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WorksheetsChapter 1 Intro to Computer
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 18mins
What is the correct definition of a computer?
A mechanical device used for manual calculation.
An electronic device that processes data under the control of instructions stored in its memory.
A software program that manages internet connections.
A monitor that displays information to the user.
Which of the following is NOT one of the four major functions of a computer (IPO Cycle)?
Input (Gathers data)
Process (Converts data into information)
Distribute (Selling data to third parties)
Storage (Saves data and information)
Information Technology (IT) is defined as the use of computer hardware and software to:
Create video games only.
Store, retrieve, and manipulate information.
Build robotic machinery for cars.
Repair broken electronic devices.
Who designed the first supercomputer, the CDC6600, in 1964?
Bill Gates
Steve Jobs
Seymour Cray
Charles Babbage
Based on the evolution of IT, which computing trend is associated with the 2000s?
Dumb Terminals
Mainframe Computers
Client-Server Networks
Cloud Computing
Which type of computer is described as the fastest, most powerful, and most expensive?
Mainframe
Supercomputer
Minicomputer
Microcomputer
Mainframes are best suited for which of the following scenarios?
Playing high-graphics video games at home.
Handling weather forecasting simulations.
Processing millions of banking transactions for thousands of concurrent users.
Controlling the navigation system of a single car.
If you use an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) to withdraw cash, which type of computer are you interacting with in the background?
Supercomputer
Mainframe
Workstation
Tablet PC
A "Minicomputer" or midrange server is typically used for:
Global weather tracking by NASA.
Personal use like web browsing.
Monitoring manufacturing processes in production departments.
Mobile delivery tracking.
Which of the following is NOT categorized as a Microcomputer?
Desktop Computer
Mainframe
Notebook / Laptop
Handheld Computer (PDA)
In a Client-Server network, what is the function of the "Server"?
It requests resources from other computers.
It is a dumb terminal with no processing power.
It controls access to hardware/software and provides a centralized storage area.
It is used solely for typing documents.
"Self-Access Learning" and "Distance Learning" are examples of IT applications in which sector?
Manufacturing
Government
Education
Finance
In the medical field, what is "Telesurgery"?
Using a computer to schedule doctor appointments.
Remote robotic surgery where the surgeon is in a different location.
A website for fitness and nutrition tips.
A database of patient records.
What is a major advantage of "Online Investing" compared to traditional brokers?
Guaranteed profit on every trade.
No internet connection is required.
Transaction fees for each trade are much less.
You can only trade during office hours.
Which technology is used in Automatic Toll Payment Systems (like SmartTAG/RFID)?
Bluetooth Low Energy
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
Infrared scanning
Facial Recognition
Which government IT initiative allows citizens to file taxes online?
HRMIS
JobsMalaysia
e-Filing
e-Khidmat
IT allows cochlear implants to assist people with which disability?
Blindness
Deafness (Hearing loss)
Paralysis
Speech impairment
Computer Ethics is defined as:
The study of how to repair computers.
The study of programming languages.
The study of right and wrong in the use of computer technology.
The study of computer hardware pricing.
Which of the following is a key area of concern in Computer Ethics?
Processor speed
Privacy and Data Security
Screen resolution quality
Keyboard layout
Why is it important to bridge the "Digital Divide" (as mentioned in Ethics relevance)?
To ensure equal access to technology for everyone.
To divide the internet into smaller sections.
To stop people from using social media.
To increase the price of computers.
Which of the following best describes the primary aim of Computer Ethics?
To teach students how to code faster.
To guide how people should behave when using computers to avoid harm and ensure fairness.
To increase the sales of computer hardware.
To secure military borders using technology.
In the context of Computer Ethics, what does "Intellectual Property" refer to?
The physical property of a computer (e.g., monitor, mouse).
The smartness level of a computer user.
Protecting the rights of creators regarding their inventions, artistic works, and software.
The memory capacity of a hard drive.
Based on the historical development of computer ethics, which era saw the rise of issues related to "hacking, piracy, and user responsibility" due to the common use of Personal Computers (PCs)?
1940s - 1950s
1960s - 1970s
1980s
2000s onwards
The 1990s introduced the Internet to the public. Which specific ethical problem emerged during this period?
Questions about military responsibility.
Online behavior issues such as cyberbullying.
The debate on Artificial Intelligence replacing humans.
The invention of the first microchip.
"Closing the Digital Divide" is listed as a key relevance of computer ethics today. What does this mean?
Dividing data into binary codes (0 and 1).
Ensuring equal access to technology for all levels of society.
Separating the monitor from the CPU.
Stopping the use of digital devices in schools.
Which of the following is an example of "Misinformation and Digital Manipulation"?
Sending an email to a colleague.
Creating a backup of your files.
Spreading fake news to manipulate public opinion.
Updating your antivirus software.
Why is "Fair use of AI (Artificial Intelligence)" a concern in computer ethics?
Because AI might run out of battery.
To avoid discrimination and bias in automated decision-making.
To ensure AI robots look like humans.
Because AI is too expensive for normal people.
Which ethical theory evaluates an action based on whether it produces the "greatest good for the greatest number" of people?
Deontology
Virtue Ethics
Utilitarianism
Rights-Based Ethics
If a person refuses to hack into a competitor's system because they believe "stealing data is fundamentally wrong regardless of the benefit," which ethical theory are they applying?
Utilitarianism
Deontology
Precautionary Principle
Feminist Ethics
"Social Contract Theory" in computer ethics suggests that:
People live in a society where they agree to follow certain rules for mutual benefit.
Only the government has the right to use computers.
Contracts must be signed digitally to be valid.
Which of the following is NOT listed as a key area in Computer Ethics?
Cybersecurity
Hardware Overclocking
Privacy
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
The "Precautionary Principle" suggests that:
We should use technology aggressively without worry.
We should take protective action if a technology poses a risk, even if the harm is not scientifically proven yet.
We should only use computers that are fully charged.
We should avoid using passwords.
One of the relevance of computer ethics is "Promoting respectful behavior in digital communication". This is primarily to prevent:
Slow internet speeds.
Cyberbullying and online harassment.
Hardware failure.
Software updates.
In the 1940s-1950s, computer ethics questions were initially raised due to the use of computers in which sector?
Entertainment (Movies)
Education (Schools)
Military (Warfare)
Social Media
Which ethical concept focuses on the "character" and "integrity" of the moral agent (the person acting) rather than the rules or consequences?
Virtue Ethics
Utilitarianism
Rights-Based Ethics
Deontology
