Question 1

Using the accompanying figure, discuss the role that technology plays in online employee training and professional development.

Accepted Answer

The answer of  Using the accompanying figure, discuss the...

Question 2

A(n) _________________________ is the lowest price at which a seller will or must sell an item at an online auction.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) _________________________ is the lowest price at...

Question 3

Critical Thinking Questions Case 5-1
You are very busy at home and at work and are concerned about finding the time to shop for a wedding gift for your cousin. A friend sends you a personal email containing a link to the Overstock website and tells you about the great deals she has found at the website. You consider taking a quick break from work to search for a gift at the website. Additionally, it is really tempting to use the company's high-speed Internet connection to search online for a gift since the Internet access you have at home is much slower.
A family member spends a lot of time sending, receiving, and reading personal email messages while at work. You suggest that she _____.
A) is exposing her company to viruses and other security breaches
B) is very clever to get her personal email taken care of at work
C) should also capitalize on her company's high-speed Internet access to get most of her shopping done at work
D) ask her supervisor to approve overtime so that she can get her tasks done; there just isn't enough time in the workday

Accepted Answer

Using a company's internet connection for personal use can expose the company to security breaches and viruses. It is not ethical behavior and can lead to serious consequences.

Question 4

Modified Multiple Choice
The ____  websites are directed toward children offer online games.
A) PBS Kids
B) Blackboard
C) webkinz
D) Moodle

Accepted Answer

PBS Kids and Webkinz are both websites directed towards children and offer online games, while Blackboard and Moodle are web platforms primarily used for educational purposes at the college and university level.

Question 5

_________________________ is the Internet standard that allows you to download or upload files to and from other computers connected to the Internet.

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The answer of _________________________ is the Internet standard that allows...

Question 6

Briefly describe the types of resources available on genealogy websites, both free and commercial.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Briefly describe the types of resources available...

Question 7

Modified Multiple Choice
____ are names for consumer portals whose content the user can customize to meet his or her specific needs.
A) Personal portal
B) Horizontal portal
C) Vertical portal
D) Industry portal

Accepted Answer

The answer of Modified Multiple Choice
____ are names for consumer...

Question 8

Interactive features help make any type of website stickier and more interesting.

Accepted Answer

Interactive features such as quizzes, polls, and games help engage visitors and keep them on the website longer, making the site "stickier" and more interesting.

Question 9

Using the accompanying figure, describe how you might use the services offered at this website.

Accepted Answer

The answer of  
Using the accompanying figure, describe how...

Question 10

Modified Multiple Choice
____ are examples of online route planners.
A) FreeTrip
B) Google Maps
C) MapQuest
D) Yahoo! Maps
E) None of above

Accepted Answer

The answer of Modified Multiple Choice
____ are examples of online...

Question 11

Modified True/False 
A vortal provides a gateway for visitors with more specific interests, such as gardening, children's activities, and social issues. 
_______________________

Accepted Answer

This statement accurately describes what a vortal is.

Question 12

Vertical portals allow employees, customers, vendors, and other business partners to access a company's business information, work with others using email and other internal collaboration tools, or conduct business transactions. 
______________________

Accepted Answer

The answer of Vertical portals allow employees, customers, vendors, and...

Question 13

Modified Multiple Choice
The three major U.S. credit reporting agencies are:  ____.
A) TransUnion
B) Experian
C) CAPHIS
D) Equifax

Accepted Answer

TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax are the major U.S. credit reporting agencies, while CAPHIS is not.

Question 14

An FTP website's URL starts with _________________________ instead of the http:// used for a website URL.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An FTP website's URL starts with _________________________...

Question 15

Critical Thinking Questions Case 5-1
You are very busy at home and at work and are concerned about finding the time to shop for a wedding gift for your cousin. A friend sends you a personal email containing a link to the Overstock website and tells you about the great deals she has found at the website. You consider taking a quick break from work to search for a gift at the website. Additionally, it is really tempting to use the company's high-speed Internet connection to search online for a gift since the Internet access you have at home is much slower.
What should you do about shopping online for a wedding gift while at work?
A) Wait until your supervisor is out of the office, then quickly log on to the Overstock website and search for a wedding gift; after all, who will know?
B) During your lunch break, log on to the Overstock website and search for a wedding gift; no one is hurt when you use a company computer for personal business.
C) Stop working immediately and log on to the Overstock website to search for a wedding gift; the company high-speed Internet connection is so much faster than your connection at home that you will save time in the long run.
D) Carefully review the company's Internet access policies and ask your supervisor for clarification if you have questions; then follow those policies regarding personal use of company computers.

Accepted Answer

It is important to follow the company's policies regarding personal use of company computers. Taking the time to review the policies and asking for clarification from a supervisor can avoid any potential consequences or disciplinary action. It is important to prioritize work duties while at work and limit personal use of company resources. Using the company's high-speed Internet connection may be tempting, but it is important to follow the policies set in place to protect the company's resources and ensure productivity in the workplace.

Question 16

MSN Latino is a vertical portal that provides a gateway to sites covering export issues. 
____________________

Accepted Answer

The statement is incorrect. MSN Latino is a vertical portal that provides access to news, entertainment, sports, and lifestyle content. It does not specifically focus on export issues.

Question 17

Industry portals are horizontal portals that target viewers interested in a specific industry. 
______________________

Accepted Answer

Industry portals are vertical portals that target viewers interested in a specific industry, not horizontal portals. Horizontal portals cater to a wide audience with varied interests.

Question 18

A(n) _________________________ is the amount someone is willing to pay for an item at an online auction.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) _________________________ is the amount someone is...

Question 19

Before you begin _________________________ online, you should consider the legal, ethical, social, and financial ramifications for you and your family.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Before you begin _________________________ online, you should...

Question 20

Modified Multiple Choice
The ____  methods can be used to upload or download files using FTP.
A) FTP client program
B) operating system's file management program
C) drawing program
D) web browser

Accepted Answer

The answer of Modified Multiple Choice
The ____  methods can be...

Quiz 5: Getting More Out of the Internet

Using the accompanying figure, discuss the role that technology plays in online employee training and professional development.

A(n) _________________________ is the lowest price at which a seller will or must sell an item at an online auction.

Modified Multiple Choice The ____ websites are directed toward children offer online games.

_________________________ is the Internet standard that allows you to download or upload files to and from other computers connected to the Internet.

Briefly describe the types of resources available on genealogy websites, both free and commercial.

Modified Multiple Choice ____ are names for consumer portals whose content the user can customize to meet his or her specific needs.

Interactive features help make any type of website stickier and more interesting.

Using the accompanying figure, describe how you might use the services offered at this website.

Modified Multiple Choice ____ are examples of online route planners.

Modified True/False A vortal provides a gateway for visitors with more specific interests, such as gardening, children's activities, and social issues. _______________________

Vertical portals allow employees, customers, vendors, and other business partners to access a company's business information, work with others using email and other internal collaboration tools, or conduct business transactions. ______________________

Modified Multiple Choice The three major U.S. credit reporting agencies are: ____.

An FTP website's URL starts with _________________________ instead of the http:// used for a website URL.

MSN Latino is a vertical portal that provides a gateway to sites covering export issues. ____________________

Industry portals are horizontal portals that target viewers interested in a specific industry. ______________________

A(n) _________________________ is the amount someone is willing to pay for an item at an online auction.

Before you begin _________________________ online, you should consider the legal, ethical, social, and financial ramifications for you and your family.

Modified Multiple Choice The ____ methods can be used to upload or download files using FTP.