Concept Lesson 1

Software makes a computer run and perform activities such as word and data processing. What are four types of computer software?

1. Windows 2. Microsoft 3. MacOS 4. C++

What is the correct order of a computer's Information Processing Cycle?

1. input 2. process 3. output 4. storage

Select four cloud computing storage services that allow you to save and access files online. A. Apple iCloud B. Microsoft OneDrive C. Google Drive D. Chrome E. Yahoo F. Dropbox

A. Apple iCloud B. Microsoft OneDrive C. Google Drive F. Dropbox

_____ is the most popular social network that allows users to post messages, photos, or videos that can be viewed by the public or anyone in their social circle. A. Facebook B. LinkedIn C. YouTube D. Instagram E. Snapchat F. Twitter G. Google

A. Facebook

Select the products that responds to a variety of voice commands on mobile devices. A. Google B. Siri C. Cortana D. Kindle

A. Google B. Siri C. Cortana

Select three popular streaming video services that people enjoy streaming on their TVs and mobile devices. A. Netflix B. Yahoo C. Youtube D. Hulu

A. Netflix C. Youtube D. Hulu

_____ allows you to store your files and use various applications in an online account. A. cloud computing B. software C. social media D. email E. music

A. cloud computing

Select three items located in a system unit. A. cooling fan B. keyboard C. power supply D. drive bay (tower-bases system units include several drive bays that hold the internal storage devices of your computer, such as the hard drive and the DVD drive)

A. cooling fan C. power supply D. drive bay

Many apps use _____ which is the gathering of information from a large group of people. A. crowdsourcing B. Wi-Fi C. Google maps D. GPS

A. crowdsourcing

Gigi wants a lightweight, handheld computer that offers a variety of software and communication services for mobile users. Which mobile device will NOT fit her needs? A. e-reader B. smartwatch C. smartphone D. tablet

A. e-reader

The type of computer that is the best system for reading an e-book is: A. ereader B. laptop C. smartwatch D. smartTV

A. ereader

Alex works at a large online company that ships products around the world. Select all the ways he might use a computer at work. A. manage driver schedules B. send invoices to clients C. design marketing materials D. track vehicles and packages.

A. manage driver schedules B. send invoices to clients C. design marketing materials D. track vehicles and packages.

Considered "the brain" of the compute, the _____ organizes and carries out instructions to produce a desired output. A. microprocessor B. CPU C. port D. RAM

A. microprocessor B. CPU

The _____ created some of the earliest computers used for radar and rocket technology. A. military B. security C. police D. IRS

A. military

What factos determine a CPU's performance? A. multiple cores B. color C. clock rate (measures the frequency or speed at which it can process instructions) D. brand and model

A. multiple cores C. clock rate D. brand and model

_____ are connected to the motherboard and allow users to plug in external devices. A. ports B. plugs C. RAM modules D. cooling fans

A. ports

Hardware is any part of the computer you can touch. Which would be included as a computer hardware? A. processors B. keyboards C. monitor D. mouse

A. processors B. keyboards C. monitor D. mouse

Alex is a photographer who takes professional-quality images. His digital camera is full of high-resolution images and it's almost out of memory. What should he do? A. save his photos to a cloud storage account B. take photos with fewer megapixels C. insert a new memory card D. use an app that can reduce the size of his photos

A. save his photos to a cloud storage account B. take photos with fewer megapixels C. insert a new memory card D. use an app that can reduce the size of his photos

Jack just bought a new mobile device. The first thing he should do is _____ . A. set up a remote wipe utility in case he loses the phone or it's stolen B. protect the device with a case C. set up the lock screen with a password, PIN, or fingerprint D. buy an extended warrant or insurance plan

A. set up a remote wipe utility in case he loses the phone or it's stolen B. protect the device with a case C. set up the lock screen with a password, PIN, or fingerprint D. buy an extended warrant or insurance plan

Users typically interact with most computer software via an on-screen pointer in the form of an arrow. What are the three pointing devices you can use to control the arrow. A. trackball B. keyboard C. optical mouse D. touchpad

A. trackball C. optical mouse D. touchpad

Location based services (LBS) use _____ , cell phone towers, and nearby wireless access points to track the location of your mobile device. A. Google maps B. GPS C. Wi-Fi D. crowdsourcing

B. GPS

_____ scanners are used to scan barcode labels that uniquely identify most products sold today. A. flatbeds B. barcode C. RFID D. QR

B. barcode

Which of the following accurately represents how screen size is measured? A. vertical B. diagonal C. horizontal

B. diagonal

The keyboard is still the primary input device for computers. Which keyboard is designed to be comfortable and alleviate hand and wrist strain? A. wireless keyboards B. ergonomic keyboards C. laptop keyboards D. tablet keyboard

B. ergonomic keyboards

_____ lets people use a mobile device to control their household activities. A. e-readers B. home automation C. gaming consoles D. scart TVs

B. home automation

Lisa is shopping for a PC that she can take with her to school. She would like a portable PC with a USB port so that she can plug in external devices. Which computer fits Lisa's computer needs? A. desktop B. laptop

B. laptop

Chloe wants one printer that can print, scan, copy, and fax document. Which printer fits her needs? A. laser printer B. multifunction inkjet printer C. dye-sub card printer D. thermal label printer

B. multifunction inkjet printer

David wants to set up a primary computer where he can store his company's website and share files and software with his coworkers. What type of multi-user computer does he need? A. personal computer B. network server C. super computer D. mainframe computer

B. network server

Since _____ storage uses memory ships for storage, it has no moving parts like hard drives or optical drives. A. magnetic B. solid state C. optical D. DVD

B. solid state (USB drives, memory cards, solid state drives)

Most computers today include a complete sound system that includes microphones, _____ , and a sound card or processors. A. monitor B. speakers C. video card D. keyboard

B. speakers

The purpose of _____ is to hold programs and data permanently, even when the computer is turned off. A. bytes (describes a computer's storage or memory - simply a collection of eight bits) B. storage C. RAM D. ROM

B. storage

Many mobile users rely on _____ connections available at schools, libraries, and various businesses in their city. A. social B. wireless C. personal D. financial

B. wireless

Select the apps that enable your smartphone to act as a digital wallet when you tap it against a special payment device at a store. A. Waze B. Yelp C. Android Pay D. Apple Pay

C. Android Pay D. Apple Pay

Image quality, also known as print resolution, is usually measured in dots per inch (dpi). The more dots per inch a printer can produce, the high its quality. Which produces the highest quality image? A. HP Laser 600 (Resolution 600x600) B. Bother 650 (Resolution 600x1200) C. Brother 3170CDW (Resolution 1200x1200)

C. Brother 3170CDW (Resolution 1200x1200)

What is another name for the largest network in the world? A. Facebook B. Twitter C. Internet D. Instagram

C. Internet

The alphanumeric keys refer to the main set of keys that allow you to input letters, numbers, and punctuations. The most common arrangement of these keys is referred to as the _____ layout. A. navigation B. function C. QWERTY D. numeric keypad

C. QWERTY

Select the medical procedure that does not involve computers. A. fetal monitoring B. MRI C. blood donation D. laser eye surgery E. ultrasound

C. blood donation

The motherboard is the largest _____ in the personal computer. A. power supply (provides power to all the parts inside the system unit) B. system unit C. circuit board D. cooling fan

C. circuit board

It's ski season. Brody needs a printer he can use to print plastic ID cards for ski season pass holders. Select the printer that will do the job. A. laser printer B. multifunction inkjet printer C. dye-sub card printer D. thermal label printer

C. dye-sub card printer

_____ are complete entertainment systems, offering Internet connectivity, movie rentals, photo storage and many other services, in additions to video games A. streaming media players B. smart TVs C. gaming consoles D. e-book readers

C. gaming consoles

_____ computing is the ability to communicate with a device without using your hands. A. online B. wi-fi C. hands-free D. internet

C. hands-free

The development of _____ allowed data to be represented by magnets, which can hold their position or pattern to represent 0's and 1's without electricity. A. motherboards B. USB drives C. magnetic storage D. RAM

C. magnetic storage (hard drives and tape drives)

Except for desktop computers, most computer have built-in _____ that are used for Internet voice calling, capturing audio for video recordings, and speech recognition. A. scanners B. cameras C. microphones D. speakers

C. microphones

A large company such as a retail store or airline reservation system uses a _____ computer that acts as the central computer in a network. A. blade server B. personal computer C. multi-user D. supercomputer

C. multi-user

A _____ allows users to communicate and share information between computers. A. television B. telephone C. network D. radio

C. network

Optical storage devices use lasers to read or write data to the reflective surface of a(n) _____ . A. hard drive B. USB drive C. optical disc D. magnetic tape

C. optical disc (CDs, DVDs, Blue-ray)

The amount of _____ you have installed in your computer determines how many applications you can have open and work on at the same time. Your can make your computer faster by adding more _____ or memory modules. A. read-only memory (ROM) B. storage C. random access memory (RAM) D. CPU

C. random access memory (RAM)

Which mobile device is a combination mobile phone and handheld computer. A. e-reader B. smartwatch C. smartphone D. tablet

C. smartphone

David needs to purchase an affordable laptop for his child to use at school. The computer has to be affordable, lightweight, and able to access Google apps online. Which computer should he buy? A. convertible laptop B. laptop C. desktop computer D. Chromebook

D. Chromebook

Most people use a game _____ to play video games on a computer or gaming console A. keyboard B. headset C. scanner D. controller

D. controller

_____ technology can enhance audio or video output from computers to make them more relevant or noticeable. A. software B. smartphone C. biometric D. haptic (communication of vibration, motion, or physical resistance to a user)

D. haptic (phone vibration)

Fitness apps can help you get in shape while _____ apps help you monitor information about your diet, vital signs, and medications. A. music B. streaming media C. social networking D. health

D. health

Scanners use _____ technology to convert objects into a digital format. A. bluetooth B. touchscreen C. USB D. optical

D. optical

_____ refers to music and movies that are delivered on demand from an online source. A. real-time information B. short-duration sharing C. crowdsourcing D. streaming media

D. streaming media

A _____ is a pen-like input tool that is used with a variety of touch screen devices. You may have used one of these when signing for a delivered package or when using a credit card at a store. A. pencil B. mouse C. trackball D. stylus

D. stylus

NASA uses a _____ to conduct modeling and simulations for upcoming missions, forecast weather, and perform nuclear research. A. mainframe computer B. blade server C. network server D. supercomputer

D. supercomputer

Which mobile device is an affordable and lightweight tool for reading electronic books, performing search, watching movies and staying in touch with friends and family? A. e-reader B. smartwatch C. smartphone D. tablet

D. tablet

_____ accept input by allowing the user to place a fingertip directly on the computer screen. It's the primary way we interact with our tablets and smartphones. A. system units B. flatbed scanners C. keyboards D. touchscreens

D. touchscreens

LCD (liquid crystal display) and LED (light-emitting diodes) are two types of flat-panel monitors. Which monitor is thinner, lighter, and more energy efficient with better contrast ratios, response times, and viewing angles.

LED (light-emitting diodes)

The most fundamental unit of computing is the _____ , which is represented as an on (1) or off (0) value.

bit