Exam 4: Computing Platforms

Solid-state storage technologies provide gigabytes of storage capacity in a space no larger than a fingernail.

A popular term used to identify devices such as the iPad is _____.

The largest servers are called _____ servers.

The Internet is an example of a peer-to-peer network.

Accessing common files across multiple devices in order and allowing the devices to communicate with each other to update all copies is called sky-driving.

Mobile computing typically relies on the use of some type of battery-powered device.

Which of the following is an example of a cellular network platform?

Typical _____ computing providers deliver common software online that is accessed from another web service or browser.

Servers always contain multiple processors,sometimes numbering in the thousands.

The large tower case that houses a desktop PC's circuit boards is known as the _____.

Microsoft Internet Explorer is an example of a computing platform.

Users of iPods and iPhones are well acquainted with the process of _____ files.

Embedded systems can be found in all of the following EXCEPT _____.

One thing to consider when choosing a mobile device is _____.

Information stored in the "cloud" is accessible at any time,with or without an Internet connection.

Cloud computing is not possible without _____.

The primary purpose of a mobile computing device is to store personal information on the go.

A _____ is an example of a computer assigned to a special task.

A _____ provides content that is accessible on the World Wide Web.

The _____ computer platform provides a lot of computing power,such as for gaming,at a single location.