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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. Connects the processor (CPU) in your computer to the system memory and allows data to your processor at a faster speed.






2. A device that can project images from your computer onto a wall or viewing screen.






3. A program for editing digital video.






4. 'A small program that performs many of the general housekeeping tasks for the computer - such as system maintenance and file compression.'






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






6. The process of starting a computer from a powered-down or off state.






7. A picture on a computer display that represents an object such as a software application or a file or folder.






8. Programs you can use to design interactive Web pages without knowing any HyperText Markup Language (HTML) code.






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






10. The radio waves or cable that transport data on a network.






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






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






13. A computer that provides resources to other computers on a network.






14. 'A device that combines the functionality of a cell phone - a PMP - and a PDA into one unit.'






15. 'The result of an action - such as a keystroke - mouse click - or signal to the printer - in the respective device (keyboard - mouse - or printer) to which the operating system responds.'






16. The most commonly used wired Ethernet standard deployed in devices designed for home networks which provides bandwidth of up to 1 Gbps.






17. A computer that is intended for use at a single location. A desktop computer consists of a case that houses the main components of the computer - plus peripheral devices.






18. The measurement (in miliseconds) of the time it takes for a pixel to change color; the lower the response time - the smoother moving images will appear on the monitor.






19. 'An attack delivered by specialized hacking software that tries many combinations of letters - numbers - and pieces of a user ID in an attempt to discover a user password.'






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






21. A container designed to hold multiple data packets.






22. 'An application program - such as Microsoft Project - that helps project managers generate charts and tables used to manage aspects of a project.'






23. A hardware device that uses lasers or light to read from - and maybe even write to - CDs - DVDs - or Blu-ray discs.






24. A device that holds all permanently stored programs and data; can be located inside the system unit or attached to the system unit via a USB port.






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






26. A portion of the hard drive containing all the different configurations (settings) used by the Windows operating system (OS) as well as by other applications.






27. The space on the hard drive where the operating system stores data if there isn't enough random access memory (RAM) to hold all of the programs you're currently trying to run.






28. A large printer that uses a computer-controlled pen to produce oversize pictures that require precise continuous lines to be drawn - such as maps and architectural plans.






29. A printer that has tiny hammer-like keys that strike the paper through an inked ribbon - thus making a mark on the paper. The most common impact printer is the dot-matrix printer.






30. The set of techniques used in processing and retrieving information.






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






32. 'The top level of the filing structure in a computer system. In Windows computers - the root directory of the hard drive is represented as C:.'






33. The width-to-height proportion of a monitor.






34. 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.






35. A device that holds all permanently stored programs and data; can be located inside the system unit or attached to the system unit via a USB port.






36. A small - compact portable computer.






37. The ability of an operating system to perform more than one process at a time.






38. 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.






39. Software that facilitates the communication between a device and the operating system.






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






41. A network made up of local area networks (LANs) connected over long distances.






42. A mouse with a rollerball on top instead of on the bottom. Because you move the trackball with your fingers - it doesn't require much wrist motion - so it is considered healthier for your wrist than a traditional mouse.






43. A wide area network (WAN) that links users in a specific geographic area (such as within a city or county).






44. A group of icons collected for easy access.






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






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






47. 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).






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






49. Programs designed to provide users with entertainment. Computer games make up the vast majority of entertainment software.






50. 'A type of network design in which users are not responsible for creating their own data backups or providing security for their computers; instead - those tasks are handled by a centralized server - software - and a system administrator.'