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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. The most popular transmission media option for Ethernet networks. UTP cable is composed of four pairs of wires that are twisted around each other to reduce electrical interference.






2. An application program for creating dynamic slide shows such as Microsoft PowerPoint or Apple Keynote.






3. The process of users transferring files between computers.






4. A power-management mode that saves the current state of the current system to the computer's hard drive.






5. The study of molecules and nanostructures whose size ranges from 1 to 100 nanometers.






6. 'A group of two or more computers (or nodes) that are configured to share information and resources such as printers - files - and databases.'






7. The amount of random access memory (RAM) that is installed in a computer.






8. A technology that permits quicker processing of information by enabling a new set of instructions to start executing before the previous set has finished.






9. The combination of a computer's operating system and processor. The two most common platform types are the PC and the Apple Macintosh.






10. '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.'






11. A network name that wireless routers use to identify themselves.






12. A tag that looks like a sticker or label - is attached to a batch of merchandise - and contains a microchip that holds a unique sequence of numbers used to identify the product to which it is attached.






13. A single copper wire surrounded by layers of plastic insulation and sheathing; used mainly in cable television and cable Internet service.






14. 'Portable storage devices - such as CDs - DVDs - and Blu-ray discs - that use a laser to read and write data.'






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






16. 'Permanent storage - as in read-only memory (ROM).'






17. A type of computing that relates to emotion or deliberately tries to influence emotion.






18. A signal that tells the operating system that it is in need of immediate attention.






19. A hardware device used to enter user responses and commands into a computer.






20. An application program such as Microsoft Excel or Lotus 1-2-3 that enables a user to do calculations and numerical analyses easily.






21. 'The first job the basic input/output system (BIOS) performs - ensuring that essential peripheral devices are attached and operational. This process consists of a test on the video card and video memory - a BIOS identification process (during which t






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






23. 'A device for transmitting data on a network. A switch makes decisions - based on the media access control (MAC) address of the data - as to where the data is to be sent.'






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






25. 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.






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






27. 'A program that provides traditional classroom tools - such as calendars and grade books - over the Internet - as well as areas for students to exchange ideas and information in chat rooms - discussion forums - and e-mail.'






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






29. 'A Windows utility (found in the Control Panel) that allows the user to create a duplicate copy of all the data on a hard drive (or just the folders and files the user specifies) and copy it to another storage device - such as a DVD or external hard






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






31. Eight binary digits(bits)






32. An interface through which external devices are connected to the computer.






33. Custom software application that is owned and controlled by the company that created it.






34. Video interface technology that newer LCD monitors - as well as other mutlimedia devices such as televisions - DVD players - and projectors - use to connect to a PC.






35. A small camera that sits on top of a computer monitor (connected to the computer by a cable) or is built into a notebook computer and is usually used to transfer live video.






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






37. 'As its name implies - the computer's desktop puts at your fingertips all of the elements necessary for a productive work session and that are typically found on or near the top of a traditional desk - such as files and folders.'






38. 'A device for transmitting data on a network. A switch makes decisions - based on the media access control (MAC) address of the data - as to where the data is to be sent.'






39. A type of monitor ( or display in a notebook or PDA) that accepts input from a user touching the screen.






40. A card installed in a system that connects with wireless access points on the network.






41. 'An electronic filing system best used for larger and more complicated groups of data that require more than one table and the ability to group - sort - and retrieve data and generate reports.'






42. The process of installing only those features of a software program that a user wants on the hard drive.






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






44. 'Temporary storage - such as in random access memory (RAM). When the power is off - the data in volatile storage is cleared out.'






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






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






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






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






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






50. A compact audio-video interface standard that carries both high-definition video and uncompressed digital audio.