Question 1

The Windows Update tool is found in the _____.
A) Charms Bar
B) Control Panel
C) Ribbon
D) Heat Sink

Accepted Answer

The Windows Update tool is typically found in the Control Panel under the "System and Security" section.

Question 2

The f character is represented as a(n) _______________ of data in a computer.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The f character is represented as a(n)...

Question 3

Today's mobile devices use _______________ to store small amounts of data such as music.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Today's mobile devices use _______________ to store...

Question 4

Before installing software on your computer, it is important to check its _____.
A) terms of service
B) copyright date
C) system requirements
D) update schedule

Accepted Answer

Checking the system requirements of the software helps to ensure that your computer can handle and run the software without any problem. It will save you time and frustration in the long run. The other options may also be important to consider, but they are not as crucial as the system requirements.

Question 5

Computers with the same platform are considered _____.
A) compatible
B) biometric
C) nonvolatile
D) volatile

Accepted Answer

Computers with the same platform are designed to work with the same hardware and software specifications, making them compatible with each other. Biometric refers to a technology that uses human characteristics for identification purposes, while volatile and nonvolatile refer to types of computer memory.

Question 6

It is best to set Word's Ribbon to _____ Mode when using a tablet.
A) Mouse
B) Click
C) Swipe
D) Touch

Accepted Answer

Touch mode is best for tablet use because it increases the size of the icons and spacing between them, making it easier to navigate with fingers or a stylus.

Question 7

Carolina is looking to buy a new computer, and is researching system requirements. Carolina learns that the amount of _____ in the computer greatly affects performance.
A) random access memory
B) flash memory
C) read only memory
D) clock speed

Accepted Answer

Random access memory (RAM) greatly affects computer performance as it stores information that the computer is currently using, allowing for faster access than if the information had to be retrieved from the hard drive. Flash memory is used for long-term storage, while read-only memory (ROM) contains permanent instructions for the computer. Clock speed, while important, is not as crucial to overall performance as RAM.

Question 8

Windows _____ provides user feedback on hardware resources and other software.
A) Task Manager
B) Service Pack
C) Register
D) Control Panel

Accepted Answer

Task Manager provides real-time monitoring of system performance, including CPU and memory usage, network activity, and disk usage. It also allows the user to end or restart processes and applications. Service Pack typically refers to major updates to the operating system, while Register and Control Panel do not provide detailed performance feedback.

Question 9

Evan is working on a presentation to give to his computer club about the importance of software updates. Evan tells his club that downloading a _____ software update will deliver fixes or enhancements as a single file.
A) manual
B) patch
C) service pack
D) mobile

Accepted Answer

The answer of Evan is working on a presentation to...

Question 10

Hardware components such as essential chips and connectors can all be found on the ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Hardware components such as essential chips and...

Question 11

To keep your software current, you would install any of the following program types EXCEPT: _____.
A) patch
B) Web app
C) update
D) service pack

Accepted Answer

Web apps are not installed, they are accessed online through a web browser, so there is no need to install or update them.

Question 12

When a system restore is performed after a software update, which of the following happens?
A) A small program is run that corrects the problem.
B) You are notified to complete the update later.
C) The update is reversed.
D) The server is rechecked at a later date for more updates.

Accepted Answer

A system restore essentially reverts the system to a previous state, so any updates or changes that were made since that point in time will be undone. Therefore, in the case of a system restore performed after a software update, the update will be reversed.

Question 13

In Windows, you can use the _______________ tool to view current processes and the status of hardware resources.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In Windows, you can use the _______________...

Question 14

One major reason to keep your operating system up to date is to _____.
A) protect it from malware
B) expand its memory
C) increase the speed of the processor
D) improve overall performance

Accepted Answer

Keeping your operating system up to date is important as it often includes security updates and patches to protect your computer from malware and other cyber threats.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a type of memory for storing data?
A) register
B) cache
C) random access
D) heat sink

Accepted Answer

A heat sink is a component used for managing heat dissipation within a computer or electronic device, and is not a type of memory for storing data. The other options listed (register, cache, and random access) are all types of memory used for storing data.

Question 16

The _____ is a banner that stretches across the top of the Word window.
A) Quick Access Toolbar
B) Status Bar
C) Ribbon
D) Control Panel

Accepted Answer

The Ribbon is a banner that stretches across the top of the Word window. The Quick Access Toolbar is a customizable toolbar located above the Ribbon, and the Status Bar is located at the bottom of the Word window. The Control Panel is a separate window in Windows that allows you to manage system settings and preferences.

Question 17

Evan is working on a presentation to give to his computer club about the importance of software updates. Evan explains to his club that the red circle on the App Store icon indicates ____.
A) the app is no longer available
B) there is a software update ready to be downloaded
C) downloading an update will take the number of minutes shown
D) the number of days left to access an update

Accepted Answer

The red circle on the App Store icon indicates that there is a software update ready to be downloaded.

Question 18

Carolina is looking to buy a new computer, and is researching system requirements. Carolina first must choose a platform, and she can choose any of the following EXCEPT: _____.
A) PC
B) Linux
C) Mac
D) Word

Accepted Answer

Word is not a platform; it is a word processing application developed by Microsoft. Platforms refer to the underlying operating system or hardware, such as PC (Windows), Linux, or Mac.

Question 19

A condition known as ____________________ happens when the computer's operating system swaps data between RAM and virtual memory to run software.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A condition known as ____________________ happens when...

Question 20

Clicking on the Performance tab displays CPU performance information as a ______ chart.
A) line
B) bar
C) scatter
D) percentage

Accepted Answer

CPU performance information is typically displayed as a line chart because it shows the fluctuations in performance over time. A bar chart may be used for comparing performance of different CPUs, but it does not provide the same level of detail as a line chart. Scatter charts are typically used for analyzing relationships between two variables, which may not be relevant for CPU performance data. Percentage charts may be used to display the breakdown of CPU usage by process or application, but they do not provide the same level of detail as a line chart for overall performance analysis.

Quiz 2: Input, Output and Processing

The Windows Update tool is found in the _____.

The f character is represented as a(n) _______________ of data in a computer.

Today's mobile devices use _______________ to store small amounts of data such as music.

Before installing software on your computer, it is important to check its _____.

Computers with the same platform are considered _____.

It is best to set Word's Ribbon to _____ Mode when using a tablet.

Carolina is looking to buy a new computer, and is researching system requirements. Carolina learns that the amount of _____ in the computer greatly affects performance.

Windows _____ provides user feedback on hardware resources and other software.

Evan is working on a presentation to give to his computer club about the importance of software updates. Evan tells his club that downloading a _____ software update will deliver fixes or enhancements as a single file.

Hardware components such as essential chips and connectors can all be found on the ____________________.

To keep your software current, you would install any of the following program types EXCEPT: _____.

When a system restore is performed after a software update, which of the following happens?

In Windows, you can use the _______________ tool to view current processes and the status of hardware resources.

One major reason to keep your operating system up to date is to _____.

Which of the following is NOT a type of memory for storing data?

The _____ is a banner that stretches across the top of the Word window.

Evan is working on a presentation to give to his computer club about the importance of software updates. Evan explains to his club that the red circle on the App Store icon indicates ____.

Carolina is looking to buy a new computer, and is researching system requirements. Carolina first must choose a platform, and she can choose any of the following EXCEPT: _____.

A condition known as ____________________ happens when the computer's operating system swaps data between RAM and virtual memory to run software.

Clicking on the Performance tab displays CPU performance information as a ______ chart.