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Technology In Action - 2

Subjects : it-skills, literacy
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. 'A hierarchical structure that include files - folders - and drives used to create a more organized and efficient computer.'






2. A special data packet that allows Data to flows from device to device in one direction only.






3. 'A device designed to store media - share media across the network - and back up files on computers connected to a home network.'






4. The most popular transmission media option for Ethernet networks. UTP cable is composed of four pairs of wires that are twisted around each other to reduce electrical interference.






5. The maximum speed at which data can be transmitted between two nodes on a network; usually measured in megabits per second (Mbps). See also data transfer rate.






6. 'The portion of a company's intranet that is used to share business information with business partners such as vendors - suppliers - and customers.'






7. Programs that perform basic editing tasks on audio files such as cutting dead air space from the beginning or end of a song or cutting a portion from the middle.






8. 'Microsoft operating system that builds upon the security and user interface upgrades that the Windows Vista release provided - and gives users with touch-screen monitors the ability to use touch commands to scroll - resize windows - pan - and zoom.'






9. 'Someone who has training in computer and peripheral maintenance and repair - network design - and the installation of network software; installs new equipment - configures computers for users - repairs equipment - and assigns network access to users






10. A server that manages all client-requested printing jobs for all printers on the network.






11. That status of software(or other created works) that are not protected by copyright.






12. A large - expensive computer that supports hundreds or thousands of users simultaneously and executes many different programs at the same time.






13. A utility in Windows that restores system settings to a specific previous date when everything was working properly.






14. A computer that is intended for use at a single location. A desktop computer consists of a case that houses the main components of the computer - plus peripheral devices.






15. A large printer that uses a computer-controlled pen to produce oversize pictures that require precise continuous lines to be drawn - such as maps and architectural plans.






16. 'A thin - round - metallic storage plate stacked onto the hard drive spindle.'






17. 'The process of identifying a computer user - based on a login or username and password. The computer system determines whether the computer user is authorized and what level of access is to be granted on the network.'






18. The process of starting a computer from a powered-down or off state.






19. 'The top level of the filing structure in a computer system. In Windows computers - the root directory of the hard drive is represented as C:.'






20. 'An application program - such as Microsoft Project - that helps project managers generate charts and tables used to manage aspects of a project.'






21. Acts as a go-between for computers on the internal network and the external network (the Internet).






22. A device that allows you to capture sound waves - such as those created by your voice - and transfer them to digital format on your computer.






23. Temporary storage - such as in random access memory (RAM) - When the power is off - the data in volatile storage is cleared out.






24. 'A program that provides traditional classroom tools - such as calendars and grade books - over the Internet - as well as areas for students to exchange ideas and information in chat rooms - discussion forums - and e-mail.'






25. 'One of two recognized DVD formats that enables you to both read - record (R) - and rewrite (RW) data on the disc.'






26. A fast transfer port.






27. 'Programs for managing finances - such as Intuit's Quicken and Microsoft Money - which include electronic checkbook registers and automatic bill payment tools.'






28. Interface between user and computer in which the user enters commands to communicate with the computer system.






29. 'The main function of an Internet appliance is easy access to the Internet - social networking sites - e-mail - video - news - and entertainment.'






30. 'Software - often used for training purposes - which allows the user to experience or control an event as if it is reality.'






31. A mouse that uses an internal sensor or a laser to conrtol the mouse's movement. The sensor sends signals to the computer - telling it where to move the pointer on the screen.






32. 'The steady and constant pace at which a computer goes through machine cycles - measured in hertz (Hz).'






33. A feature in the Windows operating system that lets individuals view and change the properties of all hardware devices attached to the computer.






34. 'A wireless standard established in 1997 by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers; also known as WiFi (short for Wireless Fidelity) - it enables wireless network devices to work seamlessly with other networks and devices.'






35. 'A special signal sent to all network nodes - alerting them that a data collision has occurred.'






36. The set of programs that enables a computer's hardware devices and application software to work together; it includes the operating system and utility programs.






37. A printer that works either by melting wax-based ink onto ordinary paper (in a process called thermal wax transfer printing) or by burning dots onto specially coated paper (in a process called direct thermal printing).






38. The metal or plastic case that holds all the physical parts of the computer together - including the computer's processor (its brains) - its memory - and the many circuit boards that help the computer function.






39. 'An application program that helps business owners manage their finances more efficiently by providing tools for tracking accounting transactions such as sales - accounts receivable - inventory purchases - and accounts payable.'






40. 'In Windows - a snapshot of your entire system's settings used for restoring your system to a prior point in time.'






41. 'The process of identifying a computer user - based on a login or username and password. The computer system determines whether the computer user is authorized and what level of access is to be granted on the network.'






42. 'An electronic filing system best used for larger and more complicated groups of data that require more than one table and the ability to group - sort - and retrieve data and generate reports.'






43. The process of sending jobs formerly performed in the U.S. to other countries.






44. Programs for creating or editing two-dimensional line-based drawings.






45. Cables made of copper wires that are twisted around each other and are surrounded by a plastic jacket (such as traditional home phone wire).






46. See eSata.






47. A computer that provides resources to other computers on a network.






48. A type of wireless technology that uses radio waves to transmit data over short distances. Often used to connect peripherals such as printers and keyboards to computers or headsets to cell phones.






49. A type of technology used to transmit video signals; used on newer LCD monitors - as well as other multimedia devices such as televisions - DVD players - and projectors.






50. A single copper wire surrounded by layers of plastic insulation and sheathing; used mainly in cable television and cable Internet service. Key Terms