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






2. A cable that transmits data at close to the speed of light along glass or plastic fibers.






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






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






5. Impact of read/write head against magnetic platter of the hard drive; often results in data loss.






6. An active topology (meaning that data is retransmitted) in which the nodes connect to a central communications device called a switch. The switch receives a signal from the sending node and retransmits it to the node that should receive it.






7. Any copyrighted software that can be used for free.






8. A server that keeps track of who is logging on to the network and which services on the network are available to each user.






9. An output device for sound.






10. '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)'






11. 'In later versions of Windows operating systems - a feature that displays open and favorite applications for easy access.'






12. A tyoe of audio processing that makes the listner experiance sound as if it were coming in all directions.






13. 'Program code made publicly available for free; it can be copied - distributed - or changed without the stringent copyright protections of proprietary software products.'






14. 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.






15. Programs for editing photographs and other images.






16. The memory that the computer's operating system uses.






17. 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.






18. 'A hierarchical structure that include files - folders - and drives used to create a more organized and efficient computer.'






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






20. Software that turns an artificial environment into a realistic experience.






21. The process of restarting the system while it's powered on.






22. The part of the system unit of a computer that is responsible for data processing ( the 'brains' of the computer); it is the largest and most important chip in the computer. The CPU controls all the functionsperformed by the computer's other componen






23. A software holding area for printing jobs.






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. Is a device that combines the functions of a printer - scanner - copier - and fax into one machine






26. An interface port that transfers data at 400 Mbps.






27. Documentation for a software product that is built directly into the software.






28. A network in which the nodes are located within a small geographic area.






29. Software that is developed for and customized to a specific industry's needs (such as a wood inventory system for a sawmill) as opposed to software that is useful across a range of industries (such as word processing software).






30. Software that is delivered on demand over the Internet.






31. The number of bits a video card uses to store data about each pixel on the monitor.






32. 'A device on a network such as a router - hub - and switch that moves data signals around the network.'






33. An agreement between the user and the software developer that must be accepted before installing the software on a computer.






34. 'The technology that enables the operating system - once it is booted up - to recognize automatically any new peripherals and configure them to work with the system.'






35. A device that allows you to capture sound waves - such as those created by your voice - and transfer them to digital format on your computer.






36. 'Programs used to create and edit written documents such as papers - letters - and r






37. The ability to easily add more users to a network without affecting the performance of the other network nodes (computers or peripherals).






38. A small - compact portable computer.






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






40. Software that enables users to 'test' the software by running it for a limited time free of charge.






41. 'A program with a specific purpose that must guarantee certain response times for particular computing tasks - or else the machine's application is useless. Real-time operating systems are found in many types of robotic equipment.'






42. DVD format in which data can only be read and not written.






43. An internal hard drive that is enclosed in a protective case to make it portable - the drive is connected to the computer with a data transfer cable and is often used to back up data.






44. 'A server that handles all communications between the network and other networks - including managing Internet connectivity.'






45. 'In a file name - the three letters that follow the user-supplied file name after the dot (.); the extension identifies what kind of family of files the file belongs to - or which application should be used to read the file.'






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






47. A common output device that creates tangible or hard copies of text and graphics.






48. 'A private corporate network that is used exclusively by company employees to facilitate information sharing - database access - group scheduling - videoconferencing - and other employee and customer collaborations.'






49. A method of optical storage for digital data - developed for storing high-definition media. It has the largest storage capacity of all optical storage options.






50. The time it takes a storage device to locate its stored data.