Mia just bought a new laptop and is curious about how all the different parts—like the keyboard, screen, and storage—work together seamlessly. She learns that a(n) ______ system is a set of programs that coordinates all the activities among computer or mobile device hardware.

Anika is researching different types of home Internet connections. She learns that DSL and FTTP are examples of wired ______ Internet service technologies.

Arjun is at a coffee shop and wants to connect his laptop to the Internet. He notices that the shop offers a certain type of network that allows customers to access the Internet wirelessly. Which of the following best describes what Arjun is using?

Zoe is studying how data moves across the Internet for her computer science class. She learns that the major carriers of network traffic are known collectively as the Internet ______. What term should she use?

Abigail wants to make sure she is browsing the internet safely. Which of the following is NOT a recommended safe browsing technique?

Hannah is searching for a song online but can't remember the full title. She types part of the title and uses an asterisk (*) in her search engine query. What is Hannah trying to do?

David wants to watch videos on his favorite website, but his browser can't play them directly. He learns that a(n) ______ is a program that extends the capability of a browser.

Nora is learning about computers in her technology class. Her teacher asks her to identify which of the following is NOT a basic function of a computer. Which option should Nora choose?

Priya wants to organize her collection of digital ______, which includes music, photos, and videos.

Rohan is setting up his new computer and wants to choose an output device that visually conveys text, graphics, and video information. Which device should he select?

Anika is trying to access her online textbook and types www.cengagebrain.com into her browser. This is an example of a valid web ______.

Isla wants to connect with professionals and share updates about her career online. She considers using Twitter and LinkedIn. What kind of website are these?

Maya needs to transfer files between her computer and a remote server on the Internet for a project. Which Internet communication service can she use to transfer items to and from other computers on the Internet?

Benjamin is using a public Wi-Fi hot spot at a coffee shop. Which of the following is NOT true about staying safe while using public Wi-Fi?

Samuel is setting up a home office and wants to ensure smooth video calls and fast downloads. He learns that ______ is a measure of the capability of a network to send and receive data.

Sophia is setting up a new office network and needs to ensure that each computer and device can be uniquely identified on the Internet. What sequence of numbers will she assign to each device to achieve this?

Charlotte is setting up a new computer for her home office. She needs something that is a collection of related instructions organized for a common purpose. What is this referred to as?

Sophia is shopping for new technology and is considering buying either an activity tracker or a smartwatch. Both of these are examples of ______ devices.

Ava is setting up her new all-in-one computer. She wonders if the display device is separate from the tower. What should she know?

Emma wants to save some photos from her friend's online album to her laptop. She wonders if uploading is the process of transferring existing content stored on a server or another computer or device to her device via a network.

Noah is explaining to his friend that the Internet is a service of the World Wide Web. Is Noah correct?

Elijah is using a device to find his exact location while hiking. He wonders if GPS stands for global positioning system.

Harper is learning about computers in class. The teacher says, "A computer accepts data, called output." Is this statement true or false?

Ethan is considering buying a new storage device for his laptop. He reads that flash memory has many moving parts, making it less durable and shock resistant than other types of media. Is this statement true or false?

Grace subscribes to an ISP, could allow her to connect to the Internet through her computers and mobile devices. Is this possible?

Digital citizenship refers to the responsible and ethical use of ______.

Mia wants to watch a movie online. She notices that with streaming media, she can start watching the movie while it downloads. Is this true?

Luna is researching the history of the Internet for her school project. She discovers that the Internet has its roots in a networking project started by an agency of the U.S. Department of Defense. Is Luna's finding correct?

David is searching for a document on his computer. He types the word "report" into the search bar. The search returns results for both "Report" and "report." Search text is generally not case sensitive.

What crime involves using someone’s personal information, such as their name, Social Security number, or credit card number, to commit financial fraud?

A _________ demonstrates your knowledge in a specific area to employers and potential employers by passing an exam that demonstrates your proficiency in the area.

What is another name for a global collection of millions of computers linked together to share information?

Which of the following best describes digital citizenship?

According to the 2024 Pew Research Center survey, which social media platform is used by the highest percentage of teens aged 13 to 17?

Which element of digital citizenship focuses on the electronic exchange of information?

Which of the following best describes digital security?

How does digital law differ from digital etiquette?

Which of the following are examples of digital health and wellness concerns?

 Having your cell phone turned on during school hours is: 

What is an example of NOT being a good digital citizen (check all that apply)?

A digital citizen is a person who uses the Internet at least occasionally in society, politics and participation.

Which of the following activities is NOT an example of a “new” literacy?

Which of the following is the best definition of a good digital citizen?

Who invented the World Wide Web in 1989?

Maya is writing a research paper and needs to formally refer to a source, such as a published work. What is this formal reference called?

Olivia copies a photo from the Internet and uses it in her report. She might be violating _________.

Emma wants to access some online resources, such as e-books, newspapers, magazines, and journals, but finds that they are protected by ______.