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Technology In Action - 2

Subjects : it-skills, literacy
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. DVD format in which data can only be read and not written.






2. '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:.'






3. 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.






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






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






6. A unit of computer storage equal to approximately 1 million bytes.






7. A type of network in which users are responsible for creating their own data backups and for providing security for their computers.






8. A drive that plugs into a universal serial bus(USB) port on a computer and stores data digitally. Also called USB drive - jump drive - or thumb drive.






9. An index of all sector numbers that the hard drive stores in a table to keep track of which sectors hold which files.






10. The process of users transferring files between computers.






11. 'The technology that enables the operating system - once it is booted up - to recognize automatically any new peripherals and configure them to work with the system.'






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






13. A type of network that uses servers to deliver services to computers that are requesting them (clients).






14. 'The process that occurs after the read/write head of the hard drive locates the correct track - and then waits for the correct sector to spin to the read/write head.'






15. A signal that tells the operating system that it is in need of immediate attention.






16. Data that has been organized or presented in a meaningful fashion.






17. An expansion card that enables a computer to produce sounds that are omnidirectional or three dimensional.






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






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






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






21. 'The mechanism that retrieves (reads) and records (writes) the magnetic data to and from a data disk. They move from the outer edge of the spinning platters to the center - up to 50 times per second.'






22. 'A utility that regroups related pieces of files on the hard drive - enabling faster retrieval of the data.'






23. 'The process of looking at a computer's subsystems - what they do - and how they perform to determine whether the computer system has the right hardware components to do what the user ultimately wants it to do.'






24. 'The essential component of the operating system that is responsible for managing the processor and all other components of the computer system. Because it stays in random access memory (RAM) the entire time the computer is powered on - the kernel is






25. 'In a wireless network - a device that translates the electronic data that needs to be sent along the network into radio waves and then broadcasts these radio waves to other network nodes.'






26. 'Portable storage devices - such as CDs - DVDs - and Blu-ray discs - that use a laser to read and write data.'






27. A device such as a monitor - printer - or keyboard that connects to the system unit through ports.






28. '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.'






29. A special numerical code that prioritizes requests from various devices. These requests then are placed in the interrupt table in the computer's primary memory.






30. 'A method of data collision detection in which a node connected to the network listens (that is - has carrier sense) to determine that no other nodes are currently transmitting data signals; short for Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Dete






31. 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.






32. '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.'






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






34. 'Programs used to create and edit written documents such as papers - letters - and r






35. 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.






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






37. The language computers use to process data into information - consisting of only the values 0 and 1.






38. 'An application program - such as Intuit's TurboTax or H&R Block's TaxCut - for preparing state and federal taxes. Each program offers a complete set of tax forms and instructions as well as expert advice on how to complete each form.'






39. Programs for incorporating and arranging graphics and text to produce creative documents.






40. A digit that corresponds to the on and off states of a computer's switches. A bit contains a value of either 0 or 1.






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






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






43. '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.'






44. An expansion card that attached to the motherboard inside the system unit and the enables the computer to produce sounds by providing a connection for the speakers and microphone.






45. A device that holds all permanently stored programs and data; can be located inside the system unit or attached to the system unit via a USB port.






46. The application of computer systems and techniques to gather potential legal evidence; a law enforcement specialty used to fight high-tech crime.






47. A wide area network (WAN) that links users in a specific geographic area (such as within a city or county).






48. A wide area network (WAN) that links users in a specific geographic area (such as within a city or county).






49. 'Programs that include image - video - and audio editing software - animation software - and other specialty software required to produce computer games - animations - and movies.'






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