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Question 1

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A display device is a(n) ____ device that visually conveys text, graphics, and video information.
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  • output
  • input
  • processing
  • storage

Question 2

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Outlook and Windows Live Mail are two popular desktop ____ programs.
Answer
  • blog
  • email
  • fax
  • text

Question 3

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People who use the computer directly or use the information it provides are called ____
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  • computer users
  • end users
  • users
  • any of the above

Question 4

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A communications device is a ____ component that enables a computer to send (transmit) and receive data, instructions, and information to and from one or more computers or mobile devices.
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  • software
  • hardware
  • Neither software or hardware
  • Both hardware and software

Question 5

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A hard disk is a(n) ____ device that contains one or more inflexible, circular platters that use magnetic particles to store data, instructions, and information.
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  • input
  • output
  • storage
  • processing

Question 6

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An ISP (Internet service provider) is a ____ access provider.
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  • regional
  • national
  • neither regional or national
  • either regional or national

Question 7

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A ____ , also called a laptop computer, is a portable, personal computer often designed to fit on your lap.
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  • notebook computer
  • netbook computer
  • mobile device
  • smart device

Question 8

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____ is the process of adding software to a computer.
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  • Adding
  • optimizing
  • installing
  • opening

Question 9

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Depending on how you use the computer, you may need anywhere from ____ to 10 USB ports.
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  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4

Question 10

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A search ____ is a program that finds Web sites, Web pages, images, videos, news, maps, and other information related to a specific topic.
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  • machine
  • engine
  • computer
  • directory

Question 11

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A(n) ____ device is any hardware component that allows you to enter data and instructions into a computer.
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  • output
  • stability
  • input
  • utility

Question 12

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____ software consists of programs designed to make users more productive and/or assist them with personal tasks.
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  • system
  • development
  • utilty
  • application

Question 13

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A computer is a(n) ____ device, operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory, that can accept data, process the data according to specified rules, produce results, and store the results for future use.
Answer
  • network
  • electronic
  • mainframe
  • manual

Question 14

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An optical disc is a flat, round, portable metal disc with a plastic coating. ____ are types of optical discs.
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  • CDs and DVDs
  • Blu-ray discs
  • CDs, DVDs and Blu-ray discs
  • None of these choices are correct

Question 15

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Also called main memory, ____ consists of memory chips that can be read from and written to by the processor and other devices.
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  • RAM
  • ROM
  • the motherboard
  • the microprocessor

Question 16

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____ software allows users to organize data in rows and columns and perform calculations on the data.
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  • Accounting
  • Spreadsheet
  • Table
  • Information

Question 17

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____ is a collection of unprocessed items, which can include text, numbers, images, audio, and video.
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  • Data
  • Information
  • Search tools
  • keywords

Question 18

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____ storage is an Internet service that provides hard disk storage to computer users.
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  • Air
  • Blue
  • Cloud
  • Sky

Question 19

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Resolution is the number of horizontal and vertical ____ in a display device.
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  • colors
  • crystals
  • pixels
  • lights

Question 20

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____ is a collection of computers and devices connected together, often wirelessly, via communications devices and transmission media.
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  • router
  • modem
  • network
  • portal

Question 21

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The ____ unit directs and coordinates most of the operations in the computer.
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  • logic
  • system
  • control
  • arithmetic

Question 22

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Flash memory chips are a type of solid ____ media, which means they consist entirely of electronic components and contain no moving parts.
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  • unit
  • state
  • sector
  • digital

Question 23

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Communications occur over transmission media such as ____
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  • cables
  • satellites
  • telephone lines
  • All of these choices are correct

Question 24

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Word Processing software is used to ____
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  • edit
  • format
  • print
  • All of these choices are correct

Question 25

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The term ____ refers to Web sites that provide a means for users to share personal information, allow users to modify the Web site contents, and/or have software built into the site for users to access.
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  • Web 1.0
  • Web 2.0
  • Web 3.0
  • Web 4.0

Question 26

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ExpressCard modules commonly are used in ____ computers.
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  • notebook computers
  • netbook computers
  • desktop computers
  • smartphone

Question 27

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With a(n) ____, you interact with the software using text, graphics, and visual images such as icons.
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  • GUI
  • GIU
  • UGI
  • UIG

Question 28

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A ____ is a collection of data organized in a manner that allows access, retrieval, and use of that data.
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  • database
  • spreadsheet
  • presentation
  • word document

Question 29

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A ____ is a program that hides in a computer and allows someone from a remote location to take full control of the computer.
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  • remote kit
  • rootkit
  • cyberkit
  • command kit

Question 30

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A Blu-ray Disc (BD) has storage capacities of ____ GB.
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  • 50
  • 100
  • 300
  • 200

Question 31

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____ computing involves reducing the electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using a computer.
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  • Green
  • Red
  • Blue
  • Sky

Question 32

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A ____ program allows a user to perform maintenance-type tasks usually related to managing a computer, its devices, or its programs.
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  • utility
  • web 2..0
  • gadget
  • registry

Question 33

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A ____ is a network that connects computers and devices in a limited geographical area such as a home, school computer laboratory, office building, or closely positioned group of buildings.
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  • LAN
  • WLAN
  • MAN
  • WAN

Question 34

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A ____ phone is a phone that can connect to the Internet and usually also provides personal information management functions such as a calendar, an appointment book, an address book, a calculator, and a notepad.
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  • cloud
  • smart
  • busy
  • web 2.0

Question 35

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The ____ is a case that contains electronic components of the computer used to process data.
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  • motherboard
  • system unit
  • ROM
  • RAM

Question 36

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A(n) ____ is an informal Web site consisting of time-stamped articles in a diary or journal format.
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  • post
  • blog
  • instant message
  • wall

Question 37

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Software, also called a(n) ____, consists of a series of related instructions, organized for a common purpose, that tells the computer what tasks to perform and how to perform them.
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  • program
  • utility
  • system
  • process

Question 38

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A multifunction peripheral, also called an all-in-one device, is a single device that looks like a printer or copy machine but can provide the functionality of a ____.
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  • printer and scanner
  • copy and fax
  • printer, copier, scanner and fax
  • None of these choice are correct

Question 39

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With a Web cam you can capture, edit, and share video and still photos. Recommended minimum specifications include 640 x 480 resolution, a video with a rate of ____ frames per second, and a USB or FireWire port.
Answer
  • 10
  • 20
  • 30
  • 40

Question 40

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An operating system is a set of programs that coordinates all the activities among computer ____ devices.
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  • hardware
  • software
  • hardware and software
  • None of these choices are correct

Question 41

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Common computer hardware components include all of the following EXCEPT: ____.
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  • modem
  • keyboard
  • software
  • speakers

Question 42

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Three common types of storage media are ____, flash memory, and optical discs.
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  • hard disks
  • cables
  • telephone lines
  • software

Question 43

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Computers perform four basic operations - input, process, output, and storage. These operations comprise the information ____ cycle.
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  • running
  • processing
  • handling
  • system

Question 44

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The disk's storage locations consist of pie-shaped sections, which break the tracks into small arcs called ____.
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  • sections
  • sectors
  • rings
  • areas

Question 45

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____ software is application software that allows users to create visual aids for presentations to communicate ideas, messages, and other information to a group
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  • Presntation
  • Word Processing
  • Database
  • Publishing

Question 46

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A ____ computer is a computer that can perform all of its input, processing, output, and storage activities by itself.
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  • System
  • Personal
  • Network
  • Business

Question 47

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A CD-ROM is a type of ____ disc.
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  • write-only
  • read-only
  • read and write only
  • read and write only once

Question 48

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A USB flash drive, sometimes called a ____ drive, is a flash memory storage device that plugs into a USB port on a computer or mobile device.
Answer
  • finger
  • thumb
  • thumbnail
  • miniature

Question 49

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A peripheral is a device that connects to the system unit and is controlled by the ____ in the computer.
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  • RAM
  • ROM
  • processor
  • software
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