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






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






3. System software that controls hardware devices.






4. Eight binary digits(bits)






5. 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.






6. '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.'






7. 'Small blocks of memory - located directly on and next to the central processing unit (CPU) chip - that act as holding places for recently or frequently used instructions or data that the CPU accesses the most. When these instructions or data are sto






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






9. 'The process that occurs after the read/write head of the hard drive locates the correct track - and then waits for the correct sector to spin to the read/write head.'






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






11. A program for editing digital video.






12. A program that is hosted on a Web site and does not require installation on the computer.






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






14. 'The backslash mark () used by Microsoft Windows and DOS in file names. Mac files use a colon (:) - and UNIX and Linux use the forward slash (/) as the path separator.'






15. A measure of the greatest amount of light showing when a monitor is displaying pure white; measured as candelas per square meter (cd/m^2) or nits.






16. Programs for creating or editing two-dimensional line-based drawings.






17. One billion hertz






18. A small - compact portable computer.






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






20. '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.'






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






22. 'Unlike the command- and menu-driven interfaces used in earlier software - GUIs display graphics and use the point-and-click technology of the mouse and cursor - making them much more user-friendly.'






23. Interface between user and computer in which the user enters commands to communicate with the computer system.






24. A small circuit board that holds a series of random access memory (RAM) chips.






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






26. 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.






27. The discrepancy between those who have access to the oppertunities and knowledge computers and the internet offer and those who do not.






28. A program that takes out redundancies in a file to reduce the file size.






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






30. '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.'






31. A server that manages all client-requested printing jobs for all printers on the network.






32. 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.






33. 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.






34. The process of sending jobs formerly performed in the U.S. to other countries.






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






36. A type of audio processing that makes the listener experience sound as if it were coming from all directions.






37. '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.'






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. A device similar to a switch in an Ethernet network. It takes the place of a wireless network adapter and helps relay data between network nodes.






40. '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.'






41. A server used to fulfill one specific function (such as handling e-mail).






42. A system of networking connections in which all devices are connected to a central cable called the bus (or backbone).






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






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






45. A hardware device used to enter - or input - data (text - images - and sounds) and instructions (user responses and commands) into a computer. Some input devices are keyboards and mice.






46. A computing device that runs a full-featured operating system but weighs two punds or less.






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






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






49. A single software program that incorporates the most commonly used tools of many productivity software programs.






50. Software that provides street maps and written directions to locations.