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






2. A device that holds all permanently stored programs and data; can be located inside the system unit or attached to the system unit via a USB port.






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






4. 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.






5. A unit of computer storage equal to approximately one thousand bytes.






6. A computer that provides resources to other computers on a network.






7. 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.






8. 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.






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






10. The accommodation of current devices being able to use previously issued software standards in addition to the current standards.






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






12. 'Programs that include image - video - and audio editing software - animation software - and other specialty software required to produce computer games - animations - and movies.'






13. A program that manages the data between a computer's operating system and all the input and output devices attached to the computer; also responsible for loading the operating system (OS) from its permanent location on the hard drive to random access






14. Connects the processor (CPU) in your computer to the system memory and allows data to your processor at a faster speed.






15. The pre-installed software (often trial versions) on a new computer.






16. 'Programs for managing finances - such as Intuit's Quicken and Microsoft Money - which include electronic checkbook registers and automatic bill payment tools.'






17. 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.






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






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






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






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






23. A circuit board with specific functions that augment the computer's basic functions and provide connections to other devices; examples include sound card and video card.






24. Software that turns an artificial environment into a realistic experience.






25. 'The set of minimum storage - memory capacity - and processing standards recommended by the software manufacturer to ensure proper operation of a software application.'






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






27. Measured in degrees - this tells how far you can move to the side of (or above or below) the monitor before the image quality degrades to unacceptable levels.






28. 'A wireless standard established in 1997 by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers; also known as WiFi (short for Wireless Fidelity) - it enables wireless network devices to work seamlessly with other networks and devices.'






29. An expansion card that attached to the motherboard inside the system unit and the enables the computer to produce sounds by providing a connection for the speakers and microphone.






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






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






32. A picture on a computer display that represents an object such as a software application or a file or folder.






33. 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.






34. A group of icons collected for easy access.






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






36. The layout and structure of the network.






37. 'A single-user - single-task operating system created by Microsoft. MS-DOS was the first widely installed operating system in personal computers.'






38. A program or hardware mechanism that controls which computer is allowed to use the transmission media in a network at a certain time.






39. The set of programs that run on a computer to help 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.






40. A device that holds all permanently stored programs and data; can be located inside the system unit or attached to the system unit via a USB port.






41. 'The mechanism that retrieves (reads) and records (writes) the magnetic data to and from a data disk. They move from the outer edge of the spinning platters to the center - up to 50 times per second.'






42. A hardware device that uses lasers or light to read from - and maybe even write to - CDs - DVDs - or Blu-ray discs.






43. The application of computer systems and techniques to gather potential legal evidence; a law enforcement specialty used to fight high-tech crime.






44. A special data packet that allows Data to flows from device to device in one direction only.






45. 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.






46. 'A section of a hard drive platter - wedge-shaped from the center of the platter to the edge.'






47. 'A drive that uses the same kind of memory that flash drives use - but can reach data in only a tenth of the time a flash drive requires.'






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






49. A business program used for storing sales and client contact information in one central database.






50. A program for editing digital video.