Module 1-6

What search operator would you use with the word "Android" to find Android phone, Android smartphone, and Android cell phone?

(asterisk)

Google is an example of which type of website?

A search site

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.

Which of these is an optical medium of storage?

Blu-ray discs

___ is a nonprofit organization that helps content creators keep copyright to their materials while allowing others to use, copy, or distribute their work.

Creative Commons

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.

Which of the following types of RAM needs to be constantly recharged to retain the contents?

Dynamic RAM (DRAM)

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

False

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

Fetch decode execute store

Brendon wants to volunteer at the Red Cross, a nonprofit agency. He enters redcross.com in his browser, but cannot find the right website. What mistake is he making?

He should enter redcross.org because Red Cross is a nonprofit organization.

Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?

Internal hard drive

Which cache levels are usually built onto the processor chip?

L1, L2

A(n) _____ is an electronic document that can contain text, graphics, sound, video, and links.

Most relevant results

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

Most relevant results

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

What performance specification does 2 GHz refer to?

Speed at which the processor executes instructions

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?

The photo is free of copyrights.

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.

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

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.

What is the first step to performing hardware maintenance?

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

Advanced Search forms make it easier for you to _____. Select all that apply.

WRONG (find webpages written in a specific languagesearch your computer)

What is the binary system?

a number system with two digits, 0 and 1

Web crawlers are _____.

automated apps that search web pages for data

A(n) _________ stores your account information so you can make payments from your smartphone.

digital wallet

For storage, laptops use _____.

either a hard disk drive or a solid-state drive

All-in-one computers are easier to service and upgrade but occupy more space than desktop computers.

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.

false

The sidebar of a webpage typically contains information about when the site was last updated.

false

RAM is measured in _______.

gigabytes

Being a victim of online fraud can affect your ability to _______. Select all that apply.

look responsible to an employerrent an apartmentapply for a mortgage

Which of the following is NOT a cloud service provider?

macOS

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

mobi

Which of the following would be considered a professional networking website? (530285) Correct A:LinkedIn 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? (530306) Correct D:Digital forensics The first generation of computers used microprocessors. (515864) Correct False Which technology device could be used to view a patient's internal organs? (515852) Correct B:Ingestible camera Which of the following is an example of an embedded computer? (530286) Correct A:adaptive cruise control system _____ is the use of computers to simulate a real or imagined environment that appears as a three-dimensional space. (530293) Correct A:Virtual reality (VR) Which of the following is an example of green computing? (530303) Correct A:Purchase and use products with an ENERGY STAR label. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that public schools purchase or acquire funding for adaptive technologies. (530301) Correct False 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? (515872) Correct D:Information security 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. (530295) Correct B:sensors Which of the following technologies assists users that have a visual disability? (530299) Correct A:screen readers An intelligent workplace uses technology to allow workers to be productive whether they are in the office or working from home. (515873) Correct True In a large business, the _____ Department makes sure that all the computer operations, mobile devices, and networks run smoothly. (530283) Correct B:Information Technology What types of activities are ideal for a robot to perform? (530281) Correct D:Repetitive tasks Which company was the first to develop a computer meant for personal use? (530276) Correct C:Apple _____ is the gap between those who have access to technology and its resources and information, especially on the Internet, and those who do not. (530290) Correct A:The digital divide What should you avoid doing when creating your online profile for potential employers? (515861) Correct C:Using humor or informal names. _____ is an environment where processors are embedded in objects that communicate with one another via the Internet or wireless networks. (530287) Correct A:The Internet of Things You can avoid electronic waste by replacing devices every time a new version comes out. (530302) Correct False 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? (515821) Correct A:Her coffeemaker that she has set to turn on and make coffee every morning at the same time. A smart thermostat can accomplish which of the following? Select all that apply. (513746) Correct receive instructions from a smartphone appunlock your front door An art museum wants to get some virtual reality (VR) exhibits created for students to allow them a richer experience. The museum has requested a software firm that specializes in creating VR tools produce a sample VR tool. What should the software firm design for the VR sample? (515779) Correct A:A 360-degree video walk through the virtual studio of a famous artist that is supplemented by a narration about each piece of art that the user chooses to focus upon. Recruiters can contact you about your resume on job search sites such as Monster and Indeed. (513882) Correct Yes Business-to-business marketplaces aggregate multiple ______. (513683) Correct B:product lines People use ______ robots to communicate and interact with others via remote control. (513937) Correct B:telepresence

module 1

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? (530413) Correct C:Slide master Big data is processed using relational databases. (516217) Correct False How can you check data on devices connected through an IoT network? (530422) Correct C:Use a tablet 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? (530416) Correct A:Use vector images because they retain their clarity even when enlarged or shrunk. 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? (530424) Correct B:JPEG An organization has its employees working from home. Which type of software most likely includes collaboration features to help the employees work together online? (530420) Correct B:Web apps 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? (530412) Correct C:Word processor 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? (530419) Correct C:Drop box Jim wants to develop an app for a specific purpose that would run even when his computer is not connected to the Internet. What type of app should he develop? (516192) Correct B:Native app Pierre has entered marks obtained by the students in all the classes he teaches in a spreadsheet. Now he wants to highlight some data according to his specifications. Which spreadsheet feature should he use? (516211) Correct C:Conditional formatting Each slide in a presentation has a layout that includes placeholders for certain types of content. (530423) Correct True 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? (516207) Correct D:Header and Footer Simone frequently downloads mobile apps from the Amazon App Store. What operating system does she have on her smartphone? (530411) Correct B:Android A _____ is a named collection of formats you apply to text in a word processing document. (530414) Correct B:style Anusha wants to use her computer, rather than handwriting the information on her notepad, to analyze her monthly expenses to make the job easier. Which of the following apps should she use? (516201) Correct D:A spreadsheet app to keep a record of her expenses, sort data, and make calculations Local applications can be accessed only on the computers on which they are installed. (516189) Correct True Fiona is responsible for presenting data at the monthly team meeting so that it can be understood at a glance and is visually appealing way. The data is available in spreadsheet. Which of the following can Fiona do? (516212) Correct A:Create trendlines 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? (530427) Correct A:Use a word processor for step 1, graphics software for step 2, and a mail merge for step 3. Sound cards convert audio files into listenable sound using a(n) ______ converter. (513812) Correct B:digital-to-analog A MOOC is a(n) _____. (513999) Correct B:online class that's open to thousands of students from anywhere To participate in a video conference from a home office, an attendee will need _____. (513787) Correct C:a laptop with a camera and microphone All app stores are cross-platform, meaning they offer apps for more than one operating system. (513421) Correct No What is the first step in designing an effective presentation? (514044) Correct B:Consider your audience.

module 5

Emma downloaded a new game from an unfamiliar website. A few days later, Emma realized her system had been hacked and her credit card numbers were stolen. Without Emma knowing, what type of malware might she have downloaded to her computer? (516073) Correct B:A Trojan What is a digital certificate? (516086) Correct B:Technology used to verify a user's identity What is it called when an attacker convinces you to enter personal information at an imposter website after receiving an email from a person masquerading as an employee from your bank? (516089) Correct C:phishing After Penny broke up with her boyfriend, he texted some teammates from the track team about some private and intimate moments he and Penny had shared while they were dating. He even lied about their breakup, creating rumors about her behavior. Penny started getting inappropriate looks and advances from the team whenever she was at practice and felt completely humiliated. Penny is a victim of ________. (516072) Correct B:cyberbullying Why is it not safe to connect to public Wi-Fi networks? (530434) Correct A:Because these networks are rarely protected What type of security requires something you know and something you have that no one else has? (530437) Correct B:two factor authentication Creating a(n) _____ means copying files from a computer's hard drive and storing them in a remote location. (530433) Correct D:data backup What would a password manager allow you to do? (516101) Correct B:Create and store multiple strong passwords. _____ ensures that the person requesting access to a computer is not an imposter. (530440) Correct B:Authentication Which term refers to the science that specifies the design and arrangement of items you use so you interact with the items efficiently and safely? (516070) Correct B:Ergonomics How can you protect a computer from electrical spikes and surges? (516076) Correct A:Use a surge protector. Which of the following types of websites typically provides the least security? (530444) Correct C:social media sites Which of the following is a characteristic of a strong password? (516081) Correct C:letters, numbers, and symbols With more and more people using technology, what physical health diagnosis is on the rise? (516097) Correct C:repetitive strain injury How does encryption work? (516084) Correct A:It scrambles the information until the key is used to unscramble it. Your Facebook profile is private so there is no need to worry about your boss ever seeing your posts such as your Spring Break pictures. (516092) Correct False Which of the following is the strongest password? (530439) Correct D:H@veAGr3atDaY! How does discarding computers in a landfill affect the environment? (530430) Correct B:Lead and mercury in computer parts are seeping into the ground and water supply. How can you protect personal information gathered by legitimate organizations? (530431) Correct D:Create a separate email account for receiving information from websites. Isabel received a message on her computer that appeared to be from the FBI. It informed her that her computer has been locked and she would need to pay a fee to retrieve her data. How would you describe what is happening? (516074) Correct C:It is most likely ransomware because it is telling her she has to verify payment information to unlock her computer. The goals of email spoofing include luring the user into _______. Select all that apply. (513447) Correct logging into a legitimate banking sitedownloading malware Using a lock screen limits unauthorized access to a device. (513497) Correct Yes Biometric input devices include _____. Select all that apply. (513925) Correct computer monitors As a best practice, always navigate to sensitive accounts through links in email messages you receive. (513473) Correct No Zelda has been a victim of cybersecurity attacks twice, losing considerable sums of money each time. How can she ensure that she does not become a victim to it again? Select all that apply. (515799) Correct She should try and carry her own WiFi, or create a hotspot using her phone, and avoid unprotected public WiFi networks.She should absolutely not share passwords or account info with anyone.She should configure all her gadgets to download and install security updates automatically.

module 6

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

net

When considering a computer to purchase, which of the following factors involves the operating system of the computer?

platform

A peripheral device communicates with your computer through a(n) ____.

port

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

read-only memory (ROM)

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

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

solid state drive

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

Cloud storage refers to the storage of data on ______.

the web app's server

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

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

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.

true

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

true

Online classified ads are an example of C2C e-commerce.

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.

true

Which of the following is assigned to each webpage to identify its location on the Internet?

uniform resource locator (URL)

To quickly compare two terms in a search, include ___ between the terms.

vs

Which of the following is classified as input device?

webcam

A(n) _____ is an electronic document that can contain text, graphics, sound, video, and links.

webpage