CSCI Chapter 7, Chapter 6, Computer Essentials 5, Computer Essentials 4, Computer Essentials CH 3, Chapter 2 Quiz: The Internet, the Web, and Electronic Commerce, Computer Essentials 1, Chapter 6 Test
Correct Answer: C. Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)
A web page typically contains _______, which contains the formatting instructions for displaying the web page. Answers: A. uniform resource locators (URLs) B. top-level domain (TLD) C. Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) D. hyperlinks
The large capacity, high-definition optical discs designed to store hi-def video and video games are _______. A.) Blu-ray B.) DVD-RAM C.) HD CD C.) HD DVD
A.) Blu-ray
Which of the following is not a popular desktop operating system? Select one: a. Windows 8 b. Android c. Linux d. Max OS X
Android
This is a website that provides access to specific mobile apps that can be downloaded either for a nominal fee or free of charge. Select one: a. QR store b. Cloud c. App store d. Mobile store
App store
This type of software can be described as end user software and is used to accomplish a variety of tasks. Select one: a. Communications b. Application c. Utility d. System
Application
The proportional relationship between a display's width and height.
Aspect ratio
__________-input devices convert sounds into a form that can be processed by the system unit.
Audio
A utility program that makes a copy of all files or selected files that are in the libraries, contacts, and favorites on the desktop. Select one: a. Disk Cleanup b. Backup and Restore c. Disk Defragmenter d. Virus Scan
Backup and Restore
Image editors edit images consisting of thousands of pixels that form this type of image. Select one: a. Vector b. Bitmap c. Object d. Electronic
Bitmap
System software includes all of the following except: Select one: a. Operating systems b. Device drivers c. Utilities d. Browsers
Browsers
Smartphones use which of these storage technologies? A.) Digital versatile disc B.) Flash drive C.) Flash memory card D.) Optical drive
C.) Flash memory card
Which of these is not a mass storage device? A.) File server B.) Organizational cloud storage C.) Optical disc D.) RAID system
C.) Optical disc
Which technology allows users to shift their desktop computing activities to computers on the Internet? Select one: a. Distributed databases b. Cloud computing c. Handheld computers d. Solid-state storage
Cloud computing
A computer can become infected with viruses in all the following ways, except by _______. Select one: a. opening attachments to e-mail messages b. downloading software from the Internet c. downloading files from the Web d. creating a new folder on your computer
Creating a new folder on your computer
Employee records, including names, social security numbers, and related information, would typically be stored in what type of data file? Select one: a. Document b. Presentation c. Database d. Worksheet
Database
The electronic equivalent of a file cabinet is a _______. Select one: a. database b. word processor c. spreadsheet d. query
Database
Programs that allow you to mix text and graphics and focus on flexible page design and layout. Select one: a. Databases b. Desktop publishing c. Word processors d. Image galleries
Desktop publishing
This type of program allows communication between a peripheral device, such as a mouse or printer, and the rest of the computer system. Select one: a. Client b. Virtual machine c. Device driver d. Server
Device driver
In many application programs, this feature is used to provide information or request input. Select one: a. Windows b. Menus c. Dialog boxes d. Pointer
Dialog boxes
_______ provide additional information and request user input. Select one: a. Dialog boxes b. Windows c. Toolbars d. Ribbons
Dialog boxes
The windows troubleshooting utility that identifies and eliminates nonessential files is called _______. Select one: a. Backup and Restore b. Disk Defragmenter c. Disk Cleanup d. Norton Utilities
Disk Cleanup
The category of operating system used for handheld devices. Select one: a. Network b. Embedded c. Stand-alone d. Open source
Embedded
________________ is defined as the study of human factors related to things people use. It is concerned with fitting the task to the user rather than forcing the user to contort to do the task. (one word, case insensitive, zero point if misspelled)
Ergonomics
A browser is an example of system software. Select one: True False
False
A hard crash typically occurs on an optical disc when it makes contact with particles on its surface.
False
A standard desktop computer comes with an embedded operating system. Select one: True False
False
ASCII supports Chinese and Japanese. Select one: True False
False
Antivirus software is a Windows utility that is unnecessary as long as you are careful browsing the Internet. Select one: True False
False
Application software is "background" software which helps the computer manage its own internal resources. Select one: True False
False
Based on the MAC OS, Android is designed for Apple's iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad. Select one: True False
False
Because Mac OS X market share is so large, more application programs are developed to run under Mac OS X than any other operating system. Select one: True False
False
CD-ROMs are often used to archive data and to record music downloaded from the Internet.
False
Cloud suites are stored on your hard drive and are available anywhere you can access the Internet. Select one: True False
False
Disk caching improves hard-disk performance by compressing files.
False
Each table in a database is made up of rows, called fields. Select one: True False
False
Firewire ports are used to connect keyboards, mice, printers, and storage devices. Select one: True False
False
For all devices, the appropriate drivers are automatically selected and installed when the device is first connected to the computer system. Select one: True False
False
Functions, formulas, charts and what-if analysis are common features of database management systems. Select one: True False
False
Graphics cards connect the system board to secondary storage. Select one: True False
False
Illustration programs are specialized graphics programs for editing bitmap or raster images. Select one: True False
False
Image editors are used to create and edit vector images. Select one: True False
False
Insurance companies are most likely to use personal computers to process information about millions of policyholders. Select one: True False
False
It is generally true that, the higher the dot pitch, the clearer the images produced.
False
Microsoft Office uses an interface with traditional menus and toolbars. Select one: True False
False
Microsoft Word cannot be used to create personalized web pages. Select one: True False
False
Optical scanners recognize individual letters or images.
False
Parallel processing requires a computer to perform one complete task before beginning the next task. Select one: True False
False
Printers that are widely used with ATMs and gasoline pumps to print receipts are examples of cloud printers.
False
Programs such as word processors and spreadsheets are known as utilities. Select one: True False
False
RAM will retain data when the computer is turned off. Select one: True False
False
RFID (radio-frequency identification) tags are tiny chips that can be embedded in consumer products, driver's licenses, passports, etc. Information stored in the chips can be read using a magnetic card reader.
False
Running File History improves system performance. Select one: True False
False
Secondary storage provides temporary or volatile storage.
False
Smartphones are a type of handheld computer that do not need input, output, processing, or storage. Select one: True False
False
Smartphones generally include a network operating system. Select one: True False
False
Solid-state storage uses rigid metallic platters to store data using the magnetic charges of the disk's surface. Select one: True False
False
Starting or restarting a computer is called tasking the system. Select one: True False
False
System software can be described as end-user software and is used to accomplish a variety of tasks. Select one: True False
False
System software cannot handle technical details without user intervention. Select one: True False
False
System software is a single program. Select one: True False
False
System software might be described as end-user software. Select one: True False
False
The last worksheet in a workbook is often a summary of the preceding worksheets. Select one: True False
False
The number of bits that can travel simultaneously down a bus is known as the word size. Select one: True False
False
Two important components of the system unit are the keyboard and the hard disk. Select one: True False
False
Utility suites come with one program only. Select one: True False
False
Virtual memory is stored on a RAM chip. Select one: True False
False
Before sending a large file over the Internet, you might want to use one of these programs. Select one: a. Disk defragmenter b. Uninstaller c. Disk cleanup program d. File compression program
File compression program
Correct Answer: A. uniform resource locators (URLs)
For browsers to connect to resources on the Internet, the location of the resources must be specified through addresses called _______. Answers: A. uniform resource locators (URLs) B. top-level domains (TLDs) C. Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) D. hyperlinks
When a file is broken up into small parts that are stored wherever space is available, the hard disk is said to become _______. Select one: a. fragmented b. contiguous c. sectored d. disbursed
Fragmented
The content of a website is broken down into a series of related pieces of information which is represented in a _______. Select one: a. graphical site map b. blog c. hyperlink d. microblog
Graphical site map
Most applications use a(n) _______ that displays graphical elements called icons to represent familiar objects. Select one: a. integrated package b. dialog box c. graphical user interface d. menu button
Graphical user interface
The equipment that processes data in order to create information is called the _______. Select one: a. typology b. compiler c. hardware d. software
Hardware
In a virtualized environment, this operating system runs on the physical machine. Select one: a. Guest b. Client c. Host d. Home
Host
These programs are used to create and edit vector images. Select one: a. Illustration programs b. Photo editors c. Presentation graphics d. Image galleries
Illustration programs
These are specialized graphics programs for editing or modifying digital photographs. Select one: a. Image editors b. Desktop publishing c. Presentation graphics d. Illustrations
Image editors
A library of electronic images is called a(n) _______. Select one: a. database b. vector library c. bitmap gallery d. image gallery
Image gallery
Correct Answer: A. top-level domain (TLD)
In the URL "http://www.simnetonline.com", ".com" is the _______. Answers: A. top-level domain (TLD) B. uniform resource locator (URL) C. domain name server (DNS) D. domain name
Correct Answer: B. www.simnetonline.com
In the URL "http://www.simnetonline.com", what is the domain name? Answers: A. http://www.simnetonline.com B. www.simnetonline.com C. simnetonline D. com
__________ is any data or instructions that are used by a computer.
Input
Correct Answer: D. ARPANET
Launched in 1969 as a U.S. funded project that developed a national computer network, the Internet was initially called _______. Answers: A. World Wide Web B. Intranet C. NSFNet D. ARPANET
This version of UNIX is an open source operating system that is an alternative to Windows. Select one: a. Mountain Lion b. Lion c. Linux d. Windows
Linux
Which of the following is not a popular cloud suite or online office suite? Select one: a. Google Docs b. Zoho c. Microsoft Office Web Apps d. Lotus Symphony
Lotus Symphony
This reading device is used in banks to read the numbers on the bottom of checks and deposit slips.
MICR
This operating system is designed to run only with Apple computers. Select one: a. Windows b. Linux c. Mac OS d. UNIX
Mac OS
This version of Mac OS X has better power management and enhanced workflow options for multiple monitor setups. Select one: a. Launchpad b. Mission Control c. Mavericks d. Mountain Lion
Mavericks
Which of the following are two important components of the system unit? Select one: a. Microprocessor and memory b. Keyboard and mouse c. Microphone and speakers d. Monitor and printer
Microprocessor and memory
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 access to application software? Select one: a. Midrange b. Mainframe c. Supercomputer d. Microcompute
Midrange
This type of embedded operating system is used by smartphones. Select one: a. Desktop b. Mobile c. Network d. Stand-alone
Mobile
Add-on programs for a variety of mobile devices including smartphones and tablets. Select one: a. Clouds b. Utilities c. QR codes d. Mobile apps
Mobile apps
Which of the following is not a popular mobile operating system? Select one: a. Mountain Lion b. Windows Phone 8 c. iOS d. Android
Mountain Lion
Most operating systems support the ability to switch between different applications. This is called _______. Select one: a. multitasking b. booting c. translating d. driving
Multitasking
These screens can be touched with more than one finger, which allows for interactions such as rotating graphical objects on the screen with your hand or zooming in and out by pinching and stretching your fingers.
Multitouch
______________ screens can be touched with more than one finger, which allows for interactions such as rotating graphical objects on the screen with your hand or zooming in and out by pinching and stretching your fingers. (one word with no symbols, case insensitive, zero point if misspelled)
Multitouch
The Internet is the largest _______ in the world. Select one: a. network b. system unit c. database program d. operating system
Network
This type of flat-panel monitors use a thin layer of organic compound to produce light.
OLED
Correct Answer: A. B2C
Online banking is an example of what type of e-commerce? Answers: A. B2C B. C2C C. C2B D. B2B
Identify the program that coordinates computer resources, provides an interface between users and the computer, and runs applications. Select one: a. System software b. Operating system c. Application software d. Device driver
Operating system
This system software is responsible for managing your computer's resources including memory, processing, and storage. Select one: a. Utility b. Operating system c. Language translator d. Device driver
Operating system
This type of mouse emits and senses light to detect mouse movement.
Optical
The type of media that uses laser technology to store data and programs is _______. Select one: a. hard disk b. flash c. solid state d. optical disc
Optical disc
Correct Answer: D. Filter
Parents can use this type of program to block access to selected Websites. Answers: A. Plug-in B. FTP C. BitTorrent D. Filter
______ are the most important part of any information system. Select one: a. Software applications b. Programs c. Hardware applications d. People
People
Two categories of laser printers are __________.
Personal and shared
Desktop, laptop, and tablet computers, and mobile devices are classified as _______. Select one: a. mainframe computers b. supercomputers c. midrange computers d. personal computers
Personal computers
Barcode readers use __________ embeded in them to read bar codes.
Photoelectric cells
The operating system is often referred to as the software environment or software _______. Select one: a. network b. platform c. window d. desktop
Platform
Programs that combine a variety of visual objects to create attractive, visually interesting presentations are called: Select one: a. graphs b. presentation graphics c. diagrams d. charts
Presentation graphics
Which of the following statements is incorrect? Printer resolution is measured in dpi (dots per inch). Printer output is often called hard copy. Memory within a printer is used to store printing instructions and documents waiting to be printed. Correct! Printer speed is measured in the number of words printed per minute.
Printer speed is measured in the number of words printed per minute.
Which part of an information system consists of the rules or guidelines for people to follow? Select one: a. People b. Procedures c. Internet d. Data
Procedures
In most cases, the word "software" is interchangeable with the word _______. Select one: a. procedure b. application c. program d. computer
Program
Correct Answer: A. plug-ins
Programs that automatically start and operate as a part of your browser are called _______. Answers: A. plug-ins B. readers C. pop-ups D. ActiveX controls
Which of the following is not a function of the operating system? Select one: a. Managing resources b. Providing Internet access c. Providing a user interface d. Running applications
Providing Internet access
These apps allow mobile devices to use their digital cameras to scan special codes. Select one: a. QR code reader b. Code scanner c. Optical reader d. QR scanner
QR code reader
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. Select one: a. QR code reader b. QR codes c. Bar codes d. ISBN numbers
QR codes
This computer component holds the program and data that is currently being processed. Select one: a. RAM b. ROM c. Bus d. Ports
RAM
Which of the following will not retain data after the computer is turned off? Select one: a. DVD b. RAM c. ROM d. Hard drive
RAM
Which one of the following is not considered a form of secondary storage? Select one: a. Solid-state storage b. Optical disk c. RAM d. Hard disk
RAM
This GUI includes tabs, groups and galleries. Select one: a. Character-based b. Ribbon c. Contextual d. Dialog
Ribbon
These organize commonly used commands into a set of tabs. Select one: a. Buttons b. Galleries c. Ribbons d. Contextual tabs
Ribbons
Which of the following is not a system software program type? Select one: a. Utilities b. Device drivers c. Language translators d. Sectors
Sectors
In a network operating system, this computer coordinates all communication between computers. Select one: a. Client b. Server c. Terminal d. Mode
Server
The most widely used handheld computers are _______. Select one: a. laptops b. smartphones c. notebooks and laptops d. tablets
Smartphones
The most widely used audio-output devices.
Speakers and headphones
Which of the following is not an example of a document file created by a word processor? Select one: a. Spreadsheet b. Memo c. Letter d. Term paper
Spreadsheet
Which would be the most appropriate type of application to create, analyze and forecast budgets? Select one: a. DBMS b. Word processor c. Spreadsheet d. Presentation graphics
Spreadsheet
This type of software works with end users, application software, and computer hardware to handle the majority of technical details. Select one: a. Communications b. Application c. Utility d. System
System
Which of the following is a collection of programs rather than a single program? Select one: a. Procedures b. System software c. Hardware d. Microsoft Access
System Software
"Background" software that helps the computer manage resources is called _______. Select one: a. shareware b. application software c. desktop d. system software
System software
What are the two major software types? Select one: a. System analysis software and data warehousing software b. Operating system software and utilities software c. System software and application software d. Database management software and application software
System software and application software
This hardware houses most of the electronic components that make up a computer system. Select one: a. System unit b. Input/output devices c. Secondary storage d. Communication
System unit
Identify the four basic categories of hardware in a microcomputer system. Select one: a. Hard disk, input/output, secondary storage, and display devices b. System unit, input/output, secondary storage, and primary storage c. System unit, input/output, secondary storage, and communication d. System unit, modem, RAM, and microprocessor
System unit, input/output, secondary storage, and communication
A microcomputer that is smaller, lighter, and less powerful than a notebook, and which has a touch sensitive screen, is called a _______. Select one: a. laptop b. desktop c. subnotebook d. tablet
Tablet
Correct Answer: A. physical network
The Internet is a _______ made up of wires, cables, satellites, and rules for exchanging information between computers connected to the network. Answers: A. physical network B. virtual network C. multimedia interface D. domain name
Correct Answer: B. 1991
The Web was introduced in _______. Answers: A. 1967 B. 1991 C. 1998 D. 2004
Correct Answer: C. IoT
The continuing development of the Internet that allows everyday objects imbedded with electronic devices to send and receive data over the Internet. Answers: A. Web 3.0 B. Cloud C. IoT D. IoW
Correct Answer: A. an Internet service provider (ISP)
The most common way to access the Internet is through _______. Answers: A. an Internet service provider (ISP) B. an instant messaging (IM) service C. an application service provider (ASP) D. Facebook
Correct Answer: A. Spiders
These special programs continually look for new information and update the databases used by search services. Answers: A. Spiders B. Webcrawlers C. Bugs D. Hits
Correct Answer: C. BitTorrent
This method of file transfer distributes file transfers across many different computers. Answers: A. SSP B. FTP C. BitTorrent D. Dropbox.com
Correct Answer: B. FTP
This method of file transfer has been used for decades and is frequently used for uploading changes to a website hosted by an Internet service provider. Answers: A. SSP B. FTP C. BitTorrent D. Dropbox.com
Correct Answer: D. LinkedIn
This social networking site is used for professional, business-oriented networking. Answers: A. Google+ B. Facebook C. Twitter D. LinkedIn
Correct Answer: B. C2C
This type of e-commerce often resembles the electronic version of the classified ads or an auction. Answers: A. B2C B. C2C C. C2B D. B2B
Correct Answer: B. Web-based
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. Answers: A. Client-based B. Web-based C. Cloud D. Mobile
Correct Answer: B. Web 2.0
This version of the web evolved to support more dynamic content creation and social interaction. Answers: A. Web 1.0 B. Web 2.0 C. Web 3.0 D. Web 4.0
Keyboards that are widely used on various smartphones and other small portable devices, and that are designed primarily for communicating via texting and connecting to the web.
Thumb
64-bit-word computer can access 8 bytes at a time. Select one: True False
True
A bus is a pathway for bits representing data and instructions. Select one: True False
True
A database is a collection of related data. Select one: True False
True
A smoke particle, fingerprint, dust, or human hair could cause a hard disk head crash.
True
A system unit consists of the keyboard and the monitor. Select one: True False
True
A window is a rectangular area that can contain a document, a program, or a message. Select one: True False
True
Another name for a midrange computer is "server." Select one: True False
True
Application software includes general-purpose applications, specialized applications, and mobile apps. Select one: True False
True
Blu-ray discs are designed for high definition and have a far greater capacity than DVDs.
True
Computers require direct current (DC) to power their electronic components and to represent data and instructions. Select one: True False
True
Desktop publishing programs focus on page design and layout and provide greater flexibility for this than word processors. Select one: True False
True
Disk caching uses a combination of hardware and software.
True
E-ink produces images that reflect light like ordinary paper, making the display easy to read.
True
External hard drives are used primarily to complement an internal hard disk.
True
Four common types of files are document files, worksheet files, database files, and presentation files. Select one: True False
True
Google's Chrome OS focuses on Internet connectivity and cloud computing. Select one: True False
True
HDMI ports make it possible to use a computer as a video jukebox or an HD video recorder. Select one: True False
True
Hard disks use tracks, sectors, and cylinders to store and organize files.
True
Highly structured and organized data is stored in database files. Select one: True False
True
In a Ribbon GUI, a gallery displays the alternative choices. Select one: True False
True
In a Ribbon GUI, tabs are used to divide the ribbon into major activity areas. Select one: True False
True
In a database, primary keys are often used to link tables. Select one: True False
True
In a network environment, the network server computer coordinates all communications between the other computers. Select one: True False
True
Linux is a popular and powerful alternative to the Windows operating system. Select one: True False
True
Many apps are written for a particular type of mobile device and will not run on other types. Select one: True False
True
Media are the actual physical material that holds the data and programs.
True
Microsoft Access is an example of general-purpose application software. Select one: True False
True
Microsoft Word can identify incomplete sentences, awkward wording, and incorrect punctuation. Select one: True False
True
MiniDP ports are an audiovisual port typically used to connect large monitors. Select one: True False
True
On a disk, a track is a concentric ring, and each track is divided into wedge-shaped sections called sectors. Select one: True False
True
Plug and Play has become a generic term that is associated with the ability to plug any device into a computer and have it play or work immediately. Select one: True False
True
Presentation graphics software is an excellent tool to communicate a message and to persuade people. Select one: True False
True
QR codes 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. Select one: True False
True
RAID connects several inexpensive hard-disk drives to one another.
True
RAM is considered temporary, or volatile, storage. Select one: True False
True
Read-only memory (ROM) chips have information stored in them by the manufacturer. Select one: True False
True
Secondary storage will retain data when the computer is turned off. Select one: True False
True
Software is another name for a program or programs. Select one: True False
True
System software is a collection of programs. Select one: True False
True
The control unit directs the movement of electronic signals between the memory and the ALU. Select one: True False
True
The most common input devices are the mouse and the keyboard. Select one: True False
True
The operating system allows the user to interact with the application programs and computer hardware through a user interface. Select one: True False
True
The operating system is often referred to as the software platform. Select one: True False
True
The parts of an information system are: people, procedures, software, hardware, data, and the Internet. Select one: True False
True
The purpose of software is to convert data into information. Select one: True False
True
The system unit, also known as the system chassis, is a container that houses most of the electronic components that make up a computer system. Select one: True False
True
There are several ways in which you can "catch" a computer virus. Select one: True False
True
To be an effective and efficient computer user, you need to recognize the role of information technology in your personal and professional life. Select one: True False
True
USB ports are used to connect keyboards, mice, printers, storage devices, and a variety of specialty devices. Select one: True False
True
VGA and DVI ports provide connections to monitors. Select one: True False
True
Web authoring programs are used to create sophisticated commercial websites. Select one: True False
True
What-if analysis is a very powerful and simple tool to test the effects of different assumptions in a spreadsheet. Select one: True False
True
When a single physical computer runs a special program known as virtualization software, it operates as though it were two or more separate and independent computers, known as virtual machines. Select one: True False
True
Windows Update makes it easy to update the device drivers on your computer. Select one: True False
True
eSATA ports provide high-speed connections for external hard disk drives, optical disks, and other large secondary storage devices. Select one: True False
True
Correct Answer: C. Microblog
Twitter is an example of what type of site? Answers: A. Wiki B. Blog C. Microblog D. Search
This operating system is widely used by servers on the web, mainframe computers, and very powerful personal computers. Select one: a. Windows b. Mac OS X c. Linux d. UNIX
UNIX
Which of the following is introduced in the book and widely used by retail stores to automate the processes to check out customers, to change product prices, and to maintain inventory records?
UPC
What kind of specialized monitor is especially useful for graphic artists, designers, and publishers?
Ultra-high-definition television (UHDTV)
Antivirus programs protect your computer system from viruses or malicious programs. This is an example of which type of software? Select one: a. Browser software b. Operating system c. Application software d. Utilities
Utilities
This type of image is made up of geometric shapes or objects. Select one: a. Raster b. Bitmap c. Vector d. Pixel
Vector
___ are used to edit videos to enhance quality and appearance
Video Editors
Type of keyboard that uses a touch screen as the input device.
Virtual
When a single physical computer runs this type of software, it operates as though it were two or more separate and independent computers. Select one: a. Backup b. File compression c. Troubleshooting d. Virtualization
Virtualization
Which of the following allows the transmission of voice and often video communication over the internet?
Voice over IP
This type of boot occurs when the computer is already on and you restart it without turning off the power. Select one: a. Generic boot b. Live boot c. Warm boot d. Cold boot
Warm boot
General-purpose applications include all of the following except: Select one: a. web authoring b. word processors c. spreadsheets d. database management systems
Web authoring
Which of the following programs would be used to create a website? Select one: a. Image editor b. Illustration c. Desktop publishing d. Web authoring
Web authoring
Correct Answer: B. Hits
When you enter a keyword or phrase into a search engine the results display as a list of these. Answers: A. Matches B. Hits C. Subjects D. Entries
Correct Answer: D. CSS
Which of the following are files inserted into an HTML document that control the appearance of web pages including layout, colors, and fonts? Answers: A. Javascript B. Applets C. AJAX D. CSS
Correct Answer: A. Wiki
Which of the following is a website specially designed to allow visitors to use their browser to add, edit, or delete the site's content? Answers: A. Wiki B. Blog C. Webcast D. Microblog
Correct Answer: B. Windows Explorer
Which of the following is not a well-known web browser? Answers: A. Microsoft Edge B. Windows Explorer C. Apple Safari D. Google Chrome
Correct Answer: D. wireless connectivity
Which of the following is not one of the three basic components of cloud computing? Answers: A. client organizations and end-users B. service providers C. the Internet D. wireless connectivity
Correct Answer: B. JavaScript
Which programming language is used within HTML documents to trigger interactive features? Answers: A. CSS B. JavaScript C. HTML D. Visual Basic
The most widely used personal computer operating system. Select one: a. Macintosh b. Netware c. Linux d. Windows
Windows
To create documents that consist primarily of text, you need this software. Select one: a. Presentation graphics b. Word processor c. Spreadsheet d. Database management
Word processor
A financial budget would be created in what type of data file? Select one: a. Database b. Worksheet c. Presentation d. Document
Worksheet
Correct Answer: B. Podcasts
_______ do not use streaming technology and are used to download media files to your computer. Answers: A. Webcasts B. Podcasts C. Microblogs D. Twitter
Correct Answer: A. Webcasts
_______ 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. Answers: A. Webcasts B. Blogs C. Microblogs D. Twitter
Laptops and tablets use _______ that are typically located outside the system unit. Select one: a. AC adapters b. batteries c. power supply units d. MiniDc
a. AC adapters
These types of ports typically provide connections to specialized devices such as camcorders and storage devices. Select one: a. FireWire b. Serial c. Parallel d. AGP
a. FireWire
Moving text, graphics, or interactive features on a web page are called _______. Select one: a. WYSIWYGs b. flash c. animations d. HTML
animations
A byte is formed by a group of _______. Select one: a. 4 bits b. 8 bits c. 12 bits d. 16 bits
b. 8 bits
Which of the following is a function of the control unit? Select one: a. It provides pathways that support communication among the various electronic components. b. It directs the movement of electronic signals between memory and the arithmetic-logic unit. C c. It performs fundamental math operations like addition, subtraction, and so on. d. It uses the logic to compare two pieces of data.
b. It directs the movement of electronic signals between memory and the arithmetic-logic unit.
This type of computer is a thin slab that is almost all monitor with the system unit located behind the monitor. Select one: a. Laptop b. Tablet c. Desktop d. Smartphone
b. Tablet
This character encoding scheme allows non-English characters and special characters to be represented. Select one: a. ASCII b. Unicode c. EBCDIC d. ANSIC
b. Unicode
The system board is also known as the _______. Select one: a. expansion slot b. motherboard c. expansion card d. bus
b. motherboard
Which of the following allows a computer to run two or more operations simultaneously? Select one: a. Coprocessors b. Multiplexing c. Multicore chip d. Binary system
c. Multicore chip
With this type of memory, large programs are divided into parts and the parts are stored on a secondary device, usually a hard disk. Select one: a. Flash b. Cache c. Virtual d. Extended
c. Virtual
The processing speed of a microprocessor is typically represented by its _______. Select one: a. bus line b. control unit c. clock speed d. ALU
c. clock speed
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 _______. Select one: a. arithmetic-logic processing b. multiplexer processing c. parallel processing d. graphics coprocessing
c. parallel processing
When you reboot your system, the computer follows startup instructions stored in this type of memory. Select one: a. DRAM b. SDRAM c. Cache d. Flash
d. Flash
All of the following are commonly used units of measurement to describe memory capacity, except _______. Select one: a. Megabyte (MB) b. Gigabyte (GB) c. Terabyte (TB) d. Nanobyte (NB)
d. Nanobyte (NB)
Integrated circuits must be mounted on _______, which are then plugged into the motherboard. Select one: a. slots b. pins c. ports d. chip carriers
d. chip carriers
Tiny circuit-boards etched onto squares of sand-like material, called silicon, are called _______. Select one: a. buses b. slots c. sockets d. chips
d. chips
Ultra-high-definition television (UHDTV)
is very useful to graphic artists, designers, and publishers because it can freeze video sequences to create high-quality still images, which can then be edited and stored for later use.
______________ devices (MFD) typically combines the capabilities of a scanner, printer, fax, and copy machine. (one word with no symbols, case insensitive, zero point if misspelled)
multifunctional
The two categories of laser printers discussed in this chapter are _______.
personal and shared
Amazon's Echo, Apple's HomePod, and Google's Home are examples of devices on the market that exclusively offer access to virtual assistants with __________________. (two words, zero point if misspelled)
voice recognition
Term used to describe the number of bits that a CPU can access at one time. Select one: a. Bitrate b. Word c. Pulse width d. Character
b. Word
Frequently-accessed information is held in _______. Select one: a. hard drive b. cache memory c. flash memory d. read only memory
b. cache memory
On the motherboard, the connection points for chips are referred to as _______. Select one: a. slots b. sockets c. ports d. lines
b. sockets
The hard disk's surface is scratched and some or all of the data is destroyed when there is a _______. A.) head crash B.) cylinder crash C.) track crash D.) sector crash
A.) head crash
Hard disks store and organize files using all of the following, except _______. A.) tracks B.) cylinders C.) Paths D.) sectors
C.) Paths
Which of the following is not an example of secondary storage? A.) External hard drives B.) Flash drives C.) RAM D.) RAID
C.) RAM
On a hard disk each track is divided into invisible wedge-shaped sections called _______. A.) platters B.) cylinders C.) sectors D.) bits
C.) Sectors
The _______ of a secondary storage device indicates how much data the storage medium can hold. A.) capacity B.) storage C.) access D.) memory
A.) capacity
This allows you to upload and store documents on the Internet. A.) Cloud storage B.) Hard Disk drive C.) Flash drive D.) Solid State storage
A.) Cloud Storage
Optical discs use these to represent data. A.) Pits and lands B.) Magnetic charges C.) Laser beams D.) Analog signals
A.) Pits and lands
Which of these is not an example of solid state storage? A.) Flash memory cards B.) Digital versatile disc C.) USB drives D.) SSDs
B.) Digital versatile disc
Which of the following is true about an internal hard disk? A.) Portable B.) Often stores the operating system C.) Variable amount of storage D.) Slow
B.) Often stores the operating system
Which of the following characteristics about RAID is incorrect? A.) Expanded storage capability B.) One high-capacity hard disk drive C.) Highly reliable D.) Fast access speed
B.) One high-capacity hard disk drive
Solid-state storage devices are different than hard disks in that they _______. A.) have a higher capacity B.) have no moving parts C.) are volatile D.) have slower access speed
B.) have no moving parts
All of the following are true of DVD-ROM drives except: A.) They are a type of optical disc. B.) DVD-ROM stands for "digital versatile disc-read only memory." C.) They are also known as erasable optical discs. D.) They can provide over two hours of high-quality video and sound comparable to that found in motion picture theatres.
C.) They are also known as erasable optical discs.
A CD-RW disc _______. A.) cannot be erased B.) can be written to only once C.) can be erased and rewritten D.) cannot be written on
C.) can be erased and rewritten
Three ways to improve the performance of a hard disk include _______. A.) disk caching, RAID, and file expansion B.) RAID, file compression, and disk expansion C.) disk caching, RAID, and file compression D.) file compression, disk caching, and file encryption
C.) disk caching, RAID, and file compression
Storage that retains its data after the power is turned off is referred to as _______. A.) direct storage B.) sequential storage C.) nonvolatile storage D.) volatile storage
C.) nonvolatile storage
OMR, OCR, and MICR are all types of __________.
Character and mark recognition devices
This indicates the monitor's ability to display colors by comparing the light intensity of the brightest white to the darkest black.
Contrast radio
Which of the following measures the amount of time required by the storage device to retrieve data and programs? A.) RAM B.) Nonvolatile media C.) Capacity D.) Access speed
D.) Access speed
These discs have a capacity of 50 gigabytes on one side. A.) HD DVD B.) CD C.) DVD D.) Blu-Ray
D.) Blu-Ray
What is it called when servers on the Internet supply applications as a service, rather than a product? A.) Service computing B.) Digital versatile computing C.) Optical computing D.) Cloud computing
D.) Cloud computing
This process improves system performance by acting as a temporary high-speed holding area between a secondary storage device and the CPU. A.) RAID B.) Data compression C.) Data access D.) Disk caching
D.) Disk caching
The process of accessing information from secondary storage devices is referred to as _______. A.) backing up B.) writing C.) restoring D.) reading
D.) reading
One way to improve the storage capacity of a hard disk is to _______. A.) increase memory B.) format often C.) use disk caching D.) use file compression
D.) use file compression
An external hard disk _______. A.) cannot be used in addition to an internal hard disk B.) is heavy C.) is hard to remove D.) usually connects to a USB or Thunderbolt port
D.) usually connects to a USB or Thunderbolt port
Which of the following printe features enables you to print on both sides of a sheet of paper?
Duplex
A dedicated, mobile device for storing and displaying e-book and other electronic media including electronic newspapers and magazines.
E-book reader
External hard disks use different technology than internal hard disks.
False
Facebook is an example of cloud storage.
False
File compression is only available on hard-disk drives.
False
The ALU tells the rest of the computer system how to carry out a program's instructions. Select one: True False
False
The process of saving information to a secondary storage device is referred to as embedding.
False
The series of dots that form the image on a monitor are called __________.
Pixels
Which of the following is not a type of scanning device?
Stylus
The arrangement of keys on a keybaord, QWERTY reflects the keyboard layout by __________.
Taking the letters of the first six alphabetic characters found on the top row of keys
A keyboard key, like Caps Lock, that turns a feature on or off is called a __________ key.
Toggle
DVDs have replaced CDs as the standard optical disc.
True
File servers are appropriate devices to use in an enterprise storage system.
True
If you have used Google Docs to create a word processing document, you have used cloud computing.
True
In order to access your documents and files that are stored in the cloud, you must have an Internet connection.
True
Mass storage devices are specialized high-capacity secondary storage devices designed to store large amounts of data for an organization.
True
With these systems, input and output devices are located outside the system unit. Select one: a. Desktop systems b. Personal digital assistants c. Smartphones d. Laptop computers
a. Desktop systems
Most personal computers allow users to expand their systems by providing these on the system board. Select one: a. Expansion slots b. Ports c. Sound cards d. Network cards
a. Expansion slots
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? Select one: a. USB port b. SATA c. Parallel port d. Firewire bus
a. USB port
Pathways that support communication among the various electronic components on the system board are called _______. Select one: a. bus lines b. network lines c. logic paths d. gate ways
a. bus lines
Which of the following ports provide high-speed connections for external hard disk drives, optical disks, and other large secondary storage devices? Select one: a. eSATA b. S/PDIF c. HDMI d. MiniDP
a. eSATA
A 32-bit-word computer can access _______. Select one: a. 2 bytes at a time b. 16 bytes at a time c. 4 bytes at a time d. 8 bytes at a time
c. 4 bytes at a time
Which of the following is not a character encoding standard? Select one: a. EBCDIC b. ASCII c. CISC d. Unicode
c. CISC
These specialty processors are designed to improve specific computing operations such as displaying 3-D images and encrypting data. Select one: a. Smartcards b. CPUs c. Coprocessors d. NIC cards
c. Coprocessors
A type of specialty processor devoted exclusively to protecting your privacy. Select one: a. Data cards b. Micro cards c. Cryptoprocessor d. Embedded cards
c. Cryptoprocessor
Which of the following offers a combination of the features of RAM and ROM? Select one: a. DRAM b. DDR c. Flash Memory d. Cache Memory
c. Flash Memory
Which of the following ports is used for connecting musical instruments to a sound card? Select one: a. MiniDP b. S/PDIF c. MIDI d. eSATA
c. MIDI
In most personal computer systems, the CPU is contained on a single chip called the _______. Select one: a. semiconductor b. ALU c. microprocessor d. control unit
c. microprocessor
