Question 1

Secondary storage has which of the following characteristics?
A) It is nonvolatile.
B) It is more cost effective than primary storage.
C) It is slower than primary storage.
D) It can utilize a variety of media.
E) All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the characteristics listed (nonvolatile, more cost effective than primary storage, slower than primary storage, and can utilize a variety of media) are true of secondary storage.

Question 2

_____ are electronic storage devices that contain no moving parts.
A) Hard drives
B) Flash memory devices
C) Streaming tape devices
D) DVDs
E) CDs

Accepted Answer

Flash memory devices use non-volatile memory chips to store data instead of spinning disks or recording media like hard drives or tapes. They do not have any moving parts, making them more durable and less prone to mechanical failures. CDs and DVDs, on the other hand, are optical media that store data physically on a disc's surface and require a disc reader with a spinning disc to access the data.

Question 3

The type of primary storage, located closest to the CPU, where the computer can temporarily store blocks of data used most often is called:
A) Read-only memory.
B) Registers.
C) Random access memory.
D) Cache memory.
E) Flash memory.

Accepted Answer

Cache memory is a type of primary storage located closest to the CPU and can temporarily store blocks of data used most often. It helps to speed up the computer's processing time by allowing quick access to frequently used data. The other options, such as read-only memory, registers, random access memory, and flash memory are also types of primary storage but they do not necessarily store data used most often.

Question 4

The type of primary storage where certain critical instructions are safeguarded because the storage is nonvolatile and the instructions can be read only by the computer and not changed by the user is called:
A) Read-only memory.
B) Random access memory.
C) Cache memory
D) Registers
E) Flash memory

Accepted Answer

Read-only memory (ROM) is a type of primary storage that contains critical instructions that can only be read by the computer and not changed by the user. It is nonvolatile, meaning that the data stored in ROM is not lost when the computer is turned off. This makes it a reliable and secure form of storage for important instructions that the computer needs to function properly.

Question 5

Jun has been in business selling unique lamp bases and shades for two years in her first location. She is getting ready to open a second location two towns over. What kind of computer does she need at this point?
A) Mainframe computer
B) Server
C) Supercomputer
D) Personal computer
E) iPad

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Question 6

What are the types of primary storage?

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Question 7

To access a specific piece of information, _____ are usually faster than _____.
A) Sequential access storage devices, direct access storage devices
B) Direct access storage devices, sequential access storage devices
C) Streaming tape devices, DVDs
D) Optical storage devices, random access memory
E) Sequential access storage devices, thumb drives

Accepted Answer

Direct access storage devices allow for quick access to specific pieces of information, whereas sequential access storage devices require searching through all preceding information to access a specific piece.

Question 8

Compare and contrast supercomputers, mainframes, midrange computers, and microcomputers.

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Question 9

Jun really likes your Apple iPad and wants to get one for her lamp business. What kind of computer would the iPad replace?
A) Mainframe computer
B) Workstation
C) Server
D) Personal computer
E) Smartphone

Accepted Answer

The iPad would replace a personal computer as it can perform many of the same functions such as internet browsing, email, document creation, and social media. It is also more portable and easier to use for some tasks.

Question 10

Jun is getting ready to open a store in her home town to sell unique lamp bases and shades. What kind of computer does she need at this point?
A) Mainframe computer
B) Server
C) Supercomputer
D) Personal computer
E) iPad

Accepted Answer

Jun only needs a personal computer at this point to manage the store's operations and inventory. A server or mainframe computer would be necessary for larger businesses with multiple users and more complex data storage needs. A supercomputer and iPad would be overkill for the store's requirements.

Question 11

The characteristics of magnetic tape include all of the following except:
A) It is the fastest magnetic storage medium.
B) It is the cheapest magnetic storage medium.
C) It provides sequential access to the data.
D) It has greater storage capacity than thumb drives.
E) It is often used for archival storage.

Accepted Answer

Magnetic tape is actually one of the slowest storage mediums in terms of access time. Additionally, while it is a cost-effective option for storage, it may not be the cheapest magnetic storage option.

Question 12

Discuss why it is difficult to make hardware decisions today.

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Question 13

Which of the following is not a characteristic of secondary storage?
A) It is nonvolatile.
B) It is more cost effective than primary storage.
C) It is slower than primary storage
D) It cannot utilize any media except chips
E) None of the above

Accepted Answer

Secondary storage can utilize various types of media such as hard disk drives, solid-state drives, CDs, DVDs, and USB drives. Therefore, choice D is not a characteristic of secondary storage.

Question 14

If you wished to store a large amount of archival data for a long period of time, you would choose which of the following?
A) Magnetic disk
B) Magnetic tape
C) Read-only chips
D) Cache chips
E) Thumb drives

Accepted Answer

Magnetic tape is the best choice for storing large amounts of archival data for a long period of time. Magnetic tape has a longer lifespan and a lower risk of data corruption than other storage options such as magnetic disks or thumb drives. It also has a lower cost per gigabyte, making it a more affordable option for large-scale data storage. Read-only chips and cache chips are not suitable for archival data storage as they are designed for temporary data storage and quick access.

Question 15

What are the types of secondary storage?

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Question 16

Describe the components that make up hardware.

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Quiz 14: Technology Guide 1 Hardware

Secondary storage has which of the following characteristics?

_____ are electronic storage devices that contain no moving parts.

The type of primary storage, located closest to the CPU, where the computer can temporarily store blocks of data used most often is called:

The type of primary storage where certain critical instructions are safeguarded because the storage is nonvolatile and the instructions can be read only by the computer and not changed by the user is called:

Jun has been in business selling unique lamp bases and shades for two years in her first location. She is getting ready to open a second location two towns over. What kind of computer does she need at this point?

What are the types of primary storage?

To access a specific piece of information, _ are usually faster than _.

Compare and contrast supercomputers, mainframes, midrange computers, and microcomputers.

Jun really likes your Apple iPad and wants to get one for her lamp business. What kind of computer would the iPad replace?

Jun is getting ready to open a store in her home town to sell unique lamp bases and shades. What kind of computer does she need at this point?

The characteristics of magnetic tape include all of the following except:

Discuss why it is difficult to make hardware decisions today.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of secondary storage?

If you wished to store a large amount of archival data for a long period of time, you would choose which of the following?

What are the types of secondary storage?

Describe the components that make up hardware.