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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. The technology used in flat-panel computer monitors.






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






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






4. A small program that groups a series of commands to run as a single command.






5. A UTP cable type that provides more than 1 GB of throughput.






6. A design in newer routers that provides for faster wireless data transmission by utilizing more than one antenna to transmit and receive data.






7. A computer that requests information from a server in a client/server network (such as your computer when you are connected to the Internet).






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






9. A large printer that uses a computer-controlled pen to produce oversize pictures that require precise continuous lines to be drawn - such as maps and architectural plans.






10. How a user sets up his or her computer and other equipment to minimize risk of injury or discomfort.






11. A technology that permits quicker processing of information by enabling a new set of instructions to start executing before the previous set has finished.






12. A specially designed computer that can perform comples calculations extremely rapidly; used in situations in which complex models requiring intensive mathmatical calcualtions are needed (such as weather forecasting or atomic energy research).






13. 'A physical address - similar to a serial number on an appliance - that is assigned to each network adapter; it is made up of six 2-digit characters such as 01:40:87:44:79:A5.'






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






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






16. '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.'






17. 'In a file name - the three letters that follow the user-supplied file name after the dot (.); the extension identifies what kind of family of files the file belongs to - or which application should be used to read the file.'






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






19. A digit that corresponds to the on and off states of a computer's switches. A bit contains a value of either 0 or 1.






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






21. 'A process that involves examining incoming data packets to ensure they originated from - or are authorized by - valid users on the internal network.'






22. A power-management mode that saves the current state of the current system to the computer's hard drive.






23. An expansion card that provides the computer with a connection to the internet via conventional phone lines.






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






25. Anyone who unlawfully breaks into a computer system (whether an individual computer or a network).






26. 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.






27. '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.'






28. 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.






29. A small - tough-sensitive screen at the base of a notebook keyboard. To use the touchpad - you simply move your finger across the pad to direct the cursor.






30. 'A collection of related pieces of information stored together for easy reference; in database terminology - a file or table is a group of related records.'






31. 'One of two recognized DVD formats that enables you to both read - record (R) - and rewrite (RW) data on the disc.'






32. 'On the desktop - the bar that appears at the side or bottom of the window and controls which part of the information is displayed on the screen.'






33. A pen-shaped device used to tap or write on tough-sensitive screens.






34. 'One of two recognized DVD formats that enable you to read - record (R) - and rewrite (RW) data on the disc.'






35. A special diagnostic mode designed for troubleshooting errors that occur during the boot process.






36. A device that amplifies your wireless signal to get it out to parts of your home that are experiencing poor connectivity.






37. 'System that is used to control many 'back office' operations and processing functions such as billing - production - inventory management - and human resources management.'






38. 'A private corporate network that is used exclusively by company employees to facilitate information sharing - database access - group scheduling - videoconferencing - and other employee and customer collaborations.'






39. 'A method of data collision detection in which a node connected to the network listens (that is - has carrier sense) to determine that no other nodes are currently transmitting data signals; short for Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Dete






40. A low-power mode for electronic devices such as computers that saves electric poer consumption and sace your computer settings where you left off. When the computer is 'woken up -' you can resume working more quickly that when cold booting the comput






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






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






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






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






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






46. The layout and structure of the network.






47. A temporary storage area on the hard drive where the operating system 'swaps out' or moves the data or instructions from random access memory (RAM) that have not recently been used. This process takes place when more RAM space is needed.






48. 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.






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






50. Documentation for a software product that is built directly into the software.







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