Software Development and Data Concepts Worksheet

In the context of software development, what does the term 'Agile' refer to?

• A programming language used for web development

• A type of computer hardware

• A set of principles for software development emphasizing flexibility and collaboration

• A cybersecurity protocol

Which of the following best describes 'Big Data'?

• Data that is stored in large physical storage devices

• Extensive datasets that are complex and require advanced processing capabilities

• Confidential data that needs high-security storage

• Data that is frequently accessed and modified

Which of the following best describes 'machine learning'?

• The process of improving computer hardware performance

• A field of study that focuses on the development of computer programs that can access data and use it to learn for themselves

• A method for creating 3D graphics

• The study of ergonomic computer devices

What is the primary function of a Content Delivery Network (CDN) in web technology?

• To provide secure email services

• To host website content closer to the users for faster delivery

• To enhance the graphical interface of web pages

• To store large databases of web applications

What is the main purpose of a firewall in computer networks?

• To increase data transfer speeds

• To prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network

• To provide data storage solutions

• To manage email services

What is the primary function of a Blockchain?

• To facilitate high-speed data transfers

• To serve as a centralized database

• To provide a secure and decentralized ledger for transactions

• To enhance graphics rendering

In terms of Internet technology, what is 'latency'?

• The speed at which data is transferred

• The delay before a transfer of data begins following an instruction for its transfer

• The maximum amount of data that can be received at a given time

• The process of compressing data for efficient transfer

In the context of database management, what is 'SQL'?

• A tool for managing hardware devices

• A standard language for accessing and manipulating databases

• A software development methodology

• A network configuration protocol

Which technology is primarily used to create a secure communication channel over an unsecured network?

• Virtual Private Network (VPN)

• Local Area Network (LAN)

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

• Personal Area Network (PAN)

In software development, what is 'source code'?

• The compiled version of a program

• The human-readable instructions that define what a computer program will do

• A type of software licensing agreement

• The data input into a program