ITE 152 Exam 1 Study Guide

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

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

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

A faulty port

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)

Simone frequently downloads mobile apps from the Amazon App Store. What operating system does she have on her smartphone?

Android

For an interview, Sean needs to familiarize himself with database software but cannot afford to purchase any software. Which of these app suites should he download? Apache OpenOffice Apple iWork G suite Microsoft Office

Apache OpenOffice -- G suite and Apple iWork do not have database apps in their suite. Microsoft Office includes Access for databases but you need to pay to use it. Apache OpenOffice is the only productivity suite that is completely free and includes a database software.

Which company was the first to develop a computer meant for personal use?

Apple

How are the ways AI learns similar to how you learn?

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

Raina is putting finishing touches on her Ph.D. thesis report. She feels she should emphasize the keywords throughout the thesis. How can she do this in the word processor she is using?

Change font size, style, and color of the keywords.

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

Clock speed

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

When Florence joins her father's construction business, she realizes all the transactions are still done and maintained on paper. What should she do to establish a system where any data can be looked up immediately and transparency can be maintained?

Create a database of company projects, customers and vendors. -- Database enables its users to organize data for easy access, retrieval, and updating. It also allows small businesses to process orders, track inventory, maintain customer lists, and manage employee data.

Remus is an art student who wants to start creating digital artwork on his computer. He wants to be able to create images that retain their quality in all sizes. Which type of app should he use?

Drawing app

Patricia has started a new interior design business, and wants to store designs in the cloud so her clients can review them. Which of the following apps should she use for cloud storage?

Drop box

A joystick is a pen-type input device used to draw and tap icons.

False

If you want to become a digital citizen, you only have to buy a piece of technology.

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.

False

Most computers can operate normally in extreme temperatures and withstand high humidity and power fluctuations.

False

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

False

The first generation of computers used microprocessors.

False

You can avoid electronic waste by replacing devices every time a new version comes out.

False

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

Fetch -> decode -> execute -> store

Paul has opened a bespoke tailoring shop. He wants to work online to keep a database of all his customers, send e-mails when garments are ready, create designs, and maintain financial records using software. Which productivity suite should he consider? OpenOffice G suite Prezi Apple iWork

G suite -- OpenOffice has productivity apps for processing documents, databases, math, spreadsheet, and presentation. G suite has designing app SketchUp and email app Gmail.

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 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.

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.

Sophia is putting together a training manual for her new batch of employees. Which of the following features can she use to add a document title at the top of each page?

Header and Footer

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

What is the recommended solution if a computer performs slowly?

Install additional RAM.

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.

LensForAll is a company that sells affordable contact lenses on its website. The CEO of the company realizes that an app must be developed that would allow customers to virtually try on colored lenses to find out what best suits them. Which of these features should the app have?

It should have responsive design so that it is easy to use on mobile devices.

How would you describe an intelligent workplace?

It uses technology to enable workers to connect and communicate.

Aaron has started a food blog on which he wants to post his recipes. He wants to place a high-quality image next to each cooking step. Which file format should he use so that users do not experience a lag when loading the high-quality images on the website?

JPEG

Jamie plans to sell his pottery designs through his website. If he also wants to launch a mobile app to reach more people, which type of app should he launch?

M-commerce app -- m-commerce apps allow its users to make purchases using through mobiles.

Andrew's company uses a special email program for communicating within the organization. What should the company do to ensure that its employees are able to access the inbox even when they are away from office?

Make the program available as a web app.

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.

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? Webcam Printer Scanner Stylus

Printer

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

Processor core - some applications, especially games, have greater processor requirements

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

Robotics

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.

Rohan is creating a presentation with at least 50 slides. He wants the slides to use a consistent layout and formatting. Which of the following parts of the presentation should he design first?

Slide master

What performance specification does 2 GHz refer to?

Speed at which the processor executes instructions

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.

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.

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 delivery companies track packages?

They use code-scanning technology.

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.

True

A device driver is a program that controls a device attached to the computer.

True

Each slide in a presentation has a layout that includes placeholders for certain types of content.

True

It is advised to fully charge the battery of a laptop before using it for the first time.

True

Peripheral devices, like a USB flash drive, are generally connected to your computer through ports.

True

Local applications can be accessed only on the computers on which they are installed.

True -- Local applications are installed on hard drives and they cannot be accessed on other computers.

What is the first step to performing hardware maintenance?

Turn off the computer and remove its power source.

What is the most common type of storage device for transferring files from one computer to another?

USB flash drive

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

Use a tablet

Rob is planning his housewarming party. He wants to design an invitation and personalize it for each invitee. He needs to create a list of invitees, design the card, and personalize the card. How should he complete the tasks?

Use a word processor for step 1, graphics software for step 2, and a mail merge for step 3.

Lauren is preparing a presentation for her class. She wants to make the slides and their objects appear and disappear to make it more interesting. What should she do?

Use animations

Shania has started a new job as an app developer. Her first task was to make an old app designed for Android available on other platforms. Which of the following would make her job easiest and fastest?

Use cross-platform tools to write code that will translate the existing Android app code into different native formats.

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.

Your company must reduce its electronic waste by 10 percent in the next year. What can the company do to meet this goals?

Use sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices.

Sammy created a new logo for his client to use on the company website and office stationery. However, the logo became a blur when it was enlarged to use on a billboard ad. Now Sammy needs to redo the logo. What should he do to avoid this problem in the future?

Use vector images because they retain their clarity even when enlarged or shrunk.

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

Using humor or informal names.

Logan is considering web app development as a career option. Which of the following languages does he not need to master? CSS JavaScript Visual Basic HTML5

Virtual Basic

_____ is the use of computers to simulate a real or imagined environment that appears as a three-dimensional space.

Virtual reality (VR)

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

Voice synthesizer

An organization has its employees working from home. Which type of software most likely includes collaboration features to help the employees work together online?

Web apps

Debra tracks her business finances in a spreadsheet. She wants to figure out how much she could increase profits if she raises prices on some products. What feature should she use to find the answer?

What-if analysis

Rafael has to type a report about a class trip to the museum. Which of the following apps should he use to write the report?

Word processor

Lauren wants to write short articles and post them online. If she has an Internet connection, what software can help her do her work?

Zoho writer

What is the binary system?

a number system with two digits, 0 and 1

________ text is descriptive text added to an object. a. Alternative b. Assistive c. Associative d. Accessible

a. Alternative

A digital citizen uses technology to be productive and efficient. a. True b. False

a. True

A kiosk is a freestanding booth usually placed in a public area that can contain a display device used to show information to the public or event attendees. a. True b. False

a. True

A microprocessor is the "brains" of a computer. a. True b. False

a. True

The ENERGY STAR program encourages manufacturers to reduce the amount of electricity used by computers and related devices. a. True b. False

a. True

________ are smart devices that respond to a user's verbal commands by using search technology to provide an answer to a question or perform a task. a. Green computers b. Digital assistants c. ATMs d. Integrated circuits

b. Digital assistants

Computers with AI use human intelligence to make decisions. a. True b. False

b. False

Embedded computers are standalone products that have many functions. a. True b. False

b. False

The basic premise of ________ is that objects can be tagged, tracked, and monitored through a local network, or across the Internet. a. artificial intelligence b. the Internet of Things c. intelligent workspaces d. the digital divide

b. the Internet of Things

You work for a company that is losing sales because it takes days to manufacture products. What technology can you suggest the company use to speed production?

computer-aided manufacturing

Check My Work BYOD stands for Bring Your Own ________. a. Daily planner b. Data c. Database d. Device

d. Device

Big data is processed using relational databases.

false -- Big data is a large collection of data, usually unstructured, which cannot be processed using relational database model.

Samantha plans to self-publish her book on her website. Which of the following apps should she use to design the cover?

graphics app

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

in RAM

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

learning management system (LMS)

Martha has been appointed as the Data Security Manager of her organization. The company wants her to develop a customized app to remove viruses from the infected systems without connecting to the network. What type of app should she focus on developing?

portable app

Which type of memory is permanently installed on your computer and attached to the motherboard?

processor cache

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 create an electronic copy of the certificate?

scanner

Which of the following technologies assists users that have a visual disability?

screen readers

A smart refrigerator can use _____ to detect when you are running low on milk, and then send a reminder to you on a wireless network.

sensors

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

solid state drive

A _____ is a named collection of formats you apply to text in a word processing document.

style

Why do companies use online collaborative productivity software?

to allow employees to share, edit, and comment on documents

Abe is creating a presentation and wants to grab the audience's attention with a visual effect when he moves from one slide to another. What should he add to the presentation?

transitions

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

vacuum tubes, transistors, integrated circuits, microprocessors, personal computers

Margot and Tomas have heard how beautiful the Swiss Alps are, but they are afraid to fly. What technology could they use to see and experience the Alps without flying there?

virtual reality (VR)