WGU C724 Unit 3 Test
Handheld smart devices have increased productivity because, most importantly, they allow WHAT from anywhere? a.) Communication b.) Access to information c.) Collaboration
Access to information
Why is there additional cost associated when purchasing business software applications? a.) Additional cost comes in the form of penalties for license pirating b.) Additional cost when purchasing business software is due to the need for suites c.) Additional cost for business software is from upgrades, expansion, and training
Additional cost for business software is from upgrades, expansion, and training
Which is a mobile operating system? a.) Windows XP b.) Android c.) BSD
Android
What software allows computer users to perform activities, functions, or tasks? a.) Routing b.) Application c.) Operating
Application
What are application programs bundled together called? a.) Application suites b.) Cloud applications c.) Software packages
Application suites
Software applications benefit business because they enable process WHAT? a.) Elimination b.) Automation c.) Redundancy
Automation
A motherboard consists of other microprocessors, like memory, expansion slots for peripheral devices, as well as a WHAT? a.) LCD b.) CPU c.) GUI
CPU
What best describes a cloud-computing system? a.) Cloud computing involves outsourcing infrastructure services only b.) Cloud computing involves all resources connected over the Internet c.) Cloud computing means off-site data centers
Cloud computing involves all resources connected over the Internet
What is the implication of Moore's law? a.) Computers will become robots b.) Computer speeds are increasing exponentially c.) Computers will process biological signals
Computer speeds are increasing exponentially
Large databases typically reside in WHAT, which are clusters of computers called servers, running software applications that enable business transactions? a.) The cloud b.) Data centers c.) Computers
Data centers
[True/False] A desktop processor is designed to meet the needs of one person, whereas a server meets the needs of many people. Server processors are designed for speed and reliability, so they always use a quad-core processor. a.) True b.) False
False
[True/False] An important issue concerning budgeting for the cost of a computer is to keep the hardware cost in perspective, relative to the software cost. If you are paying thousands of dollars for special software, then you will want to pay as little as possible for the computer hardware. a.) True b.) False
False
[True/False] Cloud computing allows users to mix and match software components to create a customized application. a.) True b.) False
False
[True/False] HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) is a software language used to manage relational databases. a.) True b.) False
False
[True/False] Mainframes, unlike microcomputers, allow users unlimited and flexible access to computing power. a.) True b.) False
False
[True/False] RAM is a secondary storage device, and it stands for Read Access Memory. a.) True b.) False
False
[True/False] When purchasing hardware, do not purchase more than the minimum required by the software. a.) True b.) False
False
Which of the following best describes freeware? a.) Freeware is copyrighted software that can be used for free b.) Freeware is hardware components that can be used for free c.) Freeware is open-source software that can be modified
Freeware is copyrighted software that can be used for free
An application that enables users to search for facts or information using voice commands is called? a.) Ask.com b.) Google search c.) Mozilla
Google search
A scanner is a(n) WHAT device that works similarly to a copy machine? a.) Output b.) Input c.) Touch
Input
Software WHAT must be managed by the IT organization to ensure the business is compliant with software vendors? a.) Codes b.) Licenses c.) Programs
Licenses
An example of an open-source operating system would be WHAT? a.) OS X b.) Windows c.) Linux
Linux
What is the difference between m-commerce and e-commerce applications? a.) M-commerce is business to business, while e-commerce is business to consumer b.) M-commerce is government e-commerce c.) M-commerce is e-commerce transacted using mobile, wireless smart devices
M-commerce is e-commerce transacted using mobile, wireless smart devices
When looking at the evolution of software, databases have grown in features and popularity. What do database management system (DBMS) applications do for business? a.) Compile data into machine language and manage incoming data b.) Manage incoming data and catalog data c.) Catalog data and compile data into machine language
Manage incoming data and catalog data
WHAT are the components found on a computer's motherboard? a.) Memory and CPU b.) Hard drive and Memory c.) CPU and Hard drive
Memory and CPU
A primary memory device like a DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory) can be plugged into a motherboard through a(n) WHAT? a.) VGA cable b.) Extension card c.) Memory slot
Memory slot
What is the most common client-level operating system in business? a.) Microsoft Windows b.) Unix c.) OS X
Microsoft Windows
What best describes the meaning of data "migration"? a.) Migration is moving data and applications to another computer b.) Migration means upgrading operating system c.) Migration is replacing outdated hardware
Migration is moving data and applications to another computer
Which of the following items is used as an output device? a.) Modem b.) Touch screen c.) Keyboard
Modem
What is meant by a multi-core microprocessor? a.) Multi-core microprocessors are primary memory devices b.) Multi-core microprocessors allow for parallel processing c.) Multi-core microprocessors are memory devices
Multi-core microprocessors allow for parallel processing
What do computer systems that will be interconnected in a network require? a.) Wi-fi b.) Hard drive c.) Network card
Network card
In order to function, all computer systems are composed of hardware components, software components,and require a CPU as well as a(n)? a.) Hard drive b.) Operating system c.) Application
Operating system
In business, mobile smart devices are most beneficial where? a.) At the main office b.) In the home office c.) Out in the field
Out in the field
Relational databases use WHAT to administer and manage databases? a.) C++ b.) Fortran c.) SQL
SQL
What is the purpose of Structured Query Language (SQL)? a.) SQL is business language for enterprise applications b.) SQL's purpose is to act as the operating system for a DBMS c.) SQL's purpose is to administer and manage data in a database
SQL's purpose is to administer and manage data in a database
What software would be used by accountants to create digital ledgers? a.) Word processing b.) Presentations c.) Spreadsheet
Spreadsheet
A microchip that performs more functions than a CPU and has other devices embedded in it is called WHAT? a.) DRAM b.) System on a chip c.) Multi-core CPU
System on a chip
What is the function of the cloud administrator job? a.) The cloud administrator monitors and provides cloud resources b.) The cloud administrator controls who offers cloud services c.) The cloud administrator assesses and improves cloud infrastructure needs
The cloud administrator assesses and improves cloud infrastructure needs.
When a company acquires SaaS (Software as a Service) in cloud computing, what do they actually get? a.) The company gets the computer platform b.) The company gets the software in perpetuity c.) The company gets access to enterprise applications
The company gets access to enterprise applications
What is the main purpose of the hard drive? a.) The hard drive boots the computer b.) The hard drive is the main memory system c.) The hard drive is a device that stores data
The hard drive is a device that stores data
How many computer memory classifications are there? a.) Two b.) Four c.) Three
Three
What computer input capability has Microsoft Windows 8 enabled? a.) Voice b.) Gesture c.) Touch
Touch
[True/False] A 2-in-1 computer system is a computer that can act as a laptop, with high level of capability, and use the display as an touch screen pad. a.) True b.) False
True
[True/False] Computer hardware is a means to an end, running the software programs that allow a user to perform tasks. a.) True b.) False
True
[True/False] Computer software is a set of machine-readable instructions that makes computers perform specific tasks. a.) True b.) False
True
[True/False] Engineers tasked with designing complex systems typically require workstations as their computer systems. a.) True b.) False
True
[True/False] Human touch and human gestures are computer input technologies. a.) True b.) False
True
[True/False] Open-source software has been found to contain fewer defects than proprietary software. a.) True b.) False
True
[True/False] RFID technology enables companies to monitor and track inventory using wireless handheld devices. a.) True b.) False
True
[True/False] Software applications have a life cycle because of hardware technological advances described by Moore's Law. a.) True b.) False
True
[True/False] The term "PC," which stands for personal computer, was adopted because of the success of the IBM personal computer. a.) True b.) False
True
Which of the following items is a type of system software? a.) Routing b.) DBMS c.) Utility
Utility
In computer evolution, the integrated circuit replaced what device? a.) CPU b.) RAM c.) Vacuum tube
Vacuum tube
What is the fastest growing infrastructure and information system facing the millennial? a.) Smart devices b.) Wireless, mobile networks c.) Satellite communications
Wireless, mobile networks