WorksheetsMidterm Intro to Comp Reviewer
Total questions: 154
Worksheet time: 1hrs 29mins
When was the Internet launched?
1971
1969
1983
1991
What was the first national computer network that later became the Internet?
Web 1.0
ARPANET
TCP/IP
WWW
What major innovation did the web bring when it was introduced in 1991?
Text-based communication
Multimedia interface (graphics, sound, video)
Email services
File transfer protocols
Which generation of the web is characterized by social media?
Web 1.0
Web 2.0
Web 3.0
Web 4.0
Web 3.0 is known for its:
Search engines
Social media platforms
Semantic web and Al assistants
Mobile internet
What is the key feature of Web 4.0?
Advanced search functions
Social media posts
Mobile web and data from devices like smartphones
Emotional web technology
Which of the following describes Web 5.0?
It's fully realized
It focuses on large-scale cloud storage
It's known as the emotional web
It emphasizes virtual reality environments
Which of the following statements is correct?
The Internet and the web are the same
The Internet is a physical network, the web is a multimedia interface
The web connects all computers globally
The web was invented before the Internet
What is the most popular use of the Internet?
E-learning
Communication
Shopping
Entertainment
Which of the following is an example of a web browser?
Safari
Yahoo
What does a URL contain?
Internet Protocol
Search query
Browser history
Protocol and domain name
Which part of a URL specifies the protocol used to connect to a resource?
www
Domain name
https
TLD
Which of the following is a technology used to ensure consistent webpage appearance?
FTP
JavaScript
CSS
BitTorrent
Which type of file transfer allows copying files between computers via a browser?
BitTorrent
FTP/SFTP
Web-based file transfer
HTML
Which of the following describes BitTorrent?
Transfers large files using multiple computers
A programming language used in web development
A social media platform
A search engine for locating file
What does FTP stand for?
File Transfer Protocol
Fast Transfer Process
File Time Protocol
Fixed Transmission Path
Which Internet security suite is well-known?
McAfee
Norton Internet Security
Dropbox
Safari
A search engine is used for:
Sending emails
Finding information on the web
Shopping online
Browsing local files
Which of the following is a key challenge in e-commerce?
Slow loading websites
Providing secure online payments
Lack of online courses
Limited browser support
Which type of e-commerce involves business-to-consumer transactions?
B2B
C2C
B2C
P2P
Which popular e-commerce site is an example of B2C commerce?
eBay
Amazon
Craigslist
Bitcoin
What is an example of C2C e-commerce?
Online banking
Shopping on Amazon
Auctions on eBay
Cloud storage
Digital currency is:
Cash sent through email
The Internet's version of traditional cash
A search engine
An online gaming token
Which digital currency is known for being independent of traditional cash?
Diem
Bitcoin
us dollar
Which of the following is NOT a category of application software?
Mobile apps
General-purpose applications
Operating systems
Specialized applications
Where can you download mobile apps?
From a website
From an app store
From email links
From software Cds
Which app store focuses on applications for Windows laptops and desktops?
Apple App Store
Google Play
Microsoft Store
Amazon Appstore
What is a user interface (UI)?
Hardware controlling system settings
The part of an application that allows user interaction
The code that runs the application
A web browser
What type of interface is commonly used in general-purpose applications?
Command-line interface
Graphical user interface (GUI)
Voice-only interface
Code-based interface
Which of the following is NOT a typical input method for a graphical user interface (GUI)?
Morse code
Mouse
Keyboard
Stylus
What does the term "mobile app" refer to?
An app for laptops
An app designed for mobile devices like phones and tablets
A desktop program
An app for web browsers
Which of the following is a general-purpose application?
Word processor
Video editing software
Web authoring tool
Specialized suite
Which application is primarily used for creating text-based documents?
Spreadsheet
Word processor
Database manager
Presentation software
What is an example of widely-used presentation software?
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Google Docs
Apple Pages
Which type of software helps organize and analyze numeric data?
Word processor
Spreadsheet
Presentation software
Graphic editor
Which of the following is NOT a widely used spreadsheet application?
Microsoft Excel
Google Sheets
Adobe Photoshop
Apple Numbers
Which software is known for database management?
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Access
Google Docs
What is a specialized application?
A word processor
A general-purpose application
A program focused on specific industries or professions
A type of mobile app
Which of the following is a type of specialized graphics software?
Image editor
Spreadsheet
Word processor
Presentation software
What is the main purpose of video editing software?
Enhance video quality and add special effects
Edit written text
Create presentations
Draw vector images
Which of the following programs is used to create vector images?
Image editor
Illustration program
Video editor
Spreadsheet
What is the purpose of desktop publishing software?
Code websites
Edit photos
Combine text and graphics for professional publications
Manage databases
What is another name for a web authoring program?
HTML editor
Word processor
Spreadsheet
Presentation software
What does WYSIWYG stand for?
What You See Is What You Get
Where You Search Is Where You Go
Write Your Scripts in Web Graphics
Web You Style, Integrate With Graphics
Which type of software suite is designed for general office tasks?
Utility suite
Office suite
Specialized suite
Cloud suite
Which of the following is an example of a cloud suite?
Microsoft Office
Adobe Photoshop
Google Workspace
Windows Media Player
What is a utility suite used for?
Create presentations
Improve computing safety and efficiency
Edit databases
Organize files
Which programming language is often used within HTML documents to trigger interactive features, such as opening new browser windows and checking information in online forms?
Python
JavaScript
SQL
C++
Which is the best description for application software?
End-user software used to accomplish tasks
Security software
Embedded software
What is the most basic definition of Information Technology (IT)?
Managing hardware
Application of technology to solve business problems
Building networks
Managing websites
Which professional is responsible for defending an organization's data?
Network Administrator
Software Engineer
IT Security Specialist
Web Developer
What is a key role of an IT Support Specialist?
Building mobile applications
Diagnosing and fixing hardware issues
Creating software programs
Designing databases
Which of the following develops mobile apps for Android and IOS?
Web Developer
Database Administrator
Mobile Application Developer
System Analyst
Who is responsible for managing and configuring network hardware?
Software Developer
Network Administrator
IT Manager
Graphic Designer
Which role involves creating visually engaging graphics using tools like Adobe Photoshop?
IT Security Specialist
Mobile Application Developer
Graphic Designer
Network Architect
Which IT professional manages an organization's databases?
Data Scientist
Database Administrator
Web Developer
Systems Analyst
What is a primary role of a Software Engineer?
Designing user interfaces
Building computer systems and applications
Repairing hardware
Developing cybersecurity systems
Which of the following positions is focused on upgrading computer systems for increased efficiency?
System Analyst
IT Manager
Software Developer
Database Administrator
Which role writes code to make software systems function?
Computer Programmer
IT Security Specialist
Network Administrator
Graphic Designer
What type of professional creates 3D graphics for movies and video games?
IT Support Specialist
Computer Animator
Web Developer
Database Administrator
Which part of an Information System consists of the 'end users'?
Procedures
People
Hardware
Data
What is the function of system software in a computer?
Creating documents.
Managing internal resources
Controlling the network
Designing websites
Which software enables interaction between users and hardware?
System software
Mobile apps
Web browsers
Databases
What is an example of system software?
Microsoft Word
Photoshop
Windows 10
Excel
What type of software helps manage computer resources, such as an antivirus program?
Application software
System software
Utilities
Mobile apps
Which type of software is used primarily on smartphones and tablets?
Utilities
General-purpose software
Mobile apps
System software
Which type of hardware is used to process large amounts of data, often for weather forecasting?
Mainframe computer
Personal computer
Supercomputer
Midrange computer
Which type of computer is typically used by medium sized companies?
Supercomputer
Personal computer
Mainframe computer
Midrange computer
Which is the least powerful type of computer, but the most widely used?
Supercomputer
Personal computer
Midrange computer
Mainframe computer
Which is an example of raw, unprocessed facts in an Information System?
Programs
Data
Procedures
Hardware
Which file type is created by word processors?
Database files
Document files
Presentation files
Worksheet files
List all the parts of information system
(a)
list the 4 types of files
(a)
3 types of application software?
(a)
Types of personal computer
(a)
System unit is also known as?
Motherboard
Computer case
System chassis
Processor
What type of computers are designed to be operated directly by an end user?
Mainframes
Personal computers
Supercomputers
Servers
What is the main function of the system board?
Store data
Control communications for the entire computer system
Provide power to the computer
Connect to the internet
What are the tiny circuit boards etched onto squares of sand-like material called?
Microprocessors
Memory chips
Silicon chips
Expansion cards
What provides a connection point for specialized cards or circuit boards in a system unit?
Sockets
Ports
Slots
Connectors
What do bus lines in a system unit provide?
Power supply
Data pathways for communication among components
Storage for files
Protection from viruses
What is contained on a single chip and acts as the 'brains' of the computer system?
Control unit
Microprocessor
Arithmetic-logic unit
Memory
What are the two basic components of a microprocessor?
CPU and memory
Control unit and arithmetic-logic unit
Input and output devices
Registers and buses
Which component of the microprocessor performs arithmetic operations?
Control unit
Cache
Arithmetic-logic unit (ALU)
Registers
What are the two major categories of microprocessors?
Mobile and portable
Mobile and desktop
Laptop and tablet
Server and personal
Which type of processors are typically more powerful?
Mobile processors
Desktop processors
Tablet processors
Microcontrollers
What does the term 'word size' refer to in microprocessor chips?
The physical size of the chip
The number of bits that can be processed at one time
The amount of memory a chip can access
The number of instructions a processor can execute
How many bytes can a 32-bit-word computer access at a time?
2 bytes
4 bytes
8 bytes
16 bytes
How many bytes can a 64-bit-word computer access at a time?
2 bytes
4 bytes
8 bytes
16 bytes
What is clock speed in relation to a microprocessor?
The number of cores in the CPU
The amount of memory available to the CPU
The number of times the CPU can fetch and process data in a second
The physical size of the processor
What is the processing speed of newer personal computers measured in?
Microseconds
Nanoseconds
Milliseconds
Seconds
What type of processors allow personal computers to run multiple programs simultaneously?
Single-core processors
Dual-core processors
Multicore processors
Hyper-threaded processors
What is the primary function of memory in a computer system?
To execute programs
To hold data, instructions, and information
To connect to external devices
To improve processing speed
What type of memory is considered temporary or volatile?
Read-only memory (ROM)
Flash memory
Random-access memory (RAM)
Cache memory
What happens to the data stored in RAM when the computer is turned off?
It is saved permanently
It is copied to the hard drive
It is lost
It is stored in flash memory
Which type of memory can be changed by the user?
Read-only memory (ROM)
Flash memory
Cache memory
Both A and C
What is stored in read-only memory (ROM)?
Temporary data for processing
User-modifiable programs
Information permanently written by the manufacturer
Frequently accessed data
What is the main advantage of cache memory over RAM?
It is permanent storage
It operates at a higher speed for frequently used data
It has a larger storage capacity
It is less expensive
What is the purpose of expansion cards in a computer system?
To increase the speed of the CPU
To provide additional functionality to the system
To store data permanently
To connect to external devices
What is a bus line in a computer system?
A pathway for electricity
A connection for external devices
A pathway for bits representing data and instructions
A physical space within the system unit
How does a 64-bit bus compare to a 32-bit bus?
It moves half as much information at a time
It moves twice as much information at a time
It is slower than a 32-bit bus
It has fewer traffic lanes
What are the two basic categories of buses in a computer system?
Internal and external
System buses and expansion buses
High-speed and low-speed
Primary and secondary
What is the primary role of system buses?
To connect the CPU to external devices
To connect the CPU to memory on the system board
To provide power to the CPU
To connect the CPU to expansion cards
What is a key consideration when selecting expansion cards?
The color of the card
The type of bus it works with
The size of the card
The brand of the card
What is the primary function of expansion buses in a computer system?
To increase the system's storage capacity
To connect different components and peripherals to the CPU
To enhance graphics performance
To manage power supply
What does USB stand for?
Universal Serial Bus
Universal Standard Bus
Unified Serial Bus
Universal Service Bus
What is a key characteristic of USB devices?
They can only be connected in series
They require a special power supply
They can connect from one device to another or to a common hub
They are only used for audio equipment
How do FireWire buses primarily differ from USB buses?
FireWire is faster than USB
FireWire is primarily used for audio and video equipment
FireWire does not connect to a hub
FireWire is an older technology
What is a port in the context of a computer system?
A type of memory chip
A socket for external devices to connect to the system unit
A type of software application
A device for cooling the computer
What are the most common ports used in desktop and laptop computers?
USB Port
HDMI Port
Ethernet Port
All of the above
Which type of port is typically found on most laptops and desktops?
USB-B
USB-C
USB-A
HDMI
What type of USB port is commonly found on peripheral devices like digital cameras and cell phones?
USB-A
USB-B
USB-C
Ethernet
Which USB port type is the newest and found on high-end cell phones and laptops, offering faster data transfer?
USB-A
USB-B
USB-C
DVI
What distinguishes USB-C ports from previous USB types?
They are larger in size
They are slower in data transfer
They are faster, smaller, and easier to use
They can only connect one device at a time
What type of connection do Ethernet ports provide?
High-speed audio connection
High-speed networking connection
High-speed video connection
Low-speed data connection
What is one major use of Ethernet ports?
To connect audio devices
To connect multiple computers for file sharing
To connect external storage devices
To connect a monitor
What type of connection does a Display Port (DP) primarily provide?
Audio only
Video only
Audiovisual
Data transfer
What is a primary limitation of DVI ports?
They can only connect to analog monitors.
They cannot send audio signals.
They are slower than USB ports.
They can only connect to printers.
Which port is specifically designed for high-speed connections to camcorders and specialized devices?
USB port
HDMI port
FireWire port
Ethernet port
What is the primary purpose of cables in a computer system?
To increase processing speed
To connect external devices to the system unit via ports
To store data
To improve graphics quality
What type of computer is known as the most powerful and is used to process massive amounts of data?
Mainframe Computer
Supercomputer
Midrange Computer
Personal Computer
Which of the following is an example of a task that supercomputers are typically used for?
Word processing
Video streaming
Analyzing and predicting worldwide weather patterns
Browsing the internet
Mainframe computers are primarily used in which of the following settings?
Small businesses
Personal use
Large organizations for processing large amounts of data
Home entertainment
What is a key characteristic of midrange computers?
They are the most powerful type of computer.
They are used primarily for personal use.
They have processing capabilities less powerful than a mainframe but more powerful than a personal computer.
They can only be used for specific applications.
What is another name for midrange computers?
Supercomputers
Personal Computers
Servers
Mainframes
What type of file is created by word processors to save documents such as memos and letters?
Worksheet File
Document File
Database File
Presentation File
Which file type is primarily used to analyze budgets and predict sales?
Document File
Presentation File
Database File
Worksheet File
Database files are typically created by which type of program?
Word processors
Presentation software
Database management programs
Electronic spreadsheets
Presentation files are created by which type of software?
Word processors
Electronic spreadsheets
Presentation software
Database management software
What type of file would you use to save information such as employees' names and job titles?
Document File
Worksheet File
Database File
Presentation File
What is the primary function of cloud computing?
To store data solely on a user's computer.
To shift many computer activities from a user's computer to computers on the Internet.
To enhance the performance of desktop applications.
To create physical storage devices.
Which of the following best describes wireless communication?
It requires wired connections to operate.
It relies solely on traditional phones for communication.
It allows users to communicate using devices like tablets and cell phones.
It is outdated and not widely used.
Which of the following best describes wireless communication?
It requires wired connections to operate.
It relies solely on traditional phones for communication.
It allows users to communicate using devices like tablets and cell phones.
It is outdated and not widely used.
What does the Internet of Things (IoT) enable?
The connection of only computers and smartphones to the Internet.
The ability of everyday objects embedded with electronic devices to send and receive data over the Internet.
The development of faster wired Internet connections.
The isolation of electronic devices from the Internet.
5 generation of webs
(a)
5 common uses of internet and web
(a)
4 well known browsers
(a)
2 basic part of url
(a)
Three popular types of file transfer are:
(a)
examples of search engines
(a)
Three basic types of electronic commerce:
(a)
example of app stores
(a)
hree widely used database management systems
(a)
2 popular cloud office suites include?
(a)
Four types of suites are:
(a)
2 Widely used web authoring programs include:
(a)
components of system unit
(a)
computer system two basic components:
(a)
types of memory chips
(a)
most commonly used expansion cards are:
(a)
The principal types of buses are:
(a)
The most common standard ports are:
(a)
The most common usb ports are:
(a)
Common specialty ports
(a)
