ISDS 1100 - Exam 1 Module 3, ISDS 1100 - Exam 1 Module 1, ISDS 1100 - Exam 1 Module 2

While naming a file on the computer, if we 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 its ASCII binary code and stored in the memory unit. Then it is converted back to 'A' for display.

Joel wants to find a specific webpage containing the words "The quick brown fox" in the same sequence. Which of the following should he use as his search query to make this process fastest?

'The quick brown fox'

Recent top-level domains include _____.

- .aero - .mobi

Which of the following stories can be said to be in the public domain?

- A copyrighted story whose copyright has expired - A story written by an author who has given up his or her copyright on it

Which of the following indicates a website is NOT secure?

- A lock icon is not displayed in the address bar. - The URL of the website begins with http.

Which of the following statements are true about computers with artificial intelligence (AI)?

- AI makes decisions based on patterns found in data. - Simulations made in virtual reality can make you feel like you are in Venice, Italy while you are in Venice, California. - AI can reach conclusions by remembering previous choices and consequences. - AI can combine information in new ways allowing options to be explored before actually tried.

A video doorbell can assist you by _____.

- Alerting your phone when someone approaches the door - Allowing you to talk to a visitor even if you're not home

Which of the following would be an example of an embedded computer?

- An oven that you set to turn on at a certain time, so it is hot when you need it for cooking dinner. - A sprinkler system that detects the amount of moisture in the soil, so it knows when to come on and for how long. - A voice assistant that listens to you and keeps track of your grocery list, your to-do's, and turns off the lights.

The main categories of software are _______.

- Application - System - Development

Speakers and headphones can connect to devices using _____.

- Bluetooth - A 3.5mm audio jack - USB

Interference is a common problem with _____ devices.

- Bluetooth - Wireless

Which of the following factors can affect processor performance of a CPU?

- Clock speed - Bus width

Open websites typically include ____.

- Commercial sites - Personal websites

Which of the following is/are true about artificial intelligence?

- Computers with AI can reach conclusions. - Computers with AI can make decisions. - Computers with AI are trained that "if X happens, then do Y." - Computers with AI combine information in new ways.

Speech recognition does which of the following to understand your meaning?

- Considers context - Analyzes phonemes

Stuart is explaining search results rankings to his younger brother. Which of the following should he NOT state as parameters for page rankings?

- Design quality of the webpage - Location of the server hosting the webpage

Benefits of donating computer equipment include _____.

- Extending the useful life of the device - Helping someone who can't afford a new device - Keeping e-waste out of landfills - Avoiding having the device waste space in your home/office

Which of these following types of storage is/are used to transport information?

- External hard drive - Optical media

Which of the following should you take into consideration when purchasing a computer?

- Form factor - Software and applications you intend to use - Platform or operating system - Storage capacity

Helga runs a website on which she sells houseplants. She also earns through pay-per-click advertising that allows search engines to show targeted ads on her site. Which of these products are likely to be advertised on her website?

- Gardening gloves - Terracotta planters - Garden scissors - Watering cans

Keith, a 9th grade student, wants to find out if a Pete Clifford, an author of an article on inflation, is an expert in Applied Economics or not. Which of the following can he do to find this information?

- He can search the Internet for other articles written by Pete on this topic. - He can post a question on different social media platforms. - He can search LinkedIn to learn if Pete is an expert in that field.

Rajesh wants to collaborate with his friends on a web app to complete on a project. While collaborating online has many advantages, it comes with its own set of disadvantages too. In which of the following instances can using a web app be disadvantageous for Rajesh?

- If the provider of the web app he uses goes out of business - If he has an intermittent internet connection at his home

Margot and Tomas have heard how beautiful the Swiss Alps are, but they are afraid to fly. Tomas heard about a program they could use to see the Alps without getting in a plane and traveling there. Explain to him how the program he has heard of works.

- It uses simulations and 3-D images to enable a sensory experience. - The computer is able to create a real or imagined environment. - It contains infinite space and depth.

Which of these devices will eventually need to be recycled?

- LCD monitor - Smartphone - Television - Laptop

Overheating caused by direct sunlight can damage the _____.

- LCD screen - Processor - Hard drive

Marco needs a free image of a monkey swinging on a tree branch for a project. How can he find and use it without violating copyrights?

- Look for the image on Creative Commons using keywords 'monkey swinging.' - Enter the keyword 'monkey swinging' in a search engine and filter for images that are labeled for reuse.

Which of the following are examples of pointing devices?

- Mouse - Touchpad

Advantages of web apps include _______.

- No need to install an app - Collaboration with coworkers and friends - Available anywhere with an Internet connection

Sylvie wrote a short story and obtained a copyright for it. With regard to using her story, which of the following is she legally allowed to do now?

- Offer it to a school teacher at no cost to use in the classroom - Offer it to a publisher at no cost to use commercially - Sell it to a school teacher or a publisher - Publish it in a local newspaper or magazine

Open websites typically include ____.

- Personal websites - Commercial sites

LinkedIn is known for helping you _______.

- Post your work history, skills, and achievements - Maintain a professional network

Before you place a business call, you should ______.

- Prepare a brief summary of the purpose for calling - Think of possible times you're available to receive a return call -Plan to include your phone number or other contact information

Which of the following are examples of activities you could practice to become greener with technology?

- Purchase and use products with an ENERGY STAR label. - Use paperless communication. - Shut down devices overnight or when not in use.

What are the benefits of pairing robots with human workers in manufacturing?

- Quality is improved. - Cost efficiency is achieved. - Competitiveness is earned.

Hardware specifications include which of the following?

- RAM - CPU

Daniel wants to buy a desktop to use for playing games after work. He loves racing games and wants to make sure his laptop has all the specifications needed to run them smoothly and efficiently. Which of these factors should he consider?

- RAM capacity - it provides temporary storage that applications use to run smoothly - Processor core - some applications, especially games, have greater processor requirements

_____ may provide prepaid shipping labels for you to send in your used cartridges.

- Recycling companies that pay for used cartridges - Printer manufacturers

Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) offers which possible benefits?

- Reduced waste - Increased production flexibility

You can use a browser to _____.

- Research information - Work in web apps - Watch videos

Search engines use software that combs the web to find webpages and add new data about them to the database. What is this software called?

- Spiders - Crawlers

Elements that have little or no effect on search results include ____.

- Stop words - Capital letters

An operating system uses available storage space on a startup drive for _____.

- Storing programs - Virtual memory - Storing apps

Taran wants to work in the technology field but is unsure of which career to pursue. He has been told he has strong people skills; he is good at figuring out what is wrong with computers and fixing them; and he is patient and helpful when others do not know how to use computers. As his college advisor, which technology careers would you suggest he explore?

- Technology sales - Help desk support - Service technician

Alice stored a memory card in her wallet that had all the photographs of a recent trip she took. When she inserted the card into her laptop, her computer wasn't able to read it. Alice tried to access its contents on her other devices but could not. Based on this, which of the following is/are likely to be true?

- The memory card is damaged, and storing it in a protective case could have avoided the damage - The memory card is damaged, and its contents are permanently lost

Kay is trying to understand the health benefits of avocados. She finds an article on tracyshealthproducts.com. What of the following can assure Kaya that the content is credible?

- The site is popular for selling health and wellness products for all age groups. - The article's author has been working as a consulting nutritionist for the last 3 years.

You have just learned about a new company coming to your town. You get excited about possible new job opportunities, but the company never advertises for employees. You research the company and learn that they do most of their manufacturing using computers and not humans. How do you explain to others what a computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) company is?

- They are able to streamline production and ship quickly. - They use robots to perform work that is too dangerous.

Ms. Lawson, a primary school teacher, told her students that a photograph of the president is in the public domain. What does she mean by this?

- This photograph of the president is free of copyrights. - No permission is required to use the photograph.

A laptop (notebook) typically includes a _______.

- Touchpad or trackpad - Keyboard

Responsible use of technology can include which of the following? Select all that apply.

- Tracking your physical fitness using an app - Teaching a friend or family member how to navigate social media - Responding to fellow users with compassion and dignity

What is the recommended solution if a computer performs slowly?

- Uninstall the programs and apps that are not needed - Install additional RAM

You have just been told by your boss that the company needs to reduce its carbon footprint by 10% over the next 2 years. You have one week to put together a plan to present to the full management team. How will you propose the company meet their goal?

- Use outside air to cool the data center or computer facility. - Allow employees to telecommute to save gas and reduce emissions. - Encourage employees to use sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices.

The two categories of system software are _______.

- Utilities - Operating systems

Which of the following is/are classified as input device(s)?

- Webcam - Mouse - Touchpad

When should a user consider restoring the operating system?

- When the programs or apps do not start properly. - When the system slows down.

Cloud storage is ______.

-An Internet service that provides remote data storage - A safe and easy backup option for many consumers - Good for sharing links to large files

If Mark is developing a website to be optimized for mobile devices, what would be the top-level domain?

.mobi

Which of the following top-level domains is generally used by Internet service providers?

.net

What could cause an external drive, like a USB flash drive, to not be recognized when plugged into a computer?

A faulty port

Brendon is browsing a website called "chalknboardforums.com." What is chalknboardforums most likely?

A for-profit organization

Which of the following is NOT likely to be found on a webpage?

A formatting toolbar

You and your best friend have both created online career profiles. Within a week, your friend has had three calls for interviews and another 19 companies have viewed his profile. Your profile has had only two views. You ask your friend to review your profile and he finds a problem with it. Which of the following would be a problem for your online career profile?

A humorous profile name

The teachers in the Mathematics Department want to increase student retention and success rates in all the math courses. They are interested in looking for something that will allow students to check their progress, take practice tests, and message instructors with questions. What would you recommend they consider?

A learning management system

Simone just received a letter from her health care provider telling her she can create an account online that will give her access to all her health records. How would you describe what her provider is encouraging his patients to engage with?

A mobile health app (mHealth)

Jodi is travelling to San Francisco for a conference. She has stored her PowerPoint slides on Microsoft's web app. What could be of concern to her while presenting her slides?

A poor internet connection

Which of these apps would help a visually impaired person with a visual disability the most?

A screen reader app

Google is an example of which type of website?

A search site

Which type of website would allow Evan, an avid traveler, to share photos and videos with his friends?

A social networking website

Where can you find the information about using an image that you obtained in a search result?

A usage rights filter shows information about using an image.

How would you modify technology to assist a user with a visual disability?

A. Add alternative text to pictures and drawings. B. Make screen readers available. D. Provide access to a Braille printer.

Benny is writing a research paper on a specific method of farming. He really admires the methods used by one farmer, who is also a published author, and wants to use his explanations in his research paper. How can Benny ensure he doesn't plagiarize?

Add a formal citation and use the farmer's explanation in his paper.

Which of the following people will benefit the most from using a B2B website?

Akiko, who provides services to other smaller businesses which helps them establish themselves in the market

Which company was the first to develop personal computers?

Apple

Miller logged into his school email account using a browser on his iPhone. Which of the following is MOST LIKELY to have been the browser he used?

Apple Safari

Darren is hoping to get search results that begin with the words "art history." Which of the following search terms will help him?

Art history*

Patricia intends to study the analysis of the results of last five Presidential elections. Which of the following would be authentic sources for the study?

Articles published in a newspaper known to be non-aligned toward any political party

You type out a few sentences in an MS Word file, and save it on your desktop. How is this data stored in the computer?

As a combination of 1s and 0s

Mateo is designing a diagram showing a water cycle that can extensively be used by various textbook publishers, and he wants to recover the costs he incurs designing it. At what stage will his intellectual property rights come into effect, which will necessitate users to pay him royalty?

As soon as the image exists in physical form

You are on vacation and want to see where all the restaurants and trendy shops are in relation to your hotel. You remember there is an app on your phone that will use your location and show you that information. What is the app using?

Augmented reality

How will technology help people with disabilities become more transportation independent?

Automated vehicles will be developed.

In which format is data finally stored in computers?

Binary digits

Which of these is an optical medium of storage?

Blu-ray discs

How are the ways you learn and the ways AI learn similar?

Both use past experiences to predict likely outcomes and responses.

Which of the following refers to a condition in which the CPU performs well but the bus speed is slow?

Bottlenecking

What determines the speed at which data travels?

Bus width

Blackbaud is a company that supplies services and software designed for nonprofit organizations. Which type of e-commerce website will Blackbaud have?

Business-to-business

Angeline is deaf. To adhere with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) how can technology help her compete in a hearing world?

Captioning software can be used to transcribe what is being said.

Which of the following examples would not use technology?

Changing the oil in your car.

A search operator is a _____.

Character, word, or symbol you can enter to narrow a search

Four students came across a photograph of a painting on the Internet that they wish to use in their respective reports. Who has best practiced the ethics of intellectual property rights in using it?

Clarence, who sent an email to the photographer and got his written approval, which he preserved. He mentioned the photographer's name in his report.

In a web app, where is data usually stored?

Cloud storage

Jason takes many photographs on his smartphone while on vacation in Italy.If Jason wants to access these pictures across multiple devices, including his computer, smartphone, and tablet, where should he store them?

Cloud storage

Ronald maintains a website that focuses on travel-related information. He gathers adventure posts from various travel blogs and shares them to his site. What type of a website does Ronald maintain?

Content aggregator site

What are the two important components of CPU that help in processing the input into output?

Control Unit and Arithmetic Logic Unit

Some software lets you choose between standard and _____ installation.

Custom

Jennifer recently bought a new computer to type a new manuscript she's been working on. She also stored a lot of movies on it to watch during her free time. Though the performance was good at the beginning, it deteriorated quickly over a small period of time. Which of these is the most likely cause?

Declining free space on the hard drive

Which of these, though not equally portable, is most powerful and usually easier to upgrade than others?

Desktop computers

If you want to use evidence found on computers, networks, and other devices to help solve crimes, then which of the following careers is a match for you?

Digital forensics

Dominic lists his camera for sale on an online auction site. Chloe is the highest bidder and purchases the camera. How does the auction site earn its revenue through the transaction?

Dominic pays a small fee to the auction site.

In which of the following storage device(s) does memory need to be constantly recharged to retain the contents?

Dynamic RAM (DRAM)

Lionel wants to find images of colonies of Emperor penguins to use for a school project. Which of the following phrases should be used as the search query help him find the results he needs?

Emperor penguin large group

Which of the following does a secure website use to safeguard transmitted information?

Encryption

When using a Windows Internet browser, pressing _____ reloads a page.

F5

Kyle likes to keep in touch with his friends and family using the Internet. He enjoys sharing pictures, music, and ideas. He also enjoys playing games with others online. Which of the following online platforms should he use to do all of this?

Facebook, because apart from being a regular social networking website, it also allows game play

A business transaction carried out with a person after being introduced on a social networking website is an example of e-commerce. (T/F)

False

A joystick is a pen-type input device used to draw and tap on icons. (T/F)

False

A search site is the same thing as a search engine. (T/F)

False

A specialty search engine searches only websites that require a subscription. (T/F)

False

A web app is an app that you access instead of a web browser. (T/F)

False

All new cars are required to have embedded computers, which make driving safer. (T/F)

False

All-in-one computers are easier to service and upgrade but occupy more space than desktop computers. (T/F)

False

B2B e-commerce relies increasingly on in-person sales calls to businesses. (T/F)

False

Binary code uses alphanumeric characters to represent all values. (T/F)

False

Console systems only allow one gamepad to be used at a time. (T/F)

False

E-commerce sites use Transport Layer Security (TLS) to create accounts and manage payment transactions without revealing your financial information. (T/F)

False

Ebooks are not interactive and only work during the semester that the course is offered. (T/F)

False

Embedded software usually runs only during the boot process of a device. (T/F)

False

Google Scholar and Google News are examples of specialty search engines that allow a person to access information sources of a particular category. (T/F)

False

Haven runs an online bridal store called Haven Bridals. Her website is encrypted and uses a digital certificate. The website address for the store is http://www.havenbridals.com. (T/F)

False

If you want to become a digital citizen, you only have to buy a piece of technology. (T/F)

False

In order to support file sharing, your PC must run a network operating system. (T/F)

False

Jorge saw a computer named Watson on the game show Jeopardy and was surprised at how many answers Watson was able to get correct, especially because the math problems involved solving equations. Watson was using augmented reality to solve the problems. (T/F)

False

Most computers can operate normally in extreme temperatures and withstand high humidity and power fluctuations. (T/F)

False

Most people only utilize technology at work. (T/F)

False

Nellie recently sold her old laptop directly to a student from different country using an e-commerce website. The website she used runs on B2B model. (T/F)

False

News360 is a search engine because it gathers, organizes, and then distributes web content. (T/F)

False

Online fraud does not affect your credit score. (T/F)

False

Placing a dash before a term tells Google to search only for that word. (T/F)

False

Random access memory is a permanent storage location. (T/F)

False

Speech recognition refers to a computer's ability to record and edit human speech. (T/F)

False

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that public schools purchase or acquire funding for adaptive technologies. (T/F)

False

The System Restore command in Windows returns deleted or modified documents. (T/F)

False

The first generation of computers used microprocessors. (T/F)

False

The sidebar of a webpage typically contains information about when the site was last updated. (T/F)

False

To buy a DSLR camera online, Willa should first evaluate different models based on specifications, read customer reviews, choose a product, make online payment, and finally add it the cart. (T/F)

False

Using the CARS checklist is one way to evaluate if a webpage's content as an information source. CARS stands for Crisp, Accurate, Responsible, Supportable. (T/F)

False

When accessed, an e-commerce website that sells carpentry tools displays a lock icon somewhere in the window of the browser. The address bar in the Chrome browser would identify this website as "insecure." (T/F)

False

You can avoid electronic waste by replacing devices every time a new version comes out, and recycling devices and products when they no longer provide value. (T/F)

False

Surya's computer monitor display does not seem to work despite repeated attempts to fix the issue. Which of the following is most likely to be causing display problems?

Faulty power or video cable

What is the correct sequence of processing instructions in a machine cycle?

Fetch Decode Execute Store

The root directory is the main list of _______.

Files and folders on the drive

Solid state hard drives are a type of _________ memory.

Flash

What are the divisions of a company often called?

Functional units

Which of the following is a game controller that is held with both hands and used to control movement of on-screen objects by pressing buttons and moving hardware components?

Gamepad

Which of the following is a web app?

Google Docs

Which of the following software applications is considered a collaborative productivity application?

Google Docs

Browser extensions are made using _______.

HTML, CSS, and Javascript

Uber's automated commercial trucks require a human driver to______.

Handle off-highway driving

Which of these hardware components can you use to store videos?

Hard drive

Sanjay, a middle school history teacher, has assigned his class to work in groups to create a presentation on the different legal systems around the world. Each group consists of three people in the class and one person from their pen pal class in India. How would you describe Sanjay's use of technology?

He is using technology to have students work cooperatively in groups and create a presentation.

Tameka is expecting a baby and her partner wants to make sure he can get her to the hospital on the day of delivery using the fastest route possible regardless of time of day. How should he decide which technology to use?

He should choose technology with artificial intelligence that has the ability to predict outcomes and patterns.

Rocco runs a software firm that creates database management systems for other businesses. How can he ensure that his employees' computers remain protected from viruses and other malware?

He should have periodic anti-virus scanning and software upgraded on all computers.

Jack needs a convenient way to browse the Internet, read emails, and store basic data when he travels. Which of the following would be the best option for him?

He should make sure to bring a tablet.

Alex needs to email his graduation certificate to a prospective employer. He has only physical copies of the certificate. What device could he use to perform the task?

He should use a scanner, which would convert an image into an electronic file.

Ryan wants to install a new operating system on his laptop, but first he needs to safely store all his data - over 80 GB - so he doesn't lose any of his files. How should Ryan back up all his data?

He should use an external hard drive to store the data because the amount of data he needs to store is quite large.

Andy has diabetes and he is not good about taking his medications or even checking his insulin levels. His doctor has recently started using mobile health (mHealth). How will Andy's doctor's use of mHealth help Andy get his diabetes under control?

He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin.

Emma tried to explain to her mother that computers are everywhere. Her mother does not believe her, and challenges Emma to find a computer in their home, as she knows she does not own a computer. Which of the following examples do you think Emma would show her mother as example of computer?

Her coffeemaker that she has set to turn on and make coffee every morning at the same time.

Manny copied a table from a MS Excel file, closed the file, and then pasted the table in an MS Word document. Where did the copied table get stored after he copied it?

In the RAM

Victoria wants to add a new tagline to her landscape management website. Where would be the most appropriate location for her to place it on the home page?

In the header

The hard disk drive on Joyce's laptop can store up to 500 GB of data. She usually only saves official documents and a few songs that she listens to while she works. However, when she uses more than three applications at the same time, her laptop responds more slowly. What should she do to optimize her storage?

Increase the RAM on her laptop so that more space for temporary storage of data is available, hence, increasing the performance

What is consumer-to-consumer e-commerce?

Individuals selling to individuals online

Juan is interested in getting a job in the technology field. He is interested in protecting data from threats, and stopping hackers and viruses. Which job would should Juan apply for?

Information security

Rogelio wants to buy appliances for his newly leased apartment. He looks for information on PriceGrabber, a comparison shopping website. Which of the following advantages do sites such as this offer?

Information that will help obtain best value for money spent

Which technology device could be used to view a patient's internal organs?

Ingestible camera

Your school has just been awarded a technology grant. Each grade level team has been asked to submit a proposal for how they would could use the money. Your team puts forward an idea where students can submit work online and work collaboratively with on projects. What type of classroom have you described?

Intelligent classroom

Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?

Internal hard drive

Laptops, all-in-one desktops, and smartphones usually have _____.

Internal microphones

EasyMart (EM) has a physical store and an online shopping site and is coming up with deals on retail products for the week of Christmas. As a marketing consultant at EM, which of the following tactics would you recommend to achieve the highest sales?

Issue digital coupons for discounts on all products

Before going into space, astronauts spend many hours training on flight simulators allowing them to learn how to fly without life and death consequences. How would you describe the technology the flight simulator is using?

It is using virtual reality.

How would you describe an intelligent workplace?

It uses technology to enable workers to connect and communicate.

The local community college want to increase its online offerings. To do so, the college will most likely need to purchase a(n) ______.

Learning management system (LMS)

A sponsored link is defined as a _____.

Link from an advertiser to a product or service related to the search

Steve has built an online shopping website and he would like to increase his website ranking in the search results. You are his consultant. Which of the following would you recommend for him to help achieve his goal?

Link his website to other popular websites

Which of the following would be considered a professional networking website?

LinkedIn

How is a microprocessor different from an integrated circuit?

Microprocessors are faster, smaller and less expensive than integrated circuits.

A fitness tracker is an example of a(n) ______ device.

Mixed

What are "hits" that search engines list on the first page?

Most relevant results

An application programmed to run on a specific platform is called a ____.

Native app

The short-range two-way communication technology behind contactless payments is called ____.

Near Field Communication (NFC)

A computer typically connects to a router via a _______.

Network interface card

Should you gather information from a website where no author information is available?

No

Amanda is used to buying clothes from physical stores. Her friend, Stuart, prefers online shopping and wants to persuade her to shop online as well. Which of the following arguments can Stuart make to convince Amanda without painting a false picture?

One can shop online even if the weather is bad or if a specific store is closed.

_______ recognition converts scanned documents into editable text.

Optical character

__________ services act as a middleman, allowing individuals to securely send and receive money.

P2P

Benchmarking is an evaluation of _____.

Performance

Cookies that remain on your device indefinitely are called ______.

Persistent

At the beginning of the school year, each classroom was given one box of copy paper to make all their copies for the year. How do you think the teachers will be able to make that one box last all year long?

Place as many documents as possible online, reducing the need for paper printouts.

_____ can occur when recording words containing the letters "p" and "b".

Plosives

What printer is commonly used to produce high-quality professional drawings such as architectural blueprints?

Plotter

What devices do not need device drivers to be manually installed, and start to function as soon as they are connected to a computer?

Plug-and-play devices

Which of these is not an input device?

Printer Examples of input devices: - Stylus - Scanner - Webcam

Robotics is the development and study of _____.

Programmable machines

Francis has designed a picture book appropriate for third graders. He wants teachers across the world to freely download, use, and distribute his work, but he would still like to retain his copyright on the content. On which of the following platforms should he upload the book?

Project Gutenberg

Which is the most suitable device to use in a classroom or a conference room to deliver presentations?

Projector

Which of the following is an example of B2C e-commerce?

Purchasing items online with a store credit card

Which one of the following would be considered green computing?

Purchasing products with an Energy Star Label

Sharon wants to find out the server address of the URL of a webpage that she was routed to while using her school website http://www.blissfieldschools.us/students/technologyresources/ What should she do?

Read the name of the website of her school in the URL

RAID stands for _________.

Redundant Array of Independent Disks

What types of activities might a company use robots to complete to improve efficiency?

Repetitive tasks

If the image seems stretched, your computer's display may not be set to the default _____.

Resolution

Which of these sites provides coupon codes and offer alerts for discounts?

RetailMeNot

Which of the following is the science that combines technology and engineering?

Robotics

What is the correct way to update a device driver?

Run the update within the OS or the latest software from the device manufacturer's website.

What technology is being used when you are sent an email saying you can track your package?

Scan code

Joe wants to use an engaging image as a hook in his presentation, but he's afraid of violating any copyright laws. What should he do?

Search for an image on Creative Commons

Harry wants to buy a secondhand red skateboard online. Which of the following should he use as search keywords so the results include exactly what he wants?

Secondhand "red skateboard"

Your Uber driver just showed up to pick you up and when you open the car door, you notice that the human is in the passenger seat and no one is sitting in the driver's seat. You realize this is a self-driving car. You are pretty excited to experience this new technology, but also have reservations. Based on what you have researched, which of the following might be one of your reservations?

Self-driving cars contribute to accidents caused by distracted driving.

A friend of Muna's suggested a website that she can use to download music. How should she check if the website is secure?

She should check whether the URL of the website starts with "http" or "https."

Gertie wants to buy a smartwatch by making an electronic payment. She is not willing to divulge her financial information, and her only bank account is not linked to any online payment service. Which of the following most aligns to what Gertie feels comfortable doing?

She should use a virtual account number to make the payment.

Cathy wants to buy a new watch online. Though she's heard of instances of online fraud, she is tempted to make the purchase because the watch she wants is not available in the stores in her town. Which of the following increases her chance of the payment NOT being secure?

Shopping on a website that requires her to share her One Time Password with a caller

A(n) ________ links an electric meter to a local utility.

Smart grid

You should unplug your computer if you _____.

Smell burning or see smoke rising from it

Which of the following is NOT an e-commerce transaction?

Sophia hires a neighborhood plumber to fix a leaking faucet and pays him after the repairs are complete.

What performance specification does 2 GHz refer to?

Speed at which the processor executes instructions

Sofie has strong people skills, listens well, and communicates effectively. Which technology career may be a good fit for her?

Technology sales

Joaquim wants to create a strong professional online presence so employers will be interested in him and seek him out. What would be your best advice for him?

Tell him to upload PDF of his resume so no one can make changes to it and be sure to include links to the article he wrote.

Daniella mailed a package to her brother three days ago. She wants to see if it has arrived yet. What technology will enable her to track her package?

The code on the package that is scanned at each leg of the journey.

In the 1980s movie, Wargames, the computer was taught to play chess, checkers, tic tac toe, and other strategy games. How would you describe the developers' goal in teaching the computer these games?

The developers were using artificial intelligence.

Which of the following is NOT true about mobile health?

The need for visits to the doctor's office is increased.

Which of the statements about B2B e-commerce is correct?

The transactions involve review by a team of people before making a purchase decision.

Cloud storage refers to the storage of data on ______.

The web app's server

Susan is reading through a collection of webpages that contains information about a software firm. The firm manages the information on these webpages. What is Susan most likely browsing?

The website of the software firm

Why is it advisable to look beyond search engines like Google and Bing while conducting online research for assignments and projects?

There are search engines available with more reliable research.

The current Copyright Law states that, in general, works published after 1977 will fall into public domain 70 years after the death of the author. Which of the following will be true for those who want to use a whole or portions of a novel published in 1978, with a copyright notice 70 years after the author dies?

They are free to do so without seeking permission or paying royalty.

The fifth grade class at the local elementary school is doing a class project on recycling and wants to involve the entire community. How could they inform community members about their project using social networking?

They could create a hashtag and post on social media.

How do advertisers use data to know which products would most likely appeal to you?

They track your Facebook and Instagram posts and "likes."

How are delivery drivers able to meet the delivery timelines selected by customers when purchasing products?

They use a GPS to avoid traffic delays.

How do you think Amazon, Target, and other online retailers are able to process orders so quickly?

They use computer-aided manufacturing.

Modern processors often have ____ levels of cache.

Three

To resolve major computer issues, computer professionals often suggest restoring the operating system. Which of the following should happen before this step?

Transfer contents to an external storage device.

A CPU converts the data entered through the keyboard into output displayed on the monitor. (T/F)

True

A device driver is a program that controls a device attached to the computer. (T/F)

True

A specific touch motion you use to issue commands is called a gesture. (T/F)

True

A stylus is an input device. (T/F)

True

An intelligent workplace uses technology to allow workers to be productive whether they are in the office or working from home. (T/F)

True

An intelligent workplace uses technology to enable workers to connect to the company's network, communicate with each other, use productivity software and apps, and meet via web conferencing. (T/F)

True

Claire wants to use a quote by a famous author in an article she is writing about the declining population of Great White sharks. She will not be infringing the copyright of the author if she makes a citation in the article. (T/F)

True

Digital coupon tools are available as browser extensions. (T/F)

True

External hardware can be connected without wires or cables. (T/F)

True

In Windows, you can change settings so the screen flashes when a sound alert occurs. (T/F)

True

Information literacy can help us recognize the fact that information on the web cannot be taken for face value and must be evaluated critically. (T/F)

True

Information literacy helps us to identify the tool most suited to elicit the kind of information we need. (T/F)

True

Ink-jet printers use pressurized nozzles to spray ink onto paper. (T/F)

True

It is advised to fully charge the battery of a laptop before using it for the first time. (T/F)

True

Many productivity web apps support real-time collaboration. (T/F)

True

Peripheral devices, like a USB flash drive, are generally connected to your computer through ports. (T/F)

True

Solid state drives are more durable than hard disk drives. (T/F)

True

Some assistive devices allow users to input data via Morse code. (T/F)

True

Steffi needs to find the domain name of the webpage she is currently viewing. To do this, she needs to look at the address bar of the browser. (T/F)

True

Storage device problems can prevent a computer from starting up properly. (T/F)

True

The connector on a USB flash drive allows transmission of both data and power. (T/F)

True

Tier 1 networks provide the main travel routes for Internet data. (T/F)

True

Virtual reality simulates a three-dimensional environment with which users can explore and interact. (T/F)

True

We can use Unicode coding scheme to support a larger variety of characters including Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic. (T/F)

True

Web spiders or crawlers search the Internet for new and updated webpages. (T/F)

True

When using a GPS app, like Waze or Google Maps, you are using augmented reality. (T/F)

True

Wikipedia is a collaborative website where a team of people can publish or modify content on a webpage. (T/F)

True

Wolfram Alpha is an example of a search tool that can help you solve factual questions to help complete your homework. (T/F)

True

You can easily rearrange clips by dragging them. (T/F)

True

You can use some social search tools to search multiple sites at once. (T/F)

True

Your smartphone can be used to connect to your television or cable service and record a show even if you are not home because both devices are smart devices. (T/F)

True

What is the first step to performing hardware maintenance?

Turn off the computer and remove its power source.

Natural language processing is AI that ______.

Understands human languages

Alicia often uses short, engaging videos to engage her fifth-grade science students. She finds RhythmOne a lot more intuitive than Google in offering the most relevant videos when she performs a search. Which of the following most likely explains why?

Unlike Google, RhythmOne uses speech recognition to match the audio part with the search keyword.

Bentley is the head of a Software Development team and needs to organize his team's workflow. How can he use web apps to efficiently manage his team's projects, schedules, and processes?

Use Trello to plan and monitor activities, and maintain dashboards

Dave and Pietro are both active in the National Guard and half way through the semester received their orders to report to duty. How could their professor use technology to allow them to complete the course?

Use a learning management system (LMS) to put lectures and tests online.

Akira has trouble reading what is on the computer screen and sometimes seeing pictures on websites. As her friend, you explain there are technologies available to help her. Describe what technology she might use.

Use a screen reader to read aloud webpages and documents.

Alessandro wants to use his desktop computer to video chat with his mother.What hardware does he need to accomplish this?

Use his webcam and speakers so that he and his mother can both see and hear each other.

Gregory is researching the use of certain drugs for treating anemia in women living in a developing country. Which of the following approaches can he use for his research?

Use the web directories created by health research institutions

Which of the following is a necessary step in maintaining computer hardware?

Using a UPS or a surge processor

What should you avoid doing when creating your online profile for potential employers?

Using humor or informal names.

Which option lists the computer components in order from oldest to newest?

Vacuum tubes Transistors Integrated circuits Microprocessors Personal computers

Software that converts text into speech is called a ______.

Voice synthesizer

What device do e-learning applications usually use to help users with visual impairment read digital content?

Voice synthesizer

The ____ develops and disseminates protocols to maintain global web compatibility.

W3C

Andy is a freelance reporter and is reviewing an article he wrote for a magazine. He wants to quickly crosscheck some facts he stated in his article. Which of the following can help Andy?

Wolfram Alpha

Amelie lists her dishwasher for sale on eBay. Ryan, who lives in another city, bids for the best price and uses his credit card to pay for the dishwasher. Is this transaction an example of e-commerce?

Yes; it is a business transaction on a consumer-to-consumer website.

Which type of a computer can be assembled using a monitor, a keyboard, a CPU, speakers, a printer and a mouse?

desktop computer

Jane volunteers at an orphanage called "We Are One" and is developing a website to seek financial assistance. Which server address should she use?

www.weareone.org