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1. Examples of basic computer operations input, processing, storage
2. A client that accesses the server but does most of the processing on the data in its own system is called fat client
3. Technology has contributed to globalization, which has led to outsourcing
4. Most important type of memory that a typical computer uses during the processing operation is Random access memory
5. A______ Collection of webpages designed to enable collaborative or community websites. Wiki
6. Two main categories of software are system software and application software
7. A server is a computer that makes programs and data available to people who are connected to a computer network
8. NIC is an abbreviation for network interface card
9. The computer function in which raw data is converted into meaningful information is known as processing
10. Era when only the US government, colleges and universities were able to access the Internet 1980s
11. Computer used in large Corporation to complete huge processing needs, such as airline reservations mainframe
12. Business software alliance reports that reducing US piracy by 10% will have all of the following benefits Higher tax revenues, creation of new jobs, increase in economic growth
13. Which of the following are examples of input devices scanners, digital cameras, microphones
14. Disparity in computer ownership and Internet access is known as the digital divide
15. A floppy disk drive is an example of legacy technology
16. When an entire job category is made obsolete by advances in technology is called structural unemployment
17. What is a type of product that complements the human body's best posture and functionality ergonomic
18. The computer function in which process data is displayed is known as output
19. Spell checking a document is an example of the computer's ability to perform the processing
20. Recent branch of philosophy that deals with computer related moral dilemmas is called computer ethics
21. A feeling of anxiety and incapacity experience when people are presented with more information than they can handle is known as information overload
22 Which of the following statements is true Most errors cause programs to run slowly or perform needless tasks
23. The use of computers and computer programs to replace teachers and the time place limitations of learning is called e-learning
24. Safety critical systems have______ systems that kick in if the main computer goes down backup
25. A_____ is a client that relies on the server for its processing ability thin client
26. CPU is an abbreviation for central processing unit
27. A________ is a series of steps that results in the solution to a problem algorithm
28. Which of the following requires computer access to individuals with disabilities the Americans with disabilities act of 1990
29. The computer function in which raw data is received as known as input
30. Users connect to networks on PCs called clients
31. The device that combines the capabilities of a handheld computer with mobile phone capabilities and web access is known as a______ smart phone
32. OS is an abbreviation for operating system
33. Output refers to displaying the results of the processing operation so that people can understand it
34.____ Have the portability of a notebook but not the functionality netbooks
35. The CPU is often referred to as the____ of the computer brain
36. Typing a document into the computer is an example of input
37. Type of software that sits on top of the operating system and utilizes the computers capabilities to perform a user task is called application software
38. The computer function where output is saved for later use is known as storage
39. _______ Is a portable, wireless, paperback sized e-book reading device that includes a text to speech function Kindle
40. What year did the World Wide Web began 1993
41. Handheld devices such as iPhones, which have many characteristics of a PDA are also called smart phones
42. The_____ divide is the disparity in computer ownership and Internet access digital
43. The most important type of memory in a computer is random access memory
44. A_____ is a group of two or more computers systems that are connected network
45. Type of memory that provides very fast access but is more expensive than other forms of storage is commonly known by the acronym RAM
46. Anxiety people experience when presented with more information than they can reasonably handle information overload
47. Network client which relies on the server for its processing is known as thin client
48. Collection of webpages designed to enable anyone with access to contribute or modify its content wiki
49. Devices that enable computers to connect to a computer network are known as communication devices
50. Writing on a tablet PC can be converted to standard text with handwriting recognition software
51. Software defect or error bug
52 Replacement of human workers by machines automation
53. The CPU is located within the system's case. The system case is also known as the system unit
54. The Palm series, Apple iPhone, blackberry curve are examples of personal digital assistants
55. Input, processing, output, and storage are collectively called the information processing cycle
56.Unorganized raw facts are known as data
57. Includes the programs that you can use to complete a specific task such as creating a database application software
58. Using computers and computer programs to replace specified time and place learning and teachers is called e-learning
59. Data may be put into a PDA using a stylus or keyboard
60. Obsolete computer equipment, also called_____, shouldn't just be thrown into the trash e-waste
61. If you borrowed software from a friend and installed it on your own computer, you engaged in digital privacy
62. The programs that enable a computer to work properly are known as system software
63. The hard disk drive, CD drive, and DVD drive in a computer are usually removable false
64. Kindle two is a portable, wireless, paperback sized e-book device true
65. A network is a group of two or more computers connected for the purpose of sharing resources true
66. A series of steps that results in the solution to a problem is called an algorithm true
67. More than 100 million technology devices are recycled each year false
68. Supercomputers are ultrafast systems that can process at a speed of over one petaflop – over 1 million billion calculations per second true
69. A free real-time connection between two or more parties that uses a buddy list to identify the users a person wishes to connect with is known as instant messaging true
70. Outsourcing is the real and only reason for eliminating many jobs false
71. Reducing software piracy will have no effect on creating jobs false
72. Errors in programming code could cause a computer to become nonresponsive true
73. A hardware element of the system unit, which houses the electronic components used to connect a computer to a network is known as a network interface card true
74. People who lose their jobs due to structural unemployment will eventually get them back false
75. In some cases PDAs can run commercial application software such as payroll. False
76. NICS can only be used with wireless networks false
77. External NICs are always plugged into a chip on the motherboard false
78. A communication device is a software component that moves data into an out of a computer false
79. A typical computer has different types of memory true
80. The USB flash drive is considered legacy technology false
81. A fat client accesses the server but does most of the processing on the data in its own system true
82. Hardware reliability and accuracy are two advantages of computers True
83. An OS is a malicious program that enters the computer without permission false
84. Secondary storage devices are only integrated in the computer system false
85. Prolonged keyboard use can cause carpal tunnel syndrome true
86. A wiki is a free web-based word processor and spreadsheet that allows project members to share and edit documents online False
87. The most important and will recognize type of application software is the computer's operating system false
88. Computer a machine that performs input, processing, output and storage
89. Google docs A free web-based word processor and spreadsheet permitting member online sharing and editing
90. Processing transforms data into information
91. Output device used to display the results of processing operations
92. Hardware the physical components of the computer
93. Program Instructions that tell the computer how to perform a task
94. Fat client accesses the server but does most of the processing on the data on its own
95. Application software program on your computer that enable you to perform a specific task, example: word processing
96. Computer system Collection of related components designed to work together
97. System unit Holds the central processing unit
98. System software Programs, such as a disk cleanup tool, that enable the computer to function properly
99. Program series of instructions the computer needs to perform basic operations in the information processing cycle
100. Software The programs that instruct the computer
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