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Technology In Action - 2
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it-skills
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literacy
Instructions:
Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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Match each statement with the correct term.
Don't refresh. All questions and answers are randomly picked and ordered every time you load a test.
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:.'
flash drive(jump drive - USB drive - or thumb drive)
root directory
head crash
gigabyte(GB)
2. 'Programs used to create and edit written documents such as papers - letters - and r
word processing software
freeware
public domain
frame
3. System software that controls hardware devices.
possessed object
information technology(IT)
firmware
network interface card (NIC)
4. Eight binary digits(bits)
computer forensics
client/server network (server-based network)
byte
network
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.
desktop computer
desktop publishing (DTP) software
data collision
bus (linear bus) topology
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.'
DVD+R/RW
memory module (memory card)
radio frequency identification tag (RFID tag)
star topology
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
client/server network
cache memory
speech-recognition software (voice-recognition software)
utility program
8. The technology used in flat-panel computer monitors.
hyperthreading
spam
megahertz(MHz)
liquid crystal display(LCD)
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.'
disk defragmenter
media access control (MAC) address
virtual reality program
latency
10. An interface through which external devices are connected to the computer.
DVD-RAM
ditgital home
access method
port
11. A program for editing digital video.
digital video editing software
communications server
inkjet printer
front side bus (FSB)
12. A program that is hosted on a Web site and does not require installation on the computer.
Ethernet network
Web-based application software
expansion card (adapter card)
network operating system (NOS)
13. A hardware device used to enter user responses and commands into a computer.
mouse
file server
protocol
platter
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.'
media access control (MAC) address
utility program
path separator
firmware
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.
brightness
webcam
authentication
ergonomics
16. Programs for creating or editing two-dimensional line-based drawings.
megahertz(MHz)
enterprise resource planning (ERP) system
drawing software (illustration software)
sleep mode
17. One billion hertz
network-ready device
gigahertz(GHz)
surrond-sound speaker
video card
18. A small - compact portable computer.
disk defragmenter
client
notebook computer
Task Manager utility
19. The memory that the computer's operating system uses.
kernel memory
sleep mode
switch
trackball mouse
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.'
physical memory
blu-ray disc(BD)
course management software
random access memory (RAM)
21. 'A small program that performs many of the general housekeeping tasks for the computer - such as system maintenance and file compression.'
home network server
printer
desktop publishing (DTP) software
utility program
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.'
graphical user interface (GUI)
interrupt
hard drive
core
23. Interface between user and computer in which the user enters commands to communicate with the computer system.
command-driven interface
enterprise resource planning (ERP) system
touch pad
authentication
24. A small circuit board that holds a series of random access memory (RAM) chips.
data
wide area network (WAN)
memory module (memory card)
virtual reality program
25. A large - expensive computer that supports hundreds or thousands of users simultaneously and executes many different programs at the same time.
Safe mode
compact disc(CD)
centralized
mainframe
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.
radio frequency identification tags (RFID tags)
hardware
digital divide
platter
27. The discrepancy between those who have access to the oppertunities and knowledge computers and the internet offer and those who do not.
simulation software
digital divide
active topology
e-mail server
28. A program that takes out redundancies in a file to reduce the file size.
file compression utility
application software
root directory
keyboard
29. A step-by-step guide that walks you through the necessary steps to complete a complicated task.
entertainment software
Ethernet network
stylus
wizard
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.'
switch
Moore's Law
network
plotter
31. A server that manages all client-requested printing jobs for all printers on the network.
local area network (LAN)
token method
Web-based application software
print server
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.
network architecture
virtual memory
registry
network adapter
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.
response time
S-video (super video)
firmware
file name
34. The process of sending jobs formerly performed in the U.S. to other countries.
eSata
contrast ratio
project management software
offshoring
35. Temporary storage - such as in random access memory (RAM) - When the power is off - the data in volatile storage is cleared out.
folder
utility program
unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable
volatile storage
36. A type of audio processing that makes the listener experience sound as if it were coming from all directions.
smartphone
power supply
optical media
surround sound
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.'
media access control (MAC) address
authentication
audio editing software
WiFi (Wireless Fidelity)
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.
basic input/output system (BIOS)
central processing unit(CPU or processor)
file
system software
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.
wireless access point (WAP)
front side bus (FSB)
legacy technology
scrollbar
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.'
real-time operating system (RTOS)
nonvolatile storage
folder
drawing software (illustration software)
41. A server used to fulfill one specific function (such as handling e-mail).
interrupt
application server
dedicated server
vertical market software
42. A system of networking connections in which all devices are connected to a central cable called the bus (or backbone).
bus (linear bus) topology
hacker
command-driven interface
application server
43. A small - joystick-like nub that enables you to move the cursor with the tip of your finger.
volatile storage
trackpoint device
fiber-optic cable
swap file (page file)
44. A nonimpact printer known for quick and quiet production and high quality printouts.
head crash
bloatware
laser printer
data transfer rate (bandwidth)
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.
directory
input device
customer relationship management (CRM) software
graphical user interface (GUI)
46. A computing device that runs a full-featured operating system but weighs two punds or less.
metropolitan area network (MAN)
file allocation table (FAT)
netbook
external SATA
47. 'Temporary storage - such as in random access memory (RAM). When the power is off - the data in volatile storage is cleared out.'
read/write head
operating system (OS)
volatile storage
file path
48. The most commonly used wired Ethernet standard deployed in devices designed for home networks which provides bandwidth of up to 1 Gbps.
laser printer
passive topology
gigabit Ethernet
personal information manager (PIM) software
49. A single software program that incorporates the most commonly used tools of many productivity software programs.
integrated software application
ring (loop) topology
real-time operating system (RTOS)
gigabyte(GB)
50. Software that provides street maps and written directions to locations.
trackball mouse
mapping program
Recycle Bin
desktop