CIS 150 Midterm (online quiz questions)
The fastest memory in a computer is
cache
In a computer, each_____ can represent one letter, number, or symbol.
byte
You want to search the web for information on the movie Captain America: Civil War. What would be the best way to enter the key terms to get the most specific results?
"Captain America: Civil War"
A(n) ______ is a laptop computer that can convert into a tablet-like device.
2 in 1 pc
Hacktivism is another word for cyberterrorism.
False
Which of the following describes an IP address?
It identifies any computer connecting to the Internet. It is referred to as a dotted quad. It identifies a website.
Before creating a home network, you should do which of the following?
List all the devices that will connect to the network.
If you want to use your computer for recording your band, you would benefit most from a(n)
MIDI interface
Bethany is in her home, watching a video she took on vacation, while her brother is playing FIFA Soccer on his Xbox, and her dad is checking stock quotes on his iPad. What kind of network does this family have?
P2P network
Which of the following does NOT accurately describe fiber-optic broadband?
Speed drops as the distance from the main signal source increases.
Web-based databases are being used to help investigators solve criminal cases.
True
What is the type of broadband Internet in which the connection is degraded by adding multiple users?
cable
RAID
_______ is a set of strategies for using more than one drive in a system.
Beta software is made available because
a company is making an early release to test bugs.
The Internet was created to provide
a secure form of communications.a common communication means for all computers.
Bike-sharing programs like New York City's Citi Bike are an example of
a subscription-style business model made possible by technology.
Software that includes programs to help you at work, home, and school is called
application software
Being computer literate includes being able to
avoid spam, adware, and spyware.use the web effectively.diagnose and fix hardware and software problems.
Computers are designed with
both volatile and nonvolatile memory.
When the CPU actually performs the work described in the commands during a machine cycle, this stage is known as
execute
A macro is a program released early to the public for testing and evaluation.
false
Actual data throughput is usually higher on wireless networks than on wired networks.
false
App creation software includes tools like Adobe Photoshop
false
Data and information are interchangeable terms
false
Digital activism is an exercise platform
false
RAM is nonvolatile storage.
false
Satellite Internet is the fastest broadband option
false
The Next Einstein Initiative uses the power of supercomputing to enhance mathematical education.
false
Ergonomics is an important consideration
for all computing devices.
In the URL https://www.whitehouse.gov/blog, which part is considered the protocol?
http
All of the following are sensors found in certain smartphones EXCEPT
hygrometer. (accelerometer, barometer, and magnetometer are found in them)
When installing software you will often see a question that asks
if you want a full (typical) or a custom installation.
Sophisticated modeling software is helping international researchers
increase the pace of research in finding and producing vaccines.
Intellectual property
is the result of someone's creative work and design.can include works of music, film, or engineering design.can be protected legally by the patent system.
Which of the following should you NOT do to secure a wireless network?
keep the default network name and router password
Search engines that search other search engines are called
metasearch engine
What two devices are often combined into one device in a small network to connect the home network to the Internet and to share the connection between devices on the network?
modem and router
Which of the following might cause interference or poor connectivity between nodes on a wireless network?
nodes that are too far apart. concrete walls. some appliances
Moore's Law refers to the
number of transistors inside a CPU chip.
Which of the following functions of a computer is mostly responsible for turning data into information?
processing
Web 2.0 has led to a shift from just consuming content toward
producing content.
Which of the following is an example of financial management software?
quicken
Windows creates "restore points" so that you can
return your system to the way it was before you installed new software.
Which of the following describes copyleft?
terms enabling the redistribution of open source software
If you would like to return to a website that you visited last week but can't remember the URL, you should look at:
the history list
Information technology
the study of the processing and retrieval of information.
The fastest computer port is the ______ port
thunderbolt
A blog is usually written by a single author and often represents a personal log or journal.
true
Course management software creates a virtual learning experience for students and houses course materials, tests, and discussion boards.
true
Geolocation requires a GPS chip in a mobile device
true
Google Docs is an example of Software as a Service.
true
In Windows, if you experience unreliable behavior, try a System Restore before doing a Windows Refresh.
true
SSD drives are superior to conventional disk drives because they have no moving parts.
true
The "S" in HTTPS stands for secure and indicates that the secure sockets layer protocol has been applied to the website.
true
To facilitate sharing peripherals and files on a Windows network, you need to establish a HomeGroup.
true
Virtual reality is the addition of graphical information to your visual field.
true
GDDR5 and GDDR3 are types of
video memory
Touch-screen devices usually feature
virtual keyboards
