PLS 21 Exam # 1

A computer is an electronic device that performs basic operations. Which of these can a computer NOT perform? a) input b) output c) data storage d) amplification

d) storage amplification

Which phrase can be used to describe 'a system that helps an organization gain a competitive advantage by supporting its strategic goals and/or increasing performance and productivity? a) value system b) mass customization c) support activities d) strategic information systems

d) strategic information systems

Which of these is not a basic operation of a computer? a) processing b) output c) electronic data storage d) these are all basic operations of a computer

d) these are all basic operations of a computer

Which one is not one of the three majors of cloud computing that companies provide to customers or groups of customers? a) public clouds b) private clouds c) hybrid clouds d) vertical clouds

d) vertical clouds

A petabyte is approximately ? a) 1,000 terabytes b) 100 terabytes c) 10,000 terabytes d) 10 terabytes

a) 1,000 terabytes

Who can access the private cloud? a) A single entity or an exclusive group of related entity b) Different entities c) A group of entity d) unfamiliar entity

a) A single entity or an exclusive group of related entity

What is a computer network? a) A system that connects computers and other devices via communication media so that data and information can be transmitted among them b) Connecting with other people c) Connecting sites d) Starting a new program

a) A system that connects computers and other devices via communication media so that data and information can be transmitted among them

What is a chroma key? a) A visual post-production technique for compositing two images or video streams together based on color hues b) A small piece of shaped metal c) The process of taking the project file and converting it to a self contained file format d) A graphic process to organize a project

a) A visual post-production technique for compositing two images or video streams together based on color hues

What are the advantages of wireless devices? a) All of Below b) They have sufficient computing power to perform productive tasks c) They can communicate wirelessly with the Internet and other devices d) They are small enough to easily carry or wear

a) All of Below

Which one of these is a Social Engineering attack? a) An attacker impersonates a company manager on the telephone to obtain a password to use b) A high level employee has sensitive information on all his employees c) A temporary employee befriends many high level employees d) An employee with a lack of concern for information security makes an error

a) An attacker impersonates a company manager on the telephone to obtain a password to use

What is competitive advantage? a) Any asset or assets that provide an organization with a competitive edge b) When a company has more success over another company in the same field c) When a company has more success overall than a company in a different field d) None of the above

a) Any asset or assets that provide an organization with a competitive edge

A computer program designed to support a specific task or business process? a) Application b) Ergonomics c) Software d) Information System

a) Application

Information technology can help protect against? a) terrorism b) break-ups c) gluttony d) acne

a) terrorism

What is a super computer? a) the fastest computer b) the biggest computer c) the coolest computer d) the best computer

a) the fastest computer

What format does YouTube recommend? a) AVI b) MOV c) MP4 d) MPEG

c) MP4

What do Operating Systems do? a) Manage Hardware b) Manage Software c) Manage Hardware and Software d) None of the above

c) Manage Hardware and Software

What is an example of software? a) Google Chrome b) The computer mouse c)Microsoft Word d) A and C

d) A and C

Which one is a video editing software? a) Windows movie maker b) Open movie editor c) Adobe Premiere d) All of them

d) All of them

Why is bus networking topology used in local area of networks? a) Because a signal from the source travels in both directions to all machines connected on the bus cable b) It connects faster with devices and servers c) Both a and b d) None of them

a) Because a signal from the source travels in both directions to all machines connected on the bus cable

How does competitive advantage help organizations? a) Control a Market b) learn about future costs c) learn about opportunity costs d) help with understanding life

a) Control a Market

What is information? a) Data that is organized to have meaning and value b) Stored, unorganized data c) Data that has been processed to convey understanding d) Data without meaning or value

a) Data that is organized to have meaning and value

Thin-client systems are what computer systems that do not offer the full functionality of a PC? a) Desktop computer systems b) Notebook computer systems c) tablet computer systems d) Netbook

a) Desktop computer systems

Which of the following browsers did Netscape evolved into? a) Firefox b) Chrome c) Safari d) Opera

a) Firefox

Cellular technology continues to evolve through many stages. Describe first generation cellular technology. a) First generation (1G) cellular networks used analog signals and had low bandwidth (capacity). b) First generation (1G) uses digital signals primarily for voice communication; it pro- vides data communication up to 10 Kbps. c) First generation (1G) uses digital signals and provides voice and data communication up to 144 Kbps. d) First generation (1G) uses digital signals and can transmit voice and data up to 384 Kbps when the device is moving at a walking pace, 128 Kbps when it is moving in a car, and up to 2 Mbps when it is in a fixed location. 3G supports video, Web browsing, and instant messaging.

a) First generation (1G) cellular networks used analog signals and had low bandwidth (capacity).

Which of the following are examples of the Cloud? a) Google Drive b) Microsoft Word c) Adobe Products d) None of the above

a) Google Drive

Which of the following allows organizations to use their computing resources more efficiently, provides fault tolerance and redundancy, and makes it easy to scale up and down? a) Grid computing b) Utility computing c) Server virtualization d) Hybrid computing

a) Grid computing

Which is not a web design programming language? a) HATM b) HTML c) Java d) PHP

a) HATM

What are the differences between hardware and software? a) Hardware is the physical device used on the computer b) There is no difference between the two c) Hardware helps run the system d) Software can be seen on the computers

a) Hardware is the physical device used on the computer

Which is an advantage of prototyping? a) Helps verify feasibility of design b) Lowers training costs c) Encourages inadequate problem analysis d) Both A and B

a) Helps verify feasibility of design

What are the two main types of input devices called? a) Human data-entry devices and source data-automation devices b) computer data-entry devices and software data- entry devices c) hardware data-entry devices and mouse data-entry devices d) None

a) Human data-entry devices and source data-automation devices

What does HTTP stand for? a) Hypertext Transfer Protocol b) Hypertext Transport Protocol c) Hypertext Text Protocol d) Hypertext Transition Protocol

a) Hypertext Transfer Protocol

What is NOT true about IP address? a) IP stands for "Internet Provider" b) Each computer on the internet have a unique IP address c) By just looking at the IP configurations, you can distinguish IP addresses used for business network d) Most desktops have Static IP while laptops have Dynamic IP

a) IP stands for "Internet Provider"

Which of one in the following list is in charge of managing all systems throughout an organization? a) IS Director b) Chief Information Officer c) Information Center Manager d) Network Manager

a) IS Director

What is NOT a benefit of becoming an informed IT user? a) It allows you to become aware of economic situations to contribute to economic growth b) You can benefit your company or organization through technology c) You can identify which IT applications your organization needs d) It will help you be aware of constant changes in the development of technology

a) It allows you to become aware of economic situations to contribute to economic growth

Which of the following is a characteristic of application software? a) It directs a computer system to perform specific information-processing activities and also to provide functionality for users. b) It supervises the overall operation of the computer by monitoring the computer’s status, scheduling operations, and managing input and output processes. c)It is distributed with license terms that ensure that its source code will always be available. d) It's the control and support of the computer system and computer's information-processing activities.

a) It directs a computer system to perform specific information-processing activities and also to provide functionality for users.

What is the web browser? a) It is a computer software application to process the resources in the world wide world b) It is an important component of your computer

a) It is a computer software application to process the resources in the world wide world

What is the purpose of RAM in a computer? a) It is a form of computer data storage b) It is an expansion card which generates a feed of output images to a display c) It allows additional boards to be connected d) It carries out the instructions of a computer program by performing the basic arithmetic, logical, and control operations

a) It is a form of computer data storage

What is a word processor we learned in lecture? a) It refers to an obsolete type of stand-alone office machine b) A text editor or word processor that can save in plain text format c) computer software d) None of the above

a) It refers to an obsolete type of stand-alone office machine

What is the major light in "3 Point Lighting"? a) Key Light b) Fill Light c) Hair Light d) Backlight

a) Key Light

What is boot loader's job? a) Load other software for operating systems b) Reboot the computer c) Load other hardware for operating systems d) It does nothing

a) Load other software for operating systems

Which distinct class of system remains popular in large enterprises for extensive computing applications that are accessed by thousands of users at one time? a) Mainframes b) thin-client systems c) Netbooks d) Microcomputers

a) Mainframes

What is the difference between Master data management and Master data? a) Master data management is a process that spans all organizational business processes and applications. While, Master data are a set of core data, such as customer, product, employee, vendor, geographic location. b) Master data management involves a formal set of business processes and policies that are designed to ensure that data are handled in certain fashions. While Master data are those data that visitors and customers produce when they visit a Web site and click on hyperlinks c) Master data management is a collection of logically related records. While Master data are applied to multiple transactions and are used to categorize, aggregate, and evaluate the transaction data d) Business activities that do not add value directly to a firm’s product or service

a) Master data management is a process that spans all organizational business processes and applications. While, Master data are a set of core data, such as customer, product, employee, vendor, geographic location.

Hardware refers to the physical equipment used for all of the following EXCEPT ? a) Memory b) Input c) Processing d) Storage Activities

a) Memory

"Memory is transient." What does transient mean? a) Memory disappears when the power is turned off. b) Memory can be transferred between different computers. c) Memory can hold lots of information. d) Memory is constantly saved in the computer, whether it is off or on.

a) Memory disappears when the power is turned off.

What web browser created in 1993 led to the explosion of web use? a) Mosaic b) Google c) HTML d) Internet Explorer

a) Mosaic

Describe a transition. a) Movement from one clip to another b) Links to videos c) Switchers and mixers d) Understanding how to edit

a) Movement from one clip to another

Which of the following contain volatile memory? a) RAM b) hard disk c) power supply d) USB flash drive

a) RAM

What is Windows Media Video (WMV) used for? a) Streaming and downloading content b) Downloading and sharing content c) Streaming and sharing content d) None of the above.

a) Streaming and downloading content

Which rank the highest in the computer hierarchy? a) Supercomputers b) Mainframe computers c) Midrange computers d) Microcomputers

a) Supercomputers

Which of the following is an information technology career? a) Systems Manager b) Financial analyst c) CEO d) Cashier

a) Systems Manager

What is a strategic information system? a) Systems that help an organization gain a competitive advantage by supporting its strategic goals and/or increasing performance and productivity b) A production process in which items are produced in large quantities but are customized to fit the desires of each customer c) Business activities that do not add value directly to a firm’s product or service under consideration but support the primary activities that do add value. d) The integration and interdependence of economic, social, cultural, and ecological facets of life, enabled by rapid advances in information technology

a) Systems that help an organization gain a competitive advantage by supporting its strategic goals and/or increasing performance and productivity

Not all computers have operating system? a) TRUE b) FALSE

a) TRUE

What is an IT strategic plan and what is one of the three objectives must they meet? a) The IT strategic plan is a set of long-range goals that describe the IT infrastructure and identify the major IT initiatives needed to achieve the organizations ​goals. One goal is that it must provide for an IT architecture that seamlessly networks users, applications, and databases. b) The IT strategic plan is a set of long-range goals that describe the IT infrastructure and identify the major IT initiatives needed to achieve the organizations ​goals. One goal is that it must make the company CEO lots of money. c)The IT strategic plan is a set of emergency plans. One goal is that it must provide for an IT architecture that seamlessly networks users, applications, and databases. d) The IT strategic plan is a set of emergency plans. One goal is that it must make the company CEO lots of money.

a) The IT strategic plan is a set of long-range goals that describe the IT infrastructure and identify the major IT initiatives needed to achieve the organizations ​goals. One goal is that it must provide for an IT architecture that seamlessly networks users, applications, and databases.

What manages the software and hardware resources? a) The Operating System b) Central Processing Unit c) RAM d) GUI

a) The Operating System

What is the best framework for analyzing competitiveness? a) The competitive forces model b) Global competitive rank test c) Comparison of competing markets d) International competitive analysis

a) The competitive forces model

Which one is correct about RAM? a) The higher the ram is, the faster speed you can get when you're running an application in computer b) Ram is where you can store any types of files c) Ram is a software d) Ram can be replaced by a hard drive

a) The higher the ram is, the faster speed you can get when you're running an application in computer

Which of the following is the most common justification for companies to buy IT applications? a) The need for information organizational planning b) A positive impact on company work efficiency c) Negative incidents due to data breaches d) Mandates by law and other political entities require them to do so

a) The need for information organizational planning

What does VPN stand for? a) Virtual Private Network b) Video Process News c) Video Private Network d) Virtual Private News

a) Virtual Private Network

Which video format is small enough to attach to an email? a) WMV b) FLV c) AVI d) MOV

a) WMV

Which of the following is one of the four major threats to wireless security? a) War driving b) Right runs c) Scrupulous access point d) Hop scotching

a) War driving

What are the CSS specifications are maintained by? a) World Wide Web b) Consortium c) JAVA d) Software Hardware

a) World Wide Web

What is a database? a) a collection of information about a certain subject, such as information about stocks and sales by a mail-order company, or information about books in a library b) a collection of basic data c) a collection of data concerning technology d) a collection of works about literature

a) a collection of information about a certain subject, such as information about stocks and sales by a mail-order company, or information about books in a library

What is a computer? a) a computer is a machine that can be programmed to manipulate symbols b) a computer responds to a specific set of instructions in an unorganized manner c) a computer can execute a post recorded​ list of instructions (a program) d) A computer slowly stores and sends large amounts of data

a) a computer is a machine that can be programmed to manipulate symbols

What is a web browser? a) a software application for retrieving, presenting, and traversing information resources on the World Wide Web b) a markup language that web browsers use to interpret and compose text, images and other material into visual or audible web pages c) a web application framework developed and marketed by Microsoft to allow programmers to build dynamic websites, web applications and web services d) a general-purpose server-side scripting language originally designed for web development to produce dynamic web pages

a) a software application for retrieving, presenting, and traversing information resources on the World Wide Web

What is a pivot table? a) a table showing summarized data b) a data summarization tool c) a built-in excel function d) a word processing program

a) a table showing summarized data

BYOD, which refers to a policy that allows employees to bring and use their own personal mobile devices, stands for _____? a) bring your own device b) bring your own donuts c) being your own doctor d) Beijing Youth Operations District

a) bring your own device

What is not the primary goals in the creation of the Java language? It should be: a) complex, narrow-purpose language b) robust and secure c) interpreted, threaded and dynamic

a) complex, narrow-purpose language

Which of the following is not one of the four operations that define a computer? a) editing b) input c) output d) processing

a) editing

what is one of the key elements on Excel did Professor Frank discuss in class? a) formula bar b) textbox c) spelling/grammar d) graphs

a) formula bar

In a spread sheet, what are rows? a) horizontally aligned cells b) vertically aligned cells c) a single cell d) data collected across multiple cells

a) horizontally aligned cells

What is a computer network? a) is a set of computers connected together for the purpose of sharing resources b) computer that connects to network c) a computer used only for important business d) A single computer that doesn't share a network

a) is a set of computers connected together for the purpose of sharing resources

What does a Text Wrap perform? a) makes it so that when you reduce the size of a cell, only a few words show up in the cell instead of some letters being covered b) creates borders around the text you are trying specify c) wraps text to other text when trying to compile different boxes d) text wrapping is a function that minimizes boxes without distorting the content within

a) makes it so that when you reduce the size of a cell, only a few words show up in the cell instead of some letters being covered

Which of the following refers to "personal computer"? a) microcomputer b) macrocomputer c) supercomputer d) mainframes

a) microcomputer

Which of the following isn't part of the integrated peripheral? a) microphone b) LAN c) USB d) audio

a) microphone

Which of the following is NOT considered hardware? a) microsoft office b) ram c) hard drive d) motherboard

a) microsoft office

Which of the following is not a type of computer? a) miniframe b) supercomputer c) mainframe d) minicomputer

a) miniframe

Routers direct traffic on the internet from ___ to ___. a) node, node b) start, finish c) point, point d) one computer, the other

a) node, node

What do you need to be considered a cloud storage and/or cloud computing service? a) on-demand self service, accessible broad network, pooled resources usage, rapid elasticity, and measuarble service b) An online datebase, network, netzero, and AOL c) Google Cloud, Onedrive, Koofers, and Chegg d) My will to live, your will to live, our will to live, and the answer to life is 42

a) on-demand self service, accessible broad network, pooled resources usage, rapid elasticity, and measuarble service

In the short Video "How Technology Changes Us", it is stated that once time was mechanized, we accidentally mechanized ___________. a) ourselves b) production c) sales d) farming

a) ourselves

Which app below can be used for photo editing? a) photoshop b) pages c) excel d) itunes

a) photoshop

Regarding Globalization, rapid advances in information technology will most likely a) promote globalization b) restrict globalization from occurring c) have no effect the globalization d) reverse the effects of globalization that have affected many facets life (i.e. cultural, social, economic, etc.).

a) promote globalization

Which one of the four is a managing program? a) single-task b) Command-Line c) SRAM d) Microsoft Word

a) single-task

What is the correct ordering of the types of computers if they were ranked from most powerful to least powerful? a) supercomputers, mainframes, minicomputers, microcomputers b) supercomputers, mainframes, microcomputers, minicomputers c) mainframes, supercomputers, minicomputers, microcomputers d) mainframes, supercomputers, microcomputers, minicomputers

a) supercomputers, mainframes, minicomputers, microcomputers

What is the definition of computer literacy? a) technical knowledge and skill in the use of computers and information technology b) the ability to synthesize data into a plan c) the ability to use technology to accomplish a goal d) knowing how to use Excel, Word, and other Microsoft products

a) technical knowledge and skill in the use of computers and information technology

What is hardware? a) the physical components of a computer b) the applications and programs needed to start, run, and perform tasks on your computer c) a series of applications that work together to meet a need, or to increase core productivity d) none of the above.

a) the physical components of a computer

What is Hardware? a) the physical components of the computer b) the applications and programs needed to start, run and perform tasks on your computer c) a series of applications that work together to meet a need, or to increase core productivity d) another word for the internet

a) the physical components of the computer

What is one of the useful tools for Microsoft Excel? a) the “Fx†function b) mail merge c) photo editing d) event reminders

a) the “Fx†function

What is Electronic commerce system? a) type of interorganizational information system b) type of computer system c) type of trading system d) type of company system

a) type of interorganizational information system

What is absolute referencing? a) when both the row & column are locked in place b) when only the row is locked in place c) when only the column is locked in place d) when neither the row nor column is locked in place

a) when both the row & column are locked in place

What symbol is used in absolute addressing? a)% b)$ c)* d)#

a)%

What percentage of your grade are lecture exams worth? a) 25% b) 35% c) 45% d) 100%

b) 35%

The central processing unit (CPU) is best considered a what? a) A type of secondary storage b) A microprocessor c) A voice output d) A form of an open source software

b) A microprocessor

What is local area network? a) A network that covers a large geographical area b) A network to connect two or more devices in a limited geographical region c) A model of enterprise computing d) It's a name of a company

b) A network to connect two or more devices in a limited geographical region

Which of the following is NOT a video format? a) MOV b) AAC c) .flv d) AVI

b) AAC

What does a "user interface" do? a) Saves information onto the computer b) Allows users to communicate with the computer c) Reminds the computer how to turn on and off d) Records all the history of what is done on the computer

b) Allows users to communicate with the computer

Information Technology (IT) refers to? a) A tool that collects, analyzes, stores information b) Any computer based tool c) A computer software/hardware d) all of the above

b) Any computer based tool

Which of the following is a type of Open Source Video Editing Software? a) Windows Movie Maker b) Blender c) Final Cut Pro d) iMovie

b) Blender

The storage capacity of a computer is measured in? a) Chips b) Bytes c) Cache d) RAM

b) Bytes

There are many common user interfaces used in operating systems. The three most common are: a) Common Line, Menu Driven, Graphic only interfaces b) Command Line, Menu Driven & Graphical user interfaces c) Command Line, Mouse Driven & Graphical user interface d) Common Line, Menu Driven & Graphical user interface

b) Command Line, Menu Driven & Graphical user interfaces

Which of the following Software categories is NOT freely available? a) Shareware b) Commercial c) Freeware d) Open Source

b) Commercial

What does CRM stand for? a) Control Resource Management b) Customer Relationship Management c) Computer Routing Monitor d) Computer Risk Master

b) Customer Relationship Management

Choose the answer that is not a raster based image. a) JPG b) DWG c) PNG d) TIFF

b) DWG

Which is a disadvantage to the "bus" network topology? a) Unidirectional information flow b) Data collision c) Higher complexity d) All of the above

b) Data collision

Which system that limit a PC to provide its full function? a) Memory storage systems b) Desktop computer systems c) Operating computer systems d) Software systems

b) Desktop computer systems

Which of the following in not one of the most common advertising methods? a) Banners b) Door hanger c) Pop-up d) E-mail

b) Door hanger

What are the major web browsers? a) Microsoft Word and Excel b) Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, and Safari c) The internet d) Google and Bing

b) Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, and Safari

Computer Literacy is the ability to use computers to gather data and/or information. a) True b) False

b) False

Which of these cables/wires is the most difficult to tap into or in other words, has the best security? a) Twisted-pair wire b) Fiber-optic cable c) Coaxial cable d) Communications channel

b) Fiber-optic cable

Which of these is NOT a reason to become an informed user? a) Enhance the quality of your organizations IT applications b) Gain popularity within your organization c) Anticipate new technology impacts d) Improve your organization's performance

b) Gain popularity within your organization

Name the four business environment pressures related to the economic (market) side: a) Ethical Issues, Terrorist attacks, Information overload, Powerful customers b) Global Economy, Need for real time operations, Changing workforce , Powerful Customers c) Social Responsibility, Information overload, Need for real time operations, Global Economy d) Ethical Issues, Social Responsibility, Changing Workforce, Powerful Customers

b) Global Economy, Need for real time operations, Changing workforce , Powerful Customers

What programming language is considered as the standard mark-up language for programming webpages? a) Java b) HTML c) Photoshop d) Python

b) HTML

Which stage below are not followed when firms first began to apply information technology to business applications? a) Stand-alone mainframes b) Handwriting on papers c) Local area networks (client/server computing) d) "Cloud computing and mobile computing"

b) Hand writing on papers

The physical components of a computer is called? a) Software b) Hardware c) GUI (Graphical User Interface) d) File Extension

b) Hardware

The following are the ways TBDI defines Big Deals except? a) Do not fit neatly into traditional, structured, and relational database b) High-volume and High-velocity information access c) Includes structured, unstructured, and semi-structured data d) Are generated at high velocity with an uncertain pattern

b) High-volume and High-velocity information access

What does HTTP stand for? a) Hottext Tracking Program b) Hypertext Transfer Protocol c) Height Tracking Text Pass d) Hatch Trip Tech Procedure

b) Hypertext Transfer Protocol

Which answer is the biggest? a) www b) Internet c) URL d) HTTP

b) Internet

What does IP stand for? a) Internet Productivity b) Internet Protocol c) I Percentage d) Industry Protocol

b) Internet Protocol

What does the value system include? a) It only includes suppliers and buyers b) It includes the producers, suppliers, distributors, and buyers c) It includes products, values, and distributors d) It includes competitive advantage, service, and producers

b) It includes the producers, suppliers, distributors, and buyers

What is true about "Horizontal Application Suites"? a) It is a specialized system that is built for a specific business b) It is a bundle of software designed to support multiple functions and requirements c) designed for a narrow purpose that only small group of users would need A-C d) All describe "Horizontal Application Suites"

b) It is a bundle of software designed to support multiple functions and requirements

Which of the following is true about Java? a) It is a browser b) It is a programming language c) It is a website d) It is a software to edit pictures

b) It is a programming language

Which of the following is an example of still images? a) Doc b) JPG c) Taff d) JJ3

b) JPG

What is the difference between Linear editing and Non-Linear editing? a) Linear is a ordered sequence and Non-linear is not b) Linear is live editing, non-linear uses source video and a computer c) There is no difference d) None of the above

b) Linear is live editing, non-linear uses source video and a computer

In computer networks what does LAN stand for? a) Last accessed network b) Local area network c) Limited access network d) None of the above

b) Local area network

Of the following, which is NOT a traditional function of the MIS Department? a) Staffing, training, and developing IS skills b) Managing outsourcing c) Managing computer operations, including the computer center d) Providing technical services

b) Managing outsourcing

A computer is an electronic device that performs the following basic operations: a) input, web surfing, output, processing b) input, electronic data storage, output, processing c) input, output, communication, designing d) none of the above

b) input, electronic data storage, output, processing

Which job description is wrong? a) Project managerâ€"managers a particular new system development project b) Network managerâ€" manages the organisation’s World Wide Web site c) Web designerâ€" creates World Wide Web sites and pages d) Network managerâ€" coordinates and manages the organisation’s voice and data network

b) Network managerâ€" manages the organisation’s World Wide Web site

Which of the following reasons is NOT why packet switching is great for data? a) Dropped packets are resent b) No latency b) Order of packets is unimportant d) Cheap and Efficient

b) No latency

Which of the following is true about A/V collection? a) Video cameras do not require much light b) Not every video needs to have the audio mixed and collected using music recording quality equipment c) The color of the light is not very important d) Green screens are used for audio purposes.

b) Not every video needs to have the audio mixed and collected using music recording quality equipment

What was Mosaic? a) An early version of Microsoft Paint b) One of the first graphical web browsers c) Apple's original company name d) An early computer prototype

b) One of the first graphical web browsers

Which coding language is a general-purpose server-side scripting language designed to produce dynamic web pages? a) CSS b) PHP c) HTML d) ASP.NET

b) PHP

Which language was originally designed for web development to produce dynamic web pages? a) HTML b) PHP c) CSS d) JAVA

b) PHP

How to create a custom watermark? a) go to paragraph to find watermark b) Page layout tab, Page Background group, Watermark, Custom Watermark c) Go to insert and search for watermark d) None of these correct

b) Page layout tab, Page Background group, Watermark, Custom Watermark

In what phase is the work defined in the project management plan is performed to accomplish the project's requirement? a) Project Monitoring b) Project Execution c) Project Control d) Project Completion

b) Project Execution

The operating system... a) Provide opportunity for overclocking b) Provide a stable and consist operating environment c) Controls application d) Provide Management tools to dynamically control any connected device

b) Provide a stable and consist operating environment

What are Business Intelligence (BI) Systems? a) An information system that uses computer technology to perform some or all of its intended tasks b) Provides computer-based support for complex, non-routine decisions, primarily for middle managers and knowledge workers c) A collection of related files or table containing data d) Collects, processes, stores, analyzes, and disseminates information for a specific purpose

b) Provides computer-based support for complex, non-routine decisions, primarily for middle managers and knowledge workers

What is the format of the images for video production mostly? a) Vector b) Raster c) Both vector and raster d) None of the answer above is correct

b) Raster

While editing a video, you decide to convert your project file into a self-contained file. This process is called: a) Transitioning b) Rendering c) Splitting d) Formatting

b) Rendering

Which one is NOT an advantage of a Star Topology? a) Easy to install and wire b) Requires less cable length than a linear topology c) Easy to detect faults and remove parts d) No disruptions to the network when connecting or removing devices

b) Requires less cable length than a linear topology

What benefit(s) do Cloud Computing bring to us? a) Absolute safety and security b) Save money c) Secrets are guaranteed to be stored d) Every IT system is reliable and available.

b) Save money

Identify the process of Storyboarding in the right chronological order. You first identify: a) Camera angles, Highlight Dialogue, Scenes/Video b) Scenes/Video, Camera angles, Highlight Dialogue c) Scenes/Video, Highlight Dialogue, Camera Angles d) Camera angles, Scenes/Video, Highlight Dialogue

b) Scenes/Video, Camera angles, Highlight Dialogue

What does SLA stand for? a) Self Level Agent b) Service-Level Agreement c) Student Listening Agency d) Single List Agreement

b) Service-Level Agreement

What does SMTP stand for? a) Standard Mail Transfer Protocol b) Simple Mail Transfer Protocol c) Silent Mail Transfer Protocol d) Simple Man Trying Pears

b) Simple Mail Transfer Protocol

Which of the following regarding VPNs is FALSE? a) There are two types of VPNs. b) Site to site VPNs are for individual users who are not in a fixed location c) Remote users typically must be authenticated d) VPN technology reduces costs because it doesn't need physical leased lines.

b) Site to site VPNs are for individual users who are not in a fixed location

What network topology is most commonly used today and has the file server, file server, workstations, and peripherals all connected to the central server. The topology is essential for wireless communications: a) line typology b) Star/Hub/Switch typology c) Canvas typology d) car typology

b) Star/Hub/Switch typology

The graphic process to organize a project is called: a) Story Outlining b) Story Boarding c) Project Boarding d) Project Outlining

b) Story Boarding

The benefits of being an informed user of information technology (IT) include all EXCEPT: a) Understand what is "behind" applications b) Support the monitoring c) Improves the quality of the applications d) Value technology more

b) Support the monitoring

Why is managing information in systems hard? a) Because it's cheap and companies want more than they need b) Systems are very expensive to acquire c) They don't have the right people to manage the information d) All of the above

b) Systems are very expensive to acquire

Which is not one of the software categories? a) Commercial b) Tableware c) Shareware d) Freeware

b) Tableware

Which is NOT a major advantage of wireless devices? a) They are small enough to easily carry or wear b) They provide an easy outlet to communicate with others c) They have sufficient computing power to perform productive tasks d) They can communicate wirelessly with the Internet and other devices

b) They provide an easy outlet to communicate with others

Of the following, what is the characteristic of a secondary storage? a) You will lose all the data once you don't have a power-source. b) To bring back data, it is faster to bring it back from RAM. c) It is as expensive as a primary storage so people sometimes use secondary storage instead of primary storage. d) It is subjected to only certain type of media.

b) To bring back data, it is faster to bring it back from RAM.

What is the function of a motherboard? a) To save data b) To deliver power and data c) To be the mother d) To transfer data

b) To deliver power and data

Which is an example of an input device? a) Printer b) Trackball c) Display Screen d) Headphones

b) Trackball

What is URL short for? a) Uniform Reliable Locator b) Uniform Resources Locator c)Unalterable Respective Location d) Uniform Radiating Location

b) Uniform Resources Locator

A model that identifies points where an organization can use information technology to achieve competitive advantage is known as? a) Business-information technology alignment b) Value chain c) Primary activities d) Value system

b) Value chain

What did Professor Frank encourage everybody to use that provides a secure network with firewall and encryption technologies to prevent disclosure of private information to unauthorized parties? a) Home Area Network b) Virtual Private Network c) A modem d) A router

b) Virtual Private Network

What is a pivot table? a) a shortcut key to flip the spreadsheet 90 degrees clockwise b) a data summarization tool found in data visualization programs such as spreadsheets or business intelligence software c) a drive to hold unused data (commonly stored in tables/charts) d) a method of data sourcing that saves the user time, money, and resources

b) a data summarization tool found in data visualization programs such as spreadsheets or business intelligence software

What is circuit switching? a) switching between different circuits in hardware b) a physical and continuous circuit that is established before, and maintained during communication c) the main layout used today in hub/switch d) the individual parts of a message

b) a physical and continuous circuit that is established before, and maintained during communication

What are the characteristics of a computer? a) responds to a specific set of instructions in a well defined manner b) all of the above c) execute prerecorded list of instructions d) quickly store and retrieve large amounts of data

b) all of the above

Which order of keyboard strokes allows for multi-tasking between programs? a) alt+windows button b) alt+tab c) alt+ctrl d) ctrl+windows button

b) alt+tab

Which of the following about Could Computing is true? a) you will compute while sitting in the cloud b) cloud computing tends to disconnect the application, the operating system, and the hardware c) cloud computing operates basically the same as the older operation system: when hardware goes down, the applications will go down as well d) you don't have to access to the cloud if you want to upload your application

b) cloud computing tends to disconnect the application, the operating system, and the hardware

Which of the following is not one of the basic operations of a computer? a) input b) compressing files c) output d) storage

b) compressing files

Which term can be defined as having the technical knowledge and skill in the use of computers and information technology? a) information literacy b) computer literacy c) web master d) knowledge worker

b) computer literacy

What are Analog Signals? a) discrete pulses that are either on or off, representing a series of bits b) continuous waves that transmit information by altering characteristics of the waves c) the use of physical wires to transmit data d) none of the above

b) continuous waves that transmit information by altering characteristics of the waves

Which of the following is not a key element of a spreadsheet? a) sheet b) divider c) column d) row

b) divider

What are the three fundamental points about network computing? a) modern organizations don't work in isolation, they make life easier at work, necessary for communicating with friends and family b) exchange can take place over any distance and network of any size, modern organizations don't work in isolation, exchange in data provides companies with number of advantages c) exchange of data provides companies with large amounts of advantages, allow for faster processing of data, it allows for companies to profit more d) allow for more space on channels between companies, limits customer dissatisfaction, aids in increasing economy from falling under crisis

b) exchange can take place over any distance and network of any size, modern organizations don't work in isolation, exchange in data provides companies with number of advantages

What is the main purpose of the CPU? a) enables a computer to store information temporarily b) executes instructions organized in programs, which tell the computer what to do c) allows a computer to permanently retain large amounts of data and programs between jobs d) it is the conduit in which data and instructions enter a computer

b) executes instructions organized in programs, which tell the computer what to do

What function of Excel allows you to calculate what one cell needs to be in order to make another cell something specific? a) what if analysis b) goal seek c) frame freeze d) format cell

b) goal seek

Which of the following is NOT a transition? a) cross fade b) hard cut c) dissolve d) fade

b) hard cut

What's difference between hardware and software? a) software is the physical components of the computer b) hardware is the physical components of the computer c) hardware is all the programming within the computer d) none of the above

b) hardware is the physical components of the computer

Nowadays, we have multi-processing one our phones and tablets, meaning: a) running one program at a time b) having more than one CPU running at a time c) doing more than one thing at a time d) running more than one program at a time

b) having more than one CPU running at a time

What are the four basic operations that a computer/Information system (IS) must do? a) electronic data storage, input, output, organizing b) input, processing, output, electronic data storage c) processing, addition, subtraction, autocorrect d) run applications, input, output, processing

b) input, processing, output, electronic data storage

Information systems that connect two or more organizations are known as ______ ? a) Supply chains b) inter-organizational information systems c) unreliable d) cooperative systems

b) inter-organizational information systems

Which of the following is NOT a key principle of Java? a) robust and secure b) many implementation dependencies c) simple, object-oriented and familiar d) high performance

b) many implementation dependencies

Which of the hardware components allows a computer to permanently retain large amounts of data and program between jobs? a) memory b) mass storage device c) central processing unit d) random access memory

b) mass storage device

Which of the following is NOT an example of a platform? a) linux b) microsoft office c) windows 8.1 d) iPhones

b) microsoft office

Form Factor is the size of the case, but what is it specifically designed to? a) video card b) motherboard c) central processing unit d) ram

b) motherboard

Which of the following is an example of a hardware? a) microsoft word b) motherboard c) adobe photoshop d) google chrome

b) motherboard

What is the term for running more than one program at a time? a) single-task b) multi-tasking c) multi-threading d) multi-processing

b) multi-tasking

Which one is NOT an example of hardware? a) processor b) network c) keyboard d) printer

b) network

Which is NOT a process of a modern computer? a) input b) networking c) output d) storage

b) networking

Internet traffic is divided into parcels of data called: a) routers b) packets c) protocols d) signals

b) packets

What does the central processing unit to? a) stores the harware b) performs the actual computations inside a computer c) generates a start up for the computer d) processes all information transmitted

b) performs the actual computations inside a computer

What method is best for sorting large quantities of information? a) function bar b) pivot table c) goal seek d) cell organizer

b) pivot table

Which of the following is an output device to the CPU? a) pointing device b) printer c) keyboard d) floppy disk

b) printer

What are the major types of cloud computing that companies provide to customers or groups of customers? a) public clouds, private clouds, and hybrid clouds b) public clouds, private clouds, vertical clouds, and hybrid clouds c) public clouds, vertical clouds, and hybrid clouds d) public clouds and private clouds

b) public clouds, private clouds, vertical clouds, and hybrid clouds

What word is used to describe a data location across multiple cells? a) workbook b) range c) ribbon interface d) tab

b) range

IT impacts organizations by? a) increasing their annual profit b) reducing the managerial level c) increasing the manager jobs d) both A and B

b) reducing the managerial level

Which is NOT a factor of a business environment, according to the textbook? a) social b) religious c) legal d) political

b) religious

Business Pressures is the combination of: a) social, legal, and economic factors in which businesses conduct their operations b) social, legal, economic, physical, and political factors in which businesses conduct their operations c) social, legal, physical, and political factors in which businesses conduct their operations d) social, legal, economic, and political factors in which businesses conduct their operations

b) social, legal, economic, physical, and political factors in which businesses conduct their operations

What else is a disadvantage of volatile types of memory like RAM (random-access memory)? a) don't allow written operations b) stored information is lost if power is removed c) temporary memory d) limited access time

b) stored information is lost if power is removed

What can Word do? a) everything b) take notes c) play video games d) order food

b) take notes

What is the main benefit of server virtualization? a) that there is only one virtual server on one physical server b) that multiple applications can run on a single physical server, with each application running within its own software environment c) it can run more than 120 virtual machines on just 14 physical servers d) there is no benefit of server virtualization.

b) that multiple applications can run on a single physical server, with each application running within its own software environment

What is the advantage of named ranges? a) there is no advantage of named ranges b) they substitute the use of the "$" to absolute reference a cell in a formula c) they can give us additional information d) they are fancy to read

b) they substitute the use of the "$" to absolute reference a cell in a formula

The _____________ enables users to communicate with the computer. a) interface engine b) user interface c) knowledge base d) blackboard

b) user interface

Excel file are saved with this extension: a) .xls b) .xbk c) .xlsx d) .ods

c) .xlsx

What is Hypertext Markup Language? a) The link you put into your web address b) A language that allows users to interact with computers through graphics instead of codes c) A language that web browsers use to interpret and compose text, images, and other material into visual or audible web pages d) A programming language developed by James Gosling at Sun Microsystems

c) A language that web browsers use to interpret and compose text, images, and other material into visual or audible web pages

What is NOT one of the six keys to getting the most from connectivity? a) Online Reference b) Customer support c) Application suite d) Training

c) Application suite

All general purpose computers require the following hardware components EXCEPT: a) Central Processing Unit (CPU) b) Mass storage device c) Arduino d) Memory

c) Arduino

Which cost-benefit analysis method determines the point at which the cumulative dollar value of the benefits from a project equals the investment made in the project? a) Net Present Value b) Business Case Approach c) Breakeven Analysis d) Return on Investment

c) Breakeven Analysis

Which of these is not a Network Topology? a) Bus b) Switch c) Button d) Ring

c) Button

Which one is NOT output device? a) Printers b) Inkjet c) Cameras d) Laser

c) Cameras

A user interface in which syntax is important, has keywords and requires lots of typing is: a) Menu-Driven b) Touchscreen c) Command-Line d) Graphical (GUI)

c) Command-Line

What is the System Programmers role? a) Coordinates and manages the organization’s voice and data networks b) Manages a particular existing system c) Creates the computer code for developing new systems software or maintaining existing systems software d) Coordinates and manages new systems development projects

c) Creates the computer code for developing new systems software or maintaining existing systems software

Which term refers to an elementary description of things, events, or activities that are recorded, but not organized to convey any specific meaning? a) Knowledge b) Statistics c) Data d) Information

c) Data

Which one is NOT a function of an Operating System? a) Handles Input and Output (I/O) b) Establishes the User Interface c) Fault Isolation d) Manages Programs

c) Fault Isolation

What is the name of a video editing software? a) iTunes b) Discord c) Final Cut Pro d) Spotify

c) Final Cut Pro

What does it mean to render a video? a) Make the video play faster b) Enhances the quality of the video c) Finalizes the video d) Deletes the video

c) Finalizes the video

Which one is not an information technology component? a) Hardware b) Software c) HTML d) Network

c) HTML

What is the main difference between horizontal and vertical application suites? a) Horizontal suites go left to right while vertical suites are narrow and go up to down b) Vertical suites are a bundle of softwares with multiple functions and requirements while horizontal suites are specialized for a specific task. c) Horizontal suites are a bundle of softwares with multiple functions and requirements while vertical suites are specialized for a specific task. d) There is no difference. Both provide the same use in productivity suites.

c) Horizontal suites are a bundle of softwares with multiple functions and requirements while vertical suites are specialized for a specific task.

In sales and marketing, which is NOT an intended benefit of the use of Information Technology? a) Developing new goods and services b) Identifying the best advertising channels c) Inquiring with customers how to better improve their products d) Setting product prices to obtain the highest total revenues

c) Inquiring with customers how to better improve their products

What is a supercomputer? a) It is the computer with the most computing power b) It is the best computer ever made c) It is the fastest computer available at any given time d) It is the smallest computer made.

c) It is the fastest computer available at any given time

Which was NOT one of the 5 primary goals for JAVA? a) It should be "simple, object-oriented and familiar" b) It should be "architecture-neutral and portable" c) It should be "high-tech and modern looking" d) It should execute with "high performance"

c) It should be "high-tech and modern looking"

Which of the following is not a key principle of JAVA language? a) It should be "simple, object-oriented and familiar" b) It should execute with "high performance" c) It should be "unprotected" d) It should be "interpreted, threaded, and dynamic

c) It should be "unprotected"

For what reason are magnetic disks (hard drives or fixed disk drives) the most used? a) High cost b) Low speed c) Large storage capacity d) Small storage capacity

c) Large storage capacity

What is the problem with non ERP? a) Computer being easily broke down b) Fast battery consumption c) Long term maintenance costs high d) software will be damaged

c) Long term maintenance costs high

Which of the following is not a benefit of application suites? a) Bundled Price is generally reasonable b) Common User Interface (CUI) c) Lower chances of work being corrupted / lost d) Integrated products are designed to work together seamlessly

c) Lower chances of work being corrupted / lost

What do operating systems do? a) Strictly manage software of the computer system b) Strictly manage hardware of the computer system c) Manage hardware and software resources of the computer system d) None of the above

c) Manage hardware and software resources of the computer system

The operating system: a) Only manages the user interface b) Is named Bob c) Manages the hardware and software resources d) Manages other connected devices

c) Manages the hardware and software resources

Which of the following is NOT a way in which A/V footage is collected? a) Screen Capture b) Video c) Microprocessing d) Audio

c) Microprocessing

Which of the following is NOT true about Horizontal and Vertical Application Suites? a) Horizontal Application suites are used for a wide variety of tools whereas Vertical are used for a specific job. b) Vertical Application suites are created for a specific business and purpose. c) Microsoft Office is an example of a Vertical Application suite d) Horizontal Application suites can be used in many different industries.

c) Microsoft Office is an example of a Vertical Application suite

What is one disadvantage of a ring topology? a) Does not require a central node to manage the connectivity between the computers b) Very orderly network where every device has access to the token and the opportunity to transmit c) Moves, adds and changes of devices can affect the network d) Performs better than a bus topology under heavy network load

c) Moves, adds and changes of devices can affect the network

Packet Switched data moves data in... a) a physical and continuous circuit b) Few large compacted informational blocks c) Multiple small informational blocks d) None of the Above

c) Multiple small informational blocks

Which one of these is not a Data Transmission Method? a) Circuit Switching b) Packet Switching c) Network Switching d) All of the above are Data Transmission Methods

c) Network Switching

Microsoft Windows, Apple Mac OSX, Linux and Google Chrome are all well-known examples of: a) Application software b) GUI ( graphical user interface) c) Operating System d) Open source software

c) Operating System

Which of the following is NOT a diagram name for network topology? a) Ring b) Bus c) Planet d) Star

c) Planet

What were the 2 types of Still Image formats discussed in lecture? a) Green Screen and Computer b) iMovie and Windows Movie Maker c) Raster and Vector d) AVI and MOV

c) Raster and Vector

These are layers of protocols that are used to facilitate movement of packets over the internet, EXCEPT: a) IP (Internet Protocol) b) TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) c) Routers d) Application Protocols

c) Routers

What type of storage is designed to store very large amounts of data for extended periods (future use)? a) Primary Storage b) Central Processing Unit (CPU) c) Secondary Storage d) None of the Above

c) Secondary Storage

Which of the following is NOT a software category? a) commercial b) FreeWare c) Smart Suite d) Open Storage

c) Smart Suite

What is the definition of software? a) Software means the programs and applications required to start on one's computer b) Software means the programs and applications required to start, perform, and run tasks on Internet c) Software means the programs and applications required to start, perform, and run tasks on one's computer d) Inverse of hardware

c) Software means the programs and applications required to start, perform, and run tasks on one's computer

Which position for IT jobs manages a particular existing system? a) IS Director b) Systems Analyst c) Systems Manager d) Programming Manager

c) Systems Manager

What are the two major types of software? a) Open-source and proprietary b) Open-source and systems c) Systems and applications d) Proprietary and applications

c) Systems and applications

Which one of these answers is not a "major" advantages of wireless devices according to textbook? a) Wireless devices are small enough to easily wear or carry b) They have sufficient computing power to perform productive tasks c) They are cheap and affordable for anyone d) They can communicate wirelessly with the internet and other devices.

c) They are cheap and affordable for anyone

What input device allows the user to move the cursor by sliding a finger across a sensitized pad? a) Mouse b) Optical Mouse c) Touchpad d) Trackball

c) Touchpad

Fade, Dissolve, and Crossfade are all what types of video editing tools? a) 3 Point Lighting b) Audio c) Transitions d) Storyboards

c) Transitions

Which cloud is now possible to build the infrastructure and applications for different businesses? a) Public Cloud b) Private Cloud c) Vertical Cloud d) Hybride Cloud

c) Vertical Cloud

Which of the following descriptions about HTML is FALSE? a) A web browser is to read HTML documents and compose them into web pages b) HTML allows images and objects to be embedded c) Web browser uses and displays HTML tags to interpret the content of page d) HTML can embed scripts languages such as R

c) Web browser uses and displays HTML tags to interpret the content of page

What is an Application Suite? a) a free program that can be accessed by anyone at any time b) a group of applications that all work together c) a group of programs sold in a package deal d) a command in Microsoft Word used to integrate another application into Microsoft Word.

c) a group of programs sold in a package deal

What is value chain? a) chain of money b) network system that one values c) a sequence of activities in which an organization inputs and transforms into more outputs d) Neither

c) a sequence of activities in which an organization inputs and transforms into more outputs

What is value chain? a) a network that someone values b) a tool that is use to program c) a sequence of activities that an organization inputs in return of more outputs d) none of the above

c) a sequence of activities that an organization inputs in return of more outputs

What is an algorithm? a) an undocumented procedure in a program b) a method for creating space within a document to place an object c) a step-by-step procedure for solving a problem in a finite number of steps d) a software program that performs repetitive computer-related tasks

c) a step-by-step procedure for solving a problem in a finite number of steps

What are the characteristics of a computer? a) responds to a specific set of instructions in a well defined manner b) quickly store and retrieve large amounts c) all of the above d) execute a prerecord list of instructions

c) all of the above

What is a trade secret? a) an official document that grants the holder exclusive rights on an invention or a process for a specified period of time b) is a statutory grant that provides the creators or owners of intellectual property with ownership of the property, also for a designated period c) an intellectual work, such as a business plan, that is a company secret and is not based on public information d) the property created by individuals or corporations that is protected under trade secret, patent, and copyright laws.

c) an intellectual work, such as a business plan, that is a company secret and is not based on public information

The operating system manages? a) the software b) the hardware c) both A and B d) the GUI

c) both A and B

What are the differences between Relative and Absolute referencing? a) relative referencing only target a row or column b) absolute referencing targeting on one specific cell c) both A and B d) none of the above

c) both A and B

How does customer relationship management assist a company in gaining customers? a) predicts future customer actions b) remembers all statements said by customers c) builds personal relationship between the two parties d) links the customer with the business that fits best

c) builds personal relationship between the two parties

Which is an example of cloud computing? a) URL b) hard drive c) dropbox d) internet

c) dropbox

Which of the following is not a major category of an intelligent system? a) fuzzy logic b) intelligent agents c) hardware d) genetic algorithms

c) hardware

Why were spreadsheets invented? a) to make data easier to understand b) to give a better layout c) in order to make word processors appear to be bug-free in comparison d) spreadsheets were invented to process data

c) in order to make word processors appear to be bug-free in comparison

A computer consists of what parts? a) input and output b) input, output and processing c) input, output, processing and electronic data storage b) input, output, processing, electronic data storage and applications

c) input, output, processing and electronic data storage

which of the following the simplest network topology? a) star b) tree c) line d) bus

c) line

Which of these is NOT one of the basic components of computer-based information systems? a) Hardware b) Software c) models d) network

c) models

What is an example of hardware in the computer? a) google chrome b) macOS c) motherboard d) operating system

c) motherboard

What is the essential difference between private and public clouds? a) private clouds maintain better control of privacy, while public clouds face constant security risks b) public clouds are more institutionally secure, due to management under "good faith" leadership c) public clouds are shared among the general public domain, whereas private clouds are limited to a specific group d) public clouds lack the reach of private clouds, due to lack of funding

c) public clouds are shared among the general public domain, whereas private clouds are limited to a specific group

In Excel how do make an absolute reference? a) putting a * in front of it b) putting a < in back of it c) putting a $ in front of it d) putting a $ in back of it

c) putting a $ in front of it

What primarily converts a domain name into an IP address? a) the HTTP b) a router c) root DNS server d) the TCP

c) root DNS server

Which of the following is higher on the document hierarchy? a) characters b) paragraph c) sections d) pages

c) sections

Which of the following is NOT an information technology component? a) hardware b) database c) security d) network

c) security

Which information technology component consists of intangible data and programs that allow the physical components to work? a) hardware b) database c) software d) network

c) software

What is the difference between hardware and software? a) software is the physical components of the computer and hardware is the applications and programs b) hardware is only the monitor and software is the entire physical computer c) software is the applications and programs and hardware is the physical components of a computer d) hardware is only the programs that make a computer run and software is the applications

c) software is the applications and programs and hardware is the physical components of a computer

What carries out the instructions of a computer program by performing the basic operations specified by the instructions? a) the motherboard b) the hard drive c) the CPU d) the backplane

c) the CPU

What is hardware? a) something that is hard b) a series of applications that work together to meet a need, or to increase core productivity c) the physical components of the computer d) the applications and programs needed to start, run and perform tasks on your computer

c) the physical components of the computer

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using application suites? a) smoothly sharing information between applications b) they have a common user interface c) they are difficult to use d) the bundled price is reasonable

c) they are difficult to use

What is the definition of Function? a) data location across multiple cells b) a file with multiple sheets c) used to perform mathematical or logical operations d) none of above

c) used to perform mathematical or logical operations

What is the difference between horizontal and vertical suites? a) vertical suites are broad and horizontal suites are specialized b) vertical suites have many tools and horizontal suites have few tools c) vertical suites are specialized and horizontal suites are broad d) vertical suites have few tools and horizontal suites have many tools

c) vertical suites are specialized and horizontal suites are broad

What is a "bit"? a) "1" b) "0" c) none of the above d) "1" or "0"

d) "1" or "0"

What are typical organizational performance responses to business pressures? a) Intelligent data management b) Better Data Management c) Compliance with government regulations and deregulations d) A & B

d) A & B

What equipment is needed for A/V collection? a) video camera b) audio recorder c) phone d) A & B are correct

d) A & B are correct

Stacy's laptop likely has what kind of internet protocol address: a) A Static IP address b) A Running IP address c) An i-IP address d) A Dynamic IP address

d) A Dynamic IP address

What is an example of a plain text editor? a) WordPad b) NotePad c) Microsoft Word d) A and B

d) A and B

What is(are) the type(s) of Data Transmission Method(s) mentioned in the Lecture? a) Packet switching b) Circuit switching c) None of the above d) A and B

d) A and B

Which of these is not an example of a wireless telecommunication? a) Updating a Facebook status on an iPhone b) A cellphone calls a landline phone c) An email is sent on a portable laptop at a coffee shop d) A laptop is connected with a cord to a TV screen to display a movie

d) A laptop is connected with a cord to a TV screen to display a movie

What can we import in footage? a) Video b) Audio c) Photos d) Above all

d) Above all

What does an Information system do and what is it's purpose? a) collects info b) processes info c) analyzes info d) All Of The Above.

d) All Of The Above.

Which of the following is an information technology job? a) Systems Manager b) Business Analyst c)Network Manager d) All are information technology jobs

d) All are information technology jobs

Which are video formats? a) AVI b) MOV c) FLV d) All are video formats

d) All are video formats

Which of the following are types of Network Topology? a) Bus Topology b) Point to Point Topology c) Ring Topology d) All of Above

d) All of Above

What is a major capability of an Information System? a) Interpret vast amounts of data quickly and efficiently b) Perform high speed, high volume numerical computations c) Allow quick and inexpensive access to vast amounts of information, worldwide d) All of the Above

d) All of the Above

Which of the following does hardware contain? a) Central Processing Unit b) Primary Storage c) Secondary Storage d) All of the Above

d) All of the Above

A business process is comprised of? a) Inputs b) Resources c) Outputs d) All of the above

d) All of the above

Describe the most common methods for accessing the Internet. a) cable modem & dial-up b) satellite & wireless c) fiber to home & DSL d) All of the above

d) All of the above

What are the benefits of understanding basic computer skills? a) Understanding a vital component to b) Ability to comprehend and use huge chunks of data c) More efficient ways of organizing data d) All of the above

d) All of the above

What is Cloud Computing replacing? a) Corporate data centers b) Expensive software upgrades c) Expensive personal computer hardware d) All of the above

d) All of the above

What is a key factor contributing to the vulnerability of organizational information resources? a) The computing skills necessary to be a hacker are decreasing b) Modern computers and storage devices continue to become smaller, cheaper, and portable c) International organized crime is taking over cybercrime d) All of the above

d) All of the above

What is an advantage to using a wireless device? a) They are small enough to carry or wear b) They have sufficient computing power to perform productive tasks c) They communicate wirelessly with the Internet and other devices d) All of the above

d) All of the above

What is included in an Excel Spreadsheet? a) cells b) columns c) rows d) all of the above

d) All of the above

What is the use of a story board? a) To identify the scenes to be taken b) To identify the different camera angles needed to tell the story c) To highlight key text and dialogue d) All of the above

d) All of the above

What three major advantages do wireless devices provide? a) They are small enough to easily carry or wear b) They have sufficient computing power to perform productive tasks c) They can communicate wirelessly with the Internet and other devices d) All of the above

d) All of the above

Which of the choices below is an Internet Protocol? a) Transmission Control Protocol(TCP) b) Internet Protocolo (IP) c) Application Protocol d) All of the above

d) All of the above

Which of the following is a fundamental point about network computing? a) Modern organization computers do not work in isolation b) Exchange of data provides companies with significant advantages c) Exchange takes place over networks of any size and over any distance d) All of the above

d) All of the above

Which of the following is one of the stages that modern IT infrastructures experienced when applying information technology to business applications? a) Stand-alone Mainframes b) Dumb Terminals c) Enterprise Computing d) All of the above

d) All of the above

Which of the following is true about a codec? a) Specific codecs are used to interpret the contents of video editing softwares b) Codecs are often used in virtual conferences, in video editing applications, and in streaming other media c) A codec acts as a "translator" as it encodes a signal for transmission d) All of the above

d) All of the above

Why is there so high demand for wireless technologies? a) More convenient to move around b) Helps manage time more efficiently c) Easy communication d) All of the above

d) All of the above

Which of the following is a correct statement? a) IT is used in all professions, not only those who deal with computer scientists b) IT can ease the average employees' workday c) IT can help people with disabilities perform regular tasks d) All of the above are true

d) All of the above are true

Which statement about mass customization is true? a) A company produces a large quantity of items, but it customizes them to match the needs and preferences of individual customers b) It is essentially an attempt to perform make-to-order on a large scale. c) "Bodymetrics" which involves men’s and women’s jeans and swimsuits is an example of mass customization. d) All of the above are true.

d) All of the above are true.

Which of the following is NOT a graphic process to organize a project? a) Identify the scenes (video) to be collected b) Identify the various camera angles needed to tell the story c) Highlight key text/dialogue d) All of the above choices are correct

d) All of the above choices are correct

What is Information technology (IT)? a) refers to any computer-based tool that people use to work with information b) refers to any computer-based tool that people use to support the information c) refers to any computer-based tool that people use to information-processing needs of an organization d) All of them

d) All of them

What advantages do wireless devices provide to users? a) They are small enough to easily carry or wear b) They have sufficient computing power to perform productive tasks c) They can communicate wirelessly with the Internet and other devices d) All the above

d) All the above

Why is understanding information systems important? a) To share information with others b) To organize information c) It's not important d) Answers A and B

d) Answers A and B

Which term refers to the transmission capacity of a network? a) Broadband b) LAN c) Uniform Resource Locator d) Bandwidth

d) Bandwidth

Application softwares enables users to... a) perfom information-processing activities b) perform specific tasks c) manage the hardware resources of the computer system d) Both A and B

d) Both A and B

Information Technology Components includes: a) Database b) Software c) Procedures d) Both A and B

d) Both A and B

What are the advantages of a twisted-pair wire? a) Inexpensive b) Easy to work with c) None of the above d) Both A and B

d) Both A and B

Types of software program are: a) Logical programs b) Application programs c) Replicate programs d) Both B and C

d) Both B and C

What is Non-linear Editing? a) Editing using TV b) Editing using a computer c) Editing using a computer d) Both B and C

d) Both B and C

Why is packet switching great for data? a) It is expensive​, but efficient b) It is cheap and efficient c) It allows one to basically pay for two calls to two ISPs d) Both B and C

d) Both B and C

What is known as "the heart of the computer?" a) kernel b) storage c) RAM d) CPU

d) CPU

Which of the following is FALSE about the function of an operating system? a) It can establish the user interface b) It manages programs c) It manages memory d) Can’t load and run device drivers

d) Can’t load and run device drivers

A typical IS operational plan contains the following elements except: a) The Application Portfolio b) Mission c) Resource allocation and project management d) Cost-Benefit Analysis

d) Cost-Benefit Analysis

Which of these options is NOT one of the three layers of protocols? a) IP ( Internet Protocol) b) TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) c) Application Protocols d) Data Protocols

d) Data Protocols

Which of the following does hardware NOT consist of? a) Central Processing Unit (CPU) b) Primary Storage c) Secondary Storage d) Disk Player

d) Disk Player

Which one of these are NOT one of the three fundamental points about network computing? a) Computers constantly exchange data with one another b) The exchange of data is facilitated by telecommunications technologies c) Exchange can take place over any distance and over any size d) Exchange can take place only within specific distances and network sizes

d) Exchange can take place only within specific distances and network sizes

What is not an example of a platform? a) iPads b) Windows 7 c) Linux d) Hardware

d) Hardware

Of the listed below, which of the following parts of the hardware is correctly matched to its actions? a) CPU: Center Proceeding Unit: Hardware that will run media b) Memory: a hardware that will allow many softwares to run. It will save for 10 minutes and delete it for the next use. c) Mass Storage Device: a hardware that will allow users to download modules and .exe files to complete it's application installation process. d) Input Device: a hardware that will allow users to input commands and datas

d) Input Device: a hardware that will allow users to input commands and datas

Which of the following is NOT one of the four business decisions one must make when using new applications? a) How much computer code does the company want to write? b) How will the company pay for the application? c) Where will the application run? d) Is the application a vertical or horizontal application suite?

d) Is the application a vertical or horizontal application suite?

Which is NOT a negative societal effect of the use of information technology? a) It can cause health problems for individuals b) It can cause employees to be easy to reach on constant call c) It can possibly misinform patients about their health problems d) It can cause robots to take over mundane jobs dealing with chores like pool cleaning services, and housekeeping.

d) It can cause robots to take over mundane jobs dealing with chores like pool cleaning services, and housekeeping

Which one of these is not a function of an OS? a) Device Drivers b) Manages Memory c) Manages installed programs d) Manages applications

d) Manages applications

What is a disadvantage of satellite transmission? a) Used only for short distances b) Creates electrical interference problems c) Susceptible to environmental interference d) Must use encryption for security

d) Must use encryption for security

Which of the following is NOT an output device? a) Cameras b) Laser printers c) Flexible display monitor d) None of the above

d) None of the above

Which of the following is NOT a programming language that can be used to design a webpage? a) CSS b) JAVA c) HTML d) PING

d) PING

Which option is NOT one of the business pressures? a) Market b) Technology c) Societal Pressures d) Peer Pressure

d) Peer Pressure

What is a proprietary software? a) A software that is available at no cost to both the developers and the users. It is distributed with license terms to ensure that its source code will always be available b) A group of computing products that work together c) A software that allows users to directly control the hardware by manipulating visible objects and actions that replace complex commands d) Purchased software that has restrictions on its use, copying, and modification. The source code is not distributed.

d) Purchased software that has restrictions on its use, copying, and modification. The source code is not distributed.

Which one of the following is not an input device? a) Mouse b) Touchpad c) Keyboards d) Screen

d) Screen

Which of the following statements is NOT true for spreadsheet? a) VisiCalc was the first spreadsheet program available for personal computers. b) Spreadsheet is a program that mimics a paper ledger c) Spreadsheet makes number manipulation easy d) Spreadsheet cannot automatically link values and formulas

d) Spreadsheet cannot automatically link values and formulas

A value system includes: a) Distributors b) Suppliers and buyers c) Suppliers and distributors d) Suppliers, distributors, producers, buyers, and all with their value

d) Suppliers, distributors, producers, buyers, and all with their value

Which is NOT a benefit of cloud computing? a) Has a positive impact on employees b) Can save money c) Can improve Organizational Felxibility and Competitiveness d) Supplies adequate shade

d) Supplies adequate shade

Which of the following is not great for data in packet switching? a) Cheap & Efficient b) Dropped packets are resent, order of packets unimportant c) Basically paying for two local calls to two d) Teleconferencing

d) Teleconferencing

Which is false about RAM? a) A form of computer data storage b) Normally associated with volatile types of memory, where stored information is lost if power is removed c) Allows data items to be accessed (read or written) in almost the same amount of time irrespective of the physical location of data inside the memory d) The electronic circuitry within a computer that carries out the instructions of a computer program by performing the basic arithmetic, logical, control and input/output (I/O) operations specified by the instructions.

d) The electronic circuitry within a computer that carries out the instructions of a computer program by performing the basic arithmetic, logical, control and input/output (I/O) operations specified by the instructions.

How has IT affected our quality of life? a) IT allows workers to gain further knowledge in their field of work b) IT makes stop lights change quicker when a car pulls to an intersection c) IT requires workers to enter data manually causing long hours at a computer typing d) The workplace can be expanded from a 9-to-5 job at a central location to 24 hours a day at any location.

d) The workplace can be expanded from a 9-to-5 job at a central location to 24 hours a day at any location.

What is the main difference between the Internet Protocol and the Transmission Control Protocol? a) The Internet Protocol is responsible for disassembling, assembling, and reassembling data during transmission b) The Transmission Control Protocol performs three basic functions c) The Transmission Control Protocol transmits and receives data d) They are exactly the same

d) They are exactly the same

Wireless devices provide major advantages to users except: a) They are small enough to easily carry or wear b) They have sufficient computing power to perform productive tasks c) They can communicate wirelessly with the Internet and other devices d) They have a limited range

d) They have a limited range

Why is story boarding necessary for video/audio making? a) To make it fun to create videos b) To make it easy for Chroma Key when editing the video c) To trim clips in video/audio so the video doesn't have hard cuts d) To identify the content, camera angles, lighting, and equipment needed for the video

d) To identify the content, camera angles, lighting, and equipment needed for the video

What does NOT refer to Network Topology? a) Point-to-Point b) Bus c) Hub d) Triangle

d) Triangle

What does the acronym WWW stand for? a) Web Wide Wave b) Wide Wall Web c) Web World Wall d) World Wide Web

d) World Wide Web

Which one of these four devices is not hardware? a) a monitor b) a graphic card c) a keyboard d) a firewall

d) a firewall

What is web browser? a) a software for retrieving, presenting, and world wide web b) a software for presenting, retrieving, and applications c) a software for transversing information, presenting, and world wide web d) a software application for retrieving, presenting, and transversing information resources on the world wide web

d) a software application for retrieving, presenting, and transversing information resources on the world wide web

Which one of the following statements that are NOT true for data items? a) they refer to an elementary description of things, events, activities, and transac- tions that are recorded, classified, and stored but are not organized to convey any specific meaning b) they can be numbers, letters, figures, sounds, and images c) 1,2, 3 are examples of data items d) a, b, c are not data items

d) a, b, c are not data items

Architecture can also describe the form and function of the site: a) a site must fit the needs of the end user b) a site must fit the needs of the individual or company posting it c) a site should be optimized for easy search d) all of the above

d) all of the above

Market pressures are generated by the global economy, and.....? a) the intense competition b) the changing nature of the workforce c) the powerful customers d) all of the above

d) all of the above

Strategic systems provide organizations with advantages that enable them to... a) increase their market share and/or profits b) to better negotiate with suppliers c) to prevent competitors from entering their markets d) all of the above

d) all of the above

The principal characteristics of a computer are? a) it responds to a specific set of instructions in a well-defined manner b) it can execute a prerecorded list of instructions (a program) c) it can quickly store and retrieve large amounts of data d) all of the above

d) all of the above

There are many ways to collect A/V Footage such as: a) screen capture b) still photos c) video/audio d) all of the above

d) all of the above

What are the principal characteristics of a computer? a) responding to a specific set of instructions b) executing a prerecorded set of instructions c) quickly store and retrieve a large amount of memory d) all of the above

d) all of the above

What is the key element of a spreadsheet? a) syntax b) range c) function d) all of the above

d) all of the above

What key formula is available in Excel? a) sum b) cell reference c) round d) all of the above

d) all of the above

What's the advantage or advantage of using cloud computing? a) employees have easier access to the company's information b) it saves money because it doesn't need a real IT infrastructure c) delivers computing services faster d) all of the above

d) all of the above

Which of the following answers explain why WIFI might pose issues? a) It can be spread throughout a location without regards to boundaries b) signal may be degraded by too many wifi spots in the area c) signal may be interrupted by electrical system d) all of the above

d) all of the above

Why are computer networks essential to modern organizations? a) networked computer systems enable organizations to become more flexible b) networks allow companies to share hardware, computer applications, and data c) networks make it possible for geographically dispersed employees and workgroups to share documents, ideas, and creative insights d) all of the above

d) all of the above

Why is PLS 21 Plant science? a) because Plant Science requires data modeling b) because PLS21 focuses on technologies used to run a farm c) PLS21 focuses on tools used to model crop systems d) all of the above

d) all of the above

Which of the following is not a characteristic of a computer? a) can execute prerecorded list of instructions (a program) b) can quickly store and retrieve large amounts of data c) responds to a specific set of instructions in a well-defined manner d) all of the above are characteristics of a computer

d) all of the above are characteristics of a computer

Which of the following is not a type of data that can be used in Excel? a) dates b) text (alphanumeric) c) numeric values d) all of the above are types of data that can be used in Excel

d) all of the above are types of data that can be used in Excel

Which of the following is NOT a Tool that can be found on Microsoft Word? a) rulers b) frames c) mail merge d) auto writer

d) auto writer

Which of the following are hardware components of computers? a) central processing unit b) microsoft excel c) mass storage device d) both A and C

d) both A and C

Which one of these is not a basic operation that a modern computer performs? a) processing b) electronic data storage c) output d) exporting information to other electronic devices

d) exporting information to other electronic devices

An information system (IS) does all of the following EXCEPT? a) collects information b) processes information c) analyzes information d) ignores information

d) ignores information

Which of the following benefits of application suites is NOT true? a) integrated products are designed to work together (seamlessly) b) easy switching ability from one program to another c) bundled packages are generally considered reasonable and worth the price d) integrated user interface to distinguish themselves from other franchises

d) integrated user interface to distinguish themselves from other franchises

Which of the following is not one of the main four processes of a computer? a) input b) output c) processing d) internet connection

d) internet connection

Which answer is FALSE in regards to a spreadsheet? a) a program that mimics a paper ledger b) makes number manipulation easy c) automatically links values and formulas d) is not used for the purpose of organizing data into a spreadsheet.

d) is not used for the purpose of organizing data into a spreadsheet.

These option below are types of Hardware, EXCEPT: a) monitor b) keyboard c) mouse d) itunes

d) itunes

Which of the following can not be considered as hardware? a) keyboard b) mouse c) hard disk d) microsoft word

d) microsoft word

All of these are basic operations of modern computers EXCEPT a) input b) processing c) output d) none of the above

d) none of the above

Which one is NOT the example of computers? a) GPS b) remote control c) printer d) none of the above

d) none of the above

What is NOT an example of a hardware? a) keyboard b) printer monitor c) mouse d) pad

d) pad

List the four processes (operations) that define a modern computer? a) predictive b) CRM c) streamline d) predictive, analytics, streamline, personalize customer service

d) predictive, analytics, streamline, personalize customer service

Which of the following describes the role of knowledge workers? a) provide quick access to timely and structured information b) use office automation systems to create documents, schedule resources, and communicate c) provide computer-based support for complicated, nonroutine decisions d) professional employees who create and integrate information and knowledge into business

d) professional employees who create and integrate information and knowledge into business

Which operation is not the basic operation of a computer? a) input b) output c) processing d) programming

d) programming

Give an example of software: a) hard drive b) case c) ram d) programs

d) programs

Which of the following is NOT an example of a robot discussed in the reading? a) telepresence robots b) autonomous cars c) drones d) remote controls

d) remote controls

Which of the following doesn't describe "application suite"? a) A group of programs sold as a package to solve common problems. b) The primary programs are word processing, spreadsheet, presentation graphics, database, and e-mail c) some of the programs may be for sale as individual products d) set of basic business programs designed with multiple user interfaces and common functions such as spell checking

d) set of basic business programs designed with multiple user interfaces and common functions such as spell checking

Which one of these ISN'T a way to cloud compute? a) Team View b) IBM smart cloud c) Citrix d) skype

d) skype

Which is not an advantage of twisted-pair wire? a) inexpensive b) widely available c) easy to work with d) slow

d) slow