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Technology In Action - 2

Subjects : it-skills, literacy
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  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. The access method that ring networks use to avoid data collisions.






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






3. A small segment of data that is bundled for sending over transmission media. Each packet contains the address of the computer or peripheral device to which it is being sent.






4. The instructions programmers write in a higher-level language.






5. 'An open source operating system based on UNIX. Because of the stable nature of this operating system - it is often used on Web servers.'






6. The science of using nanostructures to build devices on an extremely small scale.






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. 'Software that handles requests for information - Internet access - and the use of peripherals for the rest of the network nodes.'






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






10. RAM that is included as part of a video card.






11. 'A group of two or more computers (or nodes) that are configured to share information and resources such as printers - files - and databases.'






12. Is a device that combines the functions of a printer - scanner - copier - and fax into one machine






13. (1) A set of rules for exchanging data and communication. (2) The first part of the Uniform Resource Locator (URL) indicating the set of rules used to retrieve the specified document. The protocol is generally followed by a colon; two forward slashes






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






15. A program that helps coordinate all print jobs being sent to the printer at the same time.






16. 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






17. The time it takes a storage device to locate its stored data.






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






19. A network located in a home that is used to connect all of its digital devices.






20. 'Microsoft operating system that builds upon the security and user interface upgrades that the Windows Vista release provided - and gives users with touch-screen monitors the ability to use touch commands to scroll - resize windows - pan - and zoom.'






21. 'An alternative to more traditional mapping software programs; easily accessible with any Internet connection and updated more frequently than offline services. Examples include MapQuest - Yahoo! Maps - Google Maps - and Google Earth.'






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






23. A device that routes packets of data between two or more networks.






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






25. The process by which great amounts of data are analyzed and investigates to spot significant patterns or trends within the data that would otherwise not be obvious.






26. A collection of files stored on a computer.






27. Acts as a go-between for computers on the internal network and the external network (the Internet).






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






29. 'The portion of a company's intranet that is used to share business information with business partners such as vendors - suppliers - and customers.'






30. A software program or hardware device designed to prevent unauthorized access to computers or networks.






31. 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.






32. 'The main function of an Internet appliance is easy access to the Internet - social networking sites - e-mail - video - news - and entertainment.'






33. '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.'






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






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






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






37. The width-to-height proportion of a monitor.






38. 'The technology that enables the operating system - once it is booted up - to recognize automatically any new peripherals and configure them to work with the system.'






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






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






41. 'A device that enables the computer (or peripheral) to communicate with the network using a common data communication language - or protocol.'






42. 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






43. 'An attack delivered by specialized hacking software that tries many combinations of letters - numbers - and pieces of a user ID in an attempt to discover a user password.'






44. A software holding area for printing jobs.






45. 'Programs that enable a user to perform various tasks generally required in home - school - and business. Examples include word processing - spreadsheet - presentation - personal information management (PIM) - and database programs.'






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






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






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






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






50. 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.







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