Question 1

A ____ is an erasable optical disc you can write on multiple times.
A) USB disc
B) CD-R (compact disc-recordable)
C) BD-ROM (Blu-ray)
D) CD-RW (compact disc-rewriteable)

Accepted Answer

CD-RW (compact disc-rewriteable) is an erasable optical disc that can be written on multiple times. The other options listed (USB disc, CD-R, BD-ROM) are not erasable and can only be written on once or with limited rewriting capabilities.

Question 2

____ computers are a good option if you work mostly in one place and have plenty of space in your work area.
A) Tablet PC
B) Notebook
C) Personal mobile
D) Desktop

Accepted Answer

Desktop computers are the best option if you have a fixed work area and don't need to move the computer around frequently. They provide better performance, larger screens, and more storage capacity compared to other options.

Question 3

The lightest notebook computers, which weigh less than 3 pounds, are equipped with a(n) ____-inch display.
A) 8
B) 12.1
C) 13.5
D) 14.9

Accepted Answer

The option B, 12.1 inches, is typically found on the lightest notebook computers weighing less than 3 pounds. The other options are not typically associated with the lightest notebook computers.

Question 4

Which of the following are units within the central processing unit?
A) control
B) disk
C) RAM
D) arithmetic/logic

Accepted Answer

Control and arithmetic/logic are units within the central processing unit (CPU). The control unit manages instructions and data flow within the CPU, while the arithmetic/logic unit performs calculations and logical operations. Disk and RAM are not units within the CPU.

Question 5

A(n) ____________________ is an online community that encourages members to share their interests, ideas, stories, photos, music, and videos with other registered users.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________________ is an online community that...

Question 6

____________________ computing involves reducing the electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using a computer.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ computing involves reducing the electricity consumed...

Question 7

A(n) ____ is system software.
A) spreadsheet program
B) operating system
C) word processing program
D) presentation graphics program

Accepted Answer

Operating systems are considered to be system software, as they serve as the foundation for other software programs to run on a computer. Spreadsheet programs, word processing programs, and presentation graphics programs are all application software.

Question 8

A ____ is a program that hides in a computer and allows someone from a remote location to take full control of the computer.
A) virus
B) Trojan horse
C) worm
D) rootkit

Accepted Answer

A rootkit is a type of malware that is designed to hide its presence on a computer and provide someone with remote access to control the computer without the user's knowledge. A virus, Trojan horse, and worm are different types of malware that can cause harm to a computer and its data but do not necessarily provide remote control to a third party.

Question 9

Plan to buy a computer that will last you for ____ year(s).
A) one
B) two to three
C) three to five
D) five to ten

Accepted Answer

The answer of Plan to buy a computer that will...

Question 10

Which of the following is a unit of measuring the amount of memory in a computer?
A) LB
B) MB
C) SB
D) GB

Accepted Answer

LB and SB are not units of measuring memory in a computer. MB stands for megabyte and GB stands for gigabyte, both of which are commonly used to measure the amount of memory in a computer.

Question 11

A(n) ____________________ program allows a user to perform maintenance-type tasks usually related to managing a computer, its devices, or its programs.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________________ program allows a user to...

Question 12

If you spend a lot of time attending lectures or meetings, then the slate ____ is ideal.
A) mobile device
B) desktop
C) notebook
D) Tablet PC

Accepted Answer

The Tablet PC is the best choice for attending lectures or meetings as it is portable and easy to use while on the move. It allows for note-taking and accessing documents, making it a versatile device for these purposes.

Question 13

A URL consists of a ____, a domain name, sometimes the path to a specific Web page or location in a Web page, and the Web page name.
A) protocol
B) format
C) storage
D) B2C

Accepted Answer

A URL consists of a protocol, which specifies the method used to access the website or webpage, a domain name, which identifies the server hosting the website or webpage, sometimes a path to a specific location within the website or webpage, and the name of the specific webpage.

Question 14

A(n) ____________________ device is a hardware component that enables a computer to send (transmit) and receive data, instructions, and information to and from one or more computers.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________________ device is a hardware component...

Question 15

Which of the following are types of built-in wireless network connections?
A) Bluetooth
B) ISP
C) WiMAX
D) Blu-ray

Accepted Answer

Bluetooth and WiMAX are both types of built-in wireless network connections. Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology that is used to connect devices such as smartphones, laptops, and printers. WiMAX is a long-range wireless technology that is used to provide broadband internet access.

Question 16

Which of the following is a cloud storage provider?
A) Box.net
B) Google Docs
C) nytimes.com
D) YouTube

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is a cloud...

Question 17

The term ____________________ is used to describe an electronic device, operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory, that can accept data, process the data according to specified rules, produce results, and store the results for future use.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The term ____________________ is used to describe...

Question 18

A ____ is a duplicate of a file, program, or disk that you can use in case the original is lost, damaged, or destroyed.
A) platter
B) track
C) backup
D) head crash

Accepted Answer

A backup is a copy of a file, program, or disk that is created as a precautionary measure in case the original is lost, damaged, or destroyed.

Question 19

Which of the following are types of flash memory cards?
A) CompactFlash
B) Memory Stick
C) Sandisk
D) Secure Digital

Accepted Answer

CompactFlash, Memory Stick, and Secure Digital are all types of flash memory cards commonly used in various electronic devices, such as digital cameras and smartphones. Sandisk is a brand that produces various types of flash memory cards, but it is not a specific type of card itself.

Question 20

Which kind of monitor uses a liquid crystal display to produce images on the screen?
A) LCD
B) CRT
C) PDA
D) stylus

Accepted Answer

LCD monitors use a liquid crystal display to produce images on the screen, while CRT monitors use cathode ray tubes. PDAs and stylus are not types of monitors.

Quiz 1: Introduction to Computers

A ____ is an erasable optical disc you can write on multiple times.

____ computers are a good option if you work mostly in one place and have plenty of space in your work area.

The lightest notebook computers, which weigh less than 3 pounds, are equipped with a(n) ____-inch display.

Which of the following are units within the central processing unit?

A(n) ____________________ is an online community that encourages members to share their interests, ideas, stories, photos, music, and videos with other registered users.

____________________ computing involves reducing the electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using a computer.

A(n) ____ is system software.

A ____ is a program that hides in a computer and allows someone from a remote location to take full control of the computer.

Plan to buy a computer that will last you for ____ year(s) .

Which of the following is a unit of measuring the amount of memory in a computer?

A(n) ____________________ program allows a user to perform maintenance-type tasks usually related to managing a computer, its devices, or its programs.

If you spend a lot of time attending lectures or meetings, then the slate ____ is ideal.

A URL consists of a ____, a domain name, sometimes the path to a specific Web page or location in a Web page, and the Web page name.

A(n) ____________________ device is a hardware component that enables a computer to send (transmit) and receive data, instructions, and information to and from one or more computers.

Which of the following are types of built-in wireless network connections?

Which of the following is a cloud storage provider?

The term ____________________ is used to describe an electronic device, operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory, that can accept data, process the data according to specified rules, produce results, and store the results for future use.

A ____ is a duplicate of a file, program, or disk that you can use in case the original is lost, damaged, or destroyed.

Which of the following are types of flash memory cards?

Which kind of monitor uses a liquid crystal display to produce images on the screen?