Chap 1 & 2 // Microsoft Word
Which low-cost devices feature crisp text that is capable of being read in even the brightest outdoor conditions? A. E-book readers B. Chromebooks C. Phablets D. Convertible laptops
A. E-book readers
Which of the following apps would you use if you wanted to create and share a grocery list with your family? A. Evernote B. Amazon Cloud Drive C. Hulu Plus D. Microsoft Access
A. Evernote
Which of the following is a wearable fitness device that is capable of measuring the number of steps taken, distance traveled, and calories burned on a daily basis? A. Fitbit Flex B. Google+ C. Scanadu Scout D. HealthTap
A. Fitbit flex
The physical devices that make up a computer system are called: A. hardware B. software C. NFC D. data
A. Hardware
Which of the following is a feature on your mobile device that allows the Yelp app to provide a list of restaurants that are close to you? A. Location-based services B. Real-time information C. Crowdsourcing D. MMS
A. Location-based services
Which of the following is an example of an ultraportable computer? A. MacBook Air B. Apple iPad C. Google Nexus 10 D. Samsung Galaxy Note
A. Macbook Air
Which of the following is a streaming player for your TV that can use your home's wireless network to connect with online services such as Netflix and Pandora? A. Roku B. Glass C. OnLive D. Spotify
A. Roku
Which of the following is NOT a cloud storage service? A. Skype B. Dropbox C. Google Drive D. Microsoft OneDrive
A. Skype
A(n) _________ is a combination of mobile phone and handheld computer. A. smartphone B. tablet C. ultraportable computer D. cloud computer
A. Smartphone
_________ media refers to music and movies that are delivered on demand from an online source. A. Streaming B. Real-time C. Social D. Mobile
A. Streaming
The pages in the _________ can contain a seemingly unlimited variety of information, from news and sports to updates from your family and social circle. A. World Wide Web B. cloud C. LBS D. information processing cycle
A. World Wide Web
The largest network in the world is known as the ________, which connects billions of people and organizations throughout the world. A. World Wide Web B. Internet C. cloud D. Wi-Fi
A. World wide web
We are currently seeing an increase in home ________, where many household activities are being automated or controlled from a distance. A. automation B. virtualization C. streaming D. networking
A. automation
Cloud _________ services allow individuals to view, edit, and share documents, even seeing each other's changes in real time. A. collaboration B. crowdsourcing C. location-based D. streaming
A. collaboration
A(n) _________ allows users to communicate and share information between computers. A. network B. information processing cycle C. streaming player D. NFC
A. network
Mobile devices allow us to access _________ information such as current traffic conditions for our city and live radar images on a weather app. A. real-time B. crowdsourced C. augmented D. streaming
A. real-time
A network _________ is a powerful computer with special software and equipment that enables it to function as the primary computer in a network. A. server B. console C. client D. LBS
A. server
Which of the following is a short-range wireless technology that can connect your smartphone with a wireless headset worn on the ear or the hands-free systems in some cars? A. Wi-Fi B. Bluetooth C. LBS D. Mainframe
B. Bluetooth
With _________ storage services, your files can be stored online and accessed from any Internet-connected device. A. augmented B. cloud C. multimedia D. mobile
B. Cloud
Which of the following technologies allows you to store your files and use various applications in an online account? A. Augmented reality B. Cloud computing C. Bluetooth D. Streaming media
B. Cloud Computing
Which types of laptops allow users to swivel or detach the touchscreen monitor? A. All-in-one B. Convertible C. Netbooks D. Augmented
B. Convertible
Which of the following is NOT a type of multi-user computer? A. Network server B. Embedded system C. Mainframe computer D. Supercomputer
B. Embedded system
_________ are limited computers because they are placed inside devices which require specific computing functions. A. All-in-one computers B. Embedded systems C. Mainframe computers D. Chromebooks
B. Embedded systems
Which of the following is NOT one of the features that are found on practically all mobile devices? A. Wireless connectivity B. Fingerprint scanner C. Camera D. Microphone
B. Fingerprint scanner
Which of the following is NOT a "music locker" service that allows you to upload your own music for streaming at a later time? A. Google Play Music B. Hulu Plus C. Apple iCloud D. Amazon Cloud Drive
B. Hulu Plus
Which of the following is a popular brand of e-book readers? A. Note B. Kindle C. Roku D. Nexus
B. Kindle
Using a wireless technology known as ________, many smartphones can now be tapped on special payment devices to complete your purchase at select stores. A. Wi-Fi B. NFC C. Bluetooth D. SMS
B. NFC
Which of the following services (for a low monthly fee) will allow you to watch as many movies and TV shows as you desire from their large collection? A. Spotify B. Netflix C. YouTube D. Pandora
B. Netflix
Which of the following is NOT one of the ways in which technology is used in a typical home? A. Communication B. Process control C. Schoolwork D. Entertainment
B. Process Control
Which of the following refers to the ability of a computer to perform a variety of actions based on instructions from the user or a program? A. Input B. Processing C. Output D. Storage
B. Processing
Apple's _________ and Google's Voice Search are two products that respond to a variety of voice commands on mobile devices. A. iVoice B. Siri C. Air D. iMac
B. Siri
The term _________ refers to one or more computer programs that are packaged together for a unified purpose. A. hardware B. software C. data D. information
B. Software
For those who need to accept credit cards on a continuous basis, devices such as _________ plug into your mobile device and allow customers to swipe their credit card like they would anywhere else. A. Roku B. Square C. Pay D. Hulu
B. Square
The ability to communicate with a device without using your hands is known as _________ computing. A. augmented B. hands-free C. cloud D. wearable
B. hands-free
A _________ is a mobile device that typically ranges from seven to ten inches in size. A. smartphone B. tablet C. blade D. Chromebook
B. tablet
Which types of computers have all of the hardware integrated with the monitor? A. Supercomputers B. Mainframe computers C. All-in-one computers D. Embedded systems
C. All-in-one computers
_________ is the gathering of information from a large group of people. A. LBS B. Real-time information C. Crowdsourcing D. Cloud computing
C. Crowdsourcing
The computer that has been traditionally found on the desks in many offices and homes is the _________ computer. A. mainframe B. blade C. desktop D. embedded
C. Desktop
Which of the following apps makes it easy to apply special effects to photos and then share them with your friends/followers? A. Pandora B. Hangouts C. Instagram D. Square
C. Instagram
_________ screens, which are the start screens of mobile devices, allow users to enter a password, PIN, or other security measure in order to access the device. A. Initial B. Default C. Lock D. Input
C. Lock
________, such as Windows or Mac OS, exist primarily to help the computer run and manage its resources. A. Cloud drives B. Processors C. Operating systems D. Networks
C. Operating Systems
Which of the following refers to the processed results that a computer sends out to you? A. Input B. Processing C. Output D. Storage
C. Output
Which types of TVs allow you to connect to a variety of online services such as Netflix, Amazon, and Pandora? A. eTV B. Virtual C. Smart D. Augmented
C. Smart
Instead of delivering songs that you are likely to enjoy, services such as _________ offer you the ability to play practically any song you want on your mobile device. A. Netflix B. Hulu C. Spotify D. iHeartRadio
C. Spotify
Which of the following is NOT a gaming console? A. PS4 B. Xbox C. Square D. Wii
C. Square
_________ is the ability of a computer to hold or remember the information it processes. A. Input B. Output C. Storage D. Data
C. Storage
Which of the following is NOT an app that allows you to have a live video conversation using your mobile device? A. Apple FaceTime B. Skype C. Vine D. Google Hangouts
C. Vine
Which of the following is the most popular video sharing site, offering millions of different videos that have been uploaded by users? A. Spotify B. Netflix C. YouTube D. Hulu
C. Youtube
In _________ reality, the real-world is supplemented with computer-generated information. A. digital B. virtual C. smart D. augmented
D. Augmented
_________ are lightweight laptops that run Google's Chrome operating system. A. Phablets B. MacBooks C. Convertible laptops D. Chromebooks
D. Chromebook
_________ consist(s) of individual facts or pieces of information. A. Hardware B. Software C. NFC D. Data
D. Data
Which of the following refers to special eyeglasses from Google that provide the user with visual information directly in front of their right eye? A. Fitbit Flex B. Roku C. Nook D. Glass
D. Glass
Which of the following apps would you use if you were travelling to a country where they did not speak your language? A. Jefit B. Scanadu Scout C. OnLive D. Google Translate
D. Google translate
Which of the following is a popular service that will play music based on your personal preferences? A. Hulu B. Netflix C. Instagram D. Pandora
D. Pandora
Which category of computer is generally meant to be used by only one person at a time? A. Supercomputer B. Blade server C. Mainframe computer D. Personal computer
D. Personal Computer
Which type of utility or service allows users to completely erase their mobile device if it is lost or stolen? A. LBS B. NFC C. Bluetooth D. Remote wipe
D. Remote wipe
_________ networking services make it easy for friends and family to share updates and special events with each other. A. Real-time B. Crowd C. Personal D. Social
D. Social
_________ computers are thin, lightweight laptops that possess strong processing power. A. Embedded B. Blade C. Netbook D. Ultraportable
D. Ultraportable
_________ technology refers to computing devices that are worn on various parts of the body. A. Personal B. Hands-free C. Augmented D. Wearable
D. Wearable
Many mobile devices contain a(n) _________ and gyroscope that can sense even the smallest movements. A. scanner B. LBS C. GPS D. accelerometer
D. accelerometer
In order to save space, some large, multi-user environments use thin units called _________ servers which can slide in and out of a rack that holds many of its companion servers. A. phablet B. embedded C. mainframe D. blade
D. blade
In the simplest terms, a(n) _________ is a device that accepts input, processes data, and can output or store the result of its actions. A. network B. cloud C. LBS D. computer
D. computer
The set of instructions that directs the computer to perform a variety of tasks is known as a(n): A. embedded system B. MMS C. LBS D. computer program
D. computer program
Which of the following is a popular tablet computer? A. Flex B. Lumia 1020 C. Nexus 5 D. iPad
D. iPad
NASA uses _________ to conduct complex modeling and simulations for upcoming missions. A. all-in-one computers B. network servers C. mainframe computers D. supercomputers
D. supercomputers
Many computers are now being connected via _________ networks, whereby communication takes place using radio waves. A. augmented B. personal C. multimedia D. wireless
D. wireless
A CPU's clock rate, or speed, is measured in MB or GB
False
Although e-books are affordable, their adoption has been limited by the lack of photo support and the fact that they can be opened only by e-book readers
False
Although high quality movies can easily be streamed in homes, the slower speed of mobile networks creates a poor viewing experience for streamed movies
False
Although it can be dangerous to use mobile devices when driving a car, state governments have yet to enact any laws restricting this behavior
False
For watching TV episodes right after they are broadcast, Netflix is a better choice than Hulu
False
Friends, family, and co-workers often connect with each other and share thoughts by using cloud computing
False
Google transformed the smartphone market with the release of their revolutionary Nexus in 2007
False
MMS allows you to send text messages of 160 characters to any other cell phone user, while the more versatile SMS allows you to attach a variety of media such as photos and short videos
False
ROM refers to a faster type of RAM that is installed only on high-end systems or network servers
False
UNIVAC, the first programmable electronic computer, was used by the British during World War II to help crack many coded messages being sent to the German army
False
Unfortunately, it is not possible to upgrade the amount of RAM on desktop and laptop computers
False
Vine allows users to send messages, photos, and videos to other individuals that are deleted within seconds of receipt
False
Add-on circuit boards that can improve the performance of a computer's video or sound are known as expansion cards
True
Having a higher quantity of RAM will allow you to have more open programs and quickly switch between them
True
If you are not ready to replace your current television, there are a variety of streaming players that can add many ''smart'' features to almost any TV
True
Individuals who possess digital literacy have a broad understanding of computer and information technology
True
Input can take a variety of forms, such as the text you type with your keyboard or a variety of finger movements on the touchscreen of a mobile device
True
It is possible to purchase a waterproof case for your mobile device
True
Laptop computers possess a folding monitor that can rest flat against an area containing the keyboard and other hardware components
True
Mainframe computers, which are the largest and most powerful computers in the world, are ideal for handling large and highly complex problems that require extreme calculating power
True
Many of the components inside a computer generate a great deal of heat. Without proper cooling, a computer could overheat and malfunction
True
Netbooks are designed for budget shoppers who will use the computer primarily for browsing the Web and basic office tasks, such as creating documents
True
Services such as Google Translate can convert your typed or spoken words into almost any foreign language
True
Some watches can display useful alerts and incoming messages from your smartphone
True
The devices which can read, write, and erase data are called media, while the physical locations where things are stored are known as drives
True
The motherboard is the largest circuit board in a personal computer
True
The sensors inside many mobile devices allow various apps to track your activity, such as counting the number of steps you take per day
True
The system unit is another name for the CPU, or processor, of a personal computer
True
The term "phablet" is used to refer to large smartphones whose size falls somewhere between a traditional smartphone and a 7-inch tablet
True
There are various apps that allow you to send messages to other users using your Internet connection and not your text messaging plan
True
Today's gaming consoles are complete entertainment systems, offering Internet connectivity, movie rentals, photo storage, and many other services in addition to video games
True
When you plug a power cable into the back of your tower-based computer system, you are essentially connecting it to the power supply
True
Wi-Fi is the current standard for wireless networks and Internet connectivity
True
iMessage is exclusive to users of Apple's computers and mobile devices
True
