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Final Exam

Multiple ChoiceIdentify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.

____ 1. Computer ____ entails having the knowledge and understanding of computers and their uses.a. literacy c. legitimacyb. intimacy d. infancy

____ 2. A(n) ____ is an electronic device, operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory, that can accept data, process the data according to specified rules, produce results, and store the results for future use.a. input device c. output deviceb. computer d. both a and c

____ 3. A(n) ____ device is any hardware component that allows you to enter data and instructions into a computer.a. output c. inputb. communications d. terminal

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____ 4. A computer keeps data, instructions, and information on ____ media such as USB flash drives, CDs, DVDs, memory cards, and hard disks like the one shown in the accompanying figure.a. storage c. communicationsb. input d. output

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____ 5. A(n) ____ is a collection of computers and devices connected together as shown in the accompanying figure via communications devices and transmission media.a. client base c. networkb. baseline d. server farm

____ 6. Networks, such as that pictured in the accompanying figure, allow computers to share ____, such as hardware, software, data, and information.a. resources c. linksb. systems d. media

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____ 7. A(n) ____ like the one in the accompanying figure controls access to the hardware, software, and other resources on a network and also provides a centralized storage area for programs, data, and information.a. server c. clientb. mainframe d. terminal

____ 8. The ____ is a worldwide collection of networks that connects millions of businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, and individuals.a. Web c. Newsnetb. Telnet d. Internet

____ 9. People around the world use the Internet to ____.a. communicate with and meet other peopleb. shop for goods and servicesc. access sources of information and leisured. all of the above

____ 10. A Web site is ____.a. a collection of related Web pagesb. the location from which a Web page originatesc. the source of a Web paged. an author of a Web page

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____ 11. At a photo sharing ____, users can create an online photo album and store their digital photographs.a. exchange c. communityb. market d. application

____ 12. ____ consist(s) of a series of instructions that tells the computer what to do and how to do it.a. GUIs c. Sharing communitiesb. Storage utilities d. Software

____ 13. A(n) ____ computer is a personal computer that users can carry from place to place.a. integrated c. mobileb. desktop d. encapsulated

____ 14. Some mobile devices are ____, meaning they can connect to the Internet wirelessly.a. Internet-enabled c. activeb. hotspots d. mobile

____ 15. Resembling a letter-sized slate, the ____ PC is a special type of notebook computer that allows users to write or draw on the screen.a. Tablet c. Slateb. Letter d. Matrix

____ 16. A ____ provides personal organizer functions such as a calendar, appointment book, address book, calculator, and notepad.a. PPA c. PSAb. PDA d. mainframe

____ 17. ____ are the fastest, most powerful computers — and the most expensive.a. Desktop computers c. Midrange serversb. Notebook computers d. Supercomputers

____ 18. ____ are capable of processing more than 1 quadrillion instructions in a single second.a. Desktop computers c. Midrange serversb. Notebook computers d. Supercomputers

____ 19. The Internet has its roots in a networking project started by the Pentagon’s ____, an agency of the U.S. Department of Defense.a. NSFnet c. MPEGb. ARPA d. LISTSERV

____ 20. Although it is an inexpensive way for users to connect to the Internet, ____ is slow-speed technology.a. a cable modem c. a dial-up connectionb. DSL d. ISDN

____ 21. Each electronic document on the Web is called a Web ____, which can contain text, graphics, audio (sound), and video.a. page c. readerb. net d. host

____ 22. A(n) ____ is a Web site that offers a variety of Internet services from a single, convenient location.a. portal c. extractionb. keyframe d. powerpoint

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____ 23. ____ is the process of transferring data in a continuous and even flow, which allows users to access and use a file while it is transmitting.a. Casting c. Surfingb. Streaming d. Flowing

____ 24. A customer (consumer) visits an online business through an electronic ____, which contains product descriptions, graphics, and a shopping cart.a. pushcart c. groceryb. storefront d. bank

____ 25. The ____ shown in the accompanying figure is a small symbol displayed on the screen that moves as a user moves the mouse.a. menu c. iconb. button d. pointer

____ 26. In the Windows Vista operating system, as shown in the accompanying figure, the ____ is an on-screen work area that has a graphical user interface.a. frame c. workspaceb. desktop d. dialog box

____ 27. As shown in the accompanying figure, a(n) ____ is a small image displayed on the screen that represents a program, a document, or some other object.a. menu c. pointerb. button d. icon

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____ 28. A font ____, such as bold, italic, and underline in the accompanying figure, adds emphasis to a font.a. style c. faceb. point d. weight

____ 29. A(n) ____, such as Cambria and Calibri in the accompanying figure, is a name assigned to a specific design of characters.a. point c. text setb. font d. iconography

____ 30. ____ is a collection of electronic drawings, photos, and other images that can be inserted into documents.a. Clip art c. Glossariesb. Graphics checkers d. Image repositories

____ 31. When computer users ____ a document, the computer sends a copy of the document to a medium such as paper.a. create c. formatb. print d. edit

____ 32. Web page ____ software helps users of all skill levels create Web pages that include graphical images, video, audio, animation, and other special effects.a. management c. publishingb. authoring d. editing

____ 33. Each of the following is a popular type of mobile device except ____.a. handheld computers c. smart phonesb. PDAs d. mainframes

____ 34. A(n) ____ computer is a portable, personal computer designed to fit on your lap.a. handtop c. PDAb. desktop d. notebook

____ 35. A software ____ is a collection of individual programs sold as a single package.a. cluster c. zipb. suite d. archive

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CompletionComplete each statement.

36. Software today has a(n) ____________________, like that shown in the accompanying figure.

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37. The most popular type of mobile computer is the ____________________ computer like the one shown in the accompanying figure.

Case

38. Which of the following types of computers typically has the most expensive price range?

a. mainframe b. serverc. personal computer d. mobile computer

Critical Thinking Questions - Case 1You are taking an economics class, as part of which you are studying the various types of e-commerce.

39. As part of your research, you’ve learned that vending machines in Japan allow shoppers to hold their cell phones in front of the machine in order to make a purchase using the smart phone. Which of the following types of commerce does this exemplify?

a. C2C b. m-commercec. B2B d. C2B

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40. A major search engine is preparing to provide Web-based purchasing, tracking, and transaction downloading capabilities to corporations. What kind of commerce is this an example of?

a. B2B b. m-commercec. B2C d. C2C

Critical Thinking Questions - Case 2You’ve just moved to a new community and are investigating options in terms of online service providers where you are now living.

41. Which of the following is NOT true?

a. A regional ISP usually provides Internet access to a specific geographic area.

b. Due to their larger size, national ISPs usually offer more services and have a larger technical support staff than regional ISPs.

c. The access provider for high-speed access charges between $13 to $120 per month.

d. Examples of regional ISPs are AT&T and EarthLink.

Essay

42. Explain what a chat room is and what IM is.

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Final ExamAnswer Section

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. ANS: A PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 5OBJ: 1

2. ANS: B PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 6OBJ: 2

3. ANS: C PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 6OBJ: 3

4. ANS: A PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 8OBJ: 3

5. ANS: C PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 10OBJ: 5

6. ANS: A PTS: 2 DIF: S REF: 10OBJ: 5

7. ANS: A PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 25OBJ: 8

8. ANS: D PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 11OBJ: 6

9. ANS: D PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 12OBJ: 6

10. ANS: A PTS: 2 DIF: S REF: 13OBJ: 6

11. ANS: C PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 14OBJ: 6

12. ANS: D PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 15OBJ: 6

13. ANS: C PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 20OBJ: 8

14. ANS: A PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 21OBJ: 8

15. ANS: A PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 21OBJ: 8

16. ANS: B PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 22OBJ: 8

17. ANS: D PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 25OBJ: 8

18. ANS: D PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 25OBJ: 8

19. ANS: B PTS: 2 DIF: S REF: 75OBJ: 1

20. ANS: C PTS: 2 DIF: S REF: 76OBJ: 2

21. ANS: A PTS: 2 DIF: P REF: 80OBJ: 5