ISDS 1100-Exam 1 Module 3

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

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

F5

Overheating caused by direct sunlight can damage the _____. Select all that apply.

LCD screen processor hard drive

Hardware specifications include which of the following? Select all that apply.

RAM CPU

Speakers and headphones can connect to devices using _____. Select all that apply.

a 3.5mm audio jack bluetooth USB

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

a desktop computer

The main categories of software are _______. Select all that apply.

application system development

Solid state hard drives are a type of _________ memory.

flash

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

voice synthesizer

A specific touch motion you use to issue commands is called a gesture.

yes

A stylus is an input device.

yes

External hardware can be connected without wires or cables.

yes

Ink-jet printers use pressurized nozzles to spray ink onto paper.

yes

Solid state drives are more durable than hard disk drives.

yes

Storage device problems can prevent a computer from starting up properly.

yes

You can easily rearrange clips by dragging them.

yes

Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?

internal hard drive

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

internal microphones

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

true

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

true

The two categories of system software are _______.

utilities and operating systems

Which of these is an optical medium of storage?

blu-ray discs

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

In order to support file sharing, your PC must run a network operating system.

no

Random access memory is a permanent storage location.

no

The System Restore command in Windows returns deleted or modified documents.

no

_______ recognition converts scanned documents into editable text.

optical character

Benchmarking is an evaluation of _____.

performance

_____ 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

Which of these is not an input device?

printer

What determines the speed at which data travels?

bus width

Console systems only allow one gamepad to be used at a time.

no

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

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

using a UPS or a surge processor

RAID stands for _________.

redundant array of independent disks

Modern processors often have ____ levels of cache.

three

A CPU converts the data entered through the keyboard into output displayed on the monitor.

true

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

true

You should unplug your computer if you _____.

smell burning or see smoke rising from it

What is the first step to performing hardware maintenance?

turn off computer and remove its power source

Software that converts text into speech is called a ______.

voice synthesizer

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

Cloud storage is ______. Select all that apply.

an Internet service that provides remote data storage a safe and easy backup option for many consumers good for sharing links to large files

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

bottlenecking

Some software lets you choose between standard and _____ installation.

custom

Which of the following are examples of pointing devices? Select all that apply.

mouse touchpad

Binary code uses alphanumeric characters to represent all values.

no

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

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

resolution

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

projector

Interference is a common problem with _____ devices. Select all that apply.

bluetooth wireless

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

false

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

false

Speech recognition refers to a computer's ability to record and edit human speech.

false

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

faulty port

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

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

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

A laptop (notebook) typically includes a _______. (Please select all that apply)

keyboard touchpad or trackpad

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

mixed

A computer typically connects to a router via a _______.

network interface card

What performance specification does 2 GHz refer to?

speed at which the processor executes instructions

An operating system uses available storage space on a startup drive for _____. Select all that apply.

storing programs virtual memory storing apps

The connector on a USB flash drive allows transmission of both data and power.

yes