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IT Literacy

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 business that provides its customers with connections to the Internet (along with other services).






2. The ability of a software program to run on a specific computer system. Also the ability of a hardware device to function with a particular type of computer






3. A text file that includes codes that describe the format - layout - and logical structure of a hypermedia document. Most Web pages are created with this code.






4. Step-by-step procedure for calculating a number






5. Software robots that systematically explore the Web - retrieve information about pages - and index the retrieved information in a database. (used by search engines)






6. A system of programs that performs a variety of technical operations - providing an additional layer of insulation between the user and the bits-and-bytes world of computer hardware






7. Function which enables users to change the appearance of a document by specifying the font - point size - and style of any character in the document - as well as the overall layout of text and graphical elements in the document






8. Video clip in which one image metamorphoses into another.






9. Gigabyte; Approximately 1000 MB






10. Process of saving data - esp. for data recovery. Many systems automatically back up data and software onto disks or tapes






11. A computer especially designed to provide software and other resources to other computers over a network






12. Binary digit; The smallest unit of information. A bit can have two values: 0 or 1






13. 1) flexible schedule; 2) save time commuting and save $; 3) better for the environment (less gas consumption); 4) better ergonomics (working conditions); 5) save office space/expenses.






14. License for multiple copies or removing restrictions on software copying and use at a network site






15. User Name; A one-word name that you type to identify yourself when connecting






16. Block that appears at the top of every page in a document displaying repetitive information such as chapter title






17. Measure of character size (one point equals 1/72 inch)






18. A word - phrase - or picture that acts as a button - enabling the user to explore the Web or a multimedia document with mouse clicks.






19. Someone who uses computer skills to gain unauthorized access to computer systems.






20. Rules of etiquette that apply to Internet communication.






21. Software help agent that walks the user through a complex process






22. 1) outline your ideas; 2) remember your audience; 3) use large fonts; 4) be 'stingy' with words (bullets - summarize); 5) use a consistent design; 6) be smart with art (use appropriate graphics)






23. To post software= or documents to an online source for availability to others






24. A desktop-published document that uses a wide range of color; contrast with spot color.






25. Feature in spreadsheet software that allows speculation by providing instant answers to hypothetical questions

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26. ~Adding/configuring new work stations ~Setting up user accounts ~Installing system wide software ~Performing preventative procedures for viruses ~Allocating storage space






27. 1) data stays consistent over distances; 2) more data can be transmitted; 3) can communicate with other devices






28. The quantity of information that can be transmitted through a communication medium in a given amount of time. (more bandwidth = faster transmission)






29. Synonym finder






30. A special type of communications software designed to access and display information at Internet Web sites.






31. Reference to a specific cell address; doesn't change when copied






32. Megabyte; Approximately 1000K or 1 million bytes






33. The use of computer displays that add virtual information to a person's sensory perceptions - supplementing rather than replacing (as in virtual reality) the world the user sees.






34. A type of logic that allows conclusions to be stated as probabilities rather than certainties. (Used by inference engines and knowledge bases)






35. Small files deposited on a user's hard disk by Web sites - enabling sites to remember what they know about their visitors between sessions.






36. Provides direct instruction in a clearly specified skill of subject






37. 1)No common words 2)Change frequently 3)Use #s and letters 4)Keep it a secret






38. The use of computers to draw products or process designs on the screen.






39. Small text file that comes with many software packages - and contains information not included in the official documentation

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40. An external device (i.e. keyboard - monitor) connected via cable to the system central processing unit (CPU)






41. A continuous wave






42. The spacing between letter pairs in a document.






43. Typeset-quality pages - ready to be photographed and printed.






44. Device for sending information from the computer (e.g. monitor or printer)






45. Stores a picture as a collection of lines and shapes. Also stores shapes as shape formulas and text as text.






46. Word-processing feature that divides long words situated at the ends of lines






47. Software that spreads from program to program or from disk to disk - and uses each infected program or disk to copy itself. A form of software sabotage.






48. Software that enables the user to manipulate photographs and other high-resolution images.






49. Numbers which are the raw material used to perform calculations






50. Worksheets which contain labels and formulas but no data values; instant answers are produced when information is provided