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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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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. A network device that is used to send data between two different local area networks (LANs) or two segments of the same LAN.






2. A series of instructions to be followed by a computer to accomplish a task.






3. 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.






4. A program for editing digital video.






5. 'A network topology in which each node on the network is responsible for retransmitting the token - or the data - to other nodes.'






6. 'The exact location of a file - starting with the drive in which the file is located - and including all folders - subfolders (if any) - the file name - and the extension. (Example: C:Usersusername DocumentsIllustrationsEBronte.jpg)'






7. '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






8. The memory that the computer's operating system uses.






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






10. Video interface technology that newer LCD monitors - as well as other mutlimedia devices such as televisions - DVD players - and projectors - use to connect to a PC.






11. '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.'






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






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






14. One billion hertz






15. When two computers send data at the same time and the sets of data collide somewhere in the media.






16. 'In Windows 7 - a folder that is used to display files from different locations as if they were all saved in a single folder - regardless of where they are actually stored in the file hierarchy.'






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






18. A common output device that displays text - graphics - and video as soft copies (copies that can be seen only on screen).






19. The instructions programmers write in a higher-level language.






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






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






22. 'The set of programs on a computer that helps a user carry out tasks such as word processing - sending e-mail - balancing a budget - creating presentations - editing photos - taking an online course - and playing games.'






23. The process by which humans or computer software provide organizational structure to a computer's contents.






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






25. A card installed in a system that connects with wireless access points on the network.






26. A collection of software programs that have been bundled together as a package.






27. Software that enables users to 'test' the software by running it for a limited time free of charge.






28. 'A device for transmitting data on a network. A switch makes decisions - based on the media access control (MAC) address of the data - as to where the data is to be sent.'






29. A special shelf inside a computer case that is designed to hold storage devices.






30. A program that manages the data between a computer's operating system and all the input and output devices attached to the computer; also responsible for loading the operating system (OS) from its permanent location on the hard drive to random access






31. A hardware device used to enter - or input - data (text - images - and sounds) and instructions (user responses and commands) into a computer. Some input devices are keyboards and mice.






32. An agreement between the user and the software developer that must be accepted before installing the software on a computer.






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






34. The clearness or sharpness of an image - whcih is controlled by the numberof pixels displayed on the screen.






35. A nonimpact printer known for quick and quiet production and high quality printouts.






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






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






38. 'The result of an action - such as a keystroke - mouse click - or signal to the printer - in the respective device (keyboard - mouse - or printer) to which the operating system responds.'






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






40. 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.






41. A power supply regulates the wall voltage to the voltages required by computer chips; it is housed inside the system unit.






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






43. A mouse with a rollerball on top instead of on the bottom. Because you move the trackball with your fingers - it doesn't require much wrist motion - so it is considered healthier for your wrist than a traditional mouse.






44. 'Program code made publicly available for free; it can be copied - distributed - or changed without the stringent copyright protections of proprietary software products.'






45. An application program for creating dynamic slide shows such as Microsoft PowerPoint or Apple Keynote.






46. A data-processing device that gathers - processes - outputs - and stores digital data and information.






47. Measured in degrees - this tells how far you can move to the side of (or above or below) the monitor before the image quality degrades to unacceptable levels.






48. When data merely travels the entire length of the communications medium and is received by all network devices.






49. A folder on a Windows desktop in which deleted files from the hard drive are held until permanently purged from the system.






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