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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. Any copyrighted software that can be used for free.






2. Any object that a user carries to identify him- or herself and that grants the user access to a computer system or computer facility.






3. '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.'






4. When two computers send data at the same time and the sets of data collide somewhere in the media.






5. An application that is still under development.






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






7. A computer-controlled mannequin that simulates human body functions and reactions.Patient simulators are used in training doctors - nurses - and emergency services personnel by simulating dangerous situations that would put live patients at risk.






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






9. The process of connecting to a wireless network without the permission of the owner of the network.






10. 'A device designed to store media - share media across the network - and back up files on computers connected to a home network.'






11. A measurement used in comparing software and hardware performance. Benchmarks are created using software applications that are specifically designed to push the limits of computer performance.






12. 'In Windows 7 - a folder that is used to display files from different locations as if they were all saved in a single folder - regardless of where they are actually stored in the file hierarchy.'






13. 'A complete processing section from a CPU - embedded into one physical chip.'






14. '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






15. A group of icons collected for easy access.






16. 'The process of identifying a computer user - based on a login or username and password. The computer system determines whether the computer user is authorized and what level of access is to be granted on the network.'






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






18. 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.






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






20. A port that uses a traditional telephone signal to connect a computer to the internet.






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






22. A method of optical storage for digital data that has greater storage capacity than compact discs.






23. A large - expensive computer that supports hundreds or thousands of users simultaneously and executes many different programs at the same time.






24. 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.






25. A nonimpact printer known for quick and quiet production and high quality printouts.






26. A type of monitor that is lighter and more energy-efficient than a CRT monitor; often used with portbale computers such as notebooks.






27. 'The process of identifying a computer user - based on a login or username and password. The computer system determines whether the computer user is authorized and what level of access is to be granted on the network.'






28. A mouse that uses an internal sensor or a laser to conrtol the mouse's movement. The sensor sends signals to the computer - telling it where to move the pointer on the screen.






29. '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.'






30. 'In Windows - a snapshot of your entire system's settings used for restoring your system to a prior point in time.'






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






32. The first part of the label applied to a file; it is generally the name a user assigns to the file when saving it.






33. 'A prediction - named after Gordon Moore - the cofounder of Intel; states that the number of transistors on a CPU chip will double every two years.'

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34. When data merely travels the entire length of the communications medium and is received by all network devices.






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






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






37. 'Microsoft operating system that builds upon the security and user interface upgrades that the Windows Vista release provided - and gives users with touch-screen monitors the ability to use touch commands to scroll - resize windows - pan - and zoom.'






38. 'Someone who has training in computer and peripheral maintenance and repair - network design - and the installation of network software; installs new equipment - configures computers for users - repairs equipment - and assigns network access to users






39. A step-by-step guide that walks you through the necessary steps to complete a complicated task.






40. 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.






41. 'The main tool for finding - viewing - and managing the contents of your computer by showing the location and contents of every drive - folder - and file.'






42. The access method that ring networks use to avoid data collisions.






43. Cables made of copper wires that are twisted around each other and are surrounded by a plastic jacket (such as traditional home phone wire).






44. 'Software - often used for training purposes - which allows the user to experience or control an event as if it is reality.'






45. '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.'






46. An operating system (OS) that enables more than one user to access the computer system at one time by efficiently juggling all the requests from multiple users.






47. A folder on a Windows desktop in which deleted files from the hard drive are held until permanently purged from the system.






48. '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.'






49. Acts as a go-between for computers on the internal network and the external network (the Internet).






50. A special circuit board in the system unit that contains the central processeing unit (CPU) - the memory (RAM) chips - and the slots available for expansion cards; all of the other boards (video cards - sound cards - and so on) connect to it to recie