Question 1

Computers in legal organizations can be a vehicle for incompetence and legal malpractice.

Accepted Answer

While computers can be incredibly useful tools for legal organizations, they can also be misused or mishandled, leading to incompetence or malpractice. This can include issues such as mishandling client data, failing to properly secure sensitive information, or using flawed software that can lead to legal errors. It is important for legal organizations to have strong IT policies and procedures in place to minimize the risks associated with computer use.

Question 2

According to the text, prior to the early 1980s, computers were used only by:

Accepted Answer

The text states that prior to the early 1980s, computers were used only by a few extremely large firms for "back-office" functions.

Question 3

The "paperless office" is a pipe dream that cannot be reasonably implemented.

Accepted Answer

The concept of a "paperless office" is increasingly feasible with advancements in digital technology, allowing for electronic documents and communication that reduce or eliminate the need for paper.

Question 4

VoIP can be used to make calls to a regular (analog) phone line.

Accepted Answer

VoIP services like Skype, Google Voice, and WhatsApp can be used to make calls to regular phone lines.

Question 5

Legal professionals use videoconferencing only when in the courtroom.

Accepted Answer

Legal professionals use videoconferencing not only in the courtroom but also for remote meetings, depositions, and other legal proceedings.

Question 6

The term "network of networks" refers to:

Accepted Answer

The term "network of networks" commonly refers to the Internet, which is a global network made up of thousands of interconnected smaller networks.

Question 7

Electronic discovery is the exception and not the norm, and it never became popular.

Accepted Answer

Electronic discovery (e-discovery) became more popular in the late 1990s and early 2000s due to the increase in electronic data and the need for litigation. Since then, e-discovery has become a standard process in legal proceedings, and not an exception.

Question 8

Which of these is an output device?

Accepted Answer

A printer is an output device, as it is used to produce a physical output on paper or other media. The other options are input devices (keyboard and mouse), storage devices (hard drive), or communication devices (modem).

Question 9

How fast a computer works to process information is characterized in megabytes (MB).

Accepted Answer

The speed of a computer is typically characterized in megahertz (MHz), gigahertz (GHz), or terahertz (THz), not in megabytes (MB). Megabytes (MB) are used to measure the amount of data storage capacity.

Question 10

Which of these terms refers to the instructions that make the computer hardware function?

Accepted Answer

Software refers to the programs and operating information used by a computer, which are the instructions that make the computer hardware function.

Question 11

Confidentiality of client-related electronic information is a concern for most legal organizations.

Accepted Answer

Confidentiality of client-related electronic information is a major concern for most legal organizations. It is important to ensure that sensitive information remains secure and protected from unauthorized access or disclosure. This can be achieved through various measures such as implementing strong password policies, using encryption technologies, and regularly reviewing access rights and permissions.

Question 12

Magnetic tape systems store data sequentially.

Accepted Answer

Magnetic tape systems record and store data sequentially, meaning that data is written onto the tape in a linear fashion and must be accessed in the order it was written.

Question 13

Many courts have implemented electronic filing, and others are currently in the design or implementation stages.

Accepted Answer

Many courts have indeed implemented electronic filing, and the trend is growing.

Question 14

The data contained in ROM is lost when the computer is turned off.

Accepted Answer

The data contained in ROM (Read-Only Memory) is non-volatile, meaning that it is not lost when the computer is turned off. It stays intact until it is rewritten or updated.

Question 15

All versions of Windows use a graphical user interface (GUI).

Accepted Answer

All versions of Windows since Windows 1.0 have used a GUI.

Question 16

Which of these is an example of hardware?

Accepted Answer

Hardware refers to physical components of a computer system, such as a monitor, keyboard, and mouse. The other options listed are software or digital data.

Question 17

Antivirus software is considered a form of application software.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Antivirus software is considered a form of...

Question 18

Disaster recovery plans are created after a disaster has occurred.

Accepted Answer

Disaster recovery plans are created before a disaster occurs to ensure that a business or organization is prepared to respond and recover from a disaster in a timely and effective manner.

Question 19

Litigation support software is used only for very large cases.

Accepted Answer

Litigation support software can be used for cases of any size and is not limited to only large cases.

Question 20

Presentation graphic programs can be used in courtrooms to present evidence to juries or other fact-finders.

Accepted Answer

Presentation graphic programs, such as PowerPoint or Keynote, can be used in courtrooms to present visual evidence to help support a case and enhance the presentation of arguments made to a jury or other fact-finders.

Quiz 1: Overview of Computers and Technology in the Law Office