Exam 1: Introduction to the World of Technology

____________________ is an alternative to traditional classroom learning in which students participate, typically at their own pace, from their current location instead of physically going to class.

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Independent Web sites such as Snopes.com reports on the sources of current online rumors and stories . _________________________

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What does an output device do?

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An output device accepts processed data from the computer and presents the results to the user, most of the time on the display screen (monitor), on paper (via a printer), or through a speaker. Other common output devices include headphones and headsets (used to deliver audio output to a single user) and data projectors (used to project computer images onto a projection screen).

Fifty years ago, computers were used primarily by researchers and ____.

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Question 4

Wireless networking allows the use of computers in virtually any location. _________________________

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Question 5

____________________-technically an input or output operation, depending on which direction the information is going-is often considered the fifth primary computer operation.

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Question 6

Ultraportables conforming to Intel's standards can be marketed as ____.

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Question 7

IP addresses and their corresponding domain names are used to identify computers available through the Internet. _________________________

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Question 8

Computing technologies make it possible to have ____, traditional appliances with some type of built-in computer or communications technology.

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Question 9

The external hardware components are located inside the main box or system unit of the computer.

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Question 10

Communications hardware includes modems, network projectors , and routers. _________________________

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Question 11

____________________ payment systems allow individuals to pay for purchases using a smartphone or other device.

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Question 12

Similar to the way an IP address or domain name uniquely identifies a computer on the Internet, a ____ uniquely identifies a specific Web page.

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Question 13

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions Case 1-1 Sarah is a busy real estate agent with a growing clientele. She is looking to purchase a new computer and software so that she can keep track of her client's accounts, access the Internet from anywhere in the city, and touch up photos of real estate properties. What kind of computer would most likely fit Sarah's needs?

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Question 14

Computer literacy is knowing about and understanding computers and their uses.

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Question 15

One of the most common online security risks today is your computer becoming infected with a(n) ____________________.

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Question 16

A ____ is a collection of computers and other devices that are connected in order to enable users to share hardware, software, and data, as well as to communicate electronically with each other.

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Question 17

When data is processed into a meaningful form, it becomes ____.

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Question 18

Tablet computers are typically about the size of a notebook computer and are designed to be used with a digital pen/stylus or touch input.

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Question 19

In addition to hardware, software, data, and procedures, the fifth major component of a computer system are codes.

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____________________ is an alternative to traditional classroom learning in which students participate, typically at their own pace, from their current location instead of physically going to class.

Independent Web sites such as Snopes.com reports on the sources of current online rumors and stories . _________________________

What does an output device do?

Fifty years ago, computers were used primarily by researchers and ____.

Wireless networking allows the use of computers in virtually any location. _________________________

____________________-technically an input or output operation, depending on which direction the information is going-is often considered the fifth primary computer operation.

Ultraportables conforming to Intel's standards can be marketed as ____.

IP addresses and their corresponding domain names are used to identify computers available through the Internet. _________________________

Computing technologies make it possible to have ____, traditional appliances with some type of built-in computer or communications technology.

The external hardware components are located inside the main box or system unit of the computer.

Communications hardware includes modems, network projectors , and routers. _________________________

____________________ payment systems allow individuals to pay for purchases using a smartphone or other device.

Similar to the way an IP address or domain name uniquely identifies a computer on the Internet, a ____ uniquely identifies a specific Web page.

Computer literacy is knowing about and understanding computers and their uses.

One of the most common online security risks today is your computer becoming infected with a(n) ____________________.

A ____ is a collection of computers and other devices that are connected in order to enable users to share hardware, software, and data, as well as to communicate electronically with each other.

When data is processed into a meaningful form, it becomes ____.

Tablet computers are typically about the size of a notebook computer and are designed to be used with a digital pen/stylus or touch input.

In addition to hardware, software, data, and procedures, the fifth major component of a computer system are codes.

The System Unit, Processing, and Memory

Storage

Input and Output

System Software: Operating Systems and Utility Programs

Application Software: Desktop and Mobile Apps

Networks and Communication Devices

The Internet

Security and Privacy

Information Systems and System Development

Program Development and Programming Languages

Databases and Database Management Systems

Intellectual Property Rights, Ethics, Health, Access, and the Environment

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