Module 3 Review Questions CIS-16/11/2021

(True or False) The speed at which data travels on a bus is referred to as the word size.

False

If you are experiencing display problems on your computer, which of the following troubleshooting techniques might you attempt first? -Contact a professional for assistance. -Replace the cables. -Check to see that all cables are properly connected. -Purchase a new monitor.

Check to see that all cables are properly connected

Which of the following storage devices requires an Internet connection? -internal hard drive -cloud storage -solid state drive -flash memory

Cloud storage When you store data on the cloud, it is stored on the internet rather than the computers hard drive so it is accessible on other computers

In which of the following types of computers is the system unit in separate housing from the monitor? -desktop computer -all-in-one computer -laptop computer -tablet

Desktop computer

Which of the following tells your computer how to connect to devices you might connect? -device manager -device driver -configuration manager -communication manager

Device driver

(True or False) Uninterruptable power supplies and surge suppressors will help protect your computer from power outages.

False

(True or False) Plotters are small, lightweight printers that easily can be connected to mobile devices

False A plotter is computer hardware device much like a printer that is uses pencils or pen instead of toner

Flash memory is a type of volatile memory

False Volatile memory- computer storage that only maintains its data while the device is powered Flash memory- retains data in the absence of a power supply

What types of input and output devices would be ideal for a college student completing his or her coursework?

Output devices- a monitor, printer Input devices- keyboard, mouse

Under which of the following circumstances might you be most likely to contact a professional to repair your computer or mobile device? -screen is broken -computer cannot synchronize with Bluetooth accessories -computer or device is too hot -printer will not print

Screen is broken

All of the following are pointing devices except: -trackball -touchpad -mouse -touchpointer

Touch pointer

In an 8-bit coding scheme, 8 bits can represent one character

True

(True or False) In general, a high-powered processor is not necessary for a computer that will be used primarily to check email and browse the web.

True A plotter is computer hardware device much like a printer that is uses pencils or pen instead of toner

Volatile memory loses its contents when power is removed

True Volatile memory only maintains data while the device is powered.

When individuals are purchasing a computer, they sometimes might get the most expensive computer they can afford. Why might this not be a good idea?

You don't need an expensive, overpowered computer for what you need(checking emails, surfing the internet).

Despite how well you might take care of your computer, problems can always arise. When troubleshooting problems you encounter, at what point should you engage a professional for assistance? Why? At what point might you consider purchasing a new computer?

You should get a professional to help if you discover a problem with the hardware that is within the computer chassis.