Question 1

Lighting, HDMI, and Thunderbolt are all types of ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  networks 
B)  ISP 
C)  ports 
D)  gaming consoles 
A)  networks 
B)  ISP 
C)  ports 
D)  gaming consoles

Question 2

The actual photographed resolution is known as the ______ resolution.

Accepted Answer

A)  native 
B)  original 
C)  optical 
D)  raw 
A)  native 
B)  original 
C)  optical 
D)  raw

Question 3

CTS is inflammation of the nerve that connects the forearm to the palm of your hand.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Some smartphones support a(n) ______ keyboard app, on which users enter words by tracing a path on an on-screen keyboard.

Accepted Answer

A)  touch 
B)  swipe 
C)  finger 
D)  virtual 
A)  touch 
B)  swipe 
C)  finger 
D)  virtual

Question 5

A mail server stores and manages email lists.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Critical Thinking Questions Case 3-1
Your friend Marvin works weekends in an electronics store selling computers. You are in the market for a new desktop for your home. 
Why does Marvin recommend that you consider an all-in-one?

Accepted Answer

A)  It may be less expensive than purchasing a tower and monitor separately. 
B)  They usually come with a better warranty. 
C)  Although they take up more space, they are more powerful. 
D)  They typically are less susceptible to hacking and malware. 
A)  It may be less expensive than purchasing a tower and monitor separately. 
B)  They usually come with a better warranty. 
C)  Although they take up more space, they are more powerful. 
D)  They typically are less susceptible to hacking and malware.

Question 7

A(n) ______ device is a small, mobile computing device designed to be worn. Examples include activity trackers and smartwatches.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ______ device is a small, mobile...

Question 8

A(n) ______ tablet has a screen in its lid and a keyboard in its base, with the lid and base connected by a swivel-type hinge.

Accepted Answer

A)  convertible 
B)  detachable 
C)  slate 
D)  ultrathin 
A)  convertible 
B)  detachable 
C)  slate 
D)  ultrathin

Question 9

Sometimes called a system board, a(n) ______ is the main circuit board of a personal computer.

Accepted Answer

motherboar

Question 10

List guidelines for purchasing a smartphone.

Accepted Answer

Student responses will vary, but should

Question 11

Your collection of stored digital media is called a media ______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Your collection of stored digital media is...

Question 12

Data that a computer accepts and processes is called ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  input 
B)  digital facts 
C)  information 
D)  bytes 
A)  input 
B)  digital facts 
C)  information 
D)  bytes

Question 13

In M2M communication, such as with the Internet of Things trend, the M stands for ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  mobile 
B)  machine 
C)  manufacturer 
D)  media 
A)  mobile 
B)  machine 
C)  manufacturer 
D)  media

Question 14

Define embedded computer.  List categories of products that contain embedded computers, and name specific devices for each category.

Accepted Answer

Student responses will vary, but should

Question 15

Critical Thinking Questions Case 3-2
Your school is in a safe neighborhood, but there have been a few thefts at ATMs. You work part-time in your school's campus security office and have been asked to prepare tips for students about ATM safety.
Thieves can capture a credit card number by placing a(n) ______ on an ATM.

Accepted Answer

A)  swiper 
B)  scanner 
C)  sweeper 
D)  skimmer 
A)  swiper 
B)  scanner 
C)  sweeper 
D)  skimmer

Question 16

Once example of the trend called the Internet of Things is if your refrigerator sends your phone a message that you need milk.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A mainframe is a network of several servers together in a single location.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A docking station has less functionality than a port replicator.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

How many instructions are supercomputers capable of processing in a single second?

Accepted Answer

A)  thousands 
B)  millions 
C)  billions 
D)  trillions 
A)  thousands 
B)  millions 
C)  billions 
D)  trillions

Question 20

Many handheld computers are industry-specific, such as for parcel delivery people.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Lighting, HDMI, and Thunderbolt are all types of ______.

The actual photographed resolution is known as the ______ resolution.

CTS is inflammation of the nerve that connects the forearm to the palm of your hand.

Some smartphones support a(n) ______ keyboard app, on which users enter words by tracing a path on an on-screen keyboard.

A mail server stores and manages email lists.

Critical Thinking Questions Case 3-1 Your friend Marvin works weekends in an electronics store selling computers. You are in the market for a new desktop for your home. Why does Marvin recommend that you consider an all-in-one?

A(n) ______ device is a small, mobile computing device designed to be worn. Examples include activity trackers and smartwatches.

A(n) ______ tablet has a screen in its lid and a keyboard in its base, with the lid and base connected by a swivel-type hinge.

Sometimes called a system board, a(n) ______ is the main circuit board of a personal computer.

List guidelines for purchasing a smartphone.

Your collection of stored digital media is called a media ______.

Data that a computer accepts and processes is called ______.

In M2M communication, such as with the Internet of Things trend, the M stands for ______.

Define embedded computer. List categories of products that contain embedded computers, and name specific devices for each category.

Once example of the trend called the Internet of Things is if your refrigerator sends your phone a message that you need milk.

A mainframe is a network of several servers together in a single location.

A docking station has less functionality than a port replicator.

How many instructions are supercomputers capable of processing in a single second?

Many handheld computers are industry-specific, such as for parcel delivery people.

Introducing Todays Technologies: Computers, Devices, and the Web

Connecting and Communicating Online: the Internet, Websites, and Media

Programs and Apps: Productivity, Graphics, Security, and Other Tools

Digital Security, Ethics, and Privacy: Threats, Issues, and Defenses

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Exam 3: Computers and Mobile Devices: Evaluating Options for Home and Work

Lighting, HDMI, and Thunderbolt are all types of ______.

The actual photographed resolution is known as the ______ resolution.

CTS is inflammation of the nerve that connects the forearm to the palm of your hand.

Some smartphones support a(n) ______ keyboard app, on which users enter words by tracing a path on an on-screen keyboard.

A mail server stores and manages email lists.

Critical Thinking Questions Case 3-1 Your friend Marvin works weekends in an electronics store selling computers. You are in the market for a new desktop for your home. Why does Marvin recommend that you consider an all-in-one?

A(n) ______ device is a small, mobile computing device designed to be worn. Examples include activity trackers and smartwatches.

A(n) ______ tablet has a screen in its lid and a keyboard in its base, with the lid and base connected by a swivel-type hinge.

Sometimes called a system board, a(n) ______ is the main circuit board of a personal computer.

List guidelines for purchasing a smartphone.

Your collection of stored digital media is called a media ______.

Data that a computer accepts and processes is called ______.

In M2M communication, such as with the Internet of Things trend, the M stands for ______.

Define embedded computer. List categories of products that contain embedded computers, and name specific devices for each category.

Once example of the trend called the Internet of Things is if your refrigerator sends your phone a message that you need milk.

A mainframe is a network of several servers together in a single location.

A docking station has less functionality than a port replicator.

How many instructions are supercomputers capable of processing in a single second?

Many handheld computers are industry-specific, such as for parcel delivery people.

Introducing Todays Technologies: Computers, Devices, and the Web

Connecting and Communicating Online: the Internet, Websites, and Media

Programs and Apps: Productivity, Graphics, Security, and Other Tools

Digital Security, Ethics, and Privacy: Threats, Issues, and Defenses

Appendix: Focus on Web Development

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