Career Prep A: Unit 2

An operating system created for only Apple Products

OS X

What is the purpose of using anti-virus software?

it detects and protects your computer from security issues and malicious attacks which will eventually destroy it.

The user-friendly display which provides the user ease of navigation within the system is known as:

Graphic User Interface (GUI)

Malware would be defined as:

A term that represents intrusions meant to harm your computer such as viruses, spyware, adware, scareware, and other malicious programs.

A printer is considered to be the category of

Hardware

If your laptop keeps overheating, what should you do to keep it from becoming damaged?

Buy a cooling pad for laptops.

If the printer stops printing, what should I do first?

Check the power connection, then check the paper tray for jams or empty tray.

What would be a technology development that might impact our environment?

Electric cars

Which of the following statements best describes a zipped file?

Files that are compressed to a smaller size than the original.

According to this path, c:\documents\Christmaslist\addresses2015, where exactly would you locate the list of addresses file?

In a folder name Christmaslist located in my documents.

In what way could our society be classified today?

Information age

The ability to diagnose and troubleshoot common computer issues _____.

Is an essential skill which not only maintains your personal computer but is an asset in the job market.

Which of the following statements are true?

It is a very god habit to periodically back up your data.

Which of the following statements apply to compressed files?

It is much easier to send a lot of information via email once files are compressed.

In regard to online storage, which of the following would be false?

It is never a good idea to save your files to the internet.

What software automatically loads when the computer is starting up and makes the computer run properly?

Operating system software

Which statement is true?

Preventative maintenance is necessary for the successful operation and the extended life of your computer.

A good backup plan would involve:

Purchasing an external drive that would have enough room to back up your computer programs and data.

The first course of action and the easiest step in solving a minor issue with your computer is to:

Reboot/restart the computer

Deleted files are sent to the:

Recycle bin

Which of the following is considered a utility of your computer system?

The ability to compress files.

Acts as a connection between the hardware operation and the software applications

The operating system

if my laptop has problems starting or is trapped in a restarting loop, what can I try first to solve the problems?

Turn off the computer, remove the battery for a few minutes, replace battery, and restart; or, try starting your computer with the power cord only while the battery is removed.

A computer/software that is easy to follow in use/installation is said to be:

User-friendly

If there is no sound when you try to play music or watch a video, what should you check first?

Volume control