Computer Concepts Final Exam

what type of image can be used so users do not experience a lag when loading high quality images

JPEG

where is temporary data stored

RAM

what type of memory is permenantly installed

ROM

an optical medium of storage

blue-ray discs

what can be done for a construction business that uses paper transactions to establish a system where any data can be looked up immediately and transparency can be maintained

create a database of company projects, customers and vendors

there are various risks from attacks on wifi networks, but ________ is not one of them

creating malware

number, date/time, and text, are

data types

conditional formatting

highlights data according to specifications

what is the recommended solution if a computer performs slowly

install additional RAM

where is the operating system generally stored

internal hard drive

a series of beeps on a laptop probably indicates

internal hardware problem

unlike paper databases, access is able to

keep track of relationships between data

someone is considering web app development as a career, they do NOT need to master

logo

a company uses a special email program for communicating within their organization what should they do to ensure employees can access the inbox even when they are away from the office

make the program available as a web app

jim wants to develop an app for a specific purpose that would run even when his computer is not connected to the internet, he should use a

native app

is a printer an input device

no

which of the following factors can affect processor performance of a CPU

number of peripheral devices connected

what are the four main parts of an access database called

objects of the access database

logical applications can be accessed

only on the computers on which they are installed

A CPU converts the data entered through the keyboard into

output displayed on the monitor

what should be done to keep employees computers protected from viruses and other malware

periodic anti-virus scanning and software upgrades

When a CPU executes instructions as it converts input into output it does so with

the control unit and the arithmetic logic

access is a relational database which means

there are relationships between certain pieces of data

what should happen before restoring the operating system of a computer

transfer contents to an external storage device

what is the first step to performing hardware maintenance

turn off the computer and remove its power source

if a headset plugged into your computer is not working properly

update the device driver

How can you check data on devices connected through an IoT network

use a tablet

what is a situation in which a digital certificate is useful

you are signing a rental lease

someone wants to write short articles and post them online, if they have an internet connection they can use

zoho writer

what type of RAM needs to be constantly recharged to retain the contents

Dynamic RAM (DRAM)

a row in a table is called a

record

having a relational database prevents

redundancy, making the data more accurate

an input device

webcam

if you press the key corresponding to letter A on the keyboard, what process is carried out inside the CPU to display the letter on the screen

A is converted to binary code, which the CPU processes, the computer then converts the code back to A for display

what type of hard drive has no moving parts, making it fast and durable

Solid state drive

tables are made up of

a collection of fields or columns

a program that lets you store, organize, and manipulate data

a computer database

what could cause an external drive to not be recognized when plugged into a computer

a faulty port

what is the binary system

a number system with two digits, 0 and 1

device driver

a program that controls a device attached to the computer

an app that would allow customers to virtually try on colored lenses should have what feature

a responsive design so that it is easy to use on mobile devices

how is a worm different than a trojan

a worm reproduces itself on the same computer whereas a trojan attempts to spread through the network

what involves the operating system of the computer

add on devices

can be used to mix and match video clips

adobe premiere clip

how can an attacker execute malware through a script

an attacker can attach a script to a program that you download which then infects your computer

sean needs to familiarize himself with database software but cannot afford to purchase any, what should he use

apache openoffice

a medical assistant logs out of the system so a patient does not have access to information on the hospital database, what system does the hospital probably have to protect the patient medical records

biometrics

CPU performs well but the bus speed is low

bottlenecking

what determines the speed at which data travels

bus width

access is a DBMS or

database management system

easiest to upgrade, such as by adding RAM

desktop computer

an art student who wants to create digital artwork on their computer that retain their quality in all sizes, they should use a

drawing app

to store designs in the cloud so clients can review them, Patricia should use

drop box

the science that specifies the design and arrangement of items you use so you can interact with the items safely

ergonomics

true or false: big data is processed using relational databases

false

when the monitor display does not work which is likely to be causing the problem

faulty power video cable

what app should be used to design the cover of a book that will be published on a website

graphics app

what is it called when an attacker convinces you to enter personal information at an imposter website after receiving an email from a person masquerading as a bank employee

phishing

what printer is commonly used to produce high quality professional drawing such as architectural blueprints

plotter

customized app that removes viruses from infected systems without connecting to a network

portable app

What should someone who wants to buy a computer to use for playing games consider

processor core, some applications, especially games have greater process requirements

a message saying that your computer has been compromised and a fee must be payed to retrieve the data is most likely

ransomware because it is telling her she has to verify payment to unlock the computer

what physical health diagnosis is on the rise

repetitive strain injury

a way that you can NOT monitor and protect your financial data

requesting a credit report and freeing your credit

posing as a legitimate researcher to ask for personal information is called

retexting

when creating a presentation with 50 slides with consistent layout and formatting, what part should be designed first

slide master

what performance specification does 2 GHz refer to

speed at which the processor executes instructions

four main parts of an access database

table, query, report, form

to make an old app designed for android available on other platforms

use cross-platform tools to write code that will translate the existing app code into different formats

a necessary step in maintaining computer hardware

using UPS or a surge processor

what should be used to ensure a logo does not blur when it is enlarged

vector images because they retain their clarity

if a laptop displays only colorful horizontal lines, what is most likely to have a problem

video card

which type of software most likely includes collaboration features to help the employees work together online

web apps

data integrity

when a database is relational and therefore more accurate

when should a user consider restoring the operating system

when programs or apps do not start properly