Info Tech Review Part 1

Computers are used for their

• Speed

• Accuracy

• Efficiency

• All of the above

At school, while in class, your teacher may show you a presentation and ask you to do research on a topic. In that class you would have interacted with many different ICTs, what were they?

• PowerPoint presentations

• Various websites

• Desktop computers

• Whiteboard

What is the correct meaning for the acronym RSI:

• Repetitive Strain Inside

• Repeated Strain Injury

• Repeated Strain Inside

• Repetitive Strain Injury

What is the meaning of the acronym DVT?

• Deep vein transmission

• Deep vein thrombosis

• Dark vacuum thrombosis

• Dark Vacuum transmission

What is Green Computing?

• The use of technology in an environmentally friendly way.

• The use of technology in a non-environmentally friendly way.

• The painting of computer equipment green.

• The use of the green eco-friendly sign on computer equipment.

The correct definition of ergonomics is:

• How to use a computer to view safety software

• The correct way to position your feet when in front of electronic equipment

• The creation and adjustment of products and systems, so that they are comfortable and safe for day to day use

• The creation of products and systems that will not be so comfortable so as to cause the user to fall asleep while using it

Mary wants to ensure that she does not get eye strain while on her laptop. Select two ways to prevent eye strain:

• Use screen anti-glare protectors

• Sit 2 meters away from the screen

• Take frequent breaks

• Take a 2-minute break every 5 minutes

What are the three stages a computer’s operations? Select the BEST answer.

• Input > Process > Output

• Gathering > Input > Output

• Input > Output > Re-input

• Process > Re-process > Output

RAM is an acronym for:

• Random Access Memory

• Read Access Memory

• Random Access Module

• Read Access Module

ROM is an acronym for:

• Random Only Memory

• Read Only Memory

• Read Only Module

• Read One Module