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Question 1 of 49

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A display device is a(n) ____ device that visually conveys text, graphics, and video information.

Select one of the following:

  • output

  • input

  • processing

  • storage

Explanation

Question 2 of 49

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Outlook and Windows Live Mail are two popular desktop ____ programs.

Select one of the following:

  • blog

  • email

  • fax

  • text

Explanation

Question 3 of 49

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People who use the computer directly or use the information it provides are called ____

Select one of the following:

  • computer users

  • end users

  • users

  • any of the above

Explanation

Question 4 of 49

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A communications device is a ____ component that enables a computer to send (transmit) and receive data, instructions, and information to and from one or more computers or mobile devices.

Select one of the following:

  • software

  • hardware

  • Neither software or hardware

  • Both hardware and software

Explanation

Question 5 of 49

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A hard disk is a(n) ____ device that contains one or more inflexible, circular platters that use magnetic particles to store data, instructions, and information.

Select one of the following:

  • input

  • output

  • storage

  • processing

Explanation

Question 6 of 49

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An ISP (Internet service provider) is a ____ access provider.

Select one of the following:

  • regional

  • national

  • neither regional or national

  • either regional or national

Explanation

Question 7 of 49

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A ____ , also called a laptop computer, is a portable, personal computer often designed to fit on your lap.

Select one of the following:

  • notebook computer

  • netbook computer

  • mobile device

  • smart device

Explanation

Question 8 of 49

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____ is the process of adding software to a computer.

Select one of the following:

  • Adding

  • optimizing

  • installing

  • opening

Explanation

Question 9 of 49

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Depending on how you use the computer, you may need anywhere from ____ to 10 USB ports.

Select one of the following:

  • 1

  • 2

  • 3

  • 4

Explanation

Question 10 of 49

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A search ____ is a program that finds Web sites, Web pages, images, videos, news, maps, and other information related to a specific topic.

Select one of the following:

  • machine

  • engine

  • computer

  • directory

Explanation

Question 11 of 49

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A(n) ____ device is any hardware component that allows you to enter data and instructions into a computer.

Select one of the following:

  • output

  • stability

  • input

  • utility

Explanation

Question 12 of 49

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____ software consists of programs designed to make users more productive and/or assist them with personal tasks.

Select one of the following:

  • system

  • development

  • utilty

  • application

Explanation

Question 13 of 49

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A computer is a(n) ____ device, operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory, that can accept data, process the data according to specified rules, produce results, and store the results for future use.

Select one of the following:

  • network

  • electronic

  • mainframe

  • manual

Explanation

Question 14 of 49

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An optical disc is a flat, round, portable metal disc with a plastic coating. ____ are types of optical discs.

Select one of the following:

  • CDs and DVDs

  • Blu-ray discs

  • CDs, DVDs and Blu-ray discs

  • None of these choices are correct

Explanation

Question 15 of 49

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Also called main memory, ____ consists of memory chips that can be read from and written to by the processor and other devices.

Select one of the following:

  • RAM

  • ROM

  • the motherboard

  • the microprocessor

Explanation

Question 16 of 49

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____ software allows users to organize data in rows and columns and perform calculations on the data.

Select one of the following:

  • Accounting

  • Spreadsheet

  • Table

  • Information

Explanation

Question 17 of 49

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____ is a collection of unprocessed items, which can include text, numbers, images, audio, and video.

Select one of the following:

  • Data

  • Information

  • Search tools

  • keywords

Explanation

Question 18 of 49

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____ storage is an Internet service that provides hard disk storage to computer users.

Select one of the following:

  • Air

  • Blue

  • Cloud

  • Sky

Explanation

Question 19 of 49

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Resolution is the number of horizontal and vertical ____ in a display device.

Select one of the following:

  • colors

  • crystals

  • pixels

  • lights

Explanation

Question 20 of 49

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____ is a collection of computers and devices connected together, often wirelessly, via communications devices and transmission media.

Select one of the following:

  • router

  • modem

  • network

  • portal

Explanation

Question 21 of 49

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The ____ unit directs and coordinates most of the operations in the computer.

Select one of the following:

  • logic

  • system

  • control

  • arithmetic

Explanation

Question 22 of 49

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Flash memory chips are a type of solid ____ media, which means they consist entirely of electronic components and contain no moving parts.

Select one of the following:

  • unit

  • state

  • sector

  • digital

Explanation

Question 23 of 49

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Communications occur over transmission media such as ____

Select one of the following:

  • cables

  • satellites

  • telephone lines

  • All of these choices are correct

Explanation

Question 24 of 49

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Word Processing software is used to ____

Select one of the following:

  • edit

  • format

  • print

  • All of these choices are correct

Explanation

Question 25 of 49

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The term ____ refers to Web sites that provide a means for users to share personal information, allow users to modify the Web site contents, and/or have software built into the site for users to access.

Select one of the following:

  • Web 1.0

  • Web 2.0

  • Web 3.0

  • Web 4.0

Explanation

Question 26 of 49

1

ExpressCard modules commonly are used in ____ computers.

Select one of the following:

  • notebook computers

  • netbook computers

  • desktop computers

  • smartphone

Explanation

Question 27 of 49

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With a(n) ____, you interact with the software using text, graphics, and visual images such as icons.

Select one of the following:

  • GUI

  • GIU

  • UGI

  • UIG

Explanation

Question 28 of 49

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A ____ is a collection of data organized in a manner that allows access, retrieval, and use of that data.

Select one of the following:

  • database

  • spreadsheet

  • presentation

  • word document

Explanation

Question 29 of 49

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A ____ is a program that hides in a computer and allows someone from a remote location to take full control of the computer.

Select one of the following:

  • remote kit

  • rootkit

  • cyberkit

  • command kit

Explanation

Question 30 of 49

1

A Blu-ray Disc (BD) has storage capacities of ____ GB.

Select one of the following:

  • 50

  • 100

  • 300

  • 200

Explanation

Question 31 of 49

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____ computing involves reducing the electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using a computer.

Select one of the following:

  • Green

  • Red

  • Blue

  • Sky

Explanation

Question 32 of 49

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A ____ program allows a user to perform maintenance-type tasks usually related to managing a computer, its devices, or its programs.

Select one of the following:

  • utility

  • web 2..0

  • gadget

  • registry

Explanation

Question 33 of 49

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A ____ is a network that connects computers and devices in a limited geographical area such as a home, school computer laboratory, office building, or closely positioned group of buildings.

Select one of the following:

  • LAN

  • WLAN

  • MAN

  • WAN

Explanation

Question 34 of 49

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A ____ phone is a phone that can connect to the Internet and usually also provides personal information management functions such as a calendar, an appointment book, an address book, a calculator, and a notepad.

Select one of the following:

  • cloud

  • smart

  • busy

  • web 2.0

Explanation

Question 35 of 49

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The ____ is a case that contains electronic components of the computer used to process data.

Select one of the following:

  • motherboard

  • system unit

  • ROM

  • RAM

Explanation

Question 36 of 49

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A(n) ____ is an informal Web site consisting of time-stamped articles in a diary or journal format.

Select one of the following:

  • post

  • blog

  • instant message

  • wall

Explanation

Question 37 of 49

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Software, also called a(n) ____, consists of a series of related instructions, organized for a common purpose, that tells the computer what tasks to perform and how to perform them.

Select one of the following:

  • program

  • utility

  • system

  • process

Explanation

Question 38 of 49

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A multifunction peripheral, also called an all-in-one device, is a single device that looks like a printer or copy machine but can provide the functionality of a ____.

Select one of the following:

  • printer and scanner

  • copy and fax

  • printer, copier, scanner and fax

  • None of these choice are correct

Explanation

Question 39 of 49

1

With a Web cam you can capture, edit, and share video and still photos. Recommended minimum specifications include 640 x 480 resolution, a video with a rate of ____ frames per second, and a USB or FireWire port.

Select one of the following:

  • 10

  • 20

  • 30

  • 40

Explanation

Question 40 of 49

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An operating system is a set of programs that coordinates all the activities among computer ____ devices.

Select one of the following:

  • hardware

  • software

  • hardware and software

  • None of these choices are correct

Explanation

Question 41 of 49

1

Common computer hardware components include all of the following EXCEPT: ____.

Select one of the following:

  • modem

  • keyboard

  • software

  • speakers

Explanation

Question 42 of 49

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Three common types of storage media are ____, flash memory, and optical discs.

Select one of the following:

  • hard disks

  • cables

  • telephone lines

  • software

Explanation

Question 43 of 49

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Computers perform four basic operations - input, process, output, and storage. These operations comprise the information ____ cycle.

Select one of the following:

  • running

  • processing

  • handling

  • system

Explanation

Question 44 of 49

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The disk's storage locations consist of pie-shaped sections, which break the tracks into small arcs called ____.

Select one of the following:

  • sections

  • sectors

  • rings

  • areas

Explanation

Question 45 of 49

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____ software is application software that allows users to create visual aids for presentations to communicate ideas, messages, and other information to a group

Select one of the following:

  • Presntation

  • Word Processing

  • Database

  • Publishing

Explanation

Question 46 of 49

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A ____ computer is a computer that can perform all of its input, processing, output, and storage activities by itself.

Select one of the following:

  • System

  • Personal

  • Network

  • Business

Explanation

Question 47 of 49

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A CD-ROM is a type of ____ disc.

Select one of the following:

  • write-only

  • read-only

  • read and write only

  • read and write only once

Explanation

Question 48 of 49

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A USB flash drive, sometimes called a ____ drive, is a flash memory storage device that plugs into a USB port on a computer or mobile device.

Select one of the following:

  • finger

  • thumb

  • thumbnail

  • miniature

Explanation

Question 49 of 49

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A peripheral is a device that connects to the system unit and is controlled by the ____ in the computer.

Select one of the following:

  • RAM

  • ROM

  • processor

  • software

Explanation

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