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Computing systems

Total questions: 51

Worksheet time: 51mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which of the following statements is true?

a)

An input device receives information from the computer and an output device sends information to the computer.

b)

An output device receives information from the computer and an input device sends information to the computer.

c)

Neither statement is true.

2.

Which of the following is NOT an example of application software?

a)

Internet Explorer web browser

b)

Windows operating system

c)

Microsoft PowerPoint presentation software

d)

Photoshop image editing program

3.

Computer programs and games are called what?

a)

Hardware

b)

Software

c)

Entertainmentware

d)

Flashware

4.

Which statement best defines what technology is?

a)

Technology is something that is used only in electronic devices

b)

Technology is everything that makes the world better

c)

Technology is the process by which a machine a receives directions

d)

Technology is any invention, including tools, machines, techniques, and sources of power

5.

Which component of a computer controls the entire system and is often called the brain of the computer?

a)

The Software

b)

The user

c)

The CPU

d)

The Monitor

6.

Which of the following is an example of an output device?

a)

Keyboard

b)

Mouse

c)

Speakers

d)

Scanner

7.

Which definition best describes a computer?

a)

A machine that stores and processes data

b)

A machine with a brain and emotions

c)

A device that collects viruses and dust

d)

A device that was invented to be smarter than man

8.

What should you do to protect (backup) your data, documents and photos indefinitely?

a)

Email them to yourself so you have a copy

b)

Nothing, the computer knows what it needs to do

c)

Sync them to the cloud

d)

Save them to your computer's internal data storage

9.

Which of the following is a benefit of using a cloud storage option?

a)

It protects your computer from viruses

b)

You don't need Internet access to retrieve the data

c)

It provides a backup of your data, files and photos

10.

Which item is considered computer hardware?

a)

Cloud storage

b)

Accounting program

c)

Motherboard

d)

Operating system

11.

Which of the following would be considered an input device?

a)

Microsoft word

b)

keyboard

c)

CPU

d)

Printer

12.

Which statement best describes what happens to the temporary working memory (RAM) of a computer when it is shut down?

a)

it is deleted

b)

It is synced automatically with the cloud

c)

It is saved in the computer's data storage files

d)

It is saved in the users document files

13.

Which of the following would be considered an output device?

a)

Printer

b)

Microsoft word

c)

keyboard

d)

CPU

14.

Which statement best defines 'RAM'?

a)

Random Access Memory; the long-term storage for your computer

b)

Random Access Memory; the short-term storage for your computer

c)

Random Assorted Memory; the short-term storage for your computer

d)

Random Assorted Memory; the long-term storage for your computer

15.

Which of the following is lost when the computer is turned off?

a)

Long-term

b)

Cloud storage

c)

Short-term

16.

An advantage of a private home network is that is typically more secure than public Wi-Fi.

a)

True

b)

False

17.

Wi-Fi is mainly used by both home and public networks to access the Internet.

a)

True

b)

false

18.

Which of the following are you likely to find between multiple school buildings in a city-wide school district?

a)

WAN

b)

Peer-to-Peer

c)

LAN

19.

A file extension of .mp4 means that the file contains what?

a)

A video

b)

An image

c)

An application

d)

A compressed file

20.

What controls a computer's basic operations?

a)

RAM

b)

operating system

c)

Motherboard

d)

Software system

21.

Firmware is:

a)

a system of networks

b)

a device to access the Internet

c)

computer hardware

d)

software that is embedded in hardware

22.

A computer firewall is:

a)

a fireproof case that protects your computer from heat

b)

a router that cannot be hacked

c)

security software that protects your computers from hackers

d)

software that reduces the temperature of your computer

23.

A device that transmits digital data over analog utility lines and links with an Internet Service Provider is:

a)

a modem

b)

a utility line

c)

a computer

d)

the Internet

24.

A group of computers that share resources are called what?

a)

A server

b)

A router

c)

A network

d)

A personal computer

25.

What is a type of local network that people can use to access the Internet?

a)

Computer

b)

Public WIFI

c)

router

d)

moblie

26.

If somebody is using a laptop at a coffee shop, how are they likely connected to a network?

a)

Wi-Fi

b)

3G

c)

Wired

27.

A file extension of .xlsx means that the file contains what?

a)

A Word document

b)

An Excel document

c)

An application

d)

An image

28.

Which would be the most efficient way to store files on your computer?

a)

All on your desktop

b)

In the recycle bin

c)

In one folder

d)

In well organized folders and subfolders

29.

It is best practice to never change the default password and name of your router.

a)

true

b)

False

30.

Which would be the most efficient way to store files on your computer?

a)

In well organized folders and subfolders

b)

All on your desktop

c)

In the recycle bin

d)

In one folder

31.

What does IP stand for?

a)

Internet Protocols

b)

I

Internet Protected

c)

Internet Protocol

d)

Internet Protection

32.

What does a file extension tell your computer?

a)

Which file name to display

b)

Where a program is saved

c)

What type of program to open

d)

When the file was created

33.

What is a network?

a)

A group of computers that can share resources and information

b)

The firewall protection on a computer

c)

A group of applications that work together

d)

An Internet connection

34.

What would you NOT use a router for?

a)

To share information with another computer

b)

To connect with another device

c)

To run applications on your computer

35.

You have received an email from a friend with a file attached to it, but the email subject looks suspicious. What should you do?

a)

Ask your friend if they sent you a file before you open it.

b)

Open the email and download the file. You can trust your friend.

c)

Delete the email without opening it.

36.

The art of cracking into a computer to steal information is called?

a)

Cracking

b)

Malicious intent

c)

Stealing

d)

hacking

37.

What does URL stand for?

a)

Uniform Resource Locator

b)

Understand Resource Language

c)

Ultimate Resource Locator

d)

Uniform Resource Language

38.

Which of the following is NOT a Network Application?

a)

Google Chrome, web browser application

b)

Internet Explorer, web browser application

c)

Microsoft Word, word processing application

d)

Microsoft Outlook, email application

39.

You have received a few emails overnight. Below are a list of their subject lines and who they are from, which would you want to open?

a)

From: CaseyMoon@gmail.comSubject: Friday Night Party

b)

From: DrRickshaw@comcast.comSubject: !!LOSE 55 PUNDS in ONE WEEK!!

c)

From: CS@suntrustbank.comSubject: YOUR ACCT PASSWORDS NEEDS TO CHANGES

d)

From: SirRamanda@shaw.caSubject: You have WON $1M. CLAIM NOW!

40.

When would be a good time to use a Bcc rather than a Cc?

a)

When you forward an email to your club president

b)

To hide other recipients email addresses, such as when sending a newsletter

c)

To email your friends about your upcoming birthday party

41.

What does the location in a URL identify?

a)

Where to find a resource on the host

b)

Where to find a resource on the protocol

c)

Where to find a resource on your personal computer

d)

The city and state where the web server is located

42.

What does a phishing email try to do?

a)

Inform you that you have won the lottery or a large prize.

b)

Steal your personal information such as passwords, bank account numbers and usernames.

c)

Sell you the latest and newest technology at steep discounted prices.

d)

None of the above

43.

What is a power surge?

a)

When you restart a device.

b)

When a computer is turned on and starts up.

c)

A spike in electricity.

d)

An electric outlet.

44.

Which of the following is NOT a peripheral?

a)

Output devices

b)

Input/Output devices

c)

CPU devices

d)

Input devices

45.

What does a driver do?

a)

It enables you to boot up the computer.

b)

It enables a peripheral and a computer to talk to each other.

c)

It detects, prevents, and disarms malicious software.

d)

Speeds up the time it takes for a peripheral to load.

46.

Which cable would you check if you can't access any web pages?

a)

Internet cable

b)

USB cable

c)

Ethernet cable

d)

Power cable

47.

Which of the following are part of proper printer maintenance?

a)

Printing a test sheet.

b)

Installing print cartridges.

c)

Restarting the printer.

d)

Printing a print head.

48.

What is the advantage of a surge protector over a power strip?

a)

It stops electricity spikes.

b)

You can plug in more devices.

c)

It prevents malicious software attacks.

d)

It costs less.

49.

Windows can't find the driver for your digital camera. Where is the best place to find the driver?

a)

Call the local camera store.

b)

The manufacturer's website.

c)

The Window's store.

d)

Search the Internet.

50.

What cable is used to connect devices together on a network?

a)

USB cable

b)

Monitor cable

c)

Ethernet cable

d)

Power cable

51.

What function do ports have?

a)

The talk to the device driver.

b)

They connect the modem to the Internet.

c)

They are connection points between a computer and a device.

d)

They enable USB cables to work.