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Technology In Action - 2

Subjects : it-skills, literacy
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. An active topology (meaning that data is retransmitted) in which the nodes connect to a central communications device called a switch. The switch receives a signal from the sending node and retransmits it to the node that should receive it.






2. A Windows utility that removes unnecessary files from the hard drive.






3. The amount of random access memory (RAM) that is installed in a computer.






4. 'A collection of related pieces of information stored together for easy reference; in database terminology - a file or table is a group of related records.'






5. A computer-controlled mannequin that simulates human body functions and reactions.Patient simulators are used in training doctors - nurses - and emergency services personnel by simulating dangerous situations that would put live patients at risk.






6. A small - joystick-like nub that enables you to move the cursor with the tip of your finger.






7. The access method that ring networks use to avoid data collisions.






8. 1 -099 -511 -627 -776 bytes or 2^40 bytes( approximately 1 trillion bytes).






9. A list of commands that displays on the screen.






10. Software that provides street maps and written directions to locations.






11. 'An operating system by Microsoft that incorporates a user-friendly - graphical interface.'






12. A unit of computer storage equal to approximately one thousand bytes.






13. Communications media that do not use cables but instead rely on radio waves to communicate.






14. 'A prediction - named after Gordon Moore - the cofounder of Intel; states that the number of transistors on a CPU chip will double every two years.'

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15. 'The backslash mark () used by Microsoft Windows and DOS in file names. Mac files use a colon (:) - and UNIX and Linux use the forward slash (/) as the path separator.'






16. A small - compact portable computer.






17. A drive that uses the same kind if memory that flash drives use - but can reach data in only a tenth of the time a flash drive requires.






18. A design in newer routers that provides for faster wireless data transmission by utilizing more than one antenna to transmit and receive data.






19. A program for editing digital video.






20. 'A 3D modeling program used to create automated designs - technical drawings - and model visualizations.'






21. 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.






22. The first part of the label applied to a file; it is generally the name a user assigns to the file when saving it.






23. A Windows utility that checks for lost files and fragments as well as physical errors on a hard drive.






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






25. A pen-shaped device used to tap or write on tough-sensitive screens.






26. A network name that wireless routers use to identify themselves.






27. The layout and structure of the network.






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






29. 'A section of a hard drive platter - wedge-shaped from the center of the platter to the edge.'






30. Being familiar enough with computers that you understand their capabilities and limitations and know how to use them.






31. A server that provides client computers with access to information stored in a database.






32. The space on the hard drive where the operating system stores data if there isn't enough random access memory (RAM) to hold all of the programs you're currently trying to run.






33. A UTP cable type that provides more than 1 GB of throughput.






34. The pre-installed software (often trial versions) on a new computer.






35. 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.






36. A home that has a computer and other digital devices that are all connected to a home network.






37. The process of restarting the system while it's powered on.






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






39. A concentric circle that serves as a storage area on a hard drive platter.






40. 'A specialized logic chip that is dedicated to quickly displaying and calculating visual data such as shadows - textures - and luminosity.'






41. The discrepancy between those who have access to the oppertunities and knowledge computers and the internet offer and those who do not.






42. 'A group of two or more computers (or nodes) that are configured to share information and resources such as printers - files - and databases.'






43. A circuit board with specific functions that augment the computer's basic functions and provide connections to other devices; examples include sound card and video card.






44. The number of bits a video card uses to store data about each pixel on the monitor.






45. 'A device on a network such as a router - hub - and switch that moves data signals around the network.'






46. The first commercially available operating system to incorporate a graphical user interface (GUI) with user-friendly point-and-click technology.






47. Any object that a user carries to identify him- or herself and that grants the user access to a computer system or computer facility.






48. A hard drive that is installed inside the system unit.






49. System software that controls hardware devices.






50. Impact of read/write head against magnetic platter of the hard drive; often results in data loss.