Post Test: Computer Basics

Which option completes the explanation for conflict of interest in an organization? The organization wants you to avoid situations that make you choose between its overall benefit and your?

Personal Gain

Match the following technologies with their applications.

helps in building grid computing systems-autonomic computing is a form of green computing-virtualization helps visually challenged people interface with computers-screenless displays is used to create medical implants-3-D printing

computers partake in the message transfer process. which device?

hub

Which software is used to play, create, and modify audio and video files? _______ software is used to play, create, and modify audio and video files.

multimedia

Which computer applications can Mr. Crowell use to make the classroom learning more stimulating and interesting? Mr. Crowell has been teaching in a school for years with the help of traditional teaching methods. Recently, the school authorities have recommended the use of computer programs and applications to facilitate a better learning experience for their students. Mr. Crowell wants to make the classroom learning stimulating and interesting. He will have to use a few of the several computer a

multimedia presentations, simulations, email, videos

which is a network of devices built around a person, typically within 10 meters of range?

personal area network

In attempts to improve their contribution to the environment a company decides to adapt green computing. Which of these techniques will contribute to green computing? virtualization grid computing recycling autonomic computing

recycling, visualization

Which option describes wearable technology? A. the incorporation of technology into objects we use regularly B. rugged technology that can withstand the elements without much damage C. computing systems that derive energy from the user's biological processes D. mobile technology that is extremely portable E. extremely small and powerful computing systems

A

Which option refers to a combination of the three main services in cloud computing? A. SaaS B. XaaS C. IaaS D. MaaS E. PaaS

B. XaaS

Judy forgot where she saved a certain file on her computer. Therefore, she searches for all files with a .jpg file extension. Which type of file is she searching? A. program files B. audio files C. graphic files D. document files E. video files

C. graphic files

James wishes to access a certain software service via different computing systems over the Internet. What technology provides software on demand over the Internet? A. mobile computing B. grid computing C. green computing D. cloud computing E. autonomic computing

D. cloud computing

Kelly completes a bachelor's degree in animation from a top school in New York. She would now like to look for a job that will put her education to good use. In which type of an organization, will Kelly have better chances of success? A. local newspaper office B. retail organizations C. management or business schools D. media production houses E. network devices manufacturing companies

D. media production houses

Dereck works for long hours on his computer. He frequently experiences physical strain by the end of the day because he does not follow an important rule of ergonomics with respect to the use of keyboards. Which of the following actions of Dereck could lead to physical strain? A. placing the keyboard exactly in front of him while typing B. keeping hands and wrists straight while typing C. using wrist pads throughout the day D. pounding at the keys on the keyboard while typing E. resting his hand

D. pounding at the keys on the keyboard while typing

Claudia has a bachelor's degree in computer information systems, and she has learned to use some popular software testing tools. Which career role would be most suitable for her? A. business analyst B. computer programmer C. software engineer D. software quality assurance engineer E. technical support specialist

D. software quality assurance engineer

David has a bachelor's degree in software engineering, but is now looking for a job as a software developer. Which of these certifications will not help enhance his job prospects? A. Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) B. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) C. CompTIA A+ D. CompTIA Security+ E. .NET

E. >NET

Someone accessed Greg's laptop without his consent in his absence. According to which law the person be punished? A. Copyright Act of United States B. Digital Millennium Act C. SOPA D. PIPA E. CFAA

E. CFAA

who can provide you with a new password in case you forgot your old one?

Internet service provider

Which type of operating system is usually used in personal computers? A single-user/multi-taskingsingle-user/single-taskingmulti-user/multi-tasking operating system is usually used in personal computers. This allows a usertwo usersmultiple users to perform multiple tasks simultaneously

single user/multitasking....User

To be a successful computer engineer, you must be proficient in programming languages and operating systems. similarly to be a good animator, you must have good knowledge of the principles of animation. identify the different skill requirements for computer professionals...

technical... knowledge and ability to perform a specific task.....not leadership

Which term refers to actions that you would typically perform on a computer to revive it if it functions in an unexpected manner? The corrective action(s) that you need to perform on a computer in case it functions in an unexpected manner is called________?

Troubleshooting

The members of a study group are more than a thousand miles apart. Which type of computer network would allow them to work with files and save them on a central server?

WAN

Suzy lives alone in New York, whereas her family lives in Florida. It is difficult for Suzy to visit her family very frequently, considering the long distance. She wishes to see them and talk them every now and then. Which of the following computer applications could help Suzy? A. Skype B. email C. spreadsheet software D. presentation program E. word processing software

A. Skype

An organization needs to maintain data files of its employees in the form of tables. They also need to access and update over the company network. Which type of software should the company use? A. database software B. word processing software C. spreadsheet software D. multimedia software E. presentation software

A. database software

Which type of memory helps in reading as well as writing data? With the help of ____ , a computer can read as well as write or modify data.

Ram

Network where employees can access huge amounts of data easily?

SAN