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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. Television that processes information through a binary code rather than an analog signal.






2. Allows documents of all types to be stored - viewed - or modified on any Windows or Macintosh computer - making it possible for many organizations to reduce paper flow.






3. Bit depth; the number of bits devoted to each pixel.






4. 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.






5. Language that people speak/write everyday.






6. The combination of text - numbers - graphics - animation - sound effects - music and other media in a hyperlinked document.






7. Intuitive: 1)throw away 2)trash bin; open file ~ folders 3)Consistent: integrated software 4)Forgiving: undo - cancel 5)Protective: double-click on closing 6)Flexible: copy/paste - shortcuts 7)Speech Recognition Software






8. The identification of spoken words and sentences by a computer - making it possible for voice input to be converted into text files






9. A communications protocol that enables users to download files from remote servers to their computers - and to upload files they want to share from their computers to these archives.






10. Microsoft Powerpoint






11. 1) vulnerable to network glitches and machine failures; 2) vulnerable to security breech; 3) filters out human component of communication (ex: eye contact; voice)






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






13. 1) Saves printing costs after initial software purchase. 2) Saves time traveling back to commercial printer b/c you can use a personal printer. 3) Reduces # of publication errors. 4) Allows more people to publish.






14. The spacing between lines of text.






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

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16. A continuous wave






17. Terabyte; Approximately 1 million megabytes






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






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






20. A program that eliminates fragmented files by changing the assignment of clusters to files; Easier to find files/programs -> Faster computer






21. 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






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






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






24. Text-editing feature of a word-processing program which automatically moves any words that won't fit on the current line to the next line - along with the cursor






25. ~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






26. To copy software from an online source to a local computer






27. A set of rules for the exchange of data between a terminal and a computer - or between two computers.






28. 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.






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






30. ~Advantages 1)Share data - increase productivity 2)Share hardware - reduce costs 3)Allow people to work together/communicate ~Disadvantages 1)Easier spread of viruses 2)Privacy issues - especially access levels not set 3)Integrity of data - when shar






31. In desktop publishing - software used to combine various source documents into coherent - visually appealing publication (e.g. Adobe InDesign).






32. Working from home by modem - as do many programmers - accountants - and other information workers.






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






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






35. 1) creative; 2) parallel processing (multitasking); 3) image analysis; 4) common sense knowledge; 5) see relationships between concepts; 6) knowledge base is vast - not narrow; 7) translation of languages (idioms); 8) expression/interpretation of emo






36. A type of wireless device that enables mobile phones - hand-held computers - and PCs to communicate with each other regardless of operating system.






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






38. A program that performs useful tasks while at the same time carrying out a secret destructive act. A form of software sabotage/






39. 1) Plan before you publish! 2) Use appropriate fonts. 3) Don't go 'style-crazy.' 4) Look at the document through the reader's eyes. 5) Learn from the masters. 6) Know your limitations. 7) Remember your message/objective.






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






41. Typeface fonts in which the characters are embellished with fine lines (serifs) at the ends of the main strokes






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






43. Wide Area Network ; A network that extends over a long distance. Each network site is a node on the network






44. An agreement allowing the use of a software program on a single machine






45. 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






46. Megabyte; Approximately 1000K or 1 million bytes






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






48. 'what you see is what you get' (wizzy-wig); arrangement of words on the screen representing a close approximation to the arrangement of words on the printed page






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






50. The narrow (but deep) knowledge base of an expert system.