Test your basic knowledge |

Technology In Action - 2

Subjects : it-skills, literacy
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
  • If you are not ready to take this test, you can study here.
  • Match each statement with the correct term.
  • Don't refresh. All questions and answers are randomly picked and ordered every time you load a test.

This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. The process of starting a computer from a powered-down or off state.






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






3. 'A device that reads information from a magnetic strip on the back of a credit card-like access card (such as a student ID card); card readers are easily programmed by adding authorized ID card numbers - Social Security numbers - and so on.'






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






5. A group of icons collected for easy access.






6. A type of wireless technology that uses radio waves to transmit data over short distances (approximately 30 feet for bluetooth 1 and 60 feet for bluetooth 2). Often used to connect peripherals such as printers and keyboards to computers or headsets t






7. The set of computer programs or instructions that tells the computer what to do and enables it to perform different tasks.






8. Portable - nonvolatile memory.






9. Software that translates spoken words into typed text.






10. 'The time it takes for the hard drive's read/write heads to move over the surface of the disk - between tracks - to the correct track.'






11. 'Programs such as Microsoft Outlook or Lotus Organizer that strive to replace the various management tools found on a traditional desk such as a calendar - address book - notepad - and to-do lists.'






12. 'A mini-application that runs on the desktop - offering easy access to a frequently used tool such as weather or a calendar item.'






13. The process of connecting to a wireless network without the permission of the owner of the network.






14. '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.'






15. A low-power mode for electronic devices such as computers that saves electric poer consumption and sace your computer settings where you left off. When the computer is 'woken up -' you can resume working more quickly that when cold booting the comput






16. A device that sends processed data and information out of a computer in the form of text - pictures (graphics) - sounds (audio) - or video.






17. 'A type of network design in which users are not responsible for creating their own data backups or providing security for their computers; instead - those tasks are handled by a centralized server - software - and a system administrator.'






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






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






20. A portion of the hard drive containing all the different configurations (settings) used by the Windows operating system (OS) as well as by other applications.






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






22. Connects the processor (CPU) in your computer to the system memory and allows data to your processor at a faster speed.






23. 'Software that handles requests for information - Internet access - and the use of peripherals for the rest of the network nodes.'






24. 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.






25. 'A Windows utility (found in the Control Panel) that allows the user to create a duplicate copy of all the data on a hard drive (or just the folders and files the user specifies) and copy it to another storage device - such as a DVD or external hard






26. '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.'






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






28. An expansion card that is installed inside a system unit to translate binary data (the 1s and 0s the computer uses) into the images viewed on the monitor.






29. A measure of processing speed equal to 1 million hertz.






30. One billion hertz






31. '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.'






32. 'A device connected to a network such as a computer - a peripheral (such as a printer) - or a communications device (such as a modem).'






33. A specialized computing device designed to store and manage network data.






34. 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.






35. Manipulating or organizing data into information.






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






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






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






39. A computer that requests information from a server in a client/server network (such as your computer when you are connected to the Internet).






40. A step-by-step guide that walks you through the necessary steps to complete a complicated task.






41. The part of the system unit of a computer that is responsible for data processing ( the 'brains' of the computer); it is the largest and most important chip in the computer. The CPU controls all the functionsperformed by the computer's other componen






42. A measure of the difference in light intensity between the brightest white and the darkest black colors that a monitor can produce. If the contrast ratio is too low - colors tend to fade when the brightness is adjusted to a high or low setting.






43. 'Programs that enable a user to perform various tasks generally required in home - school - and business. Examples include word processing - spreadsheet - presentation - personal information management (PIM) - and database programs.'






44. See local bus.






45. A special diagnostic mode designed for troubleshooting errors that occur during the boot process.






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






47. The science of using nanostructures to build devices on an extremely small scale.






48. The accommodation of current devices being able to use previously issued software standards in addition to the current standards.






49. The time it takes a storage device to locate its stored data.






50. 'A program with a specific purpose that must guarantee certain response times for particular computing tasks - or else the machine's application is useless. Real-time operating systems are found in many types of robotic equipment.'