Question 1

A(n)____ backup makes a copy of only those files that were added or changed since your last backup.
A) incremental
B) differential
C) parity
D) incomplete

Accepted Answer

An incremental backup makes a copy of only the files that have been added or modified since the last backup of any type (full or incremental). This type of backup is faster and requires less storage space than a full backup because only the changes since the last backup are saved. Therefore, it is considered the best choice for daily backups.

Question 2

Originally,computers had a(n)____________________ interface that required users to type memorized commands to run programs and accomplish tasks.

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

Tom and Andy are discussing file storage. They are working on a major project and want to be sure they can store their files in a way so they can easily be found and shared with others.
-Tom asked Andy if he converts a file,will it be identical to the original? Andy should tell him ____.
A) no
B) sometimes
C) yes
D) yes,but you can't convert it back

Accepted Answer

The file may sometimes be identical after conversion, depending on the file types and conversion process used. Some conversions may result in loss of data or quality.

Question 4

Activities competing for the attention of your computer's microprocessor are called ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Activities competing for the attention of your...

Question 5

Cindy is trying to understand operating systems. You tell her you just took an OS course and you will be glad to answer any of her questions.
-Cindy wants to know how a computer can run more than one program at a time.You explain to her that the operating system allocates specific areas of memory for each program.This memory is called ____.
A) RAM
B) ROM
C) virtual
D) buffered

Accepted Answer

RAM (Random Access Memory) is the type of memory that the operating system allocates to programs to allow them to run simultaneously.

Question 6

Cindy is trying to understand operating systems. You tell her you just took an OS course and you will be glad to answer any of her questions.
-Cindy wants to know where the kernel is stored.You tell her that it stays in ____ all the time your computer is on.
A) RAM
B) ROM
C) boot mode
D) restore mode

Accepted Answer

The kernel is stored in RAM (Random Access Memory) while the computer is on, as it needs to be quickly accessible for the operating system to manage hardware and execute processes.

Question 7

A(n)____ backup contains any files that were added or changed since the last full backup.
A) incremental
B) differential
C) parity
D) incomplete

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)____ backup contains any files that were...

Question 8

In the context of a computer system,the term that refers to any component that is required to perform work is a(n)____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the context of a computer system,the...

Question 9

Tom and Andy are discussing file storage. They are working on a major project and want to be sure they can store their files in a way so they can easily be found and shared with others.
-Andy sent Tom a picture file as a JPEG.Tom wants to convert it to a GIF.To do that,Tom should ____.
A) he can't do that
B) ask Andy to resend it in the correct format
C) open it in Paint and convert it
D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Tom can open the JPEG file in Paint software and convert it to a GIF format. This can be done by using the "Save As" function and selecting the GIF file format. Option A is incorrect as it is not true, and option B is unnecessary as Tom can convert the file himself. Option D is also incorrect as the correct answer is C.

Question 10

Charlie is worried about something happening to his data. He uses it all the time in his business, and if something were to happen to it, he might lose his business. He has come to you for some answers on how to secure his data files and protect this resource.
-Charlie wants to know where he should keep his backups.You tell him the most secure storage location is ____.
A) in a password-protected partition on his hard drive
B) in a different location from where his computer resides
C) in the computer room where it can easily be found
D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Storing backups in a different location from where the computer resides is the most secure option because it protects against physical damage or theft of the computer and the backups. A password-protected partition on the hard drive may not protect against hardware failure or theft. Storing backups in the same computer room where they can easily be found is also risky because disasters like fires or floods can damage both the computer and the backups. Therefore, the most secure option is to store backups in a different location.

Question 11

A(n)____ disk is a bootable CD,DVD,or other media that contains a complete copy of your computer's hard disk as it existed when the computer was new.
A) boot
B) recovery
C) OS
D) complete

Accepted Answer

A recovery disk is a disk that contains a copy of your computer's hard disk as it existed when it was new, and it is used to restore your computer to its original state in case of system failure or other issues. A boot disk (choice A) is a disk that is used to boot or start up a computer, while an OS disk (choice C) is a disk that contains an operating system such as Windows or Mac OS. Choice D, "complete" disk, is not a commonly used term in this context.

Question 12

Tom and Andy are discussing file storage. They are working on a major project and want to be sure they can store their files in a way so they can easily be found and shared with others.
-Tom sends Andy an email attachment named OurProject.tif.Andy tries to open the attachment but can't.His problem may be that ____.
A) the file is corrupted
B) he doesn't have the correct software
C) someone changed the file extension
D) any of the above

Accepted Answer

Andy's problem could be due to any of the reasons: the file might be corrupted, he might not have the correct software to open a .tif file, or the file extension might have been changed.

Question 13

The type of system software that acts as the master controller for all activities that take place within a computer system is a(n)____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The type of system software that acts...

Question 14

Tom and Andy are discussing file storage. They are working on a major project and want to be sure they can store their files in a way so they can easily be found and shared with others.
-Tom and Andy both have Microsoft Word.It would be best to store their files in its native format with an extension of ____.
A) docx
B) txt
C) rtf
D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

Storing files in its native format ensures that all the formatting and features are preserved. Microsoft Word's native format is .docx.

Question 15

Cindy is trying to understand operating systems. You tell her you just took an OS course and you will be glad to answer any of her questions.
-You tell Cindy that the type of operating system that expects to deal with one set of input devices is a ____ operating system.
A) single-user
B) single-input
C) single-processor
D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

A single-user operating system expects to deal with one set of input devices as it is designed to be used by only one user at a time. It manages resources and performs tasks for that user only.

Question 16

One file storage metaphor that is based on a hierarchical diagram is sometimes referred to as a ____ structure.
A) visual
B) file
C) logical
D) tree

Accepted Answer

The hierarchical diagram file storage metaphor is commonly referred to as a tree structure, as it resembles a tree with branches and sub-branches. It is a logical way of organizing files and directories into a parent-child relationship, where each node on the tree represents a directory or file, and the branches represent the relationship between different levels of the hierarchy.

Question 17

Charlie is worried about something happening to his data. He uses it all the time in his business, and if something were to happen to it, he might lose his business. He has come to you for some answers on how to secure his data files and protect this resource.
-Charlie wants to know what the term is for making a copy of all his files.Charlie has a Windows machine.You tell him the correct term is ____.
A) full system backup
B) full system copy
C) differential backup
D) Time Machine

Accepted Answer

The term for making a copy of all files is a full system backup. This will create a complete copy of all the data in the system, including software, applications, and settings. It is a comprehensive way of ensuring that all data is safe and can be recovered in case of an attack or failure. "Differential backup" is a type of backup that only backs up changes since the last full backup and "Time Machine" is an Apple backup solution that is not available on a Windows machine.

Question 18

The combination of hardware and software that helps people and computers communicate with each other is a user ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The combination of hardware and software that...

Question 19

A disk ____ is a bit-by-bit copy of the data from all sectors of a disk.
A) copy
B) full backup
C) image
D) management

Accepted Answer

A disk image is a complete copy of the contents of a disk, including all sectors and system files. It is used for backup and disk cloning purposes, and allows for easy restoration of the disk in case of system failure or data loss. A full backup is a similar concept, but may be limited to specific files or folders rather than the entire disk. A copy and management are too broad and do not specifically refer to a complete disk copy.

Question 20

Charlie is worried about something happening to his data. He uses it all the time in his business, and if something were to happen to it, he might lose his business. He has come to you for some answers on how to secure his data files and protect this resource.
-Which of the following is NOT a true statement you can make to Charlie?
A) A backup service might close down without giving much notice to its users.
B) Remote data is more prone to snooping by employees.
C) Even if you lose your encryption key,you can still access and use encrypted data.
D) Use an additional backup location for your really important files.

Accepted Answer

Losing your encryption key means you will not be able to access or use encrypted data. It is recommended to keep the encryption key in a safe and secure location to avoid losing it.

Quiz 4: Operating Systems and File Management

A(n) ____ backup makes a copy of only those files that were added or changed since your last backup.

Originally,computers had a(n)____________________ interface that required users to type memorized commands to run programs and accomplish tasks.

Tom and Andy are discussing file storage. They are working on a major project and want to be sure they can store their files in a way so they can easily be found and shared with others. -Tom asked Andy if he converts a file,will it be identical to the original? Andy should tell him ____.

Activities competing for the attention of your computer's microprocessor are called ____________________.

Cindy is trying to understand operating systems. You tell her you just took an OS course and you will be glad to answer any of her questions. -Cindy wants to know where the kernel is stored.You tell her that it stays in ____ all the time your computer is on.

A(n) ____ backup contains any files that were added or changed since the last full backup.

In the context of a computer system,the term that refers to any component that is required to perform work is a(n)____________________.

Tom and Andy are discussing file storage. They are working on a major project and want to be sure they can store their files in a way so they can easily be found and shared with others. -Andy sent Tom a picture file as a JPEG.Tom wants to convert it to a GIF.To do that,Tom should ____.

A(n) ____ disk is a bootable CD,DVD,or other media that contains a complete copy of your computer's hard disk as it existed when the computer was new.

The type of system software that acts as the master controller for all activities that take place within a computer system is a(n)____________________.

Cindy is trying to understand operating systems. You tell her you just took an OS course and you will be glad to answer any of her questions. -You tell Cindy that the type of operating system that expects to deal with one set of input devices is a ____ operating system.

One file storage metaphor that is based on a hierarchical diagram is sometimes referred to as a ____ structure.

The combination of hardware and software that helps people and computers communicate with each other is a user ____________________.

A disk ____ is a bit-by-bit copy of the data from all sectors of a disk.