Question 1

Which of the following mouse operations would you use if you want to deselect an item on the screen?
A) click
B) right-click
C) double-click
D) drag

Accepted Answer

Clicking on an empty space or outside the selected item is a common way to deselect an item on the screen.

Question 2

When a person buys something from an app store, the cost of the item is charged to a credit card whose number often is known by the app store. On what type of device is the credit card number kept by the app store?
A) Communications
B) Storage
C) Memory
D) Input

Accepted Answer

The credit card number is kept on the app store's storage system. It is stored securely to ensure the privacy and security of the customer's financial information.

Question 3

Which of the following works in a manner similar to a copy machine?
A) scanner
B) memory
C) display
D) solid-state drive

Accepted Answer

A scanner works by scanning a physical document or image and creating a digital reproduction of it, similar to how a copy machine creates a physical reproduction of a document. The other options listed (memory, display, solid-state drive) do not work in the same manner as a copy machine.

Question 4

Which of the following mouse operations would you use if you want to change the position of the pointer on the screen?
A) click
B) right-click
C) double-click
D) point

Accepted Answer

To change the position of the pointer on the screen, you would simply move the mouse to point to a different location on the screen. Therefore, the correct answer is D - point.

Question 5

Which of the following mouse operations would you use if you want to start a program feature?
A) drag
B) point
C) double-click
D) click

Accepted Answer

Double-clicking on an icon or button is a common way to activate a program feature.

Question 6

With which of the following can users transfer items to and from other computer on the Internet?
A) IM
B) VoIP
C) HTML
D) FTP

Accepted Answer

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is specifically designed for transferring files between computers on the Internet. IM (Instant Messaging) and VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) are communication tools, while HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) is a programming language for creating web pages and does not involve file transfers between computers.

Question 7

What makes the posts on Twitter considered a blog?
A) The integration of posts with multimedia
B) Their social orientation
C) The nature of following
D) Their journal format

Accepted Answer

The term "blog" refers to a web log or online journal. Twitter posts, commonly referred to as tweets, are short entries that are typically only a few sentences long and organized in reverse chronological order, making them similar to an online journal or diary. Therefore, the format of Twitter posts can be considered a type of blog. The other options (A, B, and C) all describe features of Twitter that are not necessarily unique to blogs. While many blogs do incorporate multimedia, have a social aspect, and allow followers, these features do not define what makes something a blog.

Question 8

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?
A) USB flash drives, SSDs, hard disks
B) Hard disks, memory cards, memory
C) Scanners, DVD drives, memory cards
D) Memory, Blu-ray Disc drives, USB flash drives

Accepted Answer

USB flash drives, SSDs (solid-state drives), and hard disks are all common devices used for storing and retrieving data on a computer. Other options listed in the other choices, such as scanners and DVD drives, are primarily used for input or output of data, rather than storage. Memory cards may also be used for storage, but are not as commonly used as the options listed in choice A. Blu-ray Disc drives may also be used for storage, but are less common than USB flash drives and hard disks.

Question 9

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?
A) Facebook
B) Twitter
C) LinkedIn
D) Digg

Accepted Answer

LinkedIn is a professional networking site that allows you to connect with other professionals, showcase your skills and experience, and receive endorsements and recommendations from colleagues and business associates. This makes it the best match for someone looking to include recommendations from people who know them professionally. Facebook and Twitter are more geared towards personal connections and do not provide as much emphasis on professional networking. Digg is a social news aggregator and does not provide a platform for professional connections and recommendations.

Question 10

On which of the following pointing devices can you control the pointer by sliding your fingertip?
A) mouse
B) digital tablet
C) touchpad
D) online pad

Accepted Answer

A touchpad is a pointing device that allows you to control the pointer by sliding your fingertip across its surface.

Question 11

If your friend is playing a game on a computer, on what type of device would he see a big explosion within the game?
A) Output
B) Input
C) Storage
D) Communications

Accepted Answer

Explosions within a game are output, meaning they're displayed on the screen for the user to see. The other options (input, storage, communications) are not related to displaying visual elements within a game.

Question 12

You want to place a video from the Internet to your desktop. What process do you use?
A) Downloading
B) VoIP
C) Surfing
D) Wireless accessing

Accepted Answer

Downloading is the process of transferring content from the internet to a personal computer. Therefore, to place a video from the internet to your desktop, you would use downloading.

Question 13

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?
A) distributed storage
B) cloud storage
C) integrated storage
D) VoIP

Accepted Answer

Storing data using an Internet service is known as cloud storage. Option A (distributed storage) refers to the use of multiple devices or computers to store data while option C (integrated storage) and option D (VoIP) are unrelated to data storage.

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a suggestion for easing eyestrain while using a mobile device?
A) Position the display about 90 degrees below eye level.
B) Clean the screen regularly.
C) Blink your eyes every five seconds.
D) Take an eye break every 30 minutes.

Accepted Answer

Positioning the display about 90 degrees below eye level is not practical or recommended for easing eyestrain. Proper positioning typically involves having the screen at or slightly below eye level to maintain a comfortable viewing angle.

Question 15

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?
A) Facebook
B) Twitter
C) LinkedIn
D) Digg

Accepted Answer

While all four options offer social networking features, Facebook is the most popular platform for sharing messages and interests with family and friends. It allows users to share photos, videos, and status updates with their network, as well as communicate through private messaging and group chats. Twitter is more focused on short-form messaging and news updates, LinkedIn is geared towards professional networking, and Digg is a social news website.

Question 16

The Internet is a worldwide network. What is the World Wide Web?
A) It is a global library of information available to anyone connected to the Internet.
B) It is a feature that allows e-mail between computers connected to the Internet.
C) It is the same as the Internet.
D) It is an exclusive network of computers separate from the Internet that allows functions such as social sites, resource sharing, blogs, and research.

Accepted Answer

The World Wide Web (WWW or Web) is a platform of information accessed through the Internet. It is a system of interlinked hypertext documents that are accessed through the Internet. It is a global library of information available to anyone connected to the Internet. Option B is incorrect as e-mail is a different feature of the Internet. Option C is incorrect as the Web is a component of the Internet. Option D is incorrect as the features mentioned are all part of the World Wide Web.

Question 17

Which of the following mouse operations would you use if you want to draw a picture?
A) click
B) point
C) double-click
D) drag

Accepted Answer

To draw a picture, you would need to use the drag operation to move your mouse across the screen and create lines or shapes. Clicking or pointing would not have the same effect, and double-clicking would likely select something instead of allowing you to draw.

Question 18

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?
A) Facebook
B) Twitter
C) LinkedIn
D) Digg

Accepted Answer

Twitter is primarily a micro-blogging platform where users can share short updates, news, and information. It allows users to follow other users and see their updates in real-time, making it a great choice for staying current with daily activities. Facebook also offers similar features, but it is more geared towards connecting with friends and family, rather than staying up-to-date with news and information from sources outside of one's immediate social circle. LinkedIn is a professional networking site, and Digg is a social news site where users submit and vote on news stories.

Question 19

Which of the following mouse operations would you use if you want to display a shortcut menu?
A) right-drag
B) right-click
C) drag
D) point

Accepted Answer

Right-clicking the mouse will typically display a shortcut menu, giving the user a variety of options to choose from.

Question 20

If a manufacturer is looking for memory that is very durable and shock resistant, which kind of technology might it use in its laptops?
A) SSDs
B) hard disks
C) platters
D) DVD drives

Accepted Answer

SSDs (solid state drives) use flash memory to store data and have no moving parts, making them highly durable and shock resistant. Hard disks and platters have spinning mechanical parts and are more prone to damage from drops or impacts. DVD drives are not related to memory storage.

Quiz 1: Introducing Todays Technologies

Which of the following mouse operations would you use if you want to deselect an item on the screen?

When a person buys something from an app store, the cost of the item is charged to a credit card whose number often is known by the app store. On what type of device is the credit card number kept by the app store?

Which of the following works in a manner similar to a copy machine?

Which of the following mouse operations would you use if you want to change the position of the pointer on the screen?

Which of the following mouse operations would you use if you want to start a program feature?

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

What makes the posts on Twitter considered a blog?

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?

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?

On which of the following pointing devices can you control the pointer by sliding your fingertip?

If your friend is playing a game on a computer, on what type of device would he see a big explosion within the game?

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

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?

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

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?

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

Which of the following mouse operations would you use if you want to draw a picture?

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?

Which of the following mouse operations would you use if you want to display a shortcut menu?

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