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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 defense department system with 24 satellites that can pinpoint any location on the Earth.






2. Part of the computer which processes information - performs arithmetic calculations - and makes basic decisions based on information values






3. Face-to-face communication over long distances using video and computer technology.






4. Local Area Network; Multiple personal computers connected on a network






5. Software that serves as tools for doing system maintenance and some repairs that are not automatically handled by the operating system;






6. Software packages which include several applications designed to work well together; such as Microsoft Office






7. (autocorrect) word-processing feature that places footnotes where they belong on the page






8. Software used mainly to produce print publications. Also - the process of using desktop-publishing software to produce publications (e.g. brochures - newsletters - forms - menus - event fliers - notices)






9. An error in programming






10. 1) Mathematical calculations faster w/ more accuracy; 2) storing vast amounts of data; 3) recall information






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






12. Predefined set of calculations (i.e. SUM and AVERAGE)






13. Software that only allows user access according to the user's needs. Some users can open only files that are related to their work. Some users are allowed read-only access to files; they can see but not change them.






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






15. An individual responsible for maintaining a multi-user computer system






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






17. Software for editing digital video - including titles - sound and special effects.






18. Software that is free to try with a send-payment-to-keep honor system






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






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






21. 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.






22. Technology in which information is delivered automatically to a client computer. The user subscribes to a service - and the server delivers that information periodically and unobtrusively. Contrast with pull technology.






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






24. 1) documents can be disorienting and leave the reader wondering; 2) documents don't always have the links readers want - leaving them frustrated because they can't easily get from here to there; 3) documents may contain 'lost' links - especially on t






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






26. The illegal duplication of copyrighted software






27. Video reduced to a series of numbers (0 and 1) - which can be edited - stored - and played back without loss of quality.






28. An interactive cross-reference system that allows textual information to be linked in nonsequential ways. A hypertext document contains links that lead quickly to other parts of the document or to related documents.






29. 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






30. 1) ability to create models with physical characteristics (weight and volume); 2) model can be rotated; 3) can evaluate structural performance by applying an imaginary force; 4) designs can be easily altered and edited






31. Alignment of text on a line: left justification (smooth left margin - ragged right margin) - right justification (smooth right - ragged left)






32. 1) Say what is meant and with care (when using the Internet/email - there is no tone of voice); 2) keep it short (otherwise people may not read it all and miss stuff); 3) don't assume you're anonymous; 4) learn the non-verbal language of the net; 5)






33. Synonym finder






34. Fonts like those in the courier family that mimic typewriters; characters - no matter how narrow or wide - hold the same amount of space






35. ~Advantages 1)Safety: easy to simulate without actual risk 2)Economy: Build/simulate/destroy without waste 3)Projection 4)Visualization 5)Replication: Redo/rerun/alter easily ~Disadvantages 1)Reliability 2)Depends on original info 3)Complete trust fa






36. Component of word-processing software that analyzes each word in context - checking for content errors - common grammatical errors - and stylistic problems






37. In desktop publishing - the articles - chapters - drawings - maps - charts - and photographs that are to appear in the publication. Usually produces with standard word processors and graphics programs.






38. Vertical






39. Custom-designed procedure program which automates tasks in an application program






40. In desktop publishing - the pages that control the general layout of the document (such as the page borders - numbers - or header).






41. A database that contains both facts - and a system of rules for determining and changing the relationship among those facts.






42. Software that can be distributed and modified freely by users; example: Linux






43. 1) makes long distance meetings possible and reduces costs; 2) enables decisions to evolve over time; 3) emphasizes messages over messenger






44. A reading tool that uses light to read universal product codes - inventory codes - and other codes created out of patterns of variable-width bars






45. 1) Paper is easier on eyes. 2) Books can be read anywhere w/o the need of electricity/batteries. 3) Books are aesthetically more pleasing. 4) Books can be highlighted and written in.






46. User interface that requires the user to type text commands on a command-line to communicate with the operating system






47. Fonts which provide more room for wide as opposed to narrow characters






48. Text entry providing information of the contents of a row/column






49. Email discussion groups on special-interest topics. All subscribers receive messages sent to the group's mailing address. (private)






50. Spreadsheet document which appears on the screen as a grid or numbered rows/columns