Question 1

____ is a widely used, short-range communication technology that uses low energy, high speed signals

Accepted Answer

A)  Bluetooth 
B)  USB 
C)  Infrared 
D)  RF 
A)  Bluetooth 
B)  USB 
C)  Infrared 
D)  RF

Question 2

____ are short number sequences, kept secret and frequently used by banks, used to access accounts.

Accepted Answer

A)  Usernames 
B)  Passwords 
C)  Bytes 
D)  PINs 
A)  Usernames 
B)  Passwords 
C)  Bytes 
D)  PINs

Question 3

If you boot up your computer and it doesn't get past the startup screen, the problem might be with the hard drive.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Many companies require ____ to ensure privacy by preventing bystanders from viewing display contents.

Accepted Answer

A)  screen filters 
B)  LoJack for Laptops 
C)  personal identification numbers 
D)  firewalls 
A)  screen filters 
B)  LoJack for Laptops 
C)  personal identification numbers 
D)  firewalls

Question 5

A ____ is a software program that works to connect and control devices attached to your computer so they can communicate and work together.

Accepted Answer

A)  disk optimization utility 
B)  virtual memory utility 
C)  device driver 
D)  firewall 
A)  disk optimization utility 
B)  virtual memory utility 
C)  device driver 
D)  firewall

Question 6

You can store your documents, pictures, videos, and music using cloud computing technologies such as ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  Bluetooth 
B)  CNET 
C)  DropBox 
D)  Chrome 
A)  Bluetooth 
B)  CNET 
C)  DropBox 
D)  Chrome

Question 7

____ hard drives, mostly found in older desktop computers, are fragile and susceptible to damage.

Accepted Answer

A)  Magnetic 
B)  Solid state 
C)  Optical 
D)  Convertible 
A)  Magnetic 
B)  Solid state 
C)  Optical 
D)  Convertible

Question 8

You need to ____ wireless devices that use Bluetooth technology in order for them to communicate.

Accepted Answer

A)  pair 
B)  bridge 
C)  connect 
D)  sync 
A)  pair 
B)  bridge 
C)  connect 
D)  sync

Question 9

When cleaning a computer screen, you can use a 50/50 solution of water and ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  dish soap 
B)  baking soda 
C)  ammonia 
D)  alcohol 
A)  dish soap 
B)  baking soda 
C)  ammonia 
D)  alcohol

Question 10

The ____ coordinates the functions of various hardware components and determines the types and brands of application software you can use.

Accepted Answer

A)  virtual memory 
B)  device driver 
C)  platform 
D)  form factor 
A)  virtual memory 
B)  device driver 
C)  platform 
D)  form factor

Question 11

Adware poses a security risk because it can track and steal your personal information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

____ programs show you unsolicited advertisements and banners or pop-up windows.

Accepted Answer

A)  Firewall 
B)  Cloudware 
C)  Spyware 
D)  Adware 
A)  Firewall 
B)  Cloudware 
C)  Spyware 
D)  Adware

Question 13

Storage capacity is measured in ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  meters 
B)  volts 
C)  bytes 
D)  hertz 
A)  meters 
B)  volts 
C)  bytes 
D)  hertz

Question 14

Often, the data on a computer is worth more than the computer itself.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Computers with the Intel i7 processors are best for gamers and heavy technical users.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Match between columns
                        Premises: Small and portable; includes phone and text capabilities often through cellular service and Wi-Fi connections
Less expensive than a comparable laptop; can be powerful; often used by businesses
Internal system components and electronics are integrated into the back of the monitor, so the computer is one unit
Light and portable; most can run using battery power for hours; can feature standard to high-end performance; uses built-in webcam and solid state drives; weighs from 2 to 8 pounds
Smaller and cheaper than laptop computers; can be laid flat, and most fit easily into a purse or backpack; useful for online applications

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Mobile device and Tablet and Desktop and is...

Question 17

You can use a personal storage device, such as ____ , to back up your files.

Accepted Answer

A)  DVDs 
B)  cloud drives 
C)  firewalls 
D)  tablets 
A)  DVDs 
B)  cloud drives 
C)  firewalls 
D)  tablets

Question 18

Do not leave your phone in a hot car because the ____ can overheat and possibly explode.

Accepted Answer

A)  mobile battery 
B)  GPS 
C)  display 
D)  uninterrupted power supply 
A)  mobile battery 
B)  GPS 
C)  display 
D)  uninterrupted power supply

Question 19

When a program needs more RAM than is currently available on the computer, it calls on the hard drive to create ____ memory.

Accepted Answer

A)  convertible 
B)  backup 
C)  virtual 
D)  flash 
A)  convertible 
B)  backup 
C)  virtual 
D)  flash

Question 20

____ automatically protects all of the data on your computer.

Accepted Answer

A)  Virtual memory 
B)  Optical storage 
C)  A firewall 
D)  Full disk encryption 
A)  Virtual memory 
B)  Optical storage 
C)  A firewall 
D)  Full disk encryption

____ is a widely used, short-range communication technology that uses low energy, high speed signals

____ are short number sequences, kept secret and frequently used by banks, used to access accounts.

If you boot up your computer and it doesn't get past the startup screen, the problem might be with the hard drive.

Many companies require ____ to ensure privacy by preventing bystanders from viewing display contents.

A ____ is a software program that works to connect and control devices attached to your computer so they can communicate and work together.

You can store your documents, pictures, videos, and music using cloud computing technologies such as ____.

____ hard drives, mostly found in older desktop computers, are fragile and susceptible to damage.

You need to ____ wireless devices that use Bluetooth technology in order for them to communicate.

When cleaning a computer screen, you can use a 50/50 solution of water and ____.

The ____ coordinates the functions of various hardware components and determines the types and brands of application software you can use.

Adware poses a security risk because it can track and steal your personal information.

____ programs show you unsolicited advertisements and banners or pop-up windows.

Storage capacity is measured in ____.

Often, the data on a computer is worth more than the computer itself.

Computers with the Intel i7 processors are best for gamers and heavy technical users.

You can use a personal storage device, such as ____ , to back up your files.

Do not leave your phone in a hot car because the ____ can overheat and possibly explode.

When a program needs more RAM than is currently available on the computer, it calls on the hard drive to create ____ memory.

____ automatically protects all of the data on your computer.

Introduction to Computer Hardware

Introduction to Software and Apps

System Software

Application Software

The Web

The Connected Computer

Safety and Security

Communication

Information Literacy

Introduction to Media

A Changing World

Filters

Exam 6: Purchasing and Maintaining a Computer

____ is a widely used, short-range communication technology that uses low energy, high speed signals

____ are short number sequences, kept secret and frequently used by banks, used to access accounts.

If you boot up your computer and it doesn't get past the startup screen, the problem might be with the hard drive.

Many companies require ____ to ensure privacy by preventing bystanders from viewing display contents.

A ____ is a software program that works to connect and control devices attached to your computer so they can communicate and work together.

You can store your documents, pictures, videos, and music using cloud computing technologies such as ____.

____ hard drives, mostly found in older desktop computers, are fragile and susceptible to damage.

You need to ____ wireless devices that use Bluetooth technology in order for them to communicate.

When cleaning a computer screen, you can use a 50/50 solution of water and ____.

The ____ coordinates the functions of various hardware components and determines the types and brands of application software you can use.

Adware poses a security risk because it can track and steal your personal information.

____ programs show you unsolicited advertisements and banners or pop-up windows.

Storage capacity is measured in ____.

Often, the data on a computer is worth more than the computer itself.

Computers with the Intel i7 processors are best for gamers and heavy technical users.

You can use a personal storage device, such as ____ , to back up your files.

Do not leave your phone in a hot car because the ____ can overheat and possibly explode.

When a program needs more RAM than is currently available on the computer, it calls on the hard drive to create ____ memory.

____ automatically protects all of the data on your computer.

Introduction to Computer Hardware

Introduction to Software and Apps

System Software

Application Software

The Web

The Connected Computer

Safety and Security

Communication

Information Literacy

Introduction to Media

A Changing World

Filters