FINAL EXAM COSC 1301
Which of the following is the correct way to identify the hard drive in Windows?
C:
A graphical user interface can be identified by the _____ it displays.
Icons
Computers with the same platform are considered _____.
compatible
A Microsoft Word data file is recognized by its _____ file extension.
.docx
Compressed files containing Windows software can have a _____ extension.
.zip
Lossless file compression can reduce the size of a text file by _____ or more.
50%
When memory speed increases, the _____ can process data more efficiently.
CPU
In Windows 8, you can display the shutdown options using the _____ bar.
Charms
To assign the sleep power state, display the _____ bar, click the Settings charm, click Power, and then click Sleep.
Charms
Number of instructions the CPU can process per second
Clock Speed
A(n) ____________________ is an electronic device that receives, processes, and stores data, and produces a result.
Computer
Coordinates activities and manages information through the processor
Control Unit
Press the _______________ key sequence to copy a file or folder from one location to another.
Ctrl+C
Which of the following folders does Windows provide by default?
Documents
Windows refers to its accessibility features as _____.
Ease of Access options
A computer shut down and a sign out perform the same task.
False
A digital divide is defined as two computers that are not connected to the Internet.
False
A full filename includes three parts: the assigned filename, a comma, and the file extension to identify the type of file.
False
A(n) chip is a memory cell that holds a computer instruction to perform a calculation. ____________________
False
Assign the hibernate power state when you plan on taking short breaks from your computer throughout the day.
False
By default, the Recycle Bin and Pictures folder icons appear on the Windows 8 desktop.
False
Excel is a utility program designed to improve the processing power of your computer.
False
In File Explorer, the Ribbon lists frequently used drive and folder icons.
False
Microsoft Excel is frequently used to create a database. ____________________
False
One of the most important jobs of a mainframe computer is to transfer data around a network so that user requests can be met.
False
Only a computer's assigned user can delete user accounts. ____________________
False
Productivity software includes the Windows 8 operating system.
False
RAM is an operating system related to UNIX.
False
ROM is used to store instructions and data temporarily.
False
Reinstalling Windows 8 on your computer with the Refresh option will retain your original Windows 8 apps but not your desktop applications.
False
Smartphones use a dedicated, embedded operating system.
False
Software freeware refers to the illegal copying and distribution of software. ____________________
False
Software updates must always be installed manually.
False
The Control Panel is most often used to change the color of your screen background.
False
The Program Compatibility Troubleshooter examines documents stored on the hard drive for version updates only.
False
The Windows Action Center receives messages to help the user solve problems he or she may encounter with the software.
False
The Windows OS stores relevant system files in one folder on the hard drive.
False
The amount of ROM helps to speed up the processing cycle and to enhance the computer's performance.
False
The download folder icon has two images that appear depending on its state. ____________________
False
The four basic operations in the machine cycle are output, decode, execute, and store. ____________________
False
The keyboard layout reference QWERTY refers to the name of this input device's inventor.
False
The machine cycle is measured in rotations per second.
False
The most common bus type is FireWire.
False
The number of characters displayed on a screen determines its screen resolution.
False
The purpose of setting accessibility features is to allow everyone with a user account to have access to the Internet.
False
There is no Ribbon in the File Explorer window.
False
To completely remove a software program from your computer, use the delete tool. ____________________
False
To view a list of files displaying the date they were created and their size, choose the List view in view settings.
False
When installing a software program that already exists on your computer, a duplicate version of the software will be installed.
False
Your computer's hard drive, where most files are stored, is named drive A.
False
Jolene is working with a coworker to determine how to set up her desktop. Jolene chooses the _____ from the Ease of Access Center to help her coworker.
Get recommendations to make your computer easier to use link
Which of the following is NOT true about a shortcut?
If you move a shortcut icon, you also move the program it is associated with.
Which of the following is NOT true about RAM?
It is generally measured in megahertz (MHz).
An iPad would most likely run on the _____ platform.
Mac iOS
A hard drive uses _____ storage technology to store data.
Magnetic
Jolene learns that a user needs to have his computer read text from the screen aloud. She plans to set up the _____ option in the Ease of Access category on his computer.
Narrator
All of the following statements are true about the Recycle Bin EXCEPT: _____.
Once the Recycle Bin is emptied, files can still be retrieved from the Download folder.
Tanya's boss informs her that she should use images stored on the USB drive when creating the report. To locate these graphic files, she will look for filenames with the _____ file type.
PNG
The first thing Summer does is turn on the computer and complete a ______ to make sure the critical system components are running properly.
POST
Sara begins by changing the appearance of her desktop icons by using the Change desktop icons option found in the _____ window.
Personalization
Before pinning a folder to the Start screen, you must first copy it to the _____ folder.
Pictures
The _____ category in PC settings allows or blocks apps from sharing your geographic location.
Privacy
Volatile memory
RAM
When Gemma starts Microsoft Word, the computer loads the word-processing instructions into ____.
RAM
Which of the following is not considered an input device?
RFID reader
A common type of non-volatile memory is _____.
ROM
Non-volatile memory
ROM
Memory cell for storing data on a temporary basis
Register
The _____ is a banner that stretches across the top of the Word window.
Ribbon
Windows 8 can be reinstalled using the _____ option.
Run
Using the _____ option to end a computer session will keep applications and the operating system running in a low-power state.
Sleep
In PowerPoint, you can view thumbnails of your presentation by clicking on the _____ tab.
Slides
Sara applies a theme to her desktop, which allows her to change all of the following EXCEPT the _____.
Start screen
To track the amount of memory installed on your computer, use the ______ tool.
Task Manager
Use ____ to close an unresponsive application or process.
Task Manager
Windows _____ provides user feedback on hardware resources and other software.
Task Manager
When a system restore is performed after a software update, which of the following happens?
The update is reversed.
Which of the following is NOT true about the earliest computers?
They were first developed in the 1970s.
It is best to set Word's Ribbon to _____ Mode when using a tablet.
Touch
A Trojan is a type of malware that hides inside another program. ____________________
True
A chart is a visual aid to show trends or relationships in data.
True
A cold boot is when a computer is started after it has been powered off.
True
A computer is recognized as having either an on state or an off state, defining it as a binary machine.
True
A library displays files that are similar regardless of where they are stored on your hard drive.
True
A multicore processor is capable of improving the speed of your software's response time.
True
A server is a computer that manages access to other computers in a network.
True
A server relies on a network adapter to connect to the Internet.
True
A shortcut is a keyword you associate with a file to make it easier to find.
True
A software update that includes multiple files that revise software to fix a problem is called a(n) patch. ____________________
True
A spreadsheet software program is a good tool to use when creating a budget. ____________________
True
A type of file required to run Windows is categorized as a system file.
True
A(n) biometric device converts scanned information into a digital format. _______________
True
An antivirus software program named XProtect is built into the Mac OS X operating system.
True
File Explorer's Navigation pane lists all the folders and subfolders found on your computer.
True
If problems occur when starting Windows, click the Reset tool to remove all of your files and applications, and then reinstall Windows. ____________________
True
In the hybrid sleep power state, data is saved to the hard disk before putting your computer to sleep. ____________________
True
In the sleep power state, your computer saves the current data and settings in temporary memory.
True
Knowing the name and version of the Office application you are trying to troubleshoot is the first step to solving a software problem.
True
Most desktop computers include a sound card to connect a microphone.
True
OCR scanners use a light source to read characters, marks, and codes.
True
RAM is an example of volatile memory.
True
Right-dragging a file to a new location provides a shortcut menu offering the options Move here and Copy here.
True
Software is a set of instructions that helps a computer perform tasks.
True
Some troubleshooting solutions will check settings and then change them if necessary.
True
System requirements are the necessary specifications your computer must have in order to use selected software.
True
The Maps and Weather apps can be customized based on your current location.
True
The Settings charm provides access to the PC settings screen.
True
The Windows Task Manager helps you troubleshoot application problems.
True
The Windows registry houses the configuration data needed for software to be run successfully. ____________________
True
The microprocessor and the CPU are basically the same thing.
True
There are two main interfaces in Windows 8.
True
Typically, a laptop uses a battery as its power source. ____________________
True
When you add a new printer to your computer, it requires a driver to operate.
True
When you delete a file from the hard disk, it is moved to the Recycle Bin until you remove it permanently.
True
A _____ works off of the normal utility power until it detects a problem.
UPS
A(n) _____ drive, also called a flash or thumb drive, is an example of removable media.
USB
Up to 127 devices can be connected to your computer through a(n) _____.
USB hub
To keep your software current, you would install any of the following program types EXCEPT: _____.
Web App
Jin is setting up a _____ configuration for employees who participate in video meetings.
Webcam
Which of the following is NOT true about the Control Panel?
You can restore settings from the Control Panel using the Reset button..
All of the following are characteristics of an embedded operating system EXCEPT: _____.
always depends on user intervention to work
Gemma completes her document and is ready to print so she sends her work to the printer, where it is placed in the _____ waiting to be output.
buffer
The keyboard uses a(n) _____ to exchange data with the motherboard.
bus
The f character is represented as a(n) _______________ of data in a computer.
byte
All of the following settings can only be applied to the Start screen environment EXCEPT: _____.
changing the sounds on your computer
In video-editing software, you can rearrange _____ to change the sequence of video segments.
clips
A main advantage of a smartphone over other mobile computing devices is _____.
communication
The processor relies on the _____ to coordinate the flow of its information and activities.
control unit
Marni learns that malware includes all of the following EXCEPT: _____.
defragmenters
In a(n) _____ backup, copies of the files that have changed since the last full system backup are recorded.
differential
When you install new hardware, you must also make sure that its _______________ are updated or compatible with the software.
drivers
A computer with more than one operating system installed is referred to as a _____ system.
dual-boot
There are three categories of computers: personal, _____, and large computers.
embedded
The _____ operation of the CPU's machine cycle carries out the commands of the instructions.
executing
A printer is an input device
false
An operating system is considered application software.
false
Which of the following is NOT stored in the Windows registry?
file names
Computer settings for vision, _____, and mobility are available in the Ease of Access category.
hearing
Which of the following is NOT a type of memory for storing data?
heat sink
Choose the best power state option for a mobile computer.
hibernation
The components of a server include all of the following EXCEPT: ______.
high-end graphics displays
All of the following basic power options can be set on your laptop EXCEPT: _____.
how fast your laptop turns on when the power button is pressed
One advantage of using a formula to total a column of numbers in Excel is _____.
if one number changes, the total is automatically recalculated
Clicking on the Performance tab displays CPU performance information as a ______ chart.
line
The accessibility feature __________ enlarges text on your monitor for easier viewing.
magnifier
The smallest types of removable storage are ______.
memory cards
All of the following types of software can be installed on a personal computer EXCEPT: _____.
mobile apps
Mac iOS and Android are examples of _____.
mobile operating systems
Hardware components such as essential chips and connectors can all be found on the ____________________.
motherboard
A multicore processor is capable of improving a computer's performance through all of the following EXCEPT: _____.
multicycling
A _____ administrator is responsible for managing computers that are connected to a shared printer.
network
A(n) _____ storage device uses a laser to read and write data.
optical
Which of the following storage types does a smartphone use for its main storage?
optical
A(n) __________ consists of a series of characters, numbers, and symbols, and allows you access to your computer and its files.
password
Another term to identify a computer's operating system is _____.
platform
A computer's operating system can automatically configure a newly connected device through a featured called __________.
plug and play
Building a(n) ___________ plan allows you to manage how energy will be used for both your hardware and software.
power
The _____ uniquely identifies each record in a database's table.
primary key
One major reason to keep your operating system up to date is to _____.
protect it from malware
Tarun discovers that the job of the operating system is to perform all of the following tasks EXCEPT: _____.
provide anti-virus software
RAM stands for ____ access memory.
random
The Details view lists files as _____.
small file icons with filename, date modified, type, and file size
A(n) _____ mouse recognizes tactile gestures along with traditional clicks when moving the cursor on the screen.
touch
A(n) _____ is a set of specifications to keep hardware updated for larger and faster data transfer.
standard
One disadvantage of a tablet device when compared to a laptop is its _____.
storage capacity
How quickly an application opens depends on _____.
storage speed
Before installing software on your computer, it is important to check its _____.
system requirements
One advantage of using a database rather than a spreadsheet for data manipulation is _____.
tables can be related to each other
An example of an all-in-one desktop computer is _____.
the Apple iMac
Laptop computers tend to be more costly than desktop computers due to _____.
the cost of their components
A quick and easy way to personalize the Windows desktop is to assign a(n) _____.
theme
A condition known as ____________________ happens when the computer's operating system swaps data between RAM and virtual memory to run software.
thrashing
A(n) _______________ is when an online forum message and all of its responses are grouped together in order.
thread
Lucy tells Rebecca that there are ____ methods available to install software on a computer.
three
The ________________ displays the name of the location shown in the right pane of the File Explorer window.
title bar
A navigation system uses a(n) embedded operating system.
true
The _____ tool removes software from your computer.
uninstaller
A(n) _____ drive, also called a flash or thumb drive, is an example of removable media.
usb
All of the following are acceptable locations for backing up your files EXCEPT: _____.
your computer's hard drive