FHCT1012 Computing Technology Sample MIdterm questions

Which of the following is a characteristic of supercomputers?

• Low processing speed

• Small storage capacity

• Parallel processing capability

• Limited multitasking ability

Which of the following is a text input device used for data entry?

• Printer

• Speaker

• Mouse

• Stylus

What are the primary functions performed by an operating system?

• Creating documents and organising data

• Playing multimedia files and browsing the Internet

• Managing hardware resources and providing a user interface

• Designing software applications and programming languages

Which of the following is a primary function of embedded computers in modern cars?

• Navigation system

• Advanced airbag system

• Tire pressure monitoring system

• All of the above

Which of the following is an example of an application of the Internet of Things (IoT) technology in a home environment?

• Smart Refrigerator

• Manual Toaster

• Traditional Ceiling Fan

• Basic Landline Phone

What is the primary function of a modem in a computer network?

• Routing data between devices

• Providing wireless connectivity

• Modulating and demodulating signals for transmission over a communication channel

• Managing network security

Which of the following statements BEST describes a client-server network architecture?

• All devices in the network have equal status and can communicate directly with each other.

• There is a central server that manages and controls access to resources, while clients request services from the server.

• Devices in the network form a mesh topology, allowing for redundancy and fault tolerance.

• Each device in the network acts both as a client and a server, sharing resources in a peer-to-peer fashion.

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding cellular radio technology?

• It is a type of microwave oven used for cooking food.

• It is a wireless communication technology used for mobile phones.

• It exclusively operates in the infrared spectrum.

• It is a wired communication system commonly used in households.

What is the primary purpose of information systems in an organisation?

• To increase employee salaries

• To enhance customer satisfaction

• To improve office aesthetics

• To monitor coffee consumption among employees in the workplace

Which type of decision model in Decision Support Systems (DSS) is primarily used for assisting top-level managers in long-range-planning of an organisation?

• Systematic model

• Operational model

• Tactical model

• Strategic model