Question 1

____ software is used by the computer for tasks that help the computer work.

Accepted Answer

A)  Application 
B)  System 
C)  Productivity 
D)  Utility 
A)  Application 
B)  System 
C)  Productivity 
D)  Utility

Question 2

____ utilities scan incoming and outgoing files to be sure they are safe.

Accepted Answer

A)  Security 
B)  Widget 
C)  Indexed 
D)  Monitoring 
A)  Security 
B)  Widget 
C)  Indexed 
D)  Monitoring

Question 3

The operating system shown in the accompanying figure is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  Linux 
B)  UNIX 
C)  Mac OS 
D)  Windows 
A)  Linux 
B)  UNIX 
C)  Mac OS 
D)  Windows

Question 4

Most software uses a(n) GUI , which allows the user to give the computer commands using menus, buttons, icons, links, and more.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The Windows Task Manager can show all processes being executed by the processor.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

RAM and the CPU are examples of computer resources.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Delia is installing new software on her computer. Delia has read the ____, which specifies the operating system and minimum hardware requirements for the software to run correctly on her computer.

Accepted Answer

A)  setup instructions 
B)  validation codes 
C)  system requirements 
D)  shrink-wrap licenses 
A)  setup instructions 
B)  validation codes 
C)  system requirements 
D)  shrink-wrap licenses

Question 8

Francis is learning about different types of programs that allow him to transfer music to and from his computer. Francis learns that ____ sequencing software and software synthesizers are great for sound effects and for controlling keyboards and other digital instruments.

Accepted Answer

A)  WMF 
B)  MIDI 
C)  MP3 
D)  PDF 
A)  WMF 
B)  MIDI 
C)  MP3 
D)  PDF

Question 9

A(n) Web application is designed to run from a removable storage device, such as a USB flash drive.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

List four things that you should do in order to use data responsibly. Why are these things important?

Accepted Answer

There are many ways that people can act

Question 11

A(n) ____ is a collection of data that is stored electronically as a series of records in tables.

Accepted Answer

A)  worksheet 
B)  spreadsheet 
C)  database 
D)  index 
A)  worksheet 
B)  spreadsheet 
C)  database 
D)  index

Question 12

If a ____ is not performing correctly, the operating system usually displays in on-screen warning about the problem so you can take corrective action.

Accepted Answer

A)  GUI 
B)  device driver 
C)  menu 
D)  multitasker 
A)  GUI 
B)  device driver 
C)  menu 
D)  multitasker

Question 13

____ software helps you carry out tasks using a computer, such as editing a photo.

Accepted Answer

A)  Application 
B)  System 
C)  Shareware 
D)  Utility 
A)  Application 
B)  System 
C)  Shareware 
D)  Utility

Question 14

Delia is installing new software on her computer. Delia knows that which of the following is true about software license agreements?

Accepted Answer

A)  Shrink-wrap licenses go into effect when you open the packaging. 
B)  Software licenses are only legally binding if they are signed. 
C)  If the software is public domain, she can apply for a copyright to protect it. 
D)  If the copyright symbol © is not used, the software is not protected. 
A)  Shrink-wrap licenses go into effect when you open the packaging. 
B)  Software licenses are only legally binding if they are signed. 
C)  If the software is public domain, she can apply for a copyright to protect it. 
D)  If the copyright symbol © is not used, the software is not protected.

Question 15

With a Web app, much of the program code for the software runs locally on a computer, instead of running on a remote computer connected to the Internet or other computer network.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A(n) multiple-user license is priced per copy and allows a specific number of copies to be used at the same time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

If you work with large files, you might use a PDF utility to reduce file size for quick transmission or efficient storage.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Adobe Photoshop is an example of drawing software.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Scrambling and encryption are methods used to prevent ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  piracy 
B)  hacking 
C)  malware 
D)  software bugs 
A)  piracy 
B)  hacking 
C)  malware 
D)  software bugs

Question 20

If you are preparing a series of electronic slides, you would most likely use ____ software.

Accepted Answer

A)  spreadsheet 
B)  word processing 
C)  database 
D)  presentation 
A)  spreadsheet 
B)  word processing 
C)  database 
D)  presentation

____ software is used by the computer for tasks that help the computer work.

____ utilities scan incoming and outgoing files to be sure they are safe.

The operating system shown in the accompanying figure is ____.

Most software uses a(n) GUI , which allows the user to give the computer commands using menus, buttons, icons, links, and more.

The Windows Task Manager can show all processes being executed by the processor.

RAM and the CPU are examples of computer resources.

Delia is installing new software on her computer. Delia has read the ____, which specifies the operating system and minimum hardware requirements for the software to run correctly on her computer.

Francis is learning about different types of programs that allow him to transfer music to and from his computer. Francis learns that ____ sequencing software and software synthesizers are great for sound effects and for controlling keyboards and other digital instruments.

A(n) Web application is designed to run from a removable storage device, such as a USB flash drive.

List four things that you should do in order to use data responsibly. Why are these things important?

A(n) ____ is a collection of data that is stored electronically as a series of records in tables.

If a ____ is not performing correctly, the operating system usually displays in on-screen warning about the problem so you can take corrective action.

____ software helps you carry out tasks using a computer, such as editing a photo.

Delia is installing new software on her computer. Delia knows that which of the following is true about software license agreements?

With a Web app, much of the program code for the software runs locally on a computer, instead of running on a remote computer connected to the Internet or other computer network.

A(n) multiple-user license is priced per copy and allows a specific number of copies to be used at the same time.

If you work with large files, you might use a PDF utility to reduce file size for quick transmission or efficient storage.

Adobe Photoshop is an example of drawing software.

Scrambling and encryption are methods used to prevent ____.

If you are preparing a series of electronic slides, you would most likely use ____ software.

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Exam 3: Computer Software

____ software is used by the computer for tasks that help the computer work.

____ utilities scan incoming and outgoing files to be sure they are safe.

The operating system shown in the accompanying figure is ____.

Most software uses a(n) GUI , which allows the user to give the computer commands using menus, buttons, icons, links, and more.

The Windows Task Manager can show all processes being executed by the processor.

RAM and the CPU are examples of computer resources.

Delia is installing new software on her computer. Delia has read the ____, which specifies the operating system and minimum hardware requirements for the software to run correctly on her computer.

Francis is learning about different types of programs that allow him to transfer music to and from his computer. Francis learns that ____ sequencing software and software synthesizers are great for sound effects and for controlling keyboards and other digital instruments.

A(n) Web application is designed to run from a removable storage device, such as a USB flash drive.

List four things that you should do in order to use data responsibly. Why are these things important?

A(n) ____ is a collection of data that is stored electronically as a series of records in tables.

If a ____ is not performing correctly, the operating system usually displays in on-screen warning about the problem so you can take corrective action.

____ software helps you carry out tasks using a computer, such as editing a photo.

Delia is installing new software on her computer. Delia knows that which of the following is true about software license agreements?

With a Web app, much of the program code for the software runs locally on a computer, instead of running on a remote computer connected to the Internet or other computer network.

A(n) multiple-user license is priced per copy and allows a specific number of copies to be used at the same time.

If you work with large files, you might use a PDF utility to reduce file size for quick transmission or efficient storage.

Adobe Photoshop is an example of drawing software.

Scrambling and encryption are methods used to prevent ____.

If you are preparing a series of electronic slides, you would most likely use ____ software.

Computer and Internet Basics

Computer Hardware

File Management and Digital Electronics

Data Security

Networks and Connecting to the Internet

The Web and E-Commerce

Digital Media

Technology, Careers, and Job Hunting

Filters