CIS 101 Quiz 1 Study Guide

C. Portable Document Format

According to the content in the practice file, what does "PDF" stand for? A. Personal Document File B. Personal Document Folder C. Portable Document Format D. Portable Document File

A. It is a source you can use to get background information on a topic.

How can Wikipedia be helpful to you when you're searching for information online? A. It is a source you can use to get background information on a topic. B. It is a source you can use only for specific types of college papers. C. It is not a credible source and should not be used for any reason whatsoever. D. It is a credible source to use for any of your information-gathering needs.

C. by looking for the magnifying glass icon

How can you usually find a website's search box? A. by reading user reviews B. by reviewing the website's privacy notice C. by looking for the magnifying glass icon D. by looking for the website's contact info

B. by helping to gather results relevant to your topic from electronic databases

How do keywords function in a search engine? A. by finding the information you need for whatever project you're working on B. by helping to gather results relevant to your topic from electronic databases C. by identifying the most credible results on the internet D. by collecting results from the most recent publications

C. by collecting results that may use a different word to discuss the same topic

How do synonyms help when searching the internet? A. by limiting your search to only credible organizations and news sources B. by widening your search to examine more types of results such as images and blogs C. by collecting results that may use a different word to discuss the same topic D. by eliminating all words other than the specific terms you've selected

A. by clicking on the star next to the URL in the address bar

How do you add a favorite in Microsoft Edge? A. by clicking on the star next to the URL in the address bar B. by creating and opening a favorites folder when you have the website open C. by highlighting the URL of the website D. by clicking the favorites button on the webpage

B. It clarifies her problem and reveals a better way to address it.

How does problem framing help Soraya in this scenario? A. It provides her with resources and instructions for solving the problem. B. It clarifies her problem and reveals a better way to address it. C. It helps her reflect on her solution after she puts it into action. D. It gives her several possible solutions to the problem.

A. by considering the audience, or recipient, of the email

How will you know whether you should write formally or informally in an email? A. by considering the audience, or recipient, of the email B. by identifying what time of day the email will be sent C. by considering whether you've emailed about this topic before D. by identifying the email address of the recipient

C. Desktops tend to cost less than laptop computers, while offering as much (or more) memory and power.

What is one advantage of having a desktop rather than a laptop computer? A. Desktops come with built-in apps, so you don't have to purchase a lot of expensive software. B. Desktops are easier to set up, so you can begin using them as soon as they're out of the box. C. Desktops tend to cost less than laptop computers, while offering as much (or more) memory and power. D. Desktops are relatively compact, allowing you to move them from place to place with ease.

D. Ctrl + V

To paste a passage of text that you copied, which keyboard shortcut should you use? A. Ctrl + X B. Ctrl + C C. Ctrl + P D. Ctrl + V

C. small text files used by many websites for different reasons

What are cookies? A. snapshot images taken of a user's activities on certain websites B. large databases of information found in locations on the internet C. small text files used by many websites for different reasons D. records of the interactions between two people online

B. an explanation of how your information may be shared with others

What critical information should you be able to find in a website's privacy policy? A. instructions on how to contact the founder of the company that runs the website B. an explanation of how your information may be shared with others C. a description of the personal information you are required to enter to sign up D. information about how the content of the website was written or otherwise created

A. to open more than one website within the same window

What do tabs allow you to do with your web browser? A. to open more than one website within the same window B. to save and share webpages with other users C. to access the World Wide Web D. to locate the specific address of a webpage

C. a website's type or purpose

What information does a top-level domain tell you? A. a computer's unique address B. the number of times you've visited a website C. a website's type or purpose D. the unique name of a website

A. the computer language used to create webpages

What is HTML? A. the computer language used to create webpages B. the computer code needed to access the web C. the computer language used to code browsers D. the platform for the internet

D. a software program made specially for mobile devices

What is a mobile app? A. a how-to guide for using your mobile device B. a software program made specially for desktop computers C. a unique symbol on your phone's home screen D. a software program made specially for mobile devices

C. enter the recipient's email address in the To: field

Which of the following tasks should you do LAST, right before you send an email? A. determine whether to use a formal or informal tone B. decide whether to use the Reply or Reply All button C. enter the recipient's email address in the To: field D. create a clear and concise subject line

B. Identify your goal.

Which of these actions should come FIRST when you're using the digital proficiency process? A. Navigate to plan for your needs. B. Identify your goal. C. Select the right tool. D. Reflect on your experience.

Tabs

a feature that allows users to view more than one document (usually a webpage) within a single window

Applications

a program or piece of software designed to perform a specific function

Web Browser

a software application that allows users to access the World Wide Web

Digital Proficiency Process (DPP)

a system you can use to increase your proficiency in finding and using the best digital tools to meet your goals

Problem Framing

a way of understanding problems so that you can identity the right tools to address them

Tech Mindset

be able to see tech problems as welcome opportunities for learning how to navigate the digital world with confidence

Problem Framing Steps

1. define the problem 2. state the problem in a new way 3. break it down 4. check the facts

D. André is trying to do too much.

André keeps himself busy. He drops his kids off at school every day, goes to work, volunteers with three different organizations, and plays in a recreational basketball league. He says his main problem is that he's always running late.Which of the following statements BEST gets at the root cause of André's problem? A. André should stop playing basketball. B. André needs to volunteer more. C. André is never on time. D. André is trying to do too much.

C. typing it using her laptop

Ashlee uses her phone to complete most of her reading assignments and quizzes for school. Now she has to write a four-page paper for one of her classes. What would be her BEST option for completing this paper? A. writing it out by hand B. typing it using her tablet screen C. typing it using her laptop D. using her mobile device to type it

C. Ctrl + X

If you want to move a section of text from one place to another in your document, which keyboard shortcut is the BEST option? A. Ctrl + S B. Ctrl + C C. Ctrl + X D. Ctrl + Z

A. .gov

In the following example, what is the top-level domain? https://www.senate.gov A. .gov B. https:// C. senate.gov D. www

B. Make sure each website has its own password made up of both numbers and letters that are hard to guess.

Liam's mother has asked him how she can make her passwords secure. Which of the following responses would give her the BEST advice? A. Try to use the same passwords whenever possible, and write them down on a piece of paper. B. Make sure each website has its own password made up of both numbers and letters that are hard to guess. C. Make sure you choose passwords that are easy to remember, like your last name or your kids' names. D. Don't trust any of the password services that create and remember passwords for you.

D. "Microsoft Word is a complicated tool, so I'm going to have to set aside extra time to make sure I learn how to use it."

Nick thinks to himself, "I'll never be able to figure out Microsoft Word, because I'm an idiot when it comes to computers." Which of the following is an example of a counterargument that he could make to help develop his tech mindset? A. "I'll never figure out how to use Microsoft Word, but at least I'm good at using mobile apps, like Instagram." B. "Both my parents gave up learning how to use a computer, so it's not my fault that I have trouble learning how to use software like Microsoft Word." C. "Microsoft Word is too complicated, so there's no way I can be expected to learn how to use it." D. "Microsoft Word is a complicated tool, so I'm going to have to set aside extra time to make sure I learn how to use it."

D. A tablet computer usually has a touchscreen input.

One main difference between a tablet computer and a desktop computer is that the tablet is much more portable and lightweight. What is another difference between tablets and desktop computers? A. A tablet computer requires a keyboard and mouse. B. A tablet computer is more difficult to set up. C. A tablet computer has more software and accessory options. D. A tablet computer usually has a touchscreen input.

C. Laptops and mobile devices are compact, so you can move them from place to place more easily.

What is one advantage of having a laptop computer or mobile device rather than a desktop computer? A. Mobile devices and laptops let users read large amounts of text more easily and quickly. B. Mobile devices and laptops generally cost much less than desktop computers. C. Laptops and mobile devices are compact, so you can move them from place to place more easily. D. Laptops and mobile devices have more memory and file storage capacity than desktop computers do.

D. A search site is a website that uses a search engine, and a search engine is the software that finds information on the internet.

What is the difference between a search site and a search engine? A. A search site is the software that helps you organize the files on your computer, and a search engine helps you locate specific files. B. A search site is a website you pay to search the internet, and a search engine is a type of software you use to search the internet. C. A search site is the software that finds information on the internet, and a search engine is a website that uses a search engine. D. A search site is a website that uses a search engine, and a search engine is the software that finds information on the internet.

A. Downloading is when your computer receives files from another computer; uploading is when your computer sends files to another computer.

What is the main difference between downloading and uploading? A. Downloading is when your computer receives files from another computer; uploading is when your computer sends files to another computer. B. Downloading is when you open a program or file; uploading is when you close all programs and files. C. Downloading is when your computer sends files to another computer; uploading is when your computer receives files from another computer. D. Downloading is when your computer blocks files from another computer; uploading is when another computer blocks files from your computer.

C. Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer, while software contains instructions that make the computer function.

What is the main difference between hardware and software? A. Hardware tells the computer how to function, while software provides users with the physical means to input data and see it displayed. B. Software is the operating system of the device, while hardware includes the specific programs and applications. C. Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer, while software contains instructions that make the computer function. D. Software refers to the physical pieces of a computer system, while hardware is the internal set of instructions that make the computer function.

D. defining and understanding the problem

What is the main focus of problem framing? A. explaining the main causes of the problem B. testing different solutions to the problem C. finding a variety of solutions to the problem D. defining and understanding the problem

B. to allow computers to communicate with each other

What is the purpose of an IP address? A. to allow computers to understand the internet protocol B. to allow computers to communicate with each other C. to allow a digital device to accept user input D. to allow mobile devices to connect to Wi-Fi signals

B. It relies on a computer to work.

What makes a smartphone a digital device? A. It is small enough to carry. B. It relies on a computer to work. C. It has a display screen. D. It allows users to communicate.

D. maintaining equipment like cables and towers that transmit data over the internet

What responsibility do internet service providers have? A. translating information being sent over the internet from one country to another B. guaranteeing that the internet contains only accurate information C. ensuring that everyone living in a given country has equal access to the internet D. maintaining equipment like cables and towers that transmit data over the internet

C. when you want to receive results with the exact phrase you're searching for

When should you use quotation marks around your search terms? A. when you want to receive general results from your internet search B. when you want to receive results that other users have received from those search terms C. when you want to receive results with the exact phrase you're searching for D. when you want to receive results that do not include your search terms

A. the Downloads folder

Where do most browsers save files that you download from the internet onto your computer? A. the Downloads folder B. the Programs folder C. the Desktop D. the Applications folder

D. Select

Which DPP step includes researching different tools and resources to meet your needs? A. Use B. Navigate C. Review D. Select

B. a worldwide system of connected computer networks

Which of the following BEST describes the internet? A. connected computer networks in North America B. a worldwide system of connected computer networks C. a single computer network in Washington, DC D. a computer network that connects multiple businesses

B. sending a video of your nephew's graduation to your family's photo-sharing website

Which of the following actions is an example of an upload? A. saving a document to your computer from your CIS101 course in Blackboard B. sending a video of your nephew's graduation to your family's photo-sharing website C. copying images of plants from gardening websites and pasting them into a document D. saving an episode of your favorite TV show to your tablet to watch during a long trip

B. providing a way for the user to interact with the computer

Which of the following is a function of a computer's operating system? A. browsing different websites on the internet B. providing a way for the user to interact with the computer C. creating spreadsheets or text documents D. sending text messages to coworkers

C. Search engines rank results using various measures like how popular or recent each page is.

Which of the following statements is TRUE? A. Search engines all use the same internal method to sort results. B. Search engines are able to evaluate sources to determine their credibility or trustworthiness. C. Search engines rank results using various measures like how popular or recent each page is. D. Search engines can only locate results originally published in print publications.

A.Input

Which of the following steps comes FIRST when a computer performs a task? A.Input B. Storage C. Output D. Process

B. Denise will be using Microsoft Word for her English class. She's never used a word processing program before, but she believes she can figure it out.

Which of these examples BEST describes someone who has a tech mindset? A. Russell bought a brand-new laptop for his college courses. He hasn't installed any programs on it yet because he doesn't want to mess it up. B. Denise will be using Microsoft Word for her English class. She's never used a word processing program before, but she believes she can figure it out. C. Mary's grandchildren gave her a tablet for her birthday so they could video chat with her. She's not sure how to use it, but she's too embarrassed to ask for help. D. Nia writes down her school assignments and work schedule on a paper calendar. Sometimes she misses things because she leaves the calendar at home.

C. https://www.strayerbookstore.com/

Which of these is an example of a URL? A. 216.3.128.12 B. Strayer University C. https://www.strayerbookstore.com/ D. .edu

C. a set of computers connected to one another at a workplace

Which of these is an example of a computer network? A. a system of wires connected to a desktop computer B. a laptop that has two hard drives C. a set of computers connected to one another at a workplace D. an online discussion forum about using computers

B. an iPad

Which of these is an example of a portable computer? A. an automated teller machine (ATM) B. an iPad C. a desktop computer D. a digital parking meter

B. a hard drive

Which of these is an example of computer hardware? A. video games B. a hard drive C. a calendar app D. a word processor

B. so the recipient clearly understands the sender's meaning

Which of these is the BEST reason to use email best practices? A. so the sender doesn't have to write to the recipient on paper B. so the recipient clearly understands the sender's meaning C. so the recipient receives the email quickly D. so the sender doesn't have to call the recipient on the phone

D. "registered nurse" and "technological skills"

Which of these keywords would be BEST if you wanted to research the topic "What kinds of technological skills would a registered nurse need to have on the job?" A. nurse, job, and skills B. "registered nurse" and skills C. "technological skills" and job D. "registered nurse" and "technological skills"

C. the Dock

Which of these macOS features is MOST similar to the Taskbar on Windows 10? A. Finder B. Spotlight Search C. the Dock D. the Desktop

A. Android

Which of these operating systems was designed exclusively for mobile devices? A. Android B. Microsoft Excel C. Microsoft Windows D. macOS

C. Both the sender and the recipient must have an email account

Which of these statements about sending and receiving emails is accurate? A. Only the recipient is required to have an email account. B. Both the sender and recipient must use the same email system. C. Both the sender and the recipient must have an email account D. Only the sender is required to have an email account.

C. A computer's operating system is the middleman between a computer's hardware and its other software.

Which of these statements explains the relationship between a computer's operating system and a computer's hardware and software? A. A computer's operating system is used only if something goes wrong with a computer's hardware or software. B. A computer's operating system is not necessary in order for the hardware and software of a computer to function easily. C. A computer's operating system is the middleman between a computer's hardware and its other software. D. A computer's operating system is a piece of hardware that manages the computer's software.

B. I think of situations involving new digital tools as opportunities to learn.

Which of these statements would someone with a tech mindset MOST likely agree with? A. I try to avoid learning how to use new technology whenever possible. B. I think of situations involving new digital tools as opportunities to learn. C. I believe new technology is too complicated for me to try to learn. D. I already know about all the digital tools I really need.

C. making an online purchase

Which of these tasks requires you to have an email address? A. applying for a new job B. communicating with more than one person C. making an online purchase D. writing a message to a friend

B. Google

Which of these websites is a search site? A. PayPal B. Google C. Facebook D. Wikipedia

B. Microsoft Windows

Which operating system is most widely used for desktop and laptop computers? A. Apple's macOS B. Microsoft Windows C. Google D. Android

D. to make sure the information you use is accurate

Why is it important to find and use only trustworthy information? A. to make sure the information you use is interesting B. to make sure the information you use is entertaining C. to make sure the information you use is serious D. to make sure the information you use is accurate

A. to get more exact results from your internet search

Why should you use specific and unique terms when searching the internet? A. to get more exact results from your internet search B. to get more general results from your internet search C. to get more entertaining results from your internet search D. to get only news results from your internet search

Icon

pictures that represents files, programs, and apps, as well as commands and features within a program that you can use

Hyperlink

text or an image that, when clicked by a user, will perform a specific action (such as directing the browser to a particular website or downloading a file); hyperlinks are often (but not always) blue and underlined

Domain Name

text-based internet that combine with other elements to create a URL, or universal resource locator

Top-Level Domains

the last part of a domain name, such as .com, .org, .edu, or .gov

Scroll

to move displayed text or graphics in a particular direction (usually up or down) on a digital screen in order to view different parts of the content