Exam 9: The Computer Industry: History, careers, and Ethics

Confidentiality is the obligation not to disclose willingly any information that should be kept private._________________________

In IT,job titles are standardized.

A(n)LCD generates x-rays which are considered harmful._________________________

Computers characterized by their use of vacuum tubes are considered ____-generation.

MATCHING Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition. -A person who plans,installs,and maintains one or more local area networks

To get maximum exposure for your resume in an online job database,you should focus on ____.

MATCHING Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition. -A person who analyzes a computer's vulnerabilities and threats

Careers in computer ____ focus on the design of computer hardware.

Careers in computer ____ focus on computer architecture and programming computers to make them work effectively and efficiently.

MATCHING Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition. -Creates computer software including applications,operating systems,and programming languages

A(n)____________________ tool is a software program that performs broad-based Web searches,such as searching more than one job database at a time.

The study of safe and efficient working environments is ____________________.

The first IBM PCs used ____ as an operating system.

Computer hardware and software are sold through outlets called marketing ____________________.

The first mass-produced mechanical calculator was the ____.

John is considering getting a college degree in the IT field. He is confused about which degree he needs. Connie said she would help him by offering some guidance. -John is interested in advancement opportunities when he graduates.Connie should advise him that it would be best to get at least a(n)____ degree.

Factors affecting the success of the IT industry include: ____.

____________________ languages,such as COBOL and Fortran,were available for use on second-generation computers and remain in use today.

The first electronic computer to use vacuum tubes instead of switches was the ____.

-Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition whose effects are made worse by keyboard use.The accompanying figure represents a hand.Box B indicates the ____.