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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. The process for loading the operating system (OS) into random access memory (RAM) when the computer is turned on.






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






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






4. 'A device that enables the computer (or peripheral) to communicate with the network using a common data communication language - or protocol.'






5. '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.'






6. 'An operating system originally conceived in 1969 by Ken Thompson and Dennis Ritchie of AT&T's Bell Labs. In 1974 - the UNIX code was rewritten in the standard programming language C. Today there are various commercial versions of UNIX.'






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






8. The process of installing all the files and programs from the distribution CD to the computer's hard drive.






9. The technology used in flat-panel computer monitors.






10. A small - tough-sensitive screen at the base of a notebook keyboard. To use the touchpad - you simply move your finger across the pad to direct the cursor.






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






12. Any of the main files of an operating system.






13. '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.'






14. RAM that is included as part of a video card.






15. The process by which great amounts of data are analyzed and investigates to spot significant patterns or trends within the data that would otherwise not be obvious.






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






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






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






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






20. '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.'






21. 'A form included in many productivity applications that provides the basic structure for a particular kind of document - spreadsheet - or presentation.'






22. See local bus.






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






24. '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.'






25. Anyone who unlawfully breaks into a computer system (whether an individual computer or a network).






26. A printer that works either by melting wax-based ink onto ordinary paper (in a process called thermal wax transfer printing) or by burning dots onto specially coated paper (in a process called direct thermal printing).






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






28. A type of monitor that is lighter and more energy-efficient than a CRT monitor; often used with portbale computers such as notebooks.






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






30. A single software program that incorporates the most commonly used tools of many productivity software programs.






31. A server used to fulfill one specific function (such as handling e-mail).






32. 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.






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






34. A tag that looks like a sticker or label - is attached to a batch of merchandise - and contains a microchip that holds a unique sequence of numbers used to identify the product to which it is attached.






35. 'Someone who has training in computer and peripheral maintenance and repair - network design - and the installation of network software; installs new equipment - configures computers for users - repairs equipment - and assigns network access to users






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






37. '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)'






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






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






40. 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.






41. 'As its name implies - the computer's desktop puts at your fingertips all of the elements necessary for a productive work session and that are typically found on or near the top of a traditional desk - such as files and folders.'






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






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






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






45. A network used to connect wireless devices (such as Bluetooth-enabled devices) in close proximity to each other.






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






47. A container designed to hold multiple data packets.






48. A specially designed computer that can perform comples calculations extremely rapidly; used in situations in which complex models requiring intensive mathmatical calcualtions are needed (such as weather forecasting or atomic energy research).






49. A server that processes and delivers incoming and outgoing e-mail.






50. 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.