Computers Final

Patricia has started a new interior design business, and wants to store designs in the cloud so her clients can review them. Which of the following apps should she use for cloud storage?

Drop box

Which of the following types of RAM needs to be constantly recharged to retain the contents?

Dynamic RAM (DRAM)

T or F: A Trojan is a malicious program that uses a computer network to replicate.

False

T or F: A joystick is a pen-type input device used to draw and tap icons.

False

T or F: An e-commerce website offers fewer models, colors, and sizes than a physical store.

False

T or F: Before you can open and edit a compressed file, you need to zip it.

False

T or F: Big data is processed using relational databases.

False

T or F: If you want to become a digital citizen, you only have to buy a piece of technology.

False

T or F: Most computers can operate normally in extreme temperatures and withstand high humidity and power fluctuations.

False

In Windows, you use _____ to reorder, move, and navigate between folders.

File Explorer

Which of the following is a web app?

Google Docs

Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?

Internal hard drive

During the boot process, what does the processor do after the computer circuits receive power?

It begins to run the bootstrap program.

How would you describe an intelligent workplace?

It uses technology to enable workers to connect and communicate.

Aaron has started a food blog on which he wants to post his recipes. He wants to place a high-quality image next to each cooking step.Which file format should he use so that users do not experience a lag when loading the high-quality images on the website?

JPEG

What should you do the first time you save a file?

Name the file.

How can you display the main folders on a Windows computer?

Open File Manager.

Which of the following is an example of green computing?

Purchase and use products with an ENERGY STAR label.

Which of the following top-level domains is generally used by Internet service providers?

.net

How can an attacker execute malware through a script?

A script can run a series of instructions to download and run malware.

Charley likes to have everything organized and she is bothered by the long list of documents on her flash drive. She wants to create folders by semester, then by course. How can you help her?

Show her how to use File Manager.

___ is the gap between those who have access to technology and its resources and information, especially on the Internet, and those who do not.

The digital divide

T or F: A CPU converts the data entered through the keyboard into output displayed on the monitor.

True

T or F: An intelligent workplace uses technology to enable workers to connect to the company's network, communicate with each other, use productivity software and apps, and meet via web conferencing.

True

T or F: E-commerce sites use Transport Layer Security (TLS) to encrypt data and protect you from fraud and identity theft.

True

T or F: Each slide in a presentation has a layout that includes placeholders for certain types of content.

True

T or F: Embedded computers usually are small and have limited hardware but enhance the capabilities of everyday devices.

True

T or F: If you add a slideshow to play as your desktop theme, you have customized your system software.

True

T or F: Information literacy means you can evaluate whether online information is misleading, biased, or out of date.

True

T or F: Online classified ads are an example of C2C e-commerce.

True

T or F: Peripheral devices, like a USB flash drive, are generally connected to your computer through ports.

True

T or F: Steffi needs to find the domain name of the webpage she is currently viewing. To do this, she needs to look at the address bar of the browser.

True

What is the first step to performing hardware maintenance?

Turn off the computer and remove its power source.

What is the most common type of storage device for transferring files from one computer to another?

USB flash drive

What should you do if a headset plugged into your computer is not working properly?

Update the device driver.

Dave and Pietro are active in the National Guard. Halfway through the semester, they receive orders to report to duty. How can their professor use technology to allow them to complete the course?

Use a learning management system (LMS) to put lectures and tests online.

Lauren is preparing a presentation for her class. She wants to make the slides ans their objects appear and disappear to make it more interesting. What should she do?

Use animations

Which of the following is a necessary step in maintaining computer hardware?

Using a UPS or a surge processor

____ is the use of computers to simulate a real or imagined environment that appears as a three-dimensional space.

Virtual reality (VR)

Lauren wants to write short articles and post them online. If she has an Internet connection, what software can help her do her work?

Zoho writer

Cloud storage refers to the storage of data on ______.

a server on the Internet

On a desktop, the _____ is the window you are currently using, and it appears in front of any other open windows.

active window

What technology can collect information to make decisions, reach conclusions, and combine information in new ways?

artificial intelligence (AI

Creating a(n) _____ means copying files from a computer's hard drive and storing them in a remote location.

data backup

A(n) _____ contains the instructions your computer or device needs to run programs and apps.

executable file

Samantha plans to self-publish her book on her website. Which of the following apps should she use to design the cover?

graphics app

Technology can lead to all of the following behavioral risks EXCEPT _____.

higher satisfaction with life

A(n) _____ is a small picture that represents a program, file, or hardware device.

icon

Folder names should _____.

identify the content and purpose of the folder

When you save a Microsoft Office file to OneDrive, where are you saving it?

in a storage area located on a server

If you copy a drawing from the Internet and use it in a report, you might be violating the artist's _____.

intellectual property rights

Digital information processed into a useful form is called _____.

output

An operating system is also called a(n) _____.

platform

Martha has been appointed as the Data Security Manager of her organization. The company wants her to develop a customized app to remove viruses from the infected systems without connecting to the network. What type of app should she focus on developing?

portable app

What type of window are you opening when you click the Start button on the Windows desktop, and then click the name of an app?

program window

Which of the following technologies assists users that have a visual disability?

screen readers

A smart refrigerator can use _____ to detect when you are running low on milk, and then send a reminder to you on a wireless network.

sensors

Akira has a mobility impairment that makes it difficult to type on a keyboard. What technology can she use to create written documents without using a keyboard?

speech recognition software

A ______ is a named collection of formats you apply to text in a word processing document.

style

Jack needs a convenient way to browse the Internet, read emails, and store basic data when he travels. Which of the following would be the best option for him?

tablet

Why do companies use online collaborative productivity software?

to allow employees to share, edit, and comment on documents

A file manager is used for all of the following except ____.

to change the contents of files

What is the main purpose of an operating system?

to coordinate the resources and activities on a computer

Which of the following is assigned to each webpage to identify its location on the Internet?

uniform resource locator (URL)

A(n) _____ protects your device against unauthorized access.

user account

Which option lists the computer components in order from oldest to newest?

vacuum tubes, transistors, integrated circuits, microprocessors, personal computers

When Alice turned on her laptop this morning, the screen displayed only colorful horizontal lines. Which of the following is most likely to have a problem?

video card

A(n) _____ is an electronic document that can contain text, graphics, sound, video, and links.

webpage

Compressing a file is also called _____ the file.

zipping

If you press the key corresponding to letter A on the keyboard, what process is carried out inside the CPU to display the letter on the screen?

'A' is converted to binary code, which the CPU processes. The computer then converts the code back 'A' for display.

How is a worm different from a Trojan?

A worm spreads through a network, whereas a Trojan hides inside another program.

For an interview, Sean needs to familiarize himself with database software but cannot afford to purchase any software. Which of these app suites should he download?

Apache OpenOffice

The news reports a security breach of credit card information at a large department store that has recently laid off many employees. Why should the store investigate the possibility of the breach being from an insider?

Because insiders sometimes create threats after incidents at their places of employment

Which of these is an optical medium of storage?

Blu-ray disc

Raina is putting finishing touches on her Ph.D. thesis report. She feels she should emphasize the keywords throughout the thesis. How can she do this in the word processor she is using?

Change font size, style, and color of the keywords

In a web app, where is data usually stored?

Cloud storage

Pierre has entered marks obtained by the students in all the classes he teaches in a spreadsheet. Now he wants to highlight some data according to his specifications. Which spreadsheet feature should he use?

Conditional formatting

T or F: To protect your information and help you to remember passwords, use your social media account login information to log into another site.

False

Sophia is putting together a training manual for her new batch of employees. Which of the following features can she use to add a document title at the top of each page?

Header and Footer

Search engines use software that combs the web to find webpages and add new data about them to the database. What is this software called?

Spiders

T or F: New cars use embedded computers to make driving safer.

True

How can you protect personal information gathered by legitimate organizations?

Create a separate email account for receiving information from websites.

When Florence joins her father's construction business, she realizes all the transactions are still done and maintained on paper. What should she do to establish a system where any data can be looked up immediately and transparency can be maintained?

Create a database of company projects, customers, and vendors.

____ is a nonprofit organization that helps content creators keep copyright to their materials while allowing others to use, copy, or distribute their work.

Creative Commons

Which of the following is NOT a factor search engines consider when ranking search results?

Design quality of the webpage

T or F: To prevent a laptop from being stolen, you can use a surge protector.

False

T or F: When Liam went to print his presentation, the boot process established the connection to the printer, sent the presentation to the printer, and let other software know the printer was busy.

False

T or F: When accessed, an e-commerce website that sells carpentry tools displays a lock icon somewhere in the window of the browser. The address bar in the Chrome browser would identify this website as "insecure."

False

T or F: You can avoid electronic waste by replacing devices every time a new version comes out.

False

Andy has diabetes and he is not good about taking his medications or even checking his insulin levels. His doctor has recently started using mobile health (mHealth). How will Andy's doctor's use of mHealth help Andy get his diabetes under control?

He will receive text reminders to take his medications and check his insulin.

How will you decide which browser security settings to allow and which ones to block?

I will need to review each browser security setting and use my best judgement.

LensForAll is a company that sells affordable contact lenses on its website. The CEO of the company realizes that an app must be developed that would allow customers to virtually try on colored lenses to fin out what best suits them. Which of these features should the app have?

It should have responsive design so that it is easy to use on mobile devices.

What are "hits" that search engines list on the first page?

Most relevant results

Jim wants to develop an app for a specific purpose that would run even when his computer is not connected to the Internet. What type of app should develop?

Native app

What printer is commonly used to produce high-quality professional drawings such as architectural blueprints?

Plotter

Which of these is not an input device?

Printer

Daniel wants to buy a computer to use for playing games after work. He loves racing games and wants to make sure his device has all the specifications needed to run them smoothly and efficiently. Which of these factors should he consider?

Processor core - some applications, especially games, have greater processor requirements

Which of the following is the science that combines technology and engineering?

Robotics

Gertie wants to buy a smartwatch by making an electronic payment. She is not willing to divulge her financial information, and her only bank account is not linked to any online payment service. Which of the following most aligns to what Gertie feels comfortable doing?

She should use a virtual account number to make the payment.

T or F: A device driver is a program that controls a device attached to the computer.

True

T or F: A digital citizen is familiar with how to use technology to become an educated and productive member of the digital world.

True

T or F: A specialty search engine lets you search online information sources that general search engines do not always access.

True

T or F: An intelligent workplace uses technology to allow workers to be productive whether they are in the office or working from home.

True

T or F: It is advised to fully charge the battery of a laptop before using it for the first time.

True

T or F: Local applications can be accessed only on the computers on which they are installed.

True

How can you check data on devices connected through an IoT network?

Use a tablet

Logan is considering web app development as a career option. Which of the following languages does he not need to master?

Visual Basic

An organization has its employees working from home. Which type of software most likely includes collaboration features to help the employees work together online?

Web apps

When should a user consider restoring the operating system?

When programs or apps do not start properly

Amelie lists her dishwasher for sale on eBay. Ryan, who lives in another city, bids for the best price and uses his credit card to pay for the dishwasher. Is this transaction an example of e-commerce?

Yes; it is a business transaction on a consumer-to-consumer website.