Computer Apps
A 32-bit word computer can access:
4 bytes at a time
A _____ -bit word computer can access eight bytes of information at a time.
64
A byte is formed by a group of:
8 bits
Which of the following are two important components of the system unit?
A. Microprocessor and memory
Launched in 1969 as a U.S funded project that developed a national computer network, the Internet was initially called __________.
APRANET
This is a website that provides access to specific mobile apps that can be downloaded either for a nominal fee or free of charge.
App store
This type of software can be described as end user software and is used to accomplish a variety of tasks.
Application
Online banking is an example of what type of e-commerce?
B2C
This method of file transfer distributes file transfers across many different computers.
BitTorrent
System software includes all of the following except: A. Operating systems B. Device drivers C. Utilities D. Browsers
Browsers
This type of e-commerce often resembles the electronic version of the classified ads or an auction.
C2C
Which of the following is not a character encoding standard?
CISC
Which of the following are files inserted into an HTML document that control the appearance of Web pages including layout, colors, and fonts?
CSS
The Web was introduced in 1991 at
Center for European Nuclear Research (CERN)
Computer _____ refers to acquiring computer-related skills.
Competency
Employee records, including names, social security numbers, and related information, would typically be stored in what type of data file?
Database
_____ provide additional information and request user input.
Dialog Boxes
This method of file transfer has been used for decades and is frequently used for uploading changes to a Web site hosted by an Internet service provider.
FTP
Parents can use this type of program to block access to selected Web sites.
Filter
These types of ports typically provide connections to specialized devices such as camcorders and storage devices.
FireWire
A web page typically contains _____ which contains the formatting instructions for displaying the web page.
Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)
The most common way to access the Internet is through _____.
ISP (internet service provider)
Which programming language is used within HTML documents to trigger interactive features?
Javascript
This version of UNIX is an open source operating system that is an alternative to Windows.
LINUX
This social networking site is used for professional networking
Which of the following is not a popular cloud suite or online office suite?
Lotus Symphony
Which of the following ports is used for connecting musical instruments to a sound card?
MIDI
____ ports are a special type of port for connecting musical instruments to a sound card.
MIDI
Twitter is an example of what type of site?
Microblog
Desktop, notebook, tablet, and handheld computers are classified as:
Microcomputers
Which of the following computers is also referred to as a server and is used to support end users for things such as retrieving data from a database or providing application
Midrange
_____ ports are an audio-visual port typically used to connect large monitors.
MiniDP
Which of the following is not a popular mobile operating system? Mountain Lion Blackberry OS iOS Android
Mountain Lion
All of the following are commonly used units of measurement to describe memory capacity, except:
Nanobyte (NB)
The _____ is often referred to as the software environment or software platform.
Operating System
The most widely used handheld computers are
PDAs/smartphones
_____ do/does not use streaming technology and are/is used to download media files
Podcasts
Which part of an information system consists of the rules or guidelines for people to follow?
Procedures
These are graphics that typically appear as black and white boxes that automatically link mobile devices to a variety of different content including games, text, videos, and websites.
QR Codes
These apps allow mobile devices to use their digital cameras to scan special codes.
QR reader
This computer component holds data that is currently being processed
RAM
Which of the following will not retain data after the computer is turned off?
RAM
Which one of the following is not considered a form of secondary storage?
RAM
_____ ports are used to integrate computers into high-end audio home theatre systems.
S/PDIF
USB drives are a type of what kind of secondary storage?
Solid-state
These special programs continually look for new information and update the databases used by search services
Spirders
Which of the following is not an example of a document file created by a word processor? Spreadsheet Memo Letter Term Paper
Spreadsheet
This type of software works with end users, application software, and computer hardware to handle the majority of technical details. A. Communications
System
This hardware houses most of the electronic components that make up a computer
System Unit
Identify the four basic categories of hardware in a microcomputer system
System unit, input/output, secondary storage, and communication
This operating system is widely used by servers on the web, mainframe computers, and very powerful microcomputers.
UNIX
_____ is an operating system widely used by servers on the web, mainframe computers, and very powerful microcomputers.
UNIX
Which of the following can be used to connect several devices to the system unit and are widely used to connect keyboards, mice, printers, storage devices, and a variety of specialty devices?
USB port
When a single physical computer runs this type of software, it operates as though it were two or more separate and independent computers.
Virtualization
The _____ provides a multimedia interface to the numerous resources available on the Internet.
Web
General-purpose applications include all of the following except:
Web authoring
This type of e-mail account is more widely used because it frees the user from installing and maintaining an e-mail client on every computer used to access e-mail.
Web-based
Which of the following is a Web site specially designed to allow visitors to use their browser to add, edit, or delete the site's content?
Wiki
Which of the following is not a well-known Web browser?
Windows Explorer
The Internet is a(n) _____ made up of wires, cables, satellites, and rules for exchanging information between computers connected to the network.
actual network
Which of the following is not a popular desktop operating system? windows 8 android linux Mac OSX
android
Moving text, graphics or interactive features on a web page are called:
animations
_____ programs guard your computer system against viruses or other damaging programs that can invade your computer system
antivirus
An _____ store is typically a website that provides access to specific mobile apps that can be downloaded either for a nominal fee or free of charge.
app
_____ software is end-user software designed to accomplish a variety of different tasks.
application
Creating a website is called web _____.
authoring
This is a utility program that makes a copy of all files or selected files that have been saved onto a disk.
backup and restore
The _____ system consists of only two digits - 0 and 1.
binary
Image editors edit images consisting of thousands of pixels that form this type of image.
bitmap
Google Chrome is an example of a Web _____.
browser
The general-purpose application used to navigate, explore, and find information on the Internet is called a _____.
browser
Pathways that support communication among the various electronic components on the system board are called:
bus lines
A computer can become infected with viruses in the following ways, except:
by creating a new folder on your computer
_____ memory improves processing by acting as a temporary high-speed holding area between the memory and the CPU.
cache
Frequently-accessed information is held in:
cache memory
integrated circuits must be mounted on _____ which are then plugged into the motherboard.
carrier packages
Tiny circuit-boards etched onto squares of sand-like material called silicon are called:
chips
The Disk _____ utility program eliminates unneeded files on your hard disk.
cleanup
n a network, the desktop operating system is considered the _____ operating system.
client
The processing speed of a microprocessor is typically represented by its _____ speed
clock
The processing speed of a microprocessor is typically represented by its:
clock speed
____ computing uses the Internet to shift many computer activities from a user's computer to computers on the Internet.
cloud
Which technology allows users to shift their desktop computing activities to computers on the Internet?
cloud computing
File _____ programs reduce the size of files so they require less storage space.
compression
These specialty processors are designed to improve specific computing operations such as displaying 3-D images and encrypting data.
coprocessors
When evaluating a Web site's content, whether or not the information is up to date is considered part of the _____ element.
currency
The component of the information system that is described as raw, unprocessed facts, including text, numbers, images, and sounds, is called _____.
data
A _____ is a collection of related data, the electronic equivalent of a file cabinet.
database
the electronic equivalent of a file cabinet is a:
database
Disk _____ is a utility program that reassembles file fragments and unused disk space to optimize operations.
defragmenter
The four types of microcomputers are: _____ computers, notebooks, tablets, and handheld computers.
desktop
Programs that allow you to mix text and graphics and focus on flexible page design and layout.
desktop publishing
_____ programs allow you to mix text and graphics to create publications of professional quality.
desktop publishing
With these systems, input and output devices are located outside the system unit.
desktop systems
This type of program allows communication between a peripheral device, such as a mouse or printer, and the rest of the computer system.
device driver
_____ are classified under system software and are specialized programs designed to allow input or output devices to communicate with the rest of the computer system.
device drivers
Troubleshooting or _____ programs recognize and correct problems.
diagnostic
In many application programs, this feature is used to provide information or request input.
dialog boxes
_____ cash is the Internet's equivalent to traditional cash.
digital
The windows troubleshooting utility that identifies and eliminates nonessential files is called:
disk cleanup
In the URL "http://www.simnetonline.com", "www.simnetonline.com" is the _____ name.
domain
Device _____ are required to allow communication between a device and the rest of the computer system.
drivers
Which of the following ports provide high-speed connections for external hard disk drives, optical disks, and other large secondary storage devices?
eSATA
_____ ports provide high-speed connections for external disk drives, optical disks, and other large secondary storage devices.
eSATA
Smartphone operating systems are a type of _____ operating system.
embedded
The category of operating system used for handheld devices:
embedded
_____ ports are the standard high-speed networking port for many of today's computers.
ethernet
Network interface cards (NIC) are connected through _____ slots on the motherboard.
expansion
Most microcomputers allow users to expand their systems by providing these on the system board.
expansion slots
"Wiki" comes from the Hawaiian word for _______.
fast
Before sending a large file over the Internet, you might want to use one of these programs.
file compression
When you reboot your system, the computer follows startup instructions stored in this type of memory.
flash
Which of the following offers a combination of the features of RAM and ROM?
flash memory
When a file has to be broken up into small parts that are stored wherever space is available the hard disk is said to become:
fragmented
the content of a website is broken down into a series of related pieces of information which is represented in a:
graphical site map
Most applications use a(n) _____ that displays graphical elements called icons to represent familiar objects.
graphical user interface
In a virtualized environment, the operating system of each virtual machine is known as the _____ operating system.
guest
_____ computers are the smallest type of microcomputers and are designed to fit into the palm of one hand.
handheld
_____ use rigid metallic platters to store programs and very large data files.
hard disks
The physical equipment that processes data in order to create information is called the:
hardware
_____ is the component of the information system that is described as the equipment that processes data to create information.
hardware
When you enter a keyword or phrase into a search engine the results display as a list
hits
In a virtualized environment, this operating system runs on the physical machine.
host
The _____ protocol is used for Web traffic and is the most widely used Internet protocol.
http
A _____ is a link on a Web page that connects to another Web page.
hyperlink
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.
illustration programs
These are specialized graphics programs for editing or modifying digital photographs.
image editors
A library of electronic images is called a(n):
image gallery
A(n) _____ is a collection of utility programs designed to maintain your security and privacy while you are on the Web.
internet security suite
which of the following is a function of the control unit?
it directs the control signals between the CPU and input and output devices.
A(n) _____ converts the programming instructions into a language that the computer understands and processes.
language translator
This feature of Mac OS X displays and provides direct access to all apps installed on your computer.
launchpad
_____ operations consist of making comparisons.
logical
_____ computers are not nearly as powerful as supercomputers, but are capable of great processing speeds and data storage.
mainframe
A _____ publishes short sentences that only take a few seconds to write, rather than long stories or posts.
microblog
In a microcomputer system, the CPU is contained on a single chip called the:
microprocessor
This feature of Mac OS X Lion displays all running applications and gestures.
mission control
Application software can be categorized as either general-purpose applications, specialized applications or _____ applications.
mobile
Special Web browsers, called _____ browsers, are designed to run on portable devices such as smartphones and tablets.
mobile
This type of embedded operating system is used by smartphones.
mobile
_____ apps are add-on features for a variety of mobile devices including smartphones and tablets.
mobile
These are add-on features for a variety of mobile devices including smartphones and tablets.
mobile apps
The system board is also known as the _____.
motherboard
The system board is also known as the:
motherboard
_____ chips allow a single computer to run two or more operations at the same time
multicore
Which of the following allows a computer to run two or more operations simultaneously?
multicore chip
Most operating systems support the ability to switch between different applications. This is called:
multitasting
A _____ is a communications system connecting two or more computers.
network
The Internet is the largest _____ in the world.
network
Windows Server is an example of a(n) _____ operating system.
network
_____ operating systems are used to control and coordinate computers that are linked together.
network
The _____ system coordinates computer resources, provides the user interface and runs applications.
operating
Identify the program that coordinates computer resources, provides an interface between users and the computer, and runs applications.
operating system
This type of program performs specific tasks related to managing computer resources.
operating system
The type of media that uses laser technology to store data and programs is:
optical
_____ are secondary storage devices that use laser technology.
optical disks
For multicore processors to be used effectively, computers must understand how to divide tasks into parts that can be distributed across each core - an operation called:
parallel processing
In an image editor photographs consist of thousands of dots or _____ that form images.
pixels
The operating system is often referred to as the software environment or software _____.
platform
Programs that automatically start and operate as a part of your browser are called:
plug-ins
A _____ file might contain audience handouts and speaker notes in addition to electronic slides.
presentation
Programs that combine a variety of visual objects to create attractive, visually interesting presentations are called:
presentation graphics
_____ are programs that combine a variety of visual objects to create attractive, visually interesting presentations.
presentation graphics
In an information system, the rules or guidelines for people to follow are called _____.
procedures
Office suites are also known as _____ suites.
productivity
he word "software" is interchangeable with the word
program
Which of the following is not a function of the operating system?
providing internet access
This GUI includes tabs, groups and galleries.
ribbon
these organize commonly used commands into a set of tabs.
ribbons
A ______ engine is a specialized program that assists you in locating information on the Web and the Internet.
search
_____ storage devices do not lose data or programs after the electrical power is turned off.
secondary
Which of the following is not a system software program type? Utilities Device Drivers LAnguage translators sectors
sectors
Cloud suites are stored on a _____ on the Internet, rather than on your microcomputer.
server
In a network operating system, this computer coordinates all communication between computers.
server
_____ are cell phones with wireless connections to the Internet.
smartphones
On the motherboard, the connection points for chips are referred to as:
sockets
_____ cards accept audio input from a microphone and convert it into a form that can be processed by the computer.
sound
Unsolicited e-mail is called _____.
spam
As opposed to general-purpose applications which are widely used in nearly every discipline, _____ applications are more narrowly focused.
specialized
_____ search engines focus on subject-specific web sites and can save time by narrowing your search.
specialized
Which would be the most appropriate type of application to create, analyze and forecast budgets?
spreadsheet
____ organize, analyze, and graph numeric data such as budgets and financial reports.
spreadsheets
_____ buses connect the CPU to memory on the system board.
system
_____ software consists of operating systems, utilities, device drivers, and language translators.
system
What are the two major software types
system and application software
"Background" software that helps the computer manage resources is called:
system software
Which of the following is a collection of programs rather than a single program?
system software
The _____, also known as the system chassis, is a container that houses most of the electronic components that make up a computer system
system unit
____ make up the basic structure of a relational database with columns containing field data and rows containing record information.
tables
This type of computer is a thin slab that is all monitor with the system unit located behind the monitor
tablet
A microcomputer that is smaller, lighter and less powerful than a notebook that has a touch sensitive screen is called a:
tablets
_____ are effectively a thin slab that is all monitor with the system unit located behind the monitor.
tablets
n a Ribbon GUI, _____ are used to divide the ribbon into major activity areas
tabs
_____ messaging is the process of sending short electronic messages using a wireless network.
text
In the URL "http://www.simnetonline.com", ".com" is the _____.
top-level domain (TLD)
The most popular microblogging site is _______.
The most widely used character encoding standard today is _____.
unicode
This character encoding scheme allows non-English characters and special characters to be represented.
unicode
For browsers to connect to resources on the Internet, the location of the resources must be specified through addresses called _____.
uniform resource locators (URLs)
Windows makes it easy to update the drivers on your computer using ______
update
Antivirus programs protect your computer system from viruses or malicious programs. This is an example of which type of software?
utilities
Disk Cleanup, Backup and Restore, and Disk Defragmenter are all examples of _____ programs.
utility
This type of image is made up of geometric shapes or objects.
vector
____ images are made up of geometric shapes or objects
vector
With this type of memory, large programs are divided into parts and the parts are stored on a secondary device, usually a hard disk.
virtual
_____ memory uses the hard drive to substitute for RAM.
virtual
_____ refers to the process whereby a single physical computer can support multiple operating systems.
virtualization
This type of boot occurs when the computer is already on and you restart it without turning off the power.
warm boot
This enabled graphics, animation, sound, and video to be added to the Internet.
web
Which of the following programs would be used to create a web site?
web authoring
_____ e-mail accounts do not require an e-mail program to be installed on your computer.
web-based
_____ typically broadcast live events and use streaming technology in which audio and video files are continuously downloaded to your computer while you are listening to and/or viewing the content.
webcasts
Knowledge of HTML and CSS is considered essential for the job of a _____.
webmaster
The number of bits that can travel simultaneously down a bus is known as the bus _____.
width
A _______ is a Web site specially designed to allow visitors to use their browser to add, edit, or delete the site's content.
wiki
The majority of software applications developed today typically run on:
windows
Increased use of mobile or wireless communication devices and cloud computing has been termed the _____ revolution.
wireless
____ network cards allow computers to be connected without cables.
wireless
Which of the following is not one of the three basic components of cloud computing?
wireless connectivity
This term is used to describe the number of bits that a CPU can access at one time.
word
To create documents that consist primarily of text, you need this software.
word processor
____ are used to create text-based documents.
word processors
A financial budget would be created in what type of data file?
worksheet
In the URL "http://www.simnetonline.com", what is the domain name?
www.simnetonline.com
