Exam 1: Impact of Digital Technology

In a large business, the _____ Department makes sure that all the computer operations, mobile devices, and networks run smoothly.

What technology can collect information to make decisions, reach conclusions, and combine information in new ways?

You work for a company that is losing sales because it takes days to manufacture products. What technology can you suggest the company use to speed production?

How would you describe an intelligent workplace?

Which option lists the computer components in order from oldest to newest?

Which of the following is the science that combines technology and engineering?

Before going into space, astronauts spend many hours training on flight simulators allowing them to learn how to fly without life and death consequences. How would you describe the technology the flight simulator is using?

Joaquim wants to create a strong professional online presence so employers will be interested in him and seek him out. What would be your best advice for him?

You can avoid electronic waste by replacing devices every time a new version comes out.

You are on vacation and want to see where all the restaurants and trendy shops are in relation to your hotel. You remember there is an app on your phone that will use your location and show you that information. What is the app using?

Akira has a mobility impairment that makes it difficult to type on a keyboard. What technology can she use to create written documents without using a keyboard?

Embedded computers usually are small and have limited hardware but enhance the capabilities of everyday devices.

How do delivery companies track packages?

_____ is an environment where processors are embedded in objects that communicate with one another via the Internet or wireless networks.

_____ is the use of computers to simulate a real or imagined environment that appears as a three-dimensional space.

How is a microprocessor different from an integrated circuit?

Jorge saw a computer named Watson on the game show Jeopardy and was surprised at how many answers Watson was able to get correct, especially because the math problems involved solving equations. Watson was using augmented reality to solve the problems.

Tameka is expecting a baby and her partner wants to make sure he can get her to the hospital on the day of delivery using the fastest route possible regardless of time of day. How should he decide which technology to use?

What technology is being used when you are sent an email saying you can track your package?

An intelligent workplace uses technology to allow workers to be productive whether they are in the office or working from home.