Deck 6: Purchasing and Maintaining a Computer

Question 1

Once you determine your budget, you can narrow your search to look for the best computer that fits your budget.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

The longest battery life of a tablet on a single charge is around 4 hours.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Often, the data on a computer is worth more than the computer itself.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

To prevent power fluctuations from damaging electronic components, you should always use a power suppressor with your computer.

Question 5

You can back up your files to remote servers over the Internet, called surge backup.

Question 6

A disk defragmentation utility removes unused files from your hard drive so the computer doesn't search through unneeded files.

Question 7

Once you determine the form factor for your computer, the next decision you need to make is what operating system you will use.

Question 8

Use passwords that are at least five characters with a combination of upper-case and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.

Question 9

Utility programs can help return your computer to better working condition by scanning for viruses and spyware.

Question 10

File History is the backup and restore feature on a Windows 8.x computer.

Question 11

The amount of RAM you need is independent of what programs you intend to run.

Question 12

If you need Microsoft Office or other installed programs, keep in mind that some tablets and Chromebooks cannot run all programs.

Question 13

If you have a restricted budget, buy a computer with a more powerful processor and less memory-you can add more memory to it later.

Question 14

A disadvantage of the all-in-one form factor is that the box is larger and takes up a significant amount of space.

Question 15

Computers with the Intel i7 processors are best for gamers and heavy technical users.

Question 16

Portable computers and peripherals may have an AC adapter as an external power supply.

Question 17

Many business people use scanning apps, turning their smartphones into portable scanners.

Question 18

You should shut down your computer or disconnect it from the Internet if you are not using it for extended periods of time.

Question 19

If you boot up your computer and it doesn't get past the startup screen, the problem might be with the hard drive.

Question 20

Adware poses a security risk because it can track and steal your personal information.

Question 21

Using ____ technology and real-time location systems, you can install computer-tracking software on your laptop.

A) global positioning system
B) encrypting file system
C) uninterruptible power supply
D) personal identification number

Question 22

Power is supplied by either ____ current from a wall outlet or from a battery.

A) SSD
B) EFS
C) AC
D) DC

Question 23

____ is temporary storage used to store data and operate programs while the computer is running.

A) Random Access Memory (RAM)
B) Virtual memory
C) Flash memory
D) Encrypting File System (EFS)

Question 24

More damaging than power outages are power ____.

A) sinks
B) crashes
C) fluctuations
D) platforms

Question 25

A(n) ____ drive has no moving parts and is therefore more durable and suitable for portable computers.

A) external
B) magnetic
C) real-time
D) solid state

Question 26

You can store your documents, pictures, videos, and music using cloud computing technologies such as ____.

A) Bluetooth
B) CNET
C) DropBox
D) Chrome

Question 27

You can avoid data loss by using a(n) ____ to prevent power loss to your computer.

A) solid state drive
B) surge suppressor
C) firewall
D) uninterruptible power supply

Question 28

Disadvantages of a(n) ____ computer include that they are less powerful and offer less functionality than other types of computers.

A) tablet
B) ultrabook
C) notebook
D) desktop

Question 29

The ____ is the size and shape of the computer.

A) device driver
B) form factor
C) platform
D) operating system

Question 30

____ are useful is you are not familiar with computers or if you feel your computer might need replacement parts due to wear and tear.

A) Extended warranties
B) Surge suppressors
C) Encrypting file systems
D) Optical storage technologies

Question 31

A(n) ____ computer provides an attachable/detachable, flip-back, or swivel keyboard base that may also include extra ports or drives.

A) desktop
B) 2-in-1 laptop
C) all-in-one
D) tablet

Question 32

Intel ____ processors are best for light use such as Microsoft Office, Web research, and email.

A) i3
B) i5
C) i7
D) i9

Question 33

____ devices store files permanently so you can retrieve them later.

A) Encrypting
B) Storage
C) Firewall
D) Platform

Question 34

One of the main operating systems for computers is ____.

A) Blackberry
B) Apple iOS
C) Windows
D) Android

Question 35

____ tags are one type of real-time location system.

A) UPS
B) RFID
C) EFS
D) FDE

Question 36

The ____ coordinates the functions of various hardware components and determines the types and brands of application software you can use.

A) virtual memory
B) device driver
C) platform
D) form factor

Question 37

The ____ controls the computer's operations.

A) device driver
B) form factor
C) memory
D) processor

Question 38

Storage capacity is measured in ____.

A) meters
B) volts
C) bytes
D) hertz

Question 39

Your best protection against data loss is to ____ your files to an external storage location.

A) convert
B) extend
C) process
D) back up

Question 40

An advantage of a(n) ____ computer is that internal system components and electronics are integrated into the back of the monitor.

A) desktop
B) notebook
C) laptop
D) a ll-in-one

Question 41

If you turn on your computer and you don't see a pointer on the screen, you might have problems with your ____.

A) CPU
B) pointing device
C) flash drive
D) platform

Question 42

You can optimize the way files are stored by running a disk ____ utility.

A) processing
B) encryption
C) service
D) defragmentation

Question 43

A ____ inspects data being transmitted by your computer to external recipients to prevent unsolicited data exchanges.
Form factor

A) driver
B) firewall
C) form factor
D) platform

Question 44

When doing manual computer maintenance, wear a(n) ____ wristband to protect the components.
Anti-glare

A) antistatic
B) silicon
C) conductive
D) anti-glare

Question 45

The Windows ____ utility can identify temporary Internet files and other others that can be safely rem o ved.

A) Disk Defragmentation
B) Firewall
C) Disk Cleanup
D) Defender

Question 46

When a program needs more RAM than is currently available on the computer, it calls on the hard drive to create ____ memory.

A) convertible
B) backup
C) virtual
D) flash

Question 47

A ____ drive is a small portable solid state storage device that plugs into a USB port.

A) convertible
B) soft
C) flash
D) virtual

Question 48

If the head touches the platter, or if dirt gets on the disk, you can have a ____.

A) power spike
B) head crash
C) head flash
D) peripheral crash

Question 49

____ "scrambles" or encodes data so that even if unauthorized users somehow gain access to your files, they will not be able to read or understand what is in them.

A) Virtual memory
B) Optical storage
C) Data encryption
D) A firewall

Question 50

When cleaning a computer screen, you can use a 50/50 solution of water and ____.

A) dish soap
B) baking soda
C) ammonia
D) alcohol

Question 51

You can use a personal storage device, such as ____ , to back up your files.

A) DVDs
B) cloud drives
C) firewalls
D) tablets

Question 52

____ are words determined by users to identify themselves in the digital world.

A) Usernames
B) Passwords
C) Bytes
D) PINs

Question 53

____ hard drives, mostly found in older desktop computers, are fragile and susceptible to damage.

A) Magnetic
B) Solid state
C) Optical
D) Convertible

Question 54

____ automatically protects all of the data on your computer.

A) Virtual memory
B) Optical storage
C) A firewall
D) Full disk encryption

Question 55

If two monitors connected to your computer are blank, you may have a damaged ____.

A) video card
B) firewall
C) tablet
D) internal hard drive

Question 56

A ____ is a software program that works to connect and control devices attached to your computer so they can communicate and work together.

A) disk optimization utility
B) virtual memory utility
C) device driver
D) firewall

Question 57

____ programs show you unsolicited advertisements and banners or pop-up windows.

A) Firewall
B) Cloudware
C) Spyware
D) Adware

Question 58

____ are short number sequences, kept secret and frequently used by banks, used to access accounts.

A) Usernames
B) Passwords
C) Bytes
D) PINs

Question 59

A computer ____ is malicious software that infects your computer without your knowledge or permission.
Cookie

A) virus
B) cookie
C) firewall
D) spike

Question 60

____ are short words or phrases kept secret by a person and used to gain access to a site or data.

A) Usernames
B) Passwords
C) PINs
D) Bytes

Question 61

Many phone makers are adding a smartphone ____ that prohibits a stolen device from unauthorized use.

A) "kill switch"
B) radio-frequency identification tag
C) cloud backup
D) device driver

Question 62

____ is a widely used, short-range communication technology that uses low energy, high speed signals

A) Bluetooth
B) USB
C) Infrared
D) RF

Question 63

Some people choose a platform based on its ____, or "look and feel".

A) peripherals
B) control panel
C) device driver
D) user interface

Question 65

One disadvantage of cloud storage is ____.

A) if your Internet connection fails, you may have to manage for a length of time without access to your files
B) you cannot access your files while on the road
C) you need to have an external hard drive plugged into your computer
D) susceptibility to damage from motion and outside elements like dirt and dust

Question 66

When you use a password in addition to a temporary code sent to your mobile phone in order to log in to your online bank account, you are using ____.

A) two-factor authentication
B) a personal identification number
C) biometric data
D) data encryption

Question 67

Do not leave your phone in a hot car because the ____ can overheat and possibly explode.

A) mobile battery
B) GPS
C) display
D) uninterrupted power supply

Question 68

The best way to avoid spyware and adware is to install and run ____ software.

A) disk optimization
B) all-in-one
C) prevention
D) cloud storage

Question 69

Many companies require ____ to ensure privacy by preventing bystanders from viewing display contents.

A) screen filters
B) LoJack for Laptops
C) personal identification numbers
D) firewalls

Question 70

You need to ____ wireless devices that use Bluetooth technology in order for them to communicate.

A) pair
B) bridge
C) connect
D) sync

Question 71

If you have power to a computer monitor but still don't see any images, ____.

A) verify that the monitor is connected to the computer
B) check to see that it is plugged into the power source
C) take the monitor or computer to a technician for repair
D) replace the computer's video card