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Technology In Action - 2

Subjects : it-skills, literacy
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. The pre-installed software (often trial versions) on a new computer.






2. 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.






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






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






5. A type of network that uses servers to deliver services to computers that are requesting them (clients).






6. BD-ROM is defined as BluRay Disc Read Only Memory. BD-ROM is an optical disc storage media format for high-definition video and data storage.






7. Data that has been organized or presented in a meaningful fashion.






8. A topology comprised of several topologies and combined into one network.






9. '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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10. Twisted pair cable that contains a layer of foil shielding to reduce interference.






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






12. 'A form included in many productivity applications that provides the basic structure for a particular kind of document - spreadsheet - or presentation.'






13. 'An operating system by Microsoft that incorporates a user-friendly - graphical interface.'






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






15. '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.'






16. 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.






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






18. 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.






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






20. 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.






21. A common output device that displays text - graphics - and video as soft copies (copies that can be seen only on screen).






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






23. A type of wireless technology that uses radio waves to transmit data over short distances. Often used to connect peripherals such as printers and keyboards to computers or headsets to cell phones.






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






25. A desktop system unit that houses the computer's processor -memory - and monitor in a single unit.






26. 'A network topology in which each node on the network is responsible for retransmitting the token - or the data - to other nodes.'






27. A network device that is used to send data between two different local area networks (LANs) or two segments of the same LAN.






28. '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.'






29. A type of wireless technology that uses radio waves to transmit data over short distances (approximately 30 feet for bluetooth 1 and 60 feet for bluetooth 2). Often used to connect peripherals such as printers and keyboards to computers or headsets t






30. The layout and structure of the network.






31. The computer's temporary storage space or short-term memory. It is located in a set of chips on the system's motherboard - and its capacity is measured in megabytes or gigabytes.






32. 'A type of hard drive that uses much thinner cables - and can transfer data more quickly - than IDE drives.'






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






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






35. The clearness or sharpness of an image - whcih is controlled by the numberof pixels displayed on the screen.






36. A method of optical storage for digital data; originally developed for storing digital audio.






37. A self-regulatory body established in 1994 by the Entertainment Software Association that rates computer and video games according to the age appropriateness of content.






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






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






40. 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.






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






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






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






44. When the operating system processes the task assigned a higher priority before processing a task that has been assigned a lower priority.






45. 'The set of programs on a computer that helps a user carry out tasks such as word processing - sending e-mail - balancing a budget - creating presentations - editing photos - taking an online course - and playing games.'






46. System software that controls hardware devices.






47. Part of the operating system that enables individuals to interact with the computer.






48. 'A specialized logic chip that is dedicated to quickly displaying and calculating visual data such as shadows - textures - and luminosity.'






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






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