Question 1

One of the advantages of Google's acquisition of Motorola Mobility is that it gives Google ownership of ____.
A)IBM
B)17,500 domain names
C)17,500 patents
D)Verizon

Accepted Answer

Google's acquisition of Motorola Mobility gave them ownership of 17,500 patents, which has helped strengthen their intellectual property portfolio and competitive position in the technology industry.

Question 2

____ is a specialized agency of the United Nations and attempts to resolve international commercial disputes about intellectual property between private parties.
A)WIPO
B)DRM
C)OLPC
D)USPTO

Accepted Answer

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that aims to promote and protect intellectual property worldwide. WIPO provides a range of services, including dispute resolution for international commercial disputes about intellectual property between private parties. Therefore, option A is the correct answer. DRM (Digital Rights Management) refers to a set of technologies and methods used to control access to digital content, while OLPC (One Laptop per Child) is a non-profit organization that provides low-cost laptops to children in developing countries. USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) is a federal agency that grants patents and registers trademarks in the United States.

Question 3

An emotional health concern related to computer use is ____.
A)CTS
B)CVS
C)addiction to the Internet or another technology
D)sore or stiff neck

Accepted Answer

Addiction to the Internet, social media or other technology can negatively impact emotional well-being, leading to feelings of isolation, anxiety, depression and decreased self-esteem.

Question 4

Repetitive stress injuries and other injuries related to the workplace environment are estimated to account for ____ of all serious workplace injuries.
A)one-fifth
B)one-fourth
C)one-third
D)one-half

Accepted Answer

According to research, repetitive stress injuries and other injuries related to the workplace environment are estimated to account for one-third of all serious workplace injuries.

Question 5

In addition to being annoying and a waste of time,____ bog(s)down e-mail systems and clog users' Inboxes.
A)computer worms
B)Trojan horses
C)e-mail hoaxes
D)digital manipulation

Accepted Answer

E-mail hoaxes are known for propagating false information or misleading claims through e-mails, which can cause panic and confusion among recipients. These hoaxes can also be forwarded multiple times, leading to a flood of unnecessary e-mails that can bog down e-mail systems and clog users' Inboxes. Computer worms and Trojan horses are also known for causing damage to computer systems but they do not necessarily result in a flood of e-mails in Inboxes. Digital manipulation is a broad term that does not specifically refer to e-mail-related issues.

Question 6

To prevent individuals from making unauthorized copies of feature films purchased on DVDs or downloaded via the Internet,many of these items contain copy protection or some other form of ____.
A)DRM
B)AACSB
C)patents
D)RSI

Accepted Answer

DRM (Digital Rights Management) is a technology used to prevent unauthorized copying and distribution of digital content such as music, movies, and software. It is commonly used in DVDs and digital downloads to protect copyrighted content from piracy. AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) is an accreditation organization for business schools, patents protect inventions, and RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury) is a medical condition related to using computers and other repetitive tasks. None of these are related to copy protection for feature films.

Question 7

-The accompanying figure shows a ____.
A)document holder
B)trackball
C)keyboard drawer
D)mouse stand

Accepted Answer

The answer of 
-The accompanying figure shows a ____.
A)document holder
B)trackball
C)keyboard...

Question 8

Adding to the problem of unethical ____ is the use of digital cameras today,which eliminate the photo negatives that could be used with film cameras to show what photographs actually looked like at the time they were taken.
A)cybersquatting
B)digital counterfeiting
C)identity theft
D)digital manipulation

Accepted Answer

Digital manipulation allows for unethical editing or altering of photographs without leaving behind physical evidence like negatives.

Question 9

A teacher sharing a poem with a class,leading the class to believe the poem was his original work constitutes ____.
A)bad manners
B)plagiarism
C)trademark theft
D)patent infringement

Accepted Answer

Sharing someone else's work as your own is considered plagiarism, which is unethical and unacceptable in academic and creative circles.

Question 10

Antiglare screens are sometimes called ____.
A)privacy filters
B)eye protectors
C)monitor filters
D)protection goggles

Accepted Answer

The answer of Antiglare screens are sometimes called ____.
A)privacy filters
B)eye...

Question 11

Heavy use of computers,combined with information overload and 24/7 accessibility via technology,can lead to ____-a state of fatigue or frustration brought about by overwork.
A)burnout
B)CTS
C)CVS
D)RSI

Accepted Answer

The given description matches the symptoms of burnout, which is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress and overwork. CTS (Carpal Tunnel Syndrome), CVS (Computer Vision Syndrome), and RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury) are physical conditions caused by excessive use of computers but do not necessarily relate to information overload or 24/7 accessibility.

Question 12

To catch people who are sharing movies illegally on the Internet,the MPAA uses special software that monitors file sharing networks to find copyrighted movies and then identifies the responsible individual by using the ____ of the computer being used to share the movie.
A)IP address
B)broadcast flag
C)RAM
D)serial port

Accepted Answer

The MPAA uses special software to monitor file-sharing networks to find copyrighted movies being shared illegally. Once the software identifies a movie being shared illegally, it uses the IP address of the computer being used to share the movie to identify the responsible individual. This is because every computer connected to the Internet has a unique IP (Internet Protocol) address, which can be used to track its activities.

Question 13

While a keyboard,mouse,monitor,and printer can be connected to a portable computer directly,a ____ is a device designed to more easily connect a portable computer to peripheral devices.
A)notebook holder
B)laptop station
C)notebook stand
D)docking station

Accepted Answer

A docking station is specifically designed to more easily connect a portable computer to peripheral devices. While notebook holders or stands may provide some support for the laptop, they do not offer the range of connectivity options that a docking station does. A laptop station is also not a commonly used term for this type of device.

Question 14

A ____ is a policy,often for a school or business,that specifies allowable use of resources such as computers and other equipment.
A)code of security
B)code of conduct
C)privacy policy
D)piracy policy

Accepted Answer

A code of conduct is a policy that outlines expected behavior and acceptable use of resources, such as computers and other equipment, within an organization or institution. It helps to ensure that users are aware of their responsibilities and helps to prevent misuse or abuse of resources. A code of security may relate more to protecting sensitive information or data, and a privacy policy may relate more to the collection and use of personal information. A piracy policy may address issues related to unauthorized use or copying of copyrighted materials.

Question 15

In reaction to scandals,Congress passed the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002,which includes provisions to require ____ to personally vouch for the truth and fairness of their company's disclosures.
A)CEOs and CIOs
B)CEOs and CFOs
C)SOAs and DRMs
D)CCVs and DRMs

Accepted Answer

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 requires CEOs (Chief Executive Officers) and CFOs (Chief Financial Officers) to personally vouch for the truth and fairness of their company's disclosures. This provision is known as the certification requirement and is meant to ensure accountability and transparency in financial reporting.

Question 16

In addition to being a copyright concern,____ can be used to misquote individuals,repeat comments out of context,retouch photographs-even create false or misleading photographs.
A)digital counterfeiting
B)identity theft
C)plagiarism
D)digital manipulation

Accepted Answer

Digital manipulation refers to the alteration or modification of digital media using software tools. It can be used to change the content of an image, video, or audio so it no longer reflects reality. This can be done for a variety of reasons, such as to misquote someone, create false information or manipulate a photo to look different from the reality.

Question 17

Ethical decisions need to be made whenever a business practice or product is legal or socially acceptable in one country,but not another.One example is ____.
A)copyright law
B)religion
C)vaporware
D)corporate missions

Accepted Answer

The answer of Ethical decisions need to be made whenever...

Question 18

A ____ protects inventions by granting exclusive rights of an invention to its inventor for a period of 20 years.
A)trademark
B)watermark
C)patent
D)copyright

Accepted Answer

A patent is a legal document that protects an invention by granting exclusive rights to its inventor for a period of 20 years. This means that no one else can make, use, or sell the invention without the inventor's permission. Patents are commonly used in fields such as technology, medicine, and engineering to protect new inventions and prevent others from stealing or copying them.

Question 19

A condition known as ____ has been linked to the repetitive finger movements made when using a keyboard.
A)ergonomics
B)carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)
C)burnout
D)computer hand syndrome (CHS)

Accepted Answer

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) has been linked to repetitive finger movements, which are commonly made when typing on a keyboard. Ergonomics is a general term for designing workspaces to reduce strain on the body, burnout refers to work-related exhaustion, and computer hand syndrome (CHS) is not a recognized medical condition.

Question 20

To prevent sore or stiff neck,____.
A)use a footrest,if needed,to keep your feet flat on the floor
B)cover windows or adjust lighting to eliminate glare
C)rest and gently stretch your fingers and arms every 15 minutes or so
D)place the monitor directly in front of you

Accepted Answer

Placing the monitor directly in front of you can help prevent sore or stiff neck, as it eliminates the need to turn your head constantly. Using a footrest, adjusting lighting, and stretching your fingers and arms can also help with overall comfort, but do not specifically target neck pain.

Quiz 16: Intellectual Property Rights, Ethics, Health, Access, and the Environment

One of the advantages of Google's acquisition of Motorola Mobility is that it gives Google ownership of ____.

____ is a specialized agency of the United Nations and attempts to resolve international commercial disputes about intellectual property between private parties.

An emotional health concern related to computer use is ____.

Repetitive stress injuries and other injuries related to the workplace environment are estimated to account for ____ of all serious workplace injuries.

In addition to being annoying and a waste of time,____ bog(s) down e-mail systems and clog users' Inboxes.

To prevent individuals from making unauthorized copies of feature films purchased on DVDs or downloaded via the Internet,many of these items contain copy protection or some other form of ____.

-The accompanying figure shows a ____.

Adding to the problem of unethical ____ is the use of digital cameras today,which eliminate the photo negatives that could be used with film cameras to show what photographs actually looked like at the time they were taken.

A teacher sharing a poem with a class,leading the class to believe the poem was his original work constitutes ____.

Antiglare screens are sometimes called ____.

Heavy use of computers,combined with information overload and 24/7 accessibility via technology,can lead to ____-a state of fatigue or frustration brought about by overwork.

To catch people who are sharing movies illegally on the Internet,the MPAA uses special software that monitors file sharing networks to find copyrighted movies and then identifies the responsible individual by using the ____ of the computer being used to share the movie.

While a keyboard,mouse,monitor,and printer can be connected to a portable computer directly,a ____ is a device designed to more easily connect a portable computer to peripheral devices.

A ____ is a policy,often for a school or business,that specifies allowable use of resources such as computers and other equipment.

In reaction to scandals,Congress passed the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002,which includes provisions to require ____ to personally vouch for the truth and fairness of their company's disclosures.

In addition to being a copyright concern,____ can be used to misquote individuals,repeat comments out of context,retouch photographs-even create false or misleading photographs.

Ethical decisions need to be made whenever a business practice or product is legal or socially acceptable in one country,but not another.One example is ____.

A ____ protects inventions by granting exclusive rights of an invention to its inventor for a period of 20 years.

A condition known as ____ has been linked to the repetitive finger movements made when using a keyboard.

To prevent sore or stiff neck,____.