CSE 1110 : Exam 1 Review
RJ-45 is the technical name for the __________ port.
Ethernet
To connect your computer to a network, the __________ port would be used.
Ethernet
Which type of port looks like a phone jack but a little larger?
Ethernet port
How do you add the newest ports?
Expansion cards, either in motherboard (desktop), express card (notebooks) or empty drive bay
A netbook is a full-featured but lightweight laptop computer designed to compete with the MacBook Air.
False
A picture that is applied as a slide background can be moved or resized like any other object.
False
A scanner is a small camera that sits on top of your computer monitor or is built into a laptop, tablet, or smartphone.
False
A style is the arrangement of elements such as titles and pictures on a slide.
False
A white slide is displayed after the last slide of a presentation to indicate that the presentation is finished.
False
An all-in-one is a specially designed computer chip that resides in another device, such as your car.
False
An existing bulleted list can be converted into a SmartArt graphic.
False
Web-based databases cannot be used to help investigators solve criminal cases. A. True B. False
False
When a video is inserted on a slide, the video formatting and editing tools display in the control panel below the video.
False
IT is the abbreviation for
Information Technology
What are the four major functions of a computer?
Input, process, output, and storage Incorrect. Refer to Understanding Your Computer.
Four major functions of a computer
Input, process, output, storage
social media
Is incorporated as part of a political strategy by many politicians
RAM (Random Access Memory)
Is temporary or Volatile Storage
Intellectual property...
Is the result of someone's creative work and design; can be protected legally by the patent system; can include works of music, film, or engineering design
Collaborative Consumption
Joining together as a group to use a specific product more efficiently
Input device
Keyboard, mouse, stylus
Crowdfunding sites include...
Kickstarter and GoFundMe
Mainframe
Large expensive supports many users
High definition multimedia interface
Latest digital connector that carries high def video and audio
Which of the following would not impact the digital divide? A. A decline in the price of internet access. B. Expansion of free wifi connectivity in major cities. C. Legislation allowing communications companies to charge per website for access. D. Less sharing of the work we produce.
Less sharing of the work we produce
Output Device
Lets you send processed data out of your computer in the form of text, graphics, sounds, or video
LED
Light-emitting diode- more energy efficient and better color accuracy thinner panels
an example of an open source OS is
Linux
LCD Monitor
Liquid Crystal Display- light and energy
Drive Bay
Location of permanent storage devices
In Windows 7 and Vista, pressing the Windows key plus the L key does what?
Locks the computer
Hibernate
Low-power mode similar to sleep mode, except all data is stored in the hard drive, not RAM
Motherboard
Main circuit board containing the central electronic components of the computer (CPU, memory, circuits, etc.)
A nonvolatile storage device _____.
Maintains data even when the computer's power is turned off
Process
Manipulates, calculates, organizes into information
processing
Manipulating or organizing data into information.
Cloud storage
Means of storing files online, where they can be accessed from any computing device containing the appropriate software.
CPU
Measured in Hertz machine cycles per second
Cathode Ray Tube (CRT)
Monitors now considered legacy technology
Flat-panel monitor
Most common type of monitor, also called a liquid crystal display (LCD).
The main circuit board in a computer is called a ____.
Motherboard
What is the main circuit board of the computer called?
Motherboard
read/write head
Moves from the outer edge of the spinning platter to the center, as frequently as 50 times per second, to retrieve (read) and record (write) the magnetic data to and from the hard drive platter
Teachers can show students simulations online and use instructional software programs on the web
Museums and Technology now have virtual tours on websites also used to enhance visitors experiences at museums suchas New York's Museum of Art which has podcasts and multimedia tours to supplement experience while there.
Using a ______ is one way to connect your computer with other computers.
NIC
Thumberbolt
Newest fiber optic up to 20 GB/s
Cloud Storage
Non-volatile storage; Typically offered as a service that houses your files on servers accessible from the internet, rather than locally on your own machine; increases your storage capacity and also provides an easy way to back-up files and keep them easily accessible from all of your devices
People form into groups based on what?
Not age or income, but common interests.
true
Notes page view shows an image of a slide and the notes you entered in the Notes pane
Determines Performance
Number of Cores(paths) /Applications
Duty cycle
Number of pages printer can produce monthly
Aspect Ratio
Width and Height proportion Traditionally 4:3 but newer monitors have 16:9 or 16:10
Bluetooth
Wireless transmission standard that facilitates the connection of electronic computing devices to peripheral devices.
hard drive
With storage capacities exceeding 2 terabytes (TB), a hard drive has the largest storage capacity of any storage device.
Who uses social networking the most?
Women, so marketers will be increasingly driven by female perspective and by a more complex model of what groups are attracted to. No more cliches
true
WordArt can also be shaped so the text fits a shape such as an arc, arrow, or oval
Are external hard drives better for archiving videos than optical media?
Yes, an external hard drive with a USB 3.0 port has high storage capacity and transfers files quickly.
true
You can also use an organization chart to show relationships among objects, animals, or things that are related in a structured way
true
You can override the formats applied to the presentation by the slide master by making changes directly to individual slides
false
You cannot animate a SmartArt graphic
How can I add Dolby surround sound to a system?
You need a Dolby Digital compatible sound card.
How do I determine how much hard drive space I need?
You need to calculate the amount of storage required by all of the types of programs and files you will be keeping on your system, including the operating system.
Augmented Reality
a combination of our normal sense of the objects around us with an overlay of info displayed
Beta software is made available because
a company is making an early release to test bugs.
The system unit is a component of which type of computer?
a desktop computer
Upgraded sound cards enable you to connect all of the following devices to your computer EXCEPT __________.
a mouse
Port
a place through which a peripheral device attaches to the computer so that data ma be transferred
Data
a representation of fact, figure, or idea i.e. word picture record of sound. Numbers, words, pictures, or sounds that represent fact, figures, or ideas.
the internet was created to provide
a secure form of communication and a common communication means for all computers
bike sharing programs like Citi Bike are an example of
a subscription style business model made possible by technology
Crisis Mapping Tool*
collects info from e-mails, texts, blogs, tweets, and maps them making the info instantly publicly available. (example) Ushahidi
All-in-one printer
combines printer scanner copier fax
the first personal computers that used MS-DOS as the operating system had which kind of user interface
command-driven
Information
is data that has been organized or presented in meaningful fashion
optical media Data
is saved to a compact disc (CD), digital video disc (DVD), or Blu-ray disc (BDs). All of them collectively are referred to as optical media.
Collaborative Consumption*
joining together as a group to use a specific product more efficiently. redistribute things we have purchased, share our lives, share services a product provides instead of owning it outright
examples of crowdfunding and crowdsourcing include
kickstarter and ScanLife
A(n) ____________ is a large, expensive computer that supports many users simultaneously.
mainframe
search engines that search other search engines are called
metasearch engines
ordering a mocha latte and paying for it from the Starbucks smartphone app is using what type of internet commerce
mobile commerce
8) When searching for images, you can tell PowerPoint to search only for pictures created with a digital camera or a scanner.
n/a
Sound Card
provides connections to the speaker and microphone
Micro-expressions
training tool software system can train users to recognize emotions
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"
Notebook Computer
(laptop) portable computer that has a keyboard, monitor, and other devices integrated into a single compact case. Powered by a battery unit or AC adapter.
The digit to the far right in any base system always has a place value of _______.
1
Measurements
1 Kilobytes (KB): 1,000 bytes 1 Megabyte (MB): 1,000,000 bytes 1 Gigabyte (GB): 1,000,000,000 bytes 1 Terabyte (TB): 1,000,000,000,000 bytes 1 Petabyte (PB): 1,000,000,000,000,000 bytes
Secure Online Shopping
1) The beginning of the URL changes from Http to https 2) The site displays a seal from a reputable third-party web security company 3) A small icon of a closed padlock appears on the toolbar 4) Use your common sense and shop at well-known, reputable sites.
terabyte (TB)
1,099,511,627,776 bytes or 240 bytes.
petabyte (PB)
1015 bytes of digital information.
Hexadecimal numbers are based on _____.
16
Autonomy
1st factor that leads to greater motivation
Within a computer, information is stored using Base ___.
2
a(n) _______ is a laptop computer that can convert into a tablet-like device
2-in-1 PC
When referring to RGB, each of the three colors can have ranging from 0 to _____.
255
What is the value of the third place from the right in base 16?
256
Purpose
2nd factor that leads to greater motivation
Mastery
3rd factor that leads to greater motivation
Blu-Ray (BD's) Dual Layer Blu-Ray DVD DL (Dual Layer) DVD (Digital Video Discs) CD (Compact Disc)
50 GB 25 GB 8.5 GB 4.7 GB 700 MB
Firewire 800
800 Mbps (Apple Standard)
expansion card (adapter card)
A circuit board with specific functions that augment the computer's basic functions and provide connections to other devices; examples include the sound card and the video card.
Augmented Reality
A combination of our normal sense of the objects around us with an overlay of information displayed
Augmented Reality
A combination of our normal sense of the objects around us with an overlay of information displayed.
printer
A common output device that creates tangible or hard copies of text and graphics.
monitor (display screen)
A common output device that displays text, graphics, and video as soft copies (copies that can be seen only on screen).
high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI)
A compact audio-video interface standard that carries both high-definition video and uncompressed digital audio.
High-definition multimedia interface(HDMI) port
A compact audio-video interface that allows both HD video and uncompressed digital audio to be carried on one cable.
desktop computer
A computer that's intended for use at a single location. A desktop computer consists of a case that houses the main components of the computer, plus peripheral devices.
netbook
A computing device that runs a full-featured operating system but that weighs two pounds or less.
Computer
A data processing device with four major functions: input, processing, output, and storage
computer
A data-processing device that gathers, processes, outputs, and stores data and information.
all-in-one computer
A desktop system unit that houses the computer's processor, memory, and monitor in a single unit.
peripheral device
A device such as a monitor, printer, or keyboard that connects to the system unit through a data port.
microphone (mic)
A device that allows you to capture sound waves, such as those created by your voice, and to transfer them to digital format on your computer.
projector
A device that can project images from your computer onto a wall or viewing screen.
Microphone
A device that captures sound waves and transfers them in a digital format to the computer
output device
A device that sends processed data and information out of a computer in the form of text, pictures (graphics), sounds (audio), or video.
smartphone
A device with features of a computer including a wide assortment of apps, media players, high-quality cameras, and web connectivity.
binary digit (bit)
A digit that corresponds to the on and off states of a computer's switches. A bit contains a value of either 0 or 1.
flash drive
A drive that plugs into a universal serial bus (USB) port on a computer and that stores data digitally. Also called a USB drive, jump drive, or thumb drive.
flash memory card
A form of portable storage; this removable memory card is often used in digital cameras, smartphones, video cameras, and printers.
ultrabook
A full-featured but lightweight laptop computer that features a low-power processor and a solid-state drive; it tries to reduce its size and weight to extend battery life without sacrificing performance.
platter
A hard drive is composed of several coated round, thin plates of metal stacked on a spindle. Each plate is called a platter.
external hard drive
A hard drive that is enclosed in a protective case to make it portable; the drive is connected to the computer with a data transfer cable and is often used to back up data.
internal hard drive
A hard drive that resides within the computer's system unit and that usually holds all permanently stored programs and data.
Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (Serial ATA)
A hard drive that uses much thinner cables, and can transfer data more quickly than IDE drives.
optical drive
A hardware device that uses lasers or light to read from, and even write to, CDs, DVDs, or Blu-ray discs.
keyboard
A hardware device used to enter typed data and commands into a computer.
mouse
A hardware device used to enter user responses and commands into a computer.
input device
A hardware device used to enter, or input, data (text, images, and sounds) and instructions (user responses and commands) into a computer. Some input devices are keyboards and mice.
Thunderbolt port
A high speed input/ output port; Thunderbolt 2 provides two channels of 20 Gbps capacity on one port.
QWERTY keyboard
A keyboard that gets its name from the first six letters on the top-left row of alphabetic keys on the keyboard.
tablet PC
A laptop computer designed specifically to work with handwriting-recognition technology.
plotter
A large printer that uses a computer-controlled pen to produce oversize pictures that require precise continuous lines to be drawn, such as maps and architectural plans.
mainframe
A large, expensive computer that supports hundreds or thousands of users simultaneously and executes many different programs at the same time.
sleep mode
A low-power mode for electronic devices such as computers that saves electric power consumption and saves the last-used settings. When the device is "woken up," work is resumed more quickly than when cold booting the computer.
Social Networking
A means by which people use the Internet to communicate and share information among their immediate friends, and meet and connect with others through common interests, experiences, and friends.
Social Networking
A means by which people use the internet to communicate and share information among their immediate friends and to meet and connect with others through common interests, experiences, and friends
digital video (or versatile) disc (DVD)
A method of optical storage for digital data that has greater storage capacity than compact discs.
Blu-ray disc (BD)
A method of optical storage for digital data, developed for storing high-definition media. It has the largest storage capacity of all optical storage options.
compact disc (CD)
A method of optical storage for digital data; originally developed for storing digital audio.
tablet computer
A mobile computer, such as the Apple iPad or Samsung Galaxy Tab, integrated into a flat multitouch-sensitive screen. It uses an onscreen virtual keyboard, but separate keyboards can be connected via Bluetooth or wires.
optical mouse
A mouse that uses an internal sensor or laser to control the mouse's movement. The sensor sends signals to the computer, telling it where to move the pointer on the screen.
green computing
A movement that encourages environmentally sustainable computing (or IT).
light-emitting diode (LED)
A newer, more energy-efficient technology used in monitors. It may result in better color accuracy and thinner panels than traditional LCD monitors.
laser printer
A nonimpact printer known for quick and quiet production and high-quality printouts.
inkjet printer
A nonimpact printer that sprays tiny drops of ink onto paper.
stylus
A pen-shaped device used to tap or write on touch-sensitive screens.
sector
A pie-shaped wedges created in the magnetized surface of each platter; sets up a gridlike pattern that identifies file locations on the hard drive.
Skype
A popular Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service
universal serial bus (USB) port
A port that can connect a wide variety of peripheral devices to the computer, including keyboards, printers, mice, smartphones, external hard drives, flash drives, and digital cameras.
connectivity port
A port that enables a computing device to be connected to other devices or systems such as networks, modems, and the Internet.
Ethernet port
A port that's slightly larger than a standard phone jack and that transfers data at speeds of up to 10,000 Mbps; used to connect a computer to a DSL or cable modem or to a network.
video graphics array (VGA) port
A port to which a cathode ray tube monitor connects.
laptop (or notebook) computer
A portable computer with a keyboard, a monitor, and other devices integrated into a single compact case.
Business-to-business (B2B)
A portion of e-commerce that consists of businesses buying and selling goods and services to other businesses
Consumer-to-consumer (C2C)
A portion of e-commerce that consists of consumers selling to each other through online auction and exchanges sites
Business-to-consumer (B2C)
A portion of e-commerce where exchanges take place between businesses and consumers-such as the purchases that consumers make at online stores
power supply
A power supply regulates the wall voltage to the voltages required by computer chips; it's housed inside the system unit.
hibernate
A power-management mode that saves the current state of the current system to the computer's hard drive.
impact printer
A printer that has tiny hammer-like keys that strike the paper through an inked ribbon, thus making a mark on the paper. The most common impact printer is the dot-matrix printer.
nonimpact printer
A printer that sprays ink or uses laser beams to make marks on the paper. The most common nonimpact printers are inkjet and laser printers.
thermal printer
A printer that works either by melting wax-based ink onto ordinary paper (in a process called thermal wax transfer printing) or by burning dots onto specially coated paper (in a process called direct thermal printing).
DVD-ROM disc
A read-only optical disc, meaning you can't save any data onto it.
DVD+R/RW
A recognized DVD format, DVD+R/RW (pronounced "DVD plus"). can record, erase, and rewrite on DVD-RAM, just as you can with the plus and minus formats, but DVD-RAM discs are generally encased in a plastic cartridge
DVD-R/RW
A recognized DVD format, DVD-R/RW (pronounced "DVD dash") can record, erase, and rewrite on DVD-RAM, just as you can with the plus and minus formats, but DVD-RAM discs are generally encased in a plastic cartridge
DVD-RAM
A recognized DVD format, DVD-RAM can record, erase, and rewrite on DVD-RAM, as you can with the plus and minus formats, but DVD-RAM discs are generally encased in a plastic cartridge
read-only memory (ROM)
A set of memory chips, located on the motherboard, which stores data and instructions that cannot be changed or erased; it holds all the instructions the computer needs to start up.
pixel
A single point that creates the images on a computer monitor. Pixels are illuminated by an electron beam that passes rapidly back and forth across the back of the screen so that the pixels appear to glow continuously.
webcam
A small camera that sits on top of a computer monitor (connected to the computer by a cable) or that's built into a laptop computer and is usually used to transfer live video.
touch pad (trackpad)
A small, touch-sensitive screen at the base of a laptop keyboard that's used to direct the cursor.
motherboard
A special circuit board in the system unit that contains the central processing unit, the memory (RAM) chips, and the slots available for expansion cards; all of the other boards (video cards, sound cards, and so on) connect to it to receive power and to communicate.
drive bay
A special shelf inside a computer that is designed to hold storage devices.
embedded computer
A specially designed computer chip that resides inside another device, such as a car. These self-contained computer devices have their own programming and typically neither receive input from users nor interact with other systems.
supercomputer
A specially designed computer that can perform complex calculations extremely rapidly; used in situations in which complex models requiring intensive mathematical calculations are needed (such as weather forecasting or atomic energy research).
head crash
A stoppage of the hard drive that often results in data loss.
solid-state drive (SSD)
A storage device that uses the same kind of memory that flash drives use but that can reach data in only a tenth of the time a flash drive requires.
Bike sharing programs like Citi Bike are an example of...
A subscription-style business model made possible by technology
Social commerce
A subset of e-commerce that uses social networks to assist in marketing and purchasing products
surround-sound speaker
A system of speakers set up in such a way that it surrounds an entire area (and the people in it) with sound.
Surround-sound speaker
A system speaker and audio processing that envelopes the listener in a full 360 degree field of sound
QR Codes
A technology that lets any piece of print in the real world host a live link to online information and video content.
Crisis Mapping Tool
A tool that collects information from e-mails, text messages, blog posts, and Twitter tweets and maps them, making the information instantly publicly available.
Crisis-mapping tool
A tool that collects information from emails, text messages, blog posts, and twitter tweets and maps them, making the information instantly publicly available
surround sound
A type of audio processing that makes the listener experience sound as if it were coming from all directions.
Affective Computing
A type of computing that relates to emotion or deliberately tries to influence emotion.
Affective computing
A type of computing that relates to emotion or that deliberately tries to influence emotion
scanner
A type of input device that inputs images into computers.
touch screen
A type of monitor (or display in a smartphone or tablet computer) that accepts input from a user touching the screen.
Bluetooth (technology)
A type of wireless technology that uses radio waves to transmit data over short distances (approximately 3-300 feet depending on power); often used to connect peripherals such as printers and keyboards to computers or headsets to cell phones.
megabyte (MB)
A unit of computer storage equal to approximately 1 million bytes.
kilobyte (KB)
A unit of computer storage equal to approximately 1,000 bytes.
gigabyte (GB)
About a billion bytes.
Connectivity Port
Access to networks and internet standard phone jack but larger (Ethernet Port) speed up to 10,000 mbps
Core
Affects CPU performance; Increased number of these means more instructions can be performed at the same time within the processor
Which statement is NOT true of a port?
All ports look the same.
Keyboard
Allow you to enter typed data and commands; usually QWERTY
System Software
Allows computers components to work in concert and manages instances of application software i.e. Windows
Halo Infant protection system
Allows hospitals to monitor the location of every newborn instantly
Sleep Mode
Allows you to save all of your programs, documents, files, etc in RAM in a low-power state so that when you begin working again, the boot-up will seem very fast
Touch Pad
Also called Track Pad; A small touch-sensitive area in laptops
Flash Drive
Also called USB Drive, Thumb Drive, Jump Drive; solid state flash memory to store data; connects through a usb port; Durable and small; Can store as much as 1 terabyte of data
Bit
Also called a binary digit a digit that corresponds to the on and off states of a computer's switches. A bit contains either a value of O or 1
Display Screen
Also called a monitor
Expansion Card
Also called adapter card; Circut boards that provide additional functionality
Tower
Also called system Unit; Houses main components of a desktop computer
Jump Drive
Alternative way of storing portable data; diminutive size but significant storage capacity, currently as much as 256 GB. Also called flash drive, USB drive, or thumb drive.
Thumb Drive
Alternative way of storing portable data; diminutive size but significant storage capacity, currently as much as 256 GB. Also called jump drive, USB drive, or flash drive.
USB drive
Alternative way of storing portable data; diminutive size but significant storage capacity, currently as much as 256 GB. Also called jump drive, flash drive, or thumb drive.
Binary digits can be interpreted by the computer as all of the following except ______.
An entire file
sound card
An expansion card that attaches to the motherboard inside the system unit and that enables the computer to produce sounds by providing a connection for the speakers and microphone.
sound card
An expansion card that attaches to the motherboard inside your system unit.
network interface card (NIC)
An expansion card that enables a computer to connect other computers or to a cable modem to facilitate a high-speed Internet connection.
video card (or video adapter)
An expansion card that is installed inside your system unit to translate binary data into the images you view on your monitor.
video card (video adapter)
An expansion card that's installed inside a system unit to translate binary data (the 1s and 0s the computer uses) into the images viewed on the monitor.
FireWire 800
An interface port that transfers data at 800 Mbps.
port
An interface through which external devices are connected to the computer.
Computer Forensics
Analyzing computer systems to gather potential legal evidence
data transfer rate
Another key performance specification for a hard drive is the speed at which it can transfer data to other computer components (such as RAM). This speed of transfer is referred to as data transfer rate.
Application Software
Any of the applications you use on your computer browser, word processor, etc
hardware
Any part of a computer or computer system you can physically touch.
Hardware
Any part of the computer that you can touch it includes all physical components
Crowdfunding
Asking for small donations from a large number of people, often using the internet; a style of generating capital to start a business through social media
What three things pushes people to apply their free time to projects, for no money?
Autonomy, Mastery, and Purpose
Being computer literate includes being able to...
Avoid spam, adware, and spyware; use the web effectively; diagnose and fix hardware and software problems
How can I make sure my games display at their best?
Be sure to get a video card with a highly rated graphics processing unit, or GPU, and 2 GB or more of video RAM.
Laser Printer
Beams and static electricity heats to fuse
Computer Literate
Being familiar enough with computers that a user knows how to use them and understands their capabilities and limitations
Computer Literate
Being familiar enough with computers that you understand their capabilities and limitations and you know how to use them.
Gigahertz (GHz)
Billions of machine cycles per second; Systems run at speeds measured in this
Binary digits are also called __________.
Bits
Binary numbers are based on a series of ___.
Bits
What is the latest incarnation of optical storage to hit the market today?
Blu-ray discs
What statements about Bluetooth is FALSE?
Bluetooth can be used over long distances.
The part of the computer used for arithmetic operations is the ____.
CPU
External Drive
Can be accessed from outside (CD or DVD)
External Hard Drive
Can be connected to a computer and used to store data on a portable, non-volatile device
Internal Drive Bay
Cannot be seen or accessed outside
List two musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
Carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis
Resolution
Clearness and sharpness image number of pixels
What type of storage keeps your files on the Internet rather than storing your files solely on a local device?
Cloud storage
All of the following are current focuses of AI research EXCEPT... A. Natural language processing B. Cognitive surplus C. Knowledge representation D. Perception
Cognitive surplus
all-in-one printer
Combines the functions of a printer, scanner, copier, and fax into one machine.
Printer
Common output device, which creates hard copies (copies you can tough) of text and graphics.
legacy technology
Comprises computing devices, software, or peripherals that use techniques, parts, and methods from an earlier time that are no longer popular.
Hardware
Computer printers and other devices
Software
Computer programs that help you preform tasks
Legacy Technology
Computing devices or peripherals that use techniques, parts, and methods from an earlier time that are no longer popular. Although legacy technology may still be functional, it is quickly being replaced by newer technological advances.
track
Concentric circles created in the magnetized surface of each platter; sets up a gridlike pattern that identifies file locations on the hard drive.
Which of the following actions would NOT help to identify your personal ethics? A. Describe yourself. B. Conduct a genealogic study of your extended family. C. Prepare a list of values that are most important to you. D. Identify the influences of your work environment.
Conduct a genealogic study of your extended family
Network Interface Card (NIC)
Enables computers to connect with one another or to a cable modem to access the internet
________ is the science of fitting the workspace to the worker.
Ergonomics
Peripheral Device
Connect to the computer and extend it's functionality i.e. monitor or keyboard
Ethernet Port
Connect your computer to either a cable modem or network
Ushahidi
Crisis Mapping Tool
Which of these is an example of optical storage media?
DVD
Blu-ray (BD)
Data is saved as tiny pits that are burned into the disc by a high-speed laser. BDs can as much 50 GB of data, which is enough to hold approximately 4.5 hours of high-definition video.
Compact Disc (CD)
Data is saved as tiny pits that are burned into the disc by a high-speed laser. CDs can hold up to 700 MB of data
Digital video (or versatile) disc (DVD)
Data is saved as tiny pits that are burned into the disc by a high-speed laser. DVDs can hold up to 4.7 GB of data.
information
Data that has been organized or presented in a meaningful fashion; the result, or output that users require at the end of a job.
Contrast Ratio
Difference in light intensity between White & Black
DVI
Digital Video Interface- LCD monitors as well as other multimedia devices such as televisions, DVD players, and projectors connect to digital video interface (DVI)
Output
Displays data and information in form suitable for user
organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays
Displays that use organic compounds to produce light when exposed to an electric current. Unlike LCDs, OLEDs do not require a backlight to function and therefore draw less power and have a much thinner display, sometimes as thin as 3 mm.
Viewing Angle
Distance in degrees you can move before image degrades
Resolution of printer
Dots per inch, higher dpi=higher quality
List two low-impact forces that can cause injury, discomfort, or fatigue.
Dynamic, static, or contact forces
List two suggestions to maintain good health.
Eat a balanced diet and get adequate rest. Exercise for overall fitness and to improve the strength and flexibility of your body. Learn to manage stress.See a qualified health professional if you have questions about how your medical and physical conditions may be related to MSDs.
byte
Eight binary digits (bits).
Thermal Printer
Either melting wax based ink or burning dots
An input device lets you send processed data out of your computer in the form of text, pictures, sounds, or video.
False
An object's fill color and its line color must always be the same.
False
An ultrabook is similar to a laptop computer, but the monitor swivels and folds flat.
False
Animation Painter is used to change the order in which items are animated during a slide show.
False
Artificial intelligence systems think exactly like human beings do. A. True B. False
False
Artistic effects are the motion effects seen when one slide moves to the next during a presentation.
False
Changing the appearance of the text, layout, or design of a slide is called editing.
False
Changing the wording on an item in a bulleted list is an example of formatting.
False
Displaying text in italics is an example of an artistic effect.
False
Formatting is the process of modifying a presentation by adding and deleting slides or by changing the contents of individual slides.
False
If users wanted to see thumbnails of all of the slides in a presentation, they would use Reading view.
False
In every presentation theme the Body font and the Headings font are the same font.
False
Multiple objects on a slide can be aligned and distributed precisely using commands on the Ribbon.
False
Notes concerning the active slide are entered into the Slide pane.
False
PowerPoint does not allow you to crop a picture by changing its shape.
False
PowerPoint's horizontal ruler starts with 0 on the left side of the slide and proceeds to the edge of the right side of the slide.
False
Shapes and clip art images can be sized and formatted using the same techniques.
False
Slide handouts are printouts that show both the slide image and the notes associated with the slide.
False
SmartArt is a gallery of text styles that can be used to create decorative effects such as mirrored or shadowed text.
False
System software is the set of programs that you use on a computer to help you carry out tasks, such as writing a research paper.
False
Text can be entered on the Slides tab of the Slides/Outline pane, but not on the Outline tab.
False
The Body font is applied to slide titles.
False
The PowerPoint SmartArt graphic type relationship is used to show an organizational chart.
False
The move toward access instead of ownership is a sign of cognitive surplus. A. True B. False
False
The only text alignments allowed in PowerPoint are left justified, right justified, and centered.
False
The process for formatting text in a text box is different than for other placeholders.
False
The shape of an inserted video cannot be changed from the default rectangle.
False
The term fill color only applies to text.
False
The width of a text box expands automatically as you type.
False
Using the sizing handles is the only way to change the size of an image in PowerPoint
False
When animated objects appear in the animation sequence is controlled by the timing options.
False
When setting the duration for animation, increasing the duration causes the animation to go faster.
False
How does LCD work?
Filled with liquid crystal which either blocks or passes light from the fluorescent panel on back of screen. Combos of red blue and green gives us the color we see.
IEEE 1394 High Speed Serial Bus is the technical name for the __________ port.
FireWire
What is Apple Inc.'s name for the IEEE 1394 High Speed Serial bus?
Firewire
Which of the following is NOT an action to prevent eye strain while working at a monitor?
Focus on one spot on the screen for long periods of time
Next Einstein Initiative NEI
Focuses technological resources on talented young Africans
If your feet do not reach the floor, what should you use?
Footrest
What's the best way to keep my system running efficiently?
For optimal performance, one thing you can do is run the Disk Defragmenter utility.
Non-volatile
Forms of memory such as a hard drive, DVD, flash drive, or cloud storage location
Each hexadecimal digit can be represented by ____ in binary.
Four Digits
Ultrabook
Full feature but lightweight laptop. Features low-power processors and solid-state drives. Reduce size and weight to extend battery life without sacrifice performance
Input
Gathers information - user enters data
Brightness
Greatest amount of light showing when displaying pure white
Which of the following ports is used to connect newer monitors or TVs?
HDMI
What internal device has the largest storage capacity?
Hard Drive
____________ is any part of the computer you can physically touch.
Hardware
Which power control option stores data on the hard drive?
Hibernate
What is a compact audio-video interface that allows both HD video and uncompressed digital audio to be carried on one cable?
High-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) port
HDMI
High-definition multimedia interface port; Compact audio-video interface that allows HD Video and audio to be transferred at the same time; Most common type of audio/video transfer technology
ROM (Read Only Memory)
Holds instructions-permanent-Non Volatile storage
Nonvolatile storage device
Holds the data and instructions your computer needs permanently, even after the computer is turned off.
Power Supply
Household inside the system and transforms the wall voltage to the voltages required by computer chips
ergonomics
How a user sets up his or her computer and other equipment to minimize risk of injury or discomfort.
Ergonomics
How set up computer to minimize risk or discomfort
false
If you make a mistake, you can press the Ctrl+L keys to undo your previous actions
true
If your comoputer is connected to the Internet, you can select from professional design templates that are posted on Microsoft Office Online Web site.
Sophisticated modeling software is helping international researchers...
Increase the pace of research in finding and producing vaccines
Sophisticated modeling software is helping international researchers
Increase the pace of research in finding and producing vaccines.
A field of study focused on managing and processing information and the automatic retrieval of information is
Information Technology
data
Numbers, words, pictures, or sounds that represent facts, figures, or ideas; the raw input that users have at the start of a job.
____________ displays use organic compounds that produce light when exposed to an electric current.
OLED
latency
Once the read/write head locates the correct track, it may need to wait for the correct sector to spin to the read/write head. This waiting time is called latency (or rotational delay).
gigahertz (GHz)
One billion hertz.
Blu-ray disc (BDs)
Optical drives are disc drives that use a laser to store and read data. Blu-ray discs get their name because they are read with a blue laser light.
What is optical media used to archive videos?
Optical media includes things like compact discs (CDs), digital video discs (DVDs), or Blu-ray discs (BDs), which come in
OLED
Organic Light-emitting Diode- Organic compounds produce light when exposed to electric current, does not require backlight
Monitor
Output device (sometimes referred to as a display screen), which displays text, graphic, and video as soft copies (copies you can see only on screen).
speakers
Output devices for sound.
Which of the following ports is NOT found on a modern laptop computer?
Parallel
graphics processing unit (GPU)
Performs the same kind of computational work that a CPU performs. However, a GPU is specialized to handle 3-D graphics and image and video processing with incredible efficiency and speed.
nonvolatile storage
Permanent storage, as in read-only memory (ROM).
Which of the following is NOT a preventative measure for computer vision syndrome?
Placing the monitor off-center
List two break methods.
Plan your work so that you are not doing the same thing for extended periods of time.Use different input devices. Work more efficiently by using software and hardware features to reduce your effort.Adjust your monitor's brightness and contrast.
Tablet
Portable integrated into flat multi touch sensitive screen
Laptop/Notebook
Portable single compact
Cold Boot
Powering on you computer from a completely turned off state
HDD (Hard Drive)
Primary Non Volatile Storage
The power supply provides power for all except the ____.
Printer
Plotter Printer
Prints oversize pictures
E-commerce (or electronic commerce)
Process of conducting business online, such as through advertising and selling products
Hertz (Hz)
Processor speed is measured in these units; A measurement of machine cycles per second
Projector
Project monitor images to a large group of people; Typically connect to the computer through a VGA or HDMI cable
Sound card
Provides a connection for the speakers and microphone on the motherboard.
The contents of ___ are erased when the computer is turned off.
RAM
Which of these storage options is considered volatile?
RAM
Which of these is considered nonvolatile storage?
ROM
RFID Radio Frequency Identification Tags
Ranchers use to manage and minimize disease outbreaks among cattle; RFID tags emit a wireless signal at all times across a network, which can communicate with other devices.
cloud storage
Refers to a service that keeps files on the Internet (in the "cloud") rather than storing files solely on a local device.
Internal Hard Drive
Reside within the computer and typically are as large as a couple of Terabytes
Which of the following is NOT found on a motherboard?
SSD
Storage
Saves data
Collaborative Consumption
Sharing products rather than owning them individually
The crisis-mapping tool Ushahidi...
Shows that a free software product can have great value
Tablet or Convertible PC
Similar to laptop but monitor swivels or folds
Portable external HD
Small in protective case and use it via usb. Does not use solid state technology
Netbook
Small lightweight 7-10 in wide, longer battery life but sacrifice performance for portability
true
SmartArt graphics, dynamic and exciting graphics, are available for you to use on your slides in PowerPoint
Gigahertz (GHz)
Speeds measured in billions of machine cycles per second.
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of eye strain?
Spots floating in front of your eyes
Inkjet printer
Standard type of printer found in most homes; they are affordable and produce high-quality color printouts quickly and quietly.
Desktop
Stationary AKA system unit
Two categories of computers
Stationary and portable
What is the purpose of cache memory?
Stores instructions and data used most often by the CPU
QR (Quick Response) Codes
Technology that lets any piece of print in the real world host a live link to online information and video content
volatile storage
Temporary storage, such as in random access memory. When the power is off, the data in volatile storage is cleared out.
Computer Forensics
The application of computer systems and techniques to gather potential legal evidence; a law enforcement specialty used to fight high-tech crime.
resolution
The clearness or sharpness of an image, which is controlled by the number of pixels displayed on the screen.
Cognitive Surplus
The combination of leisure time and the tools needed to be creative
Sleep mode
The computer enters a state of greatly reduced power consumption, which saves energy.
hard disk drive (HDD)
The computer's nonvolatile, primary storage device for permanent storage of software and documents.
random access memory (RAM)
The computer's temporary storage space or short-term memory. It's located in a set of chips on the system unit's motherboard, and its capacity is measured in megabytes or gigabytes.
Digital Divide
The discrepancy between those who have access to the opportunities and knowledge that computers and the internet offer and those who do not
Digital Divide
The gap between the levels of Internet access and the availability of technical tools in different regions of the world.
Which objects should be at about the same height?
The keyboard and the mouse
binary
The language computers use to process data into information, consisting of only the values 0 and 1.
binary language
The language computers use to process data into information, consisting of only the values 0 and 1.
Binary
The language of a computer; Consists only of two numbers 0 or 1
system unit
The metal or plastic case that holds all the physical parts of the computer together, including the computer's processor (its brains), its memory, and the many circuit boards that help the computer function.
USB Universal serial bus port
The most common port used to connect input and output device to the computer. USB 2.0 ports are the current standard and transfer data at 480 Mbps.
South Korea
The most wired country in the world, where 80% of households have high-speed internet connections.
bit depth
The number of bits the video card uses to represent each pixel (or dot) on the monitor,
central processing unit (CPU, or processor)
The part of the system unit of a computer that is responsible for data processing; it is the largest and most important chip in the computer. The CPU controls all the functions performed by the computer's other components and processes all the commands issued to it by software instructions.
Crowdsourcing
The phenomenon of consumers checking in with the voice of the crowd before making purchases.
data mining
The process by which great amounts of data are analyzed and investigated. The objective is to spot significant patterns or trends within the data that would otherwise not be obvious.
warm boot
The process of restarting the system while it's powered on.
cold boot
The process of starting a computer from a powered-down or off state.
Ergonomics
The science that deals with the design and location of machines and furniture so that the people using them aren't subjected to an uncomfortable or unsafe experience.
software
The set of computer programs or instructions that tells the computer what to do and that enables it to perform different tasks.
Software
The set of computer programs or instructions that tells the computer what to do and that enables it to preform different tasks
application software
The set of programs on a computer that helps a user carry out tasks such as word processing, sending e-mail, balancing a budget, creating presentations, editing photos, taking an online course, and playing games.
system software
The set of programs that enables a computer's hardware devices and application software to work together; it includes the operating system and utility programs.
operating system (OS)
The system software that controls the way in which a computer system functions, including the management of hardware, peripherals, and software.
liquid crystal display (LCD)
The technology used in flat-panel computer monitors.
access time
The time it takes a storage device to locate its stored data and make it available for processing,
seek time
The time it takes for the read/write heads to move over the surface of the disk, moving to the correct track,
NOT a healthy computing habit?
The top of the monitor is 2-3 inches below eye level.
purpose
The understanding that you are working for something larger than yourself.
aspect ratio
The width-to-height proportion of a monitor.
Not true about expansion cards?
They are used in laptop and tablet computers.
Not true about video cards?
They include a joystick controller port.
While typing and using a mouse or trackball, how should your upper arms be positioned?
They should fall relaxed at your sides.
3D sound card
This technology advances sound reproduction beyond traditional stereo sound (where the human ear perceives sounds as coming from the left or the right of the performance area) and is better at convincing the human ear that sound is omnidirectional, meaning that you can't tell from which direction the sound is coming.
A(n) ____________ port can allow you to connect up to six different peripherals to your computer.
Thunderbolt
Which of the following is NOT a video port?
Thunderbolt
Response Time
Time it takes for a pixel to change color
Pixels
Tiny dots that make up a monitor screen
Impact Printer
Tiny hammer like keys that strike paper
false
To apply a different color scheme to your presentation, on the Ribbon, click the Insert tab; in the Themes group, click the Colors button.
Web 2.0
Tools and web-based services that emphasize online collaboration and sharing among users
USB 3.1
Transfer speed of 10 GBPS and charges faster
A PowerPoint presentation is made up of a series of slides.
True
A PowerPoint presentation is primarily edited using Normal view.
True
A box on a slide that can hold text, charts, tables, or pictures is called a placeholder.
True
A set of unified design elements that provide a look for a presentation by applying colors, fonts, and effects is called a theme.
True
A text box can be used to place text anywhere on a slide.
True
A thermal printer works either by melting wax-based ink onto ordinary paper or by burning dots onto specially coated paper.
True
A visual or sound effect added to an object or text on a slide is called an animation.
True
An impact printer has tiny hammer-like keys that strike the paper through an inked ribbon to make marks on the paper.
True
An inserted video can be recolored so that it coordinates with the presentation theme.
True
Background graphics that are a part of a theme can be hidden if they interfere with other slide content.
True
Binary language consists of just two digits: 0 and 1.
True
Bluetooth technology is a wireless transmission standard that lets you connect devices such as smartphones to peripheral devices such as headsets.
True
By default, an inserted picture is rectangular in shape.
True
Entering text into a SmartArt graphic must be done through the Text pane.
True
Hactivism is different from cyberterrorism. A. True B. False
True
How text is placed horizontally within a placeholder is referred to as text alignment.
True
If a picture's height is adjusted using the Shape Height box, its width is automatically adjusted proportionally.
True
In PowerPoint's Reading view, the taskbar, title bar, and status bar remain visible.
True
In every presentation theme the Headings font is always larger than the Body font.
True
Increasing the font size of a section of text is an example of editing.
True
Increasing the list level of a bullet point increases its indent and decreases the font size.
True
Intellectual property can be legally protected even though it is not a physical object. A. True B. False
True
List levels, which are similar to outline levels, are represented by a bullet symbol.
True
Notes pages are printouts that show a slide image on the top of the pages and notes that were created using the Notes pane on the bottom of the pages.
True
PowerPoint presentations can be edited in the Slides/Outline pane.
True
Predefined combinations of fill colors and line colors can be found in the Shape Styles gallery.
True
Slide Sorter view allows the user to apply formatting to multiple slides at one time.
True
Slides from an existing presentation can be inserted into the current presentation.
True
T/F - solid fill is one color used throughout the entire slide
True
Text can be placed inside of shapes.
True
Text placed in a shape must be centered.
True
Text that appears at the bottom of every slide is called a footer.
True
Text that prints at the top of each sheet of slide handouts or notes pages is called a header.
True
The PowerPoint SmartArt graphic type matrix shows how parts relate to a whole.
True
The most common keyboard layout is a standard QWERTY keyboard.
True
The theme font determines the Headings font and the Body font.
True
Use the PowerPoint SmartArt graphic type pyramid if you want to show proportional relationships with the largest component on the top or the bottom.
True
Using a glow effect allows you to apply a colored, softly blurred outline to an object.
True
When a bullet point item is promoted its text size increases.
True
When a picture has been selected and can be modified or formatted, sizing handles appear around the picture.
True
When the bullet button is toggled off, the indentation associated with the list is removed.
True
When you change the theme of a presentation, you change the colors, fonts, lines, and fill effects of the presentation.
True
You can create a presentation using the design of one theme and the colors of another theme.
True
You can restore the original theme formatting to a slide by using the Reset Slide Background feature.
True
You can use a picture that you took using a digital camera as a background for a slide.
True
Solid-State Drive (SSD)
Ultra books/Laptops no moving parts more efficient no noise little heat or power
Which of the following statements is FALSE? A. Individuals who have no sense of right or wrong exhibit amoral behavior. B. Life experience affects an individual's personal ethics. C. Unethical behavior is always illegal. D. Ethical decisions are usually influenced by personal ethics.
Unethical behavior is always illegal
Spam
Unwanted junk e-mail.
Spam
Unwanted or junk email
High Low Tech
Use inexpensive low tech parts to imitate the utility of expensive high tech tools
Flash Memory Card
Use solid-state flash to store data; Can be very small-about the size of a stamp, with the capacity of a DVD
false
Use they Typewriter tool to add text to a slide without using a content or text placeholder
Webcam
Used to directly capture and transfer a live video to the computer
solid state drive (SSD)
Uses the same kind of memory that flash drives use, but whereas flash drives have access times of about 1 ms, SSD drives can reach data in only a tenth of that time (around 0.1 ms).
Which technologies have been used during times of crisis?
Ushahidi, SwiftRiver, Email, NOT QR codes
Cloud storage
Using a service that keeps your files on the Internet rather than storing them solely on a local device.
crowdfunding
Using the Internet to get small donations from many people to start a business is called
VGA
Video Graphics Array- Port to which CRT monitors and many older LCD monitors connect
video memory
Video cards include their own RAM called video memory.
digital video interface (DVI) port
Video interface technology that newer LCD monitors, as well as other multimedia devices such as televisions, DVD players, and projectors, use to connect to a PC.
Quick Response
What does QR stand for?
true
When you start PowerPoint, a new blank presentation appears on the screen.
false
a title identifies the data series or bars in a column chart
Bluetooth
a type of wireless communication
false
a worksheet is made up of placeholders
people who dont read emotion easily in others hope for new progress in the field of
affective computing
An ideal chair for the workplace does all of the following EXCEPT__________.
allow legs to make contact with the sides of the chair
Which of the following display screens does not require a backlight to function?
an organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display
computer forensics*
analyzes computer systems with specific techniques to gather potential legal evidence. When have a suspect can search computer history and searches etc
QR Codes (Quick Response Codes)*
any piece of print in the real world can host a live link to online info and video content. They can be on fliers, advertisements, signs etc. Use app on smartphone to scan the code
Close talk mics
attached to a headset. allow you to listen too
ensuring that the content, tone, and style of a website match your needs is checking for
audience
How to be computer savvy
avoid hackers protect privacy understand real risks use web wisely avoid online annoyances (spam)be able to maintain, upgrade, and troubleshoot computer
Researchers believe that microchips may one day
be able to restore sight to the blind
Computer Literate*
being familiar enough with computers that you understand their capabilities and limitations and know how to use them efficiently
Technology and Medicine
biomedical chip implants could give sight to the blind VeriMed is a personal ID chip size of rice and implanted under skin; contains name address and medical conditions of person whom the chip was implanted in Mu-chip as well Science and Technology Tornado forecasting more accurate can study ruins without being onsite
in a computer, each __________ can represent one letter, number or symbol
byte
intellectual property
can be protected legally by the patent system, is the result of someones creative work and design, can include works of music, films, or engineering design.
Incorrect placement of your keyboard can cause __________.
carpal tunnel syndrome
Crowdsourcing*
checking in with the voice of the crowd. Example) MobileVoice to see people's verdict on quality of an item. Some companies are using them to improve their business and be proactive.
Lavalier Mics
clip on microphones, hands free
all of the following are current focuses of Al research except
cognitive surplus
Digital audio software can be used to
compose songs or soundtracks with virtual instruments
Affective Computing
computing that relates to emotion or deliberately tries to influence emotion. the wide gap in computers' ability to do calculations versus their emotional abilities is the target of research
which of following actions would not help to identify your personal ethics
conduct a genealogical study of extended family
When buying a monitor, which factor determines the difference in light intensity?
contrast ratio
what allows retailers to respond to consumer buying patterns?
data mining
Digital Divide*
difference in ease of access to technology. prevents us from using all of the minds on the planet to solve the planet's problems.
BD-ROM
disc Are read-only optical discs, meaning you can't save any data onto them.
the most common output device for soft output is a
display screen
which component of a computing device drains the battery the fastest
display screen
Byte
eight binary digits together
Spam*
electronic junk mail
All-in-one Computer
eliminates the need for separate tower also comes in touch screen
Ushahidi
example of crisis mapping tool. Developed In Kenya when a Okolloh was overwhelmed with messages about the violence. Later SwiftRiver was developed which rates the submissions and quality of info for accurateness.
Technology in Law Enforcement
facial recognition from skull search databases computer based trainingcomputer forensics
App creation software includes tools like Adobe Photoshop.
false
Files deleted from a flash drive are sent to the Recycle Bin and could be recovered, if necessary.
false
Modern desktop operating systems are considered single-user multitasking operating systems.
false
System restore points can only be created by Windows automatically on a regular schedule.
false
T/F - a bevel finish gives a dull and rough effect
false
T/F - a black slide is a special animation effect used to progress from one slide to the next
false
T/F - a synonym is a word with an opposite meaning
false
T/F - an apple waveform (.wav) file uses a standard format to encode and communicate music and sound between computers music synthesizers and instruments
false
T/F - as you select the shapes and then size them keep in mind that your audience will focus on the smallest shapes first
false
T/F - contrast determines the overall lightness or darkness of the entire image
false
T/F - creating a text slide with a multi-level bulleted list requires only one simple step
false
T/F - even if your printer is not capable of printing color images the preview will still appear in color
false
T/F - monitor dimensions and resolution do not affect how buttons display on the ribbon
false
T/F - the background styles gallery displays backgrounds from dark to light running from top to bottom
false
T/F - the difference between the effects and the styles is that each style has several options providing you with more control over the exacts look of the image
false
T/F - the primary colors are formed when the secondary colors are mixed
false
T/F - the standard dictionary contains many proper names abbreviations and technical terms
false
T/F - to change the formatting of a word the entire word must be selected
false
T/F - to move a clip in smaller increments press the f4 key while pressing the arrow keys
false
Webcasts are delivered only as prerecorded audio and video content.
false
a blog is usually written b multiple authors
false
a macro is a program released early to the public for testing and evaluation
false
artificial intelligence systems must think exactly like humans do
false
conventional disk drives are superior to SSD drives because they have no moving parts
false
digital activism is an exercise platform
false
the "Brain" of the computer is the USB
false
the move towards access instead of ownership is a sign of cognitive surplus
false
web based databases cannot be used to help investigators solve criminal cases
false
Mastery
feeling confident and excited about learning new skills
Mastery*
feeling of confidence and excitement from seeing your own skills progress
Information technology (IT)
field of study focused on handling and automatic retrieval of information.
Information Technology*
field of study focused on managing and processing info and the automatic retrieval of info. includes computers, telecommunications, and software deployment
ergonomics is an important consideration
for all computing devices
Maltron Keyboard
for people who can only use one hand
Autonomy*
freedom to work without constant direction and control
computer forensics uses computer systems and technology to
gather potential legal evidence
Witness Protection
hopes to stop human rights abuses throughout the world
Front side bus
how fast data is exchanged between CPU and RAM
Speed of printer
how many pages per minute black and white is faster than color
in the URL https://www.whitehouse.gov/blog, which part is considered the protocol
https
all of the following are sensors found in certain smartphones except
hygrometer
which of the following describes an IP address
identifies a website, referred to as dotted quad, identifies any computer connection to the internet
when installing software you will often see a question that asks
if you want a full (typical) or a custom installation
studies reveal that human motivation is fostered by
increasing levels of mastery, ability to self direct, and directing your work toward a higher goal than just your own needs
_________ printers work by spraying tiny drops of ink onto paper
inkjet
software*
instructions that tell your computer what to do. install the right ones to avoid online annoyances
Modem card
internet via phone line
When a printer receives a command, it generates a unique signal to the OS, which is called a(n)
interrupt
How are arts and computers related?
need to know how to manage a website for selling your art. new experiences for audiences such as dance movements that are computer generated. Mastery software suchas Adobe Illustrator and photoshop is essential for creating digital art
Khan Accademy
nonprofit website that has videos to teach students. Also has automated testing following each video series so students can try similar problems until show mastery. teacher can follow what is happening in the classroom too so knows how exactly to help students
software that includes programs to help you at work, home and school is called
open source software
Calendars, tasks, and e-mail will be found in which application?
outlook
The keyboard should be positioned so your forearms are ________.
parallel to the floor while you are typing
which of the following would not be a good precaution to take when making an online purchase
pay by debit not credit card
Supercomputer
performs complex calculations
A(n) ____________ prints oversize pictures that require the drawing of precise and continuous lines.
plotter
when an OS process tests in a priority order, it is known as
preemptive multitasking
what web browser feature would be particularly useful when using public computers
privacy browsing
Data Mining*
process of searching huge amounts of data with the hope of finding a pattern. For inventory control and to be able to respond to consumer buying patterns
Which of the four major functions of a computer is responsible for manipulating, calculating, and organizing data into information?
processing
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
Dvorak Keyboard
puts the most used letters in the English language on the home keys which decreases the distance your fingers travel for most keystrokes which would increase typing speed. Tried to switch over but not much public interest.
which of the following is an example of financial management software
quicken
Next Einstein Initiative
rallying the support of the world to identify mathematical genius
Software
refers to the commands that instruct a computer what to do
Image-editing software allows you to
remove red eye
Cognitive Surplus
results when leisure time and tools allow us to engage in creative acts
social networking tools played a part in what?
revolutions in 2011
which of the following devices would use a real-time operating system
roomba vacuum
the C: drive on a windows PC is like a large filing cabinet and is referred to as the
root directory
Offshored*
sent to other countries. many types of programming jobs have suffered this, but not video game development
The gathering together of groups of people using online tools to connect and exchange ideas is
social networking
What provides a level of instant connection and instant distribution of information that is reshaping the world
social networking tools
When a vendor hosts software on a website and you don't need to install the software on your device, this is known as:
software as a service
Crowdsourcing
solicits online input from consumers
Speaker
sound input; usually built in
Embedded
specially designed computer chip in another device
Non impact printer (Inkjet)
sprays ink uses less beams
Education and Technology
students and teachers must have working knowledge of computers now.
A ____________ is an input device that looks like a pen, which you use to tap commands or draw on a screen.
stylus
what can forecast tornadoes within minutes?
supercomputers
Mainframe computers do what?
supports hundreds of users simultaneously
the minimum recommended standards for the operating system, processor, primary memory (RAM) and storage capacity for certain software are called
system requirements
which of the following is not considered an accessibility utility
system restore
A(n) ____________ computer has a monitor that swivels and folds flat.
tablet
Emotional - Social prosthesis (ESP) device
targeted at helping people who have autism.
which of the following would you not see on a windows 10 start menu
task view
AIMS
teaching young minds in Africa so we can use their smarts. African Institute for Mathematical Sciences. Trying to close the digital divide
which of following describes copyleft
terms enabling redistributing open source software
The crisis of growing digital divide is being addressed by what?
the Next Einstein project
Creative Surplus*
the ability of the world's populace to volunteer and collaborate on large projects.
The digital divide contributes to
the cycle of poverty
if criminal investigators using computer forensics find evidence
the evidence CAN be used in court
Social Networking*
the gathering together of groups of people using online tools to connect and exchange ideas
if you would like to return to a website that you listed last week but cant remember the URL, you should look at
the history list
false
the logo master lets you add items that you want to appear on all your handouts, such as a logo, the date, and time.
true
the main difference between linking and embedding is where you store the data and how you update the data after you place it in the destination file
Data Mining
the process by which great amounts of data are analyzed and investigated. The objective is to spot significant patterns or trends within the data that would otherwise not be obvious
Information Technology (IT)
the set of techniques used in processing and retrieving information
true
the slide master controls the formatting for all slides in the presentation.
Purpose*
the understanding that you are working for something larger than yourself
What type of printer uses wax-based ink?
thermal
Video Games
they are best developed for a local market by people native to that market so it won't be offshored
How do we connect in the technology age?
through music, there are new ways with Google Street View (apply music with pictures to evoke emotional memories) and now we report the news (DYTHR)
the fastest computer port is the _______ port
thunderbolt
false
to find and replace text, on the Home tab of the Ribbon, in the Proofing group, use the Find and Replace commands
Hacktivism is different from cyberterrorism
true
RAM is volatile storage
true
T/F - With the exception of the blank slide, Powerpoint assumes every new slide has a title
true
T/F - a point is 1/72 of an inch in height
true
T/F - gradient fill is one color shade gradually progressing to another shade of the same color or one color progressing into another color
true
T/F - holding down the SHIFT key while dragging a rectangle shape draws a square
true
T/F - landscape orientation is where the slide width is where the slide width is greater than its height
true
T/F - people remember at least one-third more information when the document they are seeing or reading contains visual elements
true
T/F - powerpoint classifies animated GIF files as a type of video or movie because the clips have movement or action
true
T/F - powerpoint does not allow you to wrap text around a picture or other graphic
true
T/F - the dictionary used in power point is shared with the other Microsoft Office applications such as word and excel
true
T/F - when a digital camera does not measure the tone correctly a color cast occurs and as a result one color dominates the picture
true
T/F - when you drag the scroll box the slide indicator shows the number and title of the slide you are about to display
true
T/F - you can embed and edit videos from within power point instead of needing to use a separate program to customize your media files
true
T/F - you can have the video fill the entire slide which is referred to as full screen
true
T/F - you can reapply a change you reserved with the Undo button by clicking the redo button
true
When you buy software, you can only use it as specified in the EULA
true
a touch pad is a pointing device usually found in laptops
true
big data describes the vast amounts of both structured and unstructured data that is generated daily
true
course management software creates a virtual learning experience for students and houses course materials, tests, and discussion boards
true
data and information are not interchangeable terms
true
different versions of linux are known as distros
true
geolocation requires a GPS chip in a mobile device
true
google docs is an example of software as a service.as
true
the "S" in HTTPS stands for secure and indicate that the secure sockets layer protocol has been applied to the website
true
the power on self test (POST) ensures all peripheral devices are attached and operational
true
which of following statements is false
unethical behavior is always illegal
artists interface with technology often but cannot yet
use software to suggest plot endings
being computer literate includes being able to
use web effectively, diagnose and fix hardware and software problems, avoid spam, adware and spyware
Swap.com
usees power of peer to peer connections to find best set of matches for people to trade things.
Witness Project
uses cameras and video to "See it. Film It. Change It."
touch-screen devices usually feature ______ keyboards
virtual
a feature in windows 10 that is used to organize open windows into task specific groups is called
virtual desktops
SixthSense
wearable device hanging around your neck that has a camera a projector and a mirror that communicates with the internet over bluetooth through the cell phone in your pocket. It AUGMENTS REALITY by giving you info as you need it.
collaborative consumption is
when people get together to increase the use of a single product by sharing access to it
true
when you enter text using the Outline tab, pressing the Tab and Enter keys doesn't work the same way as when you work in the Slide pane.
Psychology and Technology
working to develop computers that can respond to human emotional expression and to have computers have emotional and social skills affective computing
Autonomy
working without continual direction and control
To reduce wrist strain, use a(n) __________.
wrist rest
Digital Pens
write with the pen on any paper, the pen stores your writing then wirelessly transmits and stores it in a flash drive
true
you can apply a table style to format the table elements at once
false
you can move between cells in a table by pressing the Ctrl key