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WorksheetsIntro to IT Unit 2 review
Total questions: 51
Worksheet time: 26mins
What is the difference between Open Source and Freeware/Shareware
Open Source does not let you make changes to the software, but Freeware/Shareware does
Freeware/Shareware doesn’t cost anything, whereas Open Source often costs money
Freeware/Shareware doesn’t allow the user to change the software, however Open Source does
There is no difference
What is the second step in basic computer troubleshooting?
reboot the device
check the cords on the computer
use the ' help' menu at the top of the screen
repeat the sequence of actions that caused the issue
open the 'task manager' and force close all programs.
Quantum computers use more energy than supercomputers
True
False
What does a SSD have that a HDD does not?
self contained data
moving parts
flash memory
slower access
What is a motherboard?
the brain of the computer
an electrical device that supplies power
sends data to another device
the components of a computer to connect everything.
You have a problem with your phone. The apps keep crashing. You decide to reboot your phone and you find that nothing changes. Do you
find out what may be causing the issue
find another way to restart your phone
delete some apps you do not use
check the settings on your phone
What do you use accounting software for?
payroll
digital media
commercial purposes
presentations
What is the best operating system for gaming?
OS X
Windows
Linux
What does output do?
stores data
processes data
produce, deliver or supply data
where calculations are made
What is a spreadsheet?
document in which data is analyzed
stores and manipulates text
home for data accessible in different ways
A GUI operating system is good for almost anyone.
True
False
What is the second step in the troubleshooting process?
turn the computer off and on
test your idea
establish a probable cause.
RAM stores things temporarily.
True
False
A hard disk drive has no moving parts.
True
False
What does an operating system do?
takes input and creates output
stores and processes data
communicates with the processer
all of the above
SSD is a removable storage device
True
False
ROM Stands for random operations monitor.
True
False
What part of the computer hardware is the memory that can be accessed randomly?
ROM
HDD
RAM
SSD
The motherboard is the small chip that is in the computer. It's job is to receive input and provide output.
True
False
What is a word processing program?
program for storing, manipulating, and formatting words
structured set of data held in a computer
electronic document in which data arranged in rows and columns
What is the 5th step in the troubleshooting process?
test your idea
establish a probably cause
identify problem
verify solution worked
The power supply can be removed from a desktop computer while the system is running.
True
False
Data is transmitted in the form of electrical systems and can be gathered and stored on a computer.
True
False
Storage is what is put in, taken in, or operated on by any process or system.
True
False
An app is a piece of software designed and performed a particular task.
True
False
A presentation is an electronic document in which data is arranged in columns and rows.
True
False
A database is easily accessible.
True
False
What is HDD?
a high-capacity, self containing storage device.
removable storage media that stores data permanently
any device used to send data from the computer to another device
a storage device that contains non-volatile flash memory
What is accounting software?
an organized structure that stores information and is easily accessible
any software that allows a user to manipulate any digital media
a type of application software that records and processes financial transactions
software that is available free of charge
ROM does not store data permanently.
True
False
A desktop is able to go many hours without a constant power source.
True
False
Which software supports a computer's basic functions, such as scheduling tasks, executing applications, and controlling peripherals?
processor
operating system
GUI
Application
A chromebook is a personal computer/office computer, that includes a separate monitor, mouse, and keyboard. It is not portable and requires power at all times.
True
False
What is the third step of the troubleshooting process?
identify the problem
document findings, actions, and outcome
test idea
plan of action to implement solution
The definition of a commercial license is "software or program that is designed and developed for licensing or sale toe end users or that serves a commercial purpose".
True
False
What is a the class definition of a computer?
has a monitor, mouse, and keyboard
takes input, processes data, stores data, and creates output
a handheld device taht can download apps or applications and has internet access
stand alone electronic hardware
Linux is good for power users and developers.
True
False
RAM stands for Read Access Memory.
True
False
What is the definition of input?
processes data and stores data
the retention of retrievable data on a computer or other electronic system
what is information that is put in, taken in, or operated on by any process of the system
information that's gathered and stored on the computer
A con of windows is that it needs to be upgraded every 2-3 years.
True
False
What's the difference between an app and an application?
there is no difference
application is longer
app is larger
all of the above
What does an operating system do?
execute applications
schedule tasks
control peripherals
all of the above
What is the difference between a Solid State Drive (SSD) and a Hard Disk Drive (HDD)?
A SSD has more storage than a HDD
A HDD costs more than a SSD
A SSD runs faster than a HDD
A HDD is less easily broken than a SDD
A keyboard is an input device.
True
False
The correct order for troubleshooting a computer are:
identify the problem
establish probable cause
test your idea
verify the solution
document your findings
True
False
What is Creative Commons?
A copyright license that allows for the free distribution of a copyright book.
a copyright license tat allows for the free but limited distribution of a copyrighted work.
a copyright license that allows for the unrestricted changing of a copyright work.
where creativity goes to die
You need a computer for college, you want it to be easy to use, reliable and cost effective. What kind of computer do you buy?
Windows machine
OS X machine
Linux machine
You need to create a presentation for your English class. What software do you use?
Word
Excel
Access
Powerpoint
What software would you use to organize data, create tables and make calculations?
Word
Excel
Access
Powerpoint
What is the first step in basic troubleshooting?
restart the computer
write down the error message
close programs that you aren't using
use the system help menu
What kind of operating system has limited to no images to interact with, all user interactions is done through a text prompt?
GUI
Windows
Mac OS X
CLI
