Question 1

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT a suggestion for easing eyestrain while using a mobile device?

Accepted Answer

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Question 2

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT If a manufacturer is looking for memory that is very durable and shock resistant, which kind of technology might it use in its laptops?

Accepted Answer

SSDs (Solid State Drives) are known for their durability and shock resistance because they have no moving parts, unlike hard disks or platters.

Question 3

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You do not want to store your data locally on your hard disk. You would rather store it using an Internet service. What is this kind of storage known as?

Accepted Answer

Cloud storage is a type of storage that is accessed over the Internet. It is often used to store data that is not frequently accessed or that is too large to store locally.

Question 4

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT If you were required to give a speech identifying the risks of using computers and digital devices, which group of items would you include?

Accepted Answer

Health risks, privacy risks, and environmental risks are commonly associated with the use of computers and digital devices, covering a broad range of potential issues.

Question 5

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You want to download a video from the Internet to your desktop. What process do you use?

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Downloading is the process of transferring a file from the Internet to your computer or device.

Question 6

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT A leading maker of security software has made a claim that its software blocked a given number of malware attacks in a single year. From your knowledge of malware, which of the following is the likeliest number from that claim?

Accepted Answer

5 billion is a plausible number for a leading security software company, considering the vast number of devices and the frequency of malware attacks globally.

Question 7

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT How often should you change your password?

Accepted Answer

Changing your password every three months is a common recommendation to enhance security and reduce the risk of unauthorized access.

Question 8

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following enables users to speak to other users over the Internet?

Accepted Answer

VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) enables users to make voice calls using a broadband Internet connection instead of a regular phone line.

Question 9

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT If you are looking for an online social network that allows you to stay current with the daily activities of those you are following, which of the following is the best match for you?

Accepted Answer

Twitter is designed for real-time updates and allows users to follow others and stay current with their daily activities through short messages called tweets.

Question 10

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT If you are looking for an online social network that allows you to include recommendations from people who know you professionally, which of the following is the best match for you?

Accepted Answer

LinkedIn is a professional networking platform that allows users to include recommendations from colleagues, employers, and other professional contacts.

Question 11

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT What makes the posts on Twitter considered a blog?

Accepted Answer

Twitter posts are considered a blog because they are presented in a journal format, with entries displayed in reverse chronological order, similar to traditional blogs.

Question 12

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT If you are looking for an online social network that allows you to share messages and interests with family and friends, which of the following is the best match for you?

Accepted Answer

Facebook is designed for connecting with family and friends, sharing messages, photos, and interests, making it the best match for personal social networking.

Question 13

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Most computers and many mobile devices, such as smartphones and portable media players, can connect to which kind of network?

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Question 14

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT If your cousin asks you what devices can be used to record and retrieve data, instructions, and/or information for future use on a computer, which of the following would you tell her?

Accepted Answer

USB flash drives, SSDs, and hard disks are all storage devices that can record and retrieve data, instructions, and information for future use on a computer.

Question 15

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT With which of the following can you have a real-time typed conversation with another connected user?

Accepted Answer

IM (Instant Messaging) allows for real-time typed conversations between connected users.

Question 16

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT The Internet is a worldwide network. What is the World Wide Web?

Accepted Answer

The World Wide Web is a service on the Internet that allows users to access information through websites and hyperlinks. It is not the same as the Internet, which is the global network of interconnected computers.

Question 17

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Word processing software, spreadsheet software, database software, and presentation software are examples of what category of computer software?

Accepted Answer

These types of software are designed to help users perform specific tasks and are categorized as application software.

Question 18

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Green computing involves reducing electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using a computer. Which of the following is a valid strategy for supporting green computing?

Accepted Answer

Buying a computer from a retailer who will dispose of your old computer properly ensures responsible recycling and reduces environmental waste.

Question 19

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT With which of the following can users transfer items to and from other computer on the Internet?

Accepted Answer

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is used to transfer files between computers on a network, including the Internet.

Question 20

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT If someone feels distressed when deprived of computers and mobile devices, that person is said to suffer from what condition?

Accepted Answer

Technology overload refers to the stress or distress experienced when someone is overwhelmed by the use of technology or feels deprived without it.

Quiz 1: Digital Literacy: Introducing a World of Technology