offer Internet speed test services.

-Speedtest.net -Testmy.net

If you own a small business, what can you do to ensure your computers and data is kept secure

- keep software updated, particularly antivirus software - backup your data regularly - physically secure computers to minimize risk of theft

Which of these operating systems is based on Linux and used on smartphones

Android

The DBMS subsystem that allows for data recovery, support, and maintaining and securing the database is called the ___ subsystem

Data administration

What element of a database field specifies the data in a field such as text, numeric, or date/time?

Data type

When you ___ a file Windows should automatically open it. If it can't Windows will prompt you to select the correct app to open the file

Double click

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

Seperation

Instagram images can easily be posted to Facebook or Pinterest

True

WWW stands for ___ ___ ___

World Wide Web

Cell towers are connected to ___

base transceiver stations

Which transmission media has the largest bandwidth

fiber optic

Select the domain name.

mheducation.com

Using information systems to help foresee corporate business opportunities and threats might be done by all levels of management, but it is most important for which management level

top-level managers

Operating system: iOS 9 series

used on iPhones

A form of Email fraud where criminals change the account where money is being transferred is called a ___ scam.

wire-wire

What 3 items are needed to install a home WiFi network?

-An internet signal - A modem - A router

Select the characteristics of a router.

-Connects networks -Provides hardware firewall protection -Usually incorporates a switch

Select the following statements that are true regarding filters.

-Filters limit the material browsers fetch. -Parents often use search engine filters to restrict offensive images from being displayed on computer monitors. -Filter settings are often accessed through a browser's preferences

Which of the following should be considered when choosing an ISP?

-How many users will be logged on my network at the same time? -What ISP choices are available in my area? -Will user's be streaming data?

Which of the following are true regarding IP addresses?

-IP stands for Internet Protocol - In most home networks IP addresses are assigned by the Internet Service Provider. -If two laptops are connected to the same home network and surfing the web simultaneously, they share the same IP address.

Which of the following file extensions is commonly used for term papers and other word processing tasks?

.docx

A tablet is a highly-mobile computer with a mobile operating system and a touchscreen rather than a keyboard/touchpad. To differentiate a tablet from a smartphone, a tablet is generally understood to have a screensize of at least ___ inches.

7

Operating system: Lollipop

Android OS released in 2014

Operating system: Marshmallow

Android OS released in 2015

Software applications that allow users to access and surf the WWW are called

Browsers

Software applications that allow users to access and surf the World Wide Web are called ___

Browsers

Which might be a choice for Internet service in your area?

Cable Internet

To select a folder, simply put your cursor on it and ___

Click

Which of the following are examples of downloading a file?

Copying a driver from a company's website and saving it to your computer. Buying a song on iTunes so you can listen to it on your phone. Copying a photo from Facebook and saving it to your desktop.

Errors in data occurring while entering, reading, processing, storing or transmitting is known as data ___.

Corruption

Amazon.com allows you to search for thousands and thousands of items using images and information that are organized logically. This much storage and management requires a complex ___

Database

In the United States the federal _____ covers most consumer oriented electronic transactions

EFT Act

When you drag a file into the Recycle Bin it cannot be recovered.

False

In a database a _____ is a group of related characters in a database table that represents a characteristic of someone or something

Field

Select the usual roles of information systems (IS) technicians.

Installing IS hardware and software. Maintaining IS hardware and software. Repairing and replacing IS hardware and software

Adam was in the fifth grade when he was adopted by the Smith's. Because his school used a centralized database, all of his teachers had his correct name on their grade reports. This is an example of how a centralized database can help improve data ___

Integrity

A switch distinguishes between various devices within a network by their __ addresses.

MAC

Be careful to only open email from senders you know and trust. ___ may be contained in email messages.

Malware

The standard code of respectful behavior governing the use of electronic communications software and hardware is called electronic etiquette or _____.

Netiquette

Though legal, which of the following would likely be prohibited by a typical business computer-use policy?

Online personal shopping

Changing the appearance of your folder can make it easier to keep your information organized. To change your folder's appearance, first click on the folder, and then go to the command bar and click ___

Organize

Which of the following is an email program?

Outlook

Paul Baran developed a technology called _____ switching that made the Internet possible and reliable

Packet

Check all the activities that would be considered uploading a file to the Internet.

Posting a photo on social media. Placing an ad on Craigslist. Posting a YouTube video.

In the datasheet view of a relational database (such as Microsoft Access) a row of information is called a ___

Record

File Compression: Lossless

Reduces space required by reducing redundancy within files

The type of database that uses common fields to create links between tables is called a ___ database.

Relational

Software that gives network administrators the ability to provide computer assistance from a central location by allowing them to display and control any computer on the network is called ___ software

Remote Desktop

To display or distribute information from a database, programmers or database administrators create ___

Reports

Select the characteristics of a OneDrive account

Requires a Microsoft Email account Provides free cloud storage Can serve as extra storage space

A signal transmitted every few seconds by a wireless router so that users' computers can find the Wi-Fi hotspot is called a(n) ___

SSID

Which of the following refers to the distribution of computer applications over the Internet and is commonly referred to as web apps?

SaaS

Select the statements that are true regarding switches

Switches connect computers and other devices within a network. Switches are usually integrated in the routers of home networks. Switches ensure that correct data is transferred to and from the appropriate devices in networks.

Connecting your phone to your laptop to transfer photos, videos, or music files is referred to as ___

Syncing

Examples of management information systems (MIS) include _____ .

TPS DSS ESS

A collection of related records in a database is referred to as a _____.

Table

Sharing an Internet connection between two digital devices, for example, using your smartphone to create a hotspot and then using the hotspot to connect your laptop to the Internet, is referred to as ___ .

Tethering

Monitoring database systems performance, developing and maintaining databases, and establishing user privileges for databases are usual roles of a ___

database administrator

In order to ensure that employees understand what's appropriate and what's inappropriate use of company computer equipment, software, and networks, employers must set ethical computer use standards.Failure to set such policies can lead to which of the following

decreased employee performance decreased network speeds increased likelihood of security breaches

The devices inside your phone that convert analog waves (such as sound waves) into digital signals that your phone can process are called ___

digital - analog converters

Software theft occurs when someone engages in all of the following except _______.

erasing a program you purchased then sold to a friend

The roles of directing IS technicians, working with senior management to procure and implement IS, and developing policies for corporate IS typically falls to the ___

information system program manager

In order to ensure that employees understand what's appropriate and what's inappropriate use of company computer equipment, software, and networks, employers must set ethical computer use standards. This includes which of the following?

instructing employees on standards enforcing standards by creating firewalls, monitoring protocols, and filters periodically reviewing computer-use policies

The word modem stands for ____

modulator-demodulator

Select the usual tasks of database administrators (DBAs).

monitors the database's performance develops and maintains the database itself establishes user privileges for the database to help protect the data

All of the following are protected against unauthorized use or distribution by intellectual property laws except

open educational services

Select the examples of uploading files

posting a photo on social media placing an ad on Craigslist posting a YouTube video

File Compression: Lossy

reduces space required by removing less valuable data

Select the methods of placing a file in the recycle bin.

select the item and press the Delete key right-click the item and select Delete drag the item to the Recycle Bin

Select the statements that are true regarding Satellite Internet service

uses microwaves to deliver service provides broadband service virtually anywhere Customers usually purchase a data plan that limits uploading and downloading.

A digital identity is comprised of a variety of digital attributes including

-Usernames and passwords -Online search activities -personal data such as your social security number and birthdate.

Which of the following are true statements regarding LinkedIn

-You can use LinkedIn to apply for jobs -LinkedIn includes a resume tool to assist you in creating a professional resume.

Select what's true regarding dual band routers

-can transmit Wi-Fi signals in the 2.4 GHz frequency range -can transmit Wi-Fi signals in the 5.0 GHz frequency range -minimizes the impact of interference from microwave ovens and car alarms

Select the statements that are true regarding Fiber Optic Internet service

1. fastest home network option when available 2. not available in all areas 3. signal is carried by light waves so it's less subject to electromagnetic interference

As of 2017, tweets can be a maximum of ___ characters

280

If you just need a phone for calling and texting, a ___ phone can save you money

3G

A protocol commonly used to transfer large files from one server to another on the Internet is the ___ .

File Transfer Protocol

A security system separating 2 networks or even computers on the same network is called a ___

Firewall

Letting computer users drag images and documents across their computers' monitors made the ___ User Interface very popular.

Graphical

Amazon offers 2 lines of tablet computers, the Amazon Fire and the Amazon Fire ___

HDX

An easy way to create a new folder in Windows is to ___ on any area in the Contents pane, and then click New and Folder.

Right click

Which category of management information systems (MIS) combines the forecasting capability of decision support software with the records keeping capability of transaction processing systems software to help businesses manage inventories efficiently?

SCMS

The World Wide Web was created through a collaboration led by ___

Tim Berners-Lee

The highest level in the domain name hierarchy is known as the

Top Level Domain

Some cell phone carriers promising "unlimited data" will actually limit your high-speed, 4G LTE data to a couple of gigabytes per month

True

Select the characteristics of a modem

Usually provided by the ISP Converts analog signals into digital signals Converts digital signals into analog signals

File Compression: Zip

a lossless compression format

Sage was developed during the _____ war.

cold

Collecting data, interpreting information gleaned from a database, and preparing reports for senior management are tasks that are typically assigned to a ___

data analyst