Exam 1 ITE 115
If Mark is developing a website to be optimized for mobile devices, what would be the top-level domain?
.mobi
Which type of a computer can be assembled using a monitor, a keyboard, a CPU, speakers, a printer and a mouse?
A desktop computer
What could cause an external drive, like a USB flash drive, to not be recognized when plugged into a computer?
A faulty port
Which of the following is NOT likely to be found on a webpage?
A formatting toolbar
Which type of website would allow Evan, an avid traveler, to share photos and videos with his friends?
A social networking website
What would you need to install if you have an app that is incompatible with your current operating system?
A virtual machine
On a desktop, the _____ is the window you are currently using, and it appears in front of any other open windows.
Active window
Dominic is left-handed and frustrated with his pointing device because the default settings are for right-handed people. You can help Dominic solve his problem by telling him which of the following?
Adjust the settings for the mouse through the Settings dialog box.
Which company was the first to develop a computer meant for personal use?
Apple
Darren is hoping to get search results that begin with the words "art history." Which of the following search terms will help him?
Art history*
Which property is assigned to a file by the operating system?
Artist name
You are on vacation and want to see where all the restaurants and trendy shops are in relation to your hotel. You remember there is an app on your phone that will use your location and show you that information. What is the app using?
Augmented reality
Which of these is an optical medium of storage?
Blue-ray disk
Which of the following refers to a condition in which the CPU performs well but the bus speed is slow?
Bottlenecking
Which of the following factors can affect processor performance of a CPU?
Clock speed
In a web app, where is data usually stored?
Cloud storage
Which of the following is NOT a factor search engines consider when ranking search results?
Design quality of the website
If you want to use evidence found on computers, networks, and other devices to help solve crimes, then which of the following careers is a match for you?
Digital forensics
Which of the following can you run to find and remove unnecessary files?
Disk cleanup utility
Simon has difficulty pressing and holding more than one key at a time, such as CTRL+ALT+DEL. What setting can he change to make this task easier?
Enable sticky keys
Kyle likes to keep in touch with his friends and family using the Internet. He enjoys sharing pictures, music, and ideas. He also enjoys playing games with others online. Which of the following online platforms should he use to do all of this?
Facebook, because it is an online social network that allows game play
A joystick is a pen-type input device used to draw and tap icons.
False
Jorge saw a computer named Watson on the game show Jeopardy and was surprised at how many answers Watson was able to get correct, especially because the math problems involved solving equations. Watson was using augmented reality to solve the problems.
False
Most computers can operate normally in extreme temperatures and withstand high humidity and power fluctuations.
False
Nellie recently sold her old laptop directly to a student from different country using an e-commerce website. The website she used runs on B2B model.
False
Operating systems can run only if they are installed on a hard drive.
False
The sidebar of a webpage typically contains information about when the site was last updated.
False
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
When you add information to a word-processing document, what role does your operating system play?
False
You can avoid electronic waste by replacing devices every time a new version comes out.
False
What is the correct sequence of processing instructions in a machine cycle?
Fetch à decode à execute à store
In Windows, you use _____ to reorder, move, and navigate between folders.
File explorer
If you have a file that has billions of bytes of data, then it would be measured in _____.
Gigabytes
Sanjay, a middle school history teacher, has assigned his class to work in groups to create a presentation on the different legal systems around the world. Each group consists of three people in the class and one person from their pen pal class in India. How would you describe Sanjay's use of technology?
He is using technology to have students work cooperatively in groups and create a presentation.
Brendon wants to volunteer at the Red Cross, a nonprofit agency. He enters redcross.com in his browser, but cannot find the right website. What mistake is he making?
He should enter redcross.org because Red Cross is a nonprofit organization.
Rocco runs a software firm that creates database management systems for other businesses. How can he ensure that his employees' computers remain protected from viruses and other malware?
He should have periodic anti-virus scanning and software upgraded on all computers.
Taran wants to work in the technology field but is unsure of which career to pursue. He has been told he has strong people skills; he is good at figuring out what is wrong with computers and fixing them; and he is patient and helpful when others do not know how to use computers. As his college advisor, which technology careers would you suggest he explore?
Help desk support
Which technology device could be used to view a patient's internal organs?
Ingestible camera
What happens when you delete a folder?
It goes the Recycle Bin or Trash folder.
Why is the date a file was modified useful?
It identifies the most recent version.
You and your friend both send documents to the printer, but the printer can only print one document at a time. What does it do with the other document?
It places the document in a buffer
Which of the following is not a hardware device that controls the movement of the pointer on a computer screen?
Keyboard
Steve has built an online shopping website and he would like to increase his website ranking in the search results. You are his consultant. Which of the following would you recommend for him to help achieve his goal?
Link his website to other popular websites
Which of the following would be considered a professional networking website?
Which of the following operating systems includes a virtual assistant?
MacOS
Which of the following features is a way to make a computer do what you want it to do?
Menu
What are "hits" that search engines list on the first page?
Most relevant results
What should you do the first time you save a file?
Name the file
Rajesh is considering whether to use a web app to collaborate with a group of friends on a project. What is one reason he should avoid using a web app for the project?
One friend has an unreliable, slow Internet connection.
Swapping items between memory and storage is called _____.
Paging
Which of these is not an input device?
Printer
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 is the most suitable device to use in a classroom or a conference room to deliver presentations?
Projector
What technology is being used when you are sent an email saying you can track your package?
Scan code
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
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
What performance specification does 2 GHz refer to?
Speed at which the processor executes instructions
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
Sofie has strong people skills, listens well, and communicates effectively. Which technology career may be a good fit for her?
Technology sales
Kay is researching the health benefits of avocados. She finds an article on the website tracyshealthproducts.com. Which of the following can assure Kay that the content is credible?
The article's author has been a nutritionist for the last three years.
In the 1980s movie, Wargames, the computer was taught to play chess, checkers, tic tac toe, and other strategy games. How would you describe the developers' goal in teaching the computer these games?
The developers were using artificial intelligence
Which of the following is a step in the boot process?
The operating system files are loaded into RAM.
Ms. Lawson, a primary school teacher, told her students that a photograph of the president is in the public domain. What does she mean by this?
The photo is free of copyright
The fifth grade class at the local elementary school is doing a class project on recycling and wants to involve the entire community. How could they inform community members about their project using social networking?
They could create a hashtag and post on social media
How do delivery companies track packages?
They use code-scanning technology
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
Claire wants to use a quote by a famous author in an article she is writing about the declining population of Great White sharks. She will not be infringing the copyright of the author if she makes a citation in the article.
True
Embedded computers usually are small and have limited hardware but enhance the capabilities of everyday devices.
True
Information literacy means you can evaluate whether online information is misleading, biased, or out of date.
True
The Unicode coding scheme supports a variety of characters including those for Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic languages.
True
Wolfram Alpha is an example of a search tool that can help you solve factual questions to help complete your homework.
True
How is an executable file different from a data file?
Unlike a data file, you cannot open and read executable files.
What should you do if a headset plugged into your computer is not working properly?
Update the device driver
Alessandro wants to use his desktop computer to video chat with his mother. What hardware does he need to accomplish this?
Use his webcam and speakers so that he and his mother can both see and hear each other.
Your company must reduce its electronic waste by 10 percent in the next year. What can the company do to meet this goals?
Use sleep modes and other power management features for computers and devices.
Jazmyn cannot find the paper that she wrote last night. She is in a panic and you want to help her. What advice would you give her?
Use the search tool to locate the file by file name, content, or date.
A(n) _____ protects your device against unauthorized access.
User account
Which of the following is a necessary step in maintaining computer hardware?
Using a UPS or a surge processor
What should you avoid doing when creating your online profile for potential employers?
Using humor or informal names
What device do e-learning applications usually use to help users with visual impairment read digital content?
Voice synthesizer
When should a user consider restoring the operating system?
When programs or apps do not start properly
Amanda is used to buying clothes from physical stores. Her friend, Stuart, prefers online shopping and wants to persuade her to shop online as well. Which of the following arguments can Stuart make to convince Amanda without painting a false picture?
You can shop online at any time of day and in any weather conditions.
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
What is the most common type of volatile memory?
random access memory (RAM)
The bootstrap program executes which of the following?
tests that check components such as RAM and storage
When a CPU executes instructions as it converts input into output, it does so with _____.
the control unit and the arithmetic logic unit
What is the main purpose of an operating system?
to coordinate the resources and activities on a computer
Where can you pin frequently used apps for easy access?
to the taskbar
_____ is the use of computers to simulate a real or imagined environment that appears as a three-dimensional space.
virtual reality
When does the boot process start?
when you turn on your computer
