Question 1

In an automated environment,as the number of factory jobs declines,________ jobs increase and play a more important role in the economy.
A)office worker
B)blue-collar
C)physical laborer
D)top management

Accepted Answer

In an automated environment, as physical labor jobs are replaced by machines, office workers and other white-collar jobs become more important in the economy. This is because the machines and automation require skilled technicians and engineers to maintain and program them, while other workers are needed to manage the operations and analyze data. Blue-collar jobs may still be necessary in some areas, but overall, the trend is towards an increase in white-collar jobs. Top management may also play a role, but they are not necessarily directly affected by automation in the same way as other types of workers.

Question 2

In automated factories,engineers use ________ software to design new products.
A)CAD
B)CBT
C)CTO
D)CAI

Accepted Answer

CAD stands for computer-aided design, which is a software used to design and create 2D or 3D models of products. This is commonly used in automated factories as it allows for efficient and accurate product design. CBT (computer-based training), CTO (chief technology officer), and CAI (computer-aided instruction) are not relevant to product design in automated factories.

Question 3

The total cost of ownership of a PC in the workplace includes all of the following EXCEPT:
A)user training.
B)user wages.
C)support.
D)troubleshooting.

Accepted Answer

The total cost of ownership of a PC in the workplace includes user training, support, and troubleshooting, but not user wages. User wages are a separate cost related to the human resources of the organization and are not directly associated with the cost of the technology.

Question 4

Buying and selling products through a computer network is known as ________ commerce.
A)electronic
B)virtual
C)point-of-sale
D)HTML

Accepted Answer

Electronic commerce, commonly referred to as e-commerce, involves buying and selling products or services electronically through the internet or other computer networks. Virtual commerce and point-of-sale commerce are not widely used terms in describing online transactions, and HTML refers to a programming language for creating web pages, but not specifically to e-commerce.

Question 5

Some businesses replace PCs with ________,which are low-cost,low-maintenance machines that can access network information but cannot function without a server.
A)PDAs
B)laptops
C)thin clients
D)Macs

Accepted Answer

Thin clients are the best choice as they are low-cost and low-maintenance machines that can access network information but cannot function without a server. PDAs and laptops are more expensive and have more functionalities than what is required for basic network access, while Macs are typically more expensive than PCs and have their own operating system, which may not be compatible with the business's existing network infrastructure. Therefore, thin clients are the most suitable replacement for PCs in this scenario.

Question 6

Experts predict that a paperless office will replace all of the following EXCEPT:
A)reference books.
B)newspapers and periodicals.
C)letters.
D)flow of paper-based information.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Experts predict that a paperless office will...

Question 7

Which of the following technologies does not make it easier for documents to be stored without loss of formatting?
A)HTML
B)rich-text
C)XML
D)PDF

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following technologies does not...

Question 8

Adobe developed ________,which allows documents to be transmitted and stored without loss of formatting.
A)CTO
B)CAD
C)CBT
D)PDF

Accepted Answer

Adobe developed the Portable Document Format (PDF), which allows documents to be transmitted and stored without loss of formatting. PDFs are widely used for sharing professional documents and are compatible with a variety of devices and software, making them a popular choice for businesses and individuals alike.

Question 9

One company selling to another company is known as
A)C2C.
B)B2C.
C)B2B.
D)C2B.

Accepted Answer

B2B (business-to-business) refers to a transaction where one business sells products or services to another business. C2C (customer-to-customer) involves individuals selling products or services to other individuals. B2C (business-to-consumer) involves businesses selling products or services directly to consumers. C2B (customer-to-business) involves individuals selling products or services to businesses.

Question 10

For patients living in remote places,doctors use the Web to practice
A)anamorphic projection.
B)remote imaging.
C)telemedicine.
D)automated surgery.

Accepted Answer

Telemedicine is the use of telecommunications technology such as video conferencing, remote monitoring, and electronic health records to provide medical care to patients who are not physically present in the doctor's office. It allows doctors to remotely diagnose, treat, and monitor patients in remote or underserved areas where access to healthcare is limited. Anamorphic projection, remote imaging, and automated surgery are not directly related to the use of the web for remote healthcare.

Question 11

An employee working from home is known as a
A)CIO.
B)remote employee.
C)CAI.
D)telecommuter.

Accepted Answer

An employee who works from home or a remote location using technology to communicate with the office is known as a telecommuter. Therefore, the correct choice is D.

Question 12

Several employees working on a document together is a good use of
A)groupware.
B)virtualization.
C)thin clients.
D)CAD software.

Accepted Answer

Groupware refers to software that allows multiple people to collaborate on a project or document in real-time, enabling them to work together from remote locations. Therefore, it is the best choice for several employees working on a document together. Virtualization, thin clients, and CAD software are not directly related to document collaboration.

Question 13

An automated factory is more efficient than a traditional factory for all the following reasons EXCEPT:
A)it reduces complication.
B)it reduces the amount of time materials and machines sit idle.
C)it reduces raw materials.
D)it reduces labor.

Accepted Answer

Automated factories may not necessarily reduce complication; they often involve complex machinery and systems.

Question 14

In a company,the main decisions concerning enterprise computer systems and technology are made by the
A)CIO and CTO.
B)CEO and CTO.
C)CEO and CIO.
D)CFO and CEO.

Accepted Answer

The CIO (Chief Information Officer) and CTO (Chief Technology Officer) are the primary executives responsible for decisions regarding enterprise computer systems and technology in a company. The CIO focuses on internal IT infrastructure and technology that supports the company's goals, while the CTO often focuses on external, customer-facing technology and innovations.

Question 15

Automated factories pose the greatest threat to the employment of
A)highly educated workers.
B)office workers.
C)blue-collar workers.
D)white-collar workers.

Accepted Answer

Automated factories use technology and robotics to perform tasks previously done by human blue-collar workers. This results in job loss and displacement for these workers. Highly educated workers often have specialized skills that are not easily automated, and office workers and white-collar workers may have tasks that require human interaction and decision-making, making them less susceptible to automation.

Question 16

When corporations set up ________,their employees can commute to smaller offices closer to their homes.
A)satellite offices
B)virtual offices
C)electronic cottages
D)e-commerce sites

Accepted Answer

Satellite offices are smaller offices set up by corporations in different locations, usually closer to employees' homes, to reduce the commuting time and distance. Virtual offices are remote work arrangements where employees work from home or any location with internet access. Electronic cottages are a type of home-based business, and e-commerce sites are online platforms for buying and selling products and services.

Question 17

Dell selling computers directly to customers is known as ________.
A)C2C
B)B2C
C)C2B
D)B2B

Accepted Answer

B2C (business-to-consumer) refers to a business selling directly to individual customers, which is exactly what Dell does by selling their computers online and through their retail stores. C2C (consumer-to-consumer) involves individuals selling products or services directly to other individuals through platforms such as eBay or Craigslist. C2B (consumer-to-business) involves individuals offering products or services to businesses, while B2B (business-to-business) involves businesses selling products or services to other businesses.

Question 18

________ transactions account for the most online sales.
A)C2C
B)B2C
C)C2B
D)B2B

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________ transactions account for the most online...

Question 19

Telecommuting does all of the following EXCEPT:
A)increases the importance of geography.
B)reduces pollution.
C)saves time.
D)increases productivity.

Accepted Answer

Telecommuting reduces the importance of geography by allowing individuals to work from anywhere, regardless of their location. Therefore, option A is incorrect. Options B, C, and D are all benefits of telecommuting.

Question 20

When a company opens their intranet to clients,customers,and suppliers,they are creating a(n)
A)intranet.
B)extranet.
C)mesh network.
D)local area network.

Accepted Answer

Opening up an intranet to external parties such as customers, clients, and suppliers creates an extranet. An extranet is a private network that uses internet technology to securely share information and resources with authorized external parties. Therefore, option B is the best choice. Options A, C, and D do not accurately describe the scenario of opening up an intranet to external parties.

Quiz 11: Computers at Work, school, and Home

In an automated environment,as the number of factory jobs declines,________ jobs increase and play a more important role in the economy.

In automated factories,engineers use ________ software to design new products.

The total cost of ownership of a PC in the workplace includes all of the following EXCEPT:

Buying and selling products through a computer network is known as ________ commerce.

Some businesses replace PCs with ________,which are low-cost,low-maintenance machines that can access network information but cannot function without a server.

Experts predict that a paperless office will replace all of the following EXCEPT:

Which of the following technologies does not make it easier for documents to be stored without loss of formatting?

Adobe developed ________,which allows documents to be transmitted and stored without loss of formatting.

One company selling to another company is known as

For patients living in remote places,doctors use the Web to practice

An employee working from home is known as a

Several employees working on a document together is a good use of

An automated factory is more efficient than a traditional factory for all the following reasons EXCEPT:

In a company,the main decisions concerning enterprise computer systems and technology are made by the

Automated factories pose the greatest threat to the employment of

When corporations set up ________,their employees can commute to smaller offices closer to their homes.

Dell selling computers directly to customers is known as ________.

________ transactions account for the most online sales.

Telecommuting does all of the following EXCEPT:

When a company opens their intranet to clients,customers,and suppliers,they are creating a(n)