Topic 1: The Linux Community Part 2

Topic 1: The Linux Community Part 2

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which Linux distribution is used as a basis for the creation of Ubuntu Linux?

Back

Debian

Answer explanation

Ubuntu is a free and open-source Linux distribution based on Debian.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why are web browser cookies considered dangerous?

Back

Cookies support identification and tracking of users

Answer explanation

Cookies support the identification and tracking of users; therefore, they are considered dangerous to your privacy and confidentiality.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is NOT a Linux desktop environment?
KDE, XFCE, Dwarf, Gnome

Back

Dwarf

Answer explanation

Linux has numerous desktop environments. Some of the more popular desktop environments are Cinnamon, Gnome, KDE, XFCE, Unity, and Mate.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is an interpreted, high-level, general-purpose programming language? Cobra, C+, Python, Programmer

Back

Python

Answer explanation

Python is an interpreted, high-level, general-purpose programming language. Its language constructs and object-oriented approach aim to help programmers write clear, logical code for small and large-scale projects.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is a piece of software that listens for network requests and responds to them? Apache, Sioux, OpenWeb, NetServer

Back

Apache

Answer explanation

Apache HTTPD is an HTTP server daemon produced by the Apache Foundation. It is software that listens for network requests (expressed using the Hypertext Transfer Protocol) and responds to them.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is a mobile operating system based on a modified version of the Linux kernel designed primarily for touchscreen mobile devices? Symbian, Android, LinuxMobile, Linux Go

Back

Android

Answer explanation

Android is a mobile operating system based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software designed primarily for touchscreen mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following programs on a Linux system could you use as a replacement for Microsoft Outlook? MyMail, LinuxMail, Thunderbird, Linux Outlook

Back

Thunderbird

Answer explanation

Mozilla Thunderbird is a free and open-source, cross-platform email client, news client, RSS, and chat client developed by the Mozilla Foundation.

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