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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 device that routes packets of data between two or more networks.






2. A device that routes packets of data between two or more networks.






3. Comprises computing devices - softeare - or peripherals that use techniques - parts - and methods from an earlier time that are no longer popular.






4. 'In a file name - the three letters that follow the user-supplied file name after the dot (.); the extension identifies what kind of family of files the file belongs to - or which application should be used to read the file.'






5. 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.






6. An expansion card that enables a computer to connect other computers or to a cable modem to facilitate a high-speed internet connection.






7. A computing device that runs a full-featured operating system but weighs two punds or less.






8. 'Permanent storage - as in read-only memory (ROM).'






9. '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.'






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






11. A hardware device used to enter user responses and commands into a computer.






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






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






14. A printer that sprays ink or uses laser beams to make marks on the paper. The most common nonimpact printers are inkjet and laser printers.






15. '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.'






16. 'A hierarchical structure that include files - folders - and drives used to create a more organized and efficient computer.'






17. Violating a software license agreement by copying an application onto more computers than the license agreement permits.






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






19. A set of memory chips - located on the motherboard - which stores data and instructions that cannot be changed or erased; it holds all the instructions the computer needs to start up.






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






21. A condition of excessive paging in which the operating system becomes sluggish.






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






23. A power-management mode that saves the current state of the current system to the computer's hard drive.






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






25. A method of optical storage for digital data - developed for storing high-definition media. It has the largest storage capacity of all optical storage options.






26. A software program or hardware device designed to prevent unauthorized access to computers or networks.






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






28. 'The system software that controls the way in which a computer system functions - including the management of hardware - peripherals - and software.'






29. 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.






30. 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.






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






32. '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






33. A port that enables the computer(or other device) to be connected to other devices or systems such as networks - modems - and the internet.






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






35. '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.'






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






37. An output device for sound.






38. Pernament storage - as in read-only memory (ROM).






39. A single point that creates the images on a computer monitor. Pixels are illuminated by an electron beam that passes rapidly back and forth across the back of the screen so that the pixels appear to glow continuously.






40. How a user sets up his or her computer and other equipment to minimize risk of injury or discomfort.






41. A Windows utility that enables you to schedule tasks to run automatically at predetermined times with no interaction necessary on your part.






42. Software that translates spoken words into typed text.






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






44. An application program such as Microsoft Excel or Lotus 1-2-3 that enables a user to do calculations and numerical analyses easily.






45. A software holding area for printing jobs.






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






47. '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






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






49. 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.






50. A notebook computer designed specifically to work with handwriting recognition technology.