Question 1

Simone just received a letter from her health care provider telling her she can create an account online that will give her access to all her health records. How would you describe what her provider is encouraging his patients to engage with?
A) A learning management system (LMS)
B) An intelligent workplace
C) A BYOD (bring your own device)
D) A mobile health app (mHealth)

Accepted Answer

The provider is encouraging Simone to engage with a mobile health app (mHealth) that will give her access to her health records online.

Question 2

Kenny is about to sign into his bank's website when he notices the layout looks different from the last time he was on this site. The URL begins with HTTPS, but Kenny is still not convinced this site is safe. Knowing that anyone can create a secure website that uses HTTPS, how can Kenny find the digital certificate to check that his bank actually owns this website?
A) Look for the lock icon in the address bar
B) Email the bank for a copy of the digital certificate
C) Sign in with his password and then use the site's search tool
D) Click the name of the organization next to the address bar

Accepted Answer

By clicking the name of the organization next to the address bar, Kenny can view the website's digital certificate, which will confirm that the website is actually owned by his bank. Option A is not always a reliable indicator of a secure website as some browsers do not show the lock icon. Option B is not practical as it may take too long to get a response from the bank. Option C is not relevant as searching the site will not help Kenny verify its authenticity.

Question 3

An intelligent workplace uses technology to allow workers to be productive whether they are in the office or working from home.

Accepted Answer

An intelligent workplace utilizes technology to create a flexible and efficient work environment, allowing employees to work remotely while remaining productive.

Question 4

How are delivery drivers able to meet the delivery timelines selected by customers when purchasing products?
A) They have automated vehicles
B) They use a GPS to avoid traffic delays.
C) They have self-driving trucks.
D) They use handheld computers/scanners.

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

Luis follows a lot of news sources in his industry. He subscribes to several blogs written by industry experts, and updates are sent to his Feedly account. The Feedly website collects updates like this from thousands of sources so readers can access them all from one place. What kind of website is Feedly?
A) Blog
B) Media sharing
C) Content aggregator
D) Mass media

Accepted Answer

Feedly is a content aggregator which collects updates from various sources and presents them in one place for easy access.

Question 6

What technology would a bank's website use a scramble information as it is transmitted over the Internet.
A) Digital certificate
B) Encryption
C) Password
D) HTTPS

Accepted Answer

Encryption is a technology that scrambles information as it is transmitted over the Internet, making it unreadable to unauthorized parties. Digital certificates, passwords, and HTTPS are also important security measures for a bank's website, but they do not specifically address the scrambling of information during transmission.

Question 7

Which of the following is a group that sets standards for how devices work together across the Internet?
A) W3C
B) IETF
C) ISP
D) PTI

Accepted Answer

IETF (Internet Engineering Task Force) is a group that sets standards for how devices work together across the Internet. W3C (World Wide Web Consortium) sets standards for web technologies, ISP (Internet Service Provider) provides internet access to users, and PTI (Public Technical Identifiers) is responsible for managing certain technical functions related to Internet domain names.

Question 8

Dmitri is trying to choose a URL for his new website selling custom sports netting products. He wants to use the .net TLD. Why is this a bad idea?
A) The .net TLD is used for Internet administrative organizations.
B) The .net TLD is reserved for political or not for profit groups.
C) The .biz TLD is the only one small businesses are allowed to use.
D) The .mobi TLD would ensure the website is optimized for mobile devices.

Accepted Answer

The .net TLD is traditionally used for Internet administrative organizations and can be confusing for customers looking for a business website. It is recommended to choose a TLD that is specific to the type of business and industry, such as .com for commercial businesses or .org for non-profits.

Question 9

_____ is the gap between those who have access to technology and its resources and information, especially on the Internet, and those who do not.
A) The digital divide
B) The Internet lag
C) A digital assistant
D) An intelligent divide

Accepted Answer

The term used to describe the gap in access to technology and its resources and information is called the digital divide. Choices B, C, and D are not valid terms to describe this gap.

Question 10

You work for a company that is losing sales because it takes days to manufacture products. What technology can you suggest the company use to speed production?
A) commercial virtual reality
B) telecommuting
C) computer-aided manufacturing
D) automated vehicles

Accepted Answer

Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) can help automate and streamline the production process by using computer-controlled machines to manufacture products. This technology can help reduce the amount of time it takes to manufacture products and increase the efficiency of the production process. Commercial virtual reality and telecommuting may not directly address the issue of slow production, while automated vehicles may not be relevant to the manufacturing process.

Question 11

Which of the following describes the relationship between the web and the Internet?
A) The web is separate from the Internet.
B) The Internet is part of the web.
C) The web is part of the Internet.
D) The Internet and the web are the same.

Accepted Answer

The web, or World Wide Web, is a subset of the Internet, which consists of a global infrastructure of interconnected networks that communicate using a standardized protocol. The web is a collection of interconnected documents and resources, typically accessed using web browsers, that are stored on servers and distributed over the Internet. Therefore, the web is part of the Internet, but the Internet is not limited to the web alone.

Question 12

Crissie is organizing a group of volunteers to help contribute ideas for a fundraiser event. Because the volunteers are spread across the country, she wants to set up a site where group members can contribute and modifynotes, links, and other information. Which type of site would work best for this purpose?
A) Blog
B) Search site
C) Media sharing
D) Wiki

Accepted Answer

A wiki would be the best choice for this purpose because it allows multiple users to contribute and modify content on the same platform. Users can create and edit pages, add links and other resources, and collaborate with one another in real-time. This is ideal for a group of volunteers who are spread out across the country and need a centralized location to share their ideas and work together.

Question 13

What type of app runs in a browser?
A) Mobile app
B) Web app
C) Desktop app
D) Portal app

Accepted Answer

A web app runs in a browser, whereas mobile apps and desktop apps require their respective platforms to operate. Portal apps can also run in a browser, but this term is not as commonly used as web apps.

Question 14

in http://www.example.com/articles/contact.html, what do the call the "example.com" part of the URL?
A) Pathname
B) Webpage file name
C) Server address
D) Domain name

Accepted Answer

The "example.com" part of the URL is the domain name, which identifies the website or server where the webpage is hosted.

Question 15

The local community college wants to increase its online offerings. To do so, the college will most likely need to purchase a(n) ______.
A) learning management system (LMS)
B) intelligent classroom platform
C) intelligent workplace platform
D) Ebook app

Accepted Answer

A learning management system (LMS) is the best choice for the local community college to increase its online offerings. An LMS is a software application for the administration, documentation, tracking, reporting, and delivery of educational courses, training programs, or learning and development programs. It would allow the college to offer online courses and manage the content, assessments, and interactions with students. An intelligent classroom platform and intelligent workplace platform are not applicable in this scenario, and an Ebook app would only be beneficial for offering reading materials, not for managing online learning.

Question 16

Juan is interested in getting a job in the technology field. He is interested in protecting data from threats, and stopping hackers and viruses. Which job would should Juan apply for?
A) Research and software development
B) Technical support
C) Training and support
D) Information security

Accepted Answer

Juan's interests in protecting data and stopping hackers and viruses make him a good fit for a job in information security. This field focuses on identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks and threats. Research and software development (A) may also involve some cybersecurity work, but it may not be as focused on security as information security. Technical support (B) and training and support (C) do not typically have as much involvement with cybersecurity as information security.

Question 17

You and your best friend have both created online career profiles. Within a week, your friend has had three calls for interviews and another 19 companies have viewed his profile. Your profile has had only two views. You ask your friend to review your profile and he finds a problem with it. Which of the following would be a problem for your online career profile?
A) A professional photo of you
B) A humorous profile name
C) A PDF of your resume
D) No spelling and grammar mistakes

Accepted Answer

A humorous profile name may not be taken seriously by potential employers and could hurt your chances of getting hired. A professional photo and including a PDF of your resume are both positive aspects that can improve your profile, and having no spelling and grammar mistakes is essential. However, a humorous profile name could be the issue in this scenario.

Question 18

Mario is looking for an official website where he can find information about how to file his federal income taxes. Four URLs in his search results seem interesting, though each has a different three-letter extension. Which of these TLDs most likely indicates the best website for Mario's needs?
A) .pro
B) .edu
C) .org
D) .gov

Accepted Answer

The .gov extension is reserved for government websites, indicating that the website belongs to an official government agency. This would likely be the best choice for reliable and accurate information on filing federal income taxes.

Question 19

Which part of a webpage provides a list of links to other parts of the website.
A) Logo
B) Sidebar
C) Navigation Bar
D) Body

Accepted Answer

The navigation bar typically appears at the top of a webpage and provides a list of links to other parts of the website, such as different pages, categories, or sections. The logo usually leads back to the homepage, the sidebar usually contains additional widgets or information, and the body is the main section of the webpage that displays the content.

Question 20

Your school has just been awarded a technology grant. Each grade level team has been asked to submit a proposal for how they would could use the money. Your team puts forward an idea where students can submit work online and work collaboratively with on projects. What type of classroom have you described?
A) Information classroom
B) Technology classroom
C) Mobile classroom
D) Intelligent classroom

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 7: Technology and IT: From CAM to IoT and Digital Citizenship

Simone just received a letter from her health care provider telling her she can create an account online that will give her access to all her health records. How would you describe what her provider is encouraging his patients to engage with?

An intelligent workplace uses technology to allow workers to be productive whether they are in the office or working from home.

How are delivery drivers able to meet the delivery timelines selected by customers when purchasing products?

What technology would a bank's website use a scramble information as it is transmitted over the Internet.

Which of the following is a group that sets standards for how devices work together across the Internet?

Dmitri is trying to choose a URL for his new website selling custom sports netting products. He wants to use the .net TLD. Why is this a bad idea?

_____ is the gap between those who have access to technology and its resources and information, especially on the Internet, and those who do not.

You work for a company that is losing sales because it takes days to manufacture products. What technology can you suggest the company use to speed production?

Which of the following describes the relationship between the web and the Internet?

What type of app runs in a browser?

in http://www.example.com/articles/contact.html, what do the call the "example.com" part of the URL?

The local community college wants to increase its online offerings. To do so, the college will most likely need to purchase a(n) ______.

Juan is interested in getting a job in the technology field. He is interested in protecting data from threats, and stopping hackers and viruses. Which job would should Juan apply for?

Mario is looking for an official website where he can find information about how to file his federal income taxes. Four URLs in his search results seem interesting, though each has a different three-letter extension. Which of these TLDs most likely indicates the best website for Mario's needs?

Which part of a webpage provides a list of links to other parts of the website.