WorksheetsComputer and Technology Basics
Total questions: 95
Worksheet time: 48mins
(True or False) A microprocessor is the “brains” of a computer.
True
False
(True or False) Embedded computers are standalone products that have many functions.
True
False
The basic premise of (a) is that objects can be tagged, tracked, and monitored through a local network, or across the Internet.
intelligent workspaces
the digital divide
the Internet of Things
artificial intelligence
Computers with AI use human intelligence to make decisions.
True
False
(True or False) A digital citizen uses technology to be productive and efficient.
True
False
(True or False) A kiosk is a freestanding booth usually placed in a public area that can contain a display device used to show information to the public or event attendees.
True
False
(a) are smart devices that respond to a user’s verbal commands by using search technology to provide an answer to a question or perform a task.
ATMs
Green computers
Integrated circuits
(True or False) The ENERGY STAR program encourages manufacturers to reduce the amount of electricity used by computers and related devices.
True
False
BYOD stands for Bring Your Own (a) .
Device
Daily planner
Database
Data
(True or False) An intelligent classroom is one in which technology is used to facilitate learning and communication.
True
False
Colleges use ________ management systems (LMSs) to set up web-based training sites where students can check their progress in a course, take practice tests, and exchange messages with the instructor or other students. [1.3.7]
a. learning
b. library
c. logistics
d. language
Automated vehicles decrease independent transportation options for people with disabilities.
True
False
(True or False) The mobile health (mHealth) trend refers to doctors and nurses using smartphones or tablets to access health records stored on mobile devices.
True
False
A company’s computers monitor assembly lines and equipment using (a) communications.
CAM
AI
IT
M2M
A company’s (a) department oversees the centralized computer equipment and administers the network.
operations
management
technical support
information security
(True or False) When looking for a job, you should use humorous or informal names for your account profiles, blog, or domain name to make yourself stand out.
True
False
Each webpage is assigned a(n) (a) , an address that identifies the location of the page on the Internet.
Internet Protocol (IP)
uniform resource locator (URL)
top-level domain (TLD)
Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)
In the web address www.microsoft.com, the “.com” is the (a) meaning (b) .
web server name; World Wide Web
pathname; location of the webpage
top-level domain (TLD); commercial enterprise
domain name; name of the organization
(True or False) The Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) sets standards for webpage design.
True
False
A(n) (a) website gathers, organizes, and then distributes web content.
content aggregator
media sharing
entertainment
search engine
You must be online to use web apps.
True
False
On a webpage, a (a) provides supplemental material such as social networking feeds and ads.
navigation bar
header
footer
sidebar
Which of the following indicates a secure website connection?
https in the URL
http in the URL
the message “secure website” in the address bar
a shield icon in the address bar
Which of the following is not an advantage of e-commerce for consumers?
You save time by visiting websites instead of stores.
You have little risk of having your credit card number intercepted.
You can choose goods from any vendor in the world.
You can shop no matter your location, time of day, or conditions.
Which of the following describes business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce purchases?
The consumer is the decision maker.
Pricing can vary for each customer.
Customers bid on items being sold by other customers.
Customers can pick up the purchased item in a physical store.
A business-to-consumer (B2C) website tracks the items you place in a shopping cart using (a) .
an electronic wallet
the Transport Layer Security (TLS) protocol
crawlers
cookies
A digital coupon provides a promotional code you enter when you check out and pay for online purchases.
True
False
If you have (a) , you can evaluate whether information is misleading, biased, or out of date.
information protocols
technical proficiency
information security
information literacy
When you perform a search, a general search engine searches the entire Internet.
True
False
Who or what creates the index for a web directory?
a digital spider
a human editor
a wiki
a search operator
Which search operator would you use to locate webpages containing the exact phrase augmented reality, with words in the same order?
augmented + reality
- augmented reality
“augmented reality”
~augmented reality~
Which of the following is an example of a specialty search engine?
Bing
Wolfram Alpha
Checking a website author’s credentials is one way to establish a site’s (a) .
copyright
information literacy
credibility
security
Which of the following lets you use a sentence or paragraph of text without permission if you include a citation to its source?
fair use doctrine
Creative Commons
CARS checklist
citation style
Plagiarism is best defined as (a) .
moral principles that govern our behavior
the act of citing sources
using another’s work and claiming it as your own
rights belonging to a work’s creator
(True or False) Flash memory is a type of volatile memory.
True
False
(True or False) Volatile memory loses its contents when power is removed.
True
False
(True or False) In an 8-bit coding scheme, 8 bits can represent one character.
True
False
Which of the following storage devices requires an Internet connection?
internal hard drive
cloud storage
solid state drive
flash memory
In which of the following types of computers is the system unit in separate housing from the monitor?
desktop computer
all-in-one computer
laptop computer
tablet
In general, a high-powered processor is not necessary for a computer that will be used primarily to check email and browse the web.
True
False
All of the following are pointing devices except:
trackball
touchpad
mouse
touchpointer
Plotters are small, lightweight printers that easily can be connected to mobile devices.
True
False
Which of the following tells your computer how to connect to devices you might connect?
device manager
device driver
configuration manager
communication manager
The speed at which data travels on a bus is referred to as the word size.
True
False
Under which of the following circumstances might you be most likely to contact a professional to repair your computer or mobile device?
screen is broken
computer cannot synchronize with Bluetooth accessories
computer or device is too hot
printer will not print
Uninterruptable power supplies and surge suppressors will help protect your computer from power outages.
True
False
If you are experiencing display problems on your computer, which of the following troubleshooting techniques might you attempt first?
Contact a professional for assistance.
Replace the cables.
Check to see that all cables are properly connected.
Purchase a new monitor.
An operating system is a program that manages the complete operation of your computer or mobile device and lets you interact with it.
True
False
GUI stands for (a) user interface.
graphical
government
general
(True or False) A data file contains the instructions your computer or device needs to run programs and apps.
True
False
The operating system manages interactions between hardware and software.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT true about RAM?
Every program and app requires RAM.
The system can assign virtual memory to function as RAM.
RAM is nonvolatile memory.
RAM stores open apps and document data while a computer or device is on.
The kernel is the core of an operating system.
True
False
(a) is any data and instructions entered into the memory.
Input
Information
Output
(True or False) A shortcut icon puts the actual file, folder, or app on the desktop, removing it from the location where it is saved on your computer or device.
True
False
CAPS LOCK is a sticky key.
True
False
The (a) window is the window you are currently using, which appears in front of any other open windows.
active
forward
native
default
When you move a file to the Recycle Bin or Trash, it is permanently deleted.
True
False
Which of the following units measure millions of bytes of data?
kilobytes
megabytes
gigabytes
terabytes
(True or False) When you work on a file using a web app, changes are saved as you make them.
(a)
File properties are the same no matter what type of file.
True
False
What is the temporary Windows storage area that holds items you copy or cut called?
the cloud
the buffer
the Library
the Clipboard
Moving or copying a folder affects all of the contents of the folder.
True
False
When you open the file manager you have access to frequently or recently opened files and folders, favorite files and folders, and the main folders on your computer or device.
True
False
You want to share information about an upcoming event at your school by creating a short promotional video. Which type of app might you use to create the video?
graphics and media
communications
device management
personal interest
Which of these is not an option for formatting text?
changing the text’s color
changing the text’s size
making text bold
copying a region of text
Which type of app would most likely NOT be found included in a productivity suite?
word processing
web browser
spreadsheet
presentation
Mobile first design is important because _____.
developers must provide simplified user experiences for apps that run on small screens
it is easier to design for mobile first and then scale up to larger screens
mobile devices are more powerful than desktops
it is the only way to ensure compatibility with all devices
When a value in a worksheet changes, the spreadsheet program will (a) .
reformat any cells whose values changed
recalculate any cells whose formulas depend on the value that changed
delete the value
launch a calculator for you to check the calculations
When giving a presentation, pushing one slide off the right edge of the screen as another one appears is an example of a(n) (a) .
transition
exit
entrance
animation
In a relational database, data is organized into rows of data called (a) .
fields
tables
records
views
When you take a photo with a digital camera, most likely it is saved in (a) format.
TIFF
GIF
PNG
JPG
(a) are attackers who want to attack computers but lack the knowledge needed to do so.
Hackers
Script kiddies
Cyber criminals
Phishers
Which of the following is a type of hacker?
Script kiddies
Hactivists
Cyberterrorists
Nation state actors
Each of the following is a factor that causes repetitive strain injury (RSI) except (a) .
repetitive activity
improper technique
lack of restful sleep
uninterrupted intensity
(True or False) A worm is a malicious program that uses a computer network to replicate.
True
False
A (a) is a very short duration of a voltage increase that can be absorbed by a surge protector.
spike
surge
blackout
brownout
(True or False) Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) Personal encrypts wireless data transmissions and limits who can access the Wi-Fi network.
(a)
(a) is the process of “scrambling” information in such a way that it cannot be read unless the user possesses the “key.”
Decryption
Encryption
Digital signing
Certification
(True or False) You have the right to see your credit information.
True
False
Which of the following is not a web browser setting for managing cookies?
Have all cookies automatically expire after 45 days.
Accept or deny cookies.
Delete all cookies when the web browser is closed.
Make exceptions for specific websites.
What characteristic of cloud technology helps minimize storage costs by allowing customers to pay only for what resources they use?
A. Broad network access
B. Measured service
C. Resource pooling
D. On-demand self-service
Your website development team is setting up a new website for your company, and you’ve decided to host this website in a cloud service. However, in the interest of improving the website’s performance, you don’t want to have to manage underlying servers. What kind of cloud service will best meet your needs?
SaaS
FWaaS
IaaS
PaaS
Which of the following is not a concern when storing sensitive files in cloud storage?
Data encryption
Access control
Data redundancy
File naming conventions
What kind of technology can allow employees to access information about accumulated vacation days from their home computers?
E-commerce
Cloud
CRM
IaaS
What marketing strategy can help streamline contacts with customers and target customer interests?
E-business
USP
Omnichannel
C2C
What kind of e-commerce platform is best suited to support C2C transactions?
Online marketplace
Physical store
Internet-native store
Online storefront
Which e-commerce job role has the most direct influence on customer satisfaction ratings?
Shipping clerk
Customer service representative
Marketing specialist
Delivery truck driver
What set of standards requires retailers to encrypt customers’ payment information?
HIPAA
RWaaS
PCI DSS
CRM
What AI technology does a computer use to get better at playing chess?
NLP
ML
Chatbot
IoT
An AI system can use (a) learning processes to identify a previously unknown cause of heart disease.
reinforcement
supervised
personalized
What technologies can be used to connect an IoT device to a local network? Choose two.
Wi-Fi
ANN
Bluetooth
Smart plug
What technology can a call center technician use to find information about a product a customer is interested in purchasing?
RPA
Data analytics
IoT
Chatbot
How can your smartphone’s virtual assistant determine whether you’re giving it a command or someone else is talking instead?
You pause before asking your question.
You use the correct wake word.
You include details in your request.
You complete the voice training process.
