Question 1

Another name for a midrange computer is "server."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

______ are the most important part of any information system.

Accepted Answer

A)  Software applications 
B)  Programs 
C)  Hardware applications 
D)  People 
A)  Software applications 
B)  Programs 
C)  Hardware applications 
D)  People D

Question 3

In reference to personal computer hardware, explain the system unit.

Accepted Answer

The system unit is a container that houses most of the electronic components that make up a computer system. Two important components of the system unit are the microprocessor and memory. The microprocessor controls and manipulates data to produce information. Memory is a holding area for data, instructions, and information. One type of memory, random-access memory (RAM), holds the program and data that is currently being processed. This type of memory is sometimes referred to as temporary storage because its contents will typically be lost if the electrical power to the computer is disrupted.

Question 4

The Internet is the largest _______ in the world.

Accepted Answer

A)  network 
B)  system unit 
C)  database program 
D)  operating system 
A)  network 
B)  system unit 
C)  database program 
D)  operating system

Question 5

Which one of the following is not considered a form of secondary storage?

Accepted Answer

A)  Solid-state storage 
B)  Optical disk 
C)  RAM 
D)  Hard disk 
A)  Solid-state storage 
B)  Optical disk 
C)  RAM 
D)  Hard disk

Question 6

Describe secondary storage? Compare and contrast hard disks and solid-state storage.

Accepted Answer

Unlike memory, secondary storage holds d

Question 7

To be an effective and efficient computer user, you need to recognize the role of information technology in your personal and professional life.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

_______ storage devices do not lose data or programs after the electrical power is turned off.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______ storage devices do not lose data...

Question 9

Solid-state storage uses rigid metallic platters to store data using the magnetic charges of the disk's surface.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Describe the different types of personal computers and provide relevant examples of each.

Accepted Answer

There are four types of personal compute

Question 11

Software is another name for _______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Software is another name for _______....

Question 12

What is an operating system? Give two examples.

Accepted Answer

Operating systems are programs that coor

Question 13

Which of the following computers is also referred to as a server and is used to support end users for things such as retrieving data from a database or providing access to application software?

Accepted Answer

A)  Midrange 
B)  Mainframe 
C)  Supercomputer 
D)  Microcomputer 
A)  Midrange 
B)  Mainframe 
C)  Supercomputer 
D)  Microcomputer

Question 14

The parts of an information system are: people, procedures, software, hardware, data, and the Internet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

What are the two major software types?

Accepted Answer

A)  System analysis software and data warehousing software 
B)  Operating system software and utilities software 
C)  System software and application software 
D)  Database management software and application software 
A)  System analysis software and data warehousing software 
B)  Operating system software and utilities software 
C)  System software and application software 
D)  Database management software and application software

Question 16

Employee records, including names, social security numbers, and related information, would typically be stored in what type of data file?

Accepted Answer

A)  Document 
B)  Presentation 
C)  Database 
D)  Worksheet 
A)  Document 
B)  Presentation 
C)  Database 
D)  Worksheet

Question 17

The type of media that uses laser technology to store data and programs is _______.

Accepted Answer

A)  hard disk 
B)  flash 
C)  solid state 
D)  optical disc 
A)  hard disk 
B)  flash 
C)  solid state 
D)  optical disc

Question 18

_______ computers are not nearly as powerful as supercomputers, but are capable of great processing speeds and data storage.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______ computers are not nearly as powerful...

Question 19

Where would it be most relevant to use the term "data" and the term "information?" Give an example of each.

Accepted Answer

Data are unprocessed facts, including te

Question 20

Four common types of files are document files, worksheet files, database files, and presentation files.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Another name for a midrange computer is "server."

______ are the most important part of any information system.

In reference to personal computer hardware, explain the system unit.

The Internet is the largest _______ in the world.

Which one of the following is not considered a form of secondary storage?

Describe secondary storage? Compare and contrast hard disks and solid-state storage.

To be an effective and efficient computer user, you need to recognize the role of information technology in your personal and professional life.

_______ storage devices do not lose data or programs after the electrical power is turned off.

Solid-state storage uses rigid metallic platters to store data using the magnetic charges of the disk's surface.

Describe the different types of personal computers and provide relevant examples of each.

Software is another name for _______.

What is an operating system? Give two examples.

Which of the following computers is also referred to as a server and is used to support end users for things such as retrieving data from a database or providing access to application software?

The parts of an information system are: people, procedures, software, hardware, data, and the Internet.

What are the two major software types?

Employee records, including names, social security numbers, and related information, would typically be stored in what type of data file?

The type of media that uses laser technology to store data and programs is _______.

_______ computers are not nearly as powerful as supercomputers, but are capable of great processing speeds and data storage.

Where would it be most relevant to use the term "data" and the term "information?" Give an example of each.

Four common types of files are document files, worksheet files, database files, and presentation files.

The Internet, the Web, and Electronic Commerce

Application Software

System Software

The System Unit

Input and Output

Secondary Storage

Communications and Networks

Privacy, Security, and Ethics

Information Systems

Databases

Systems Analysis and Design

Programming and Languages

Filters

Exam 1: Information Technology, the Internet, and You

Another name for a midrange computer is "server."

______ are the most important part of any information system.

In reference to personal computer hardware, explain the system unit.

The Internet is the largest _______ in the world.

Which one of the following is not considered a form of secondary storage?

Describe secondary storage? Compare and contrast hard disks and solid-state storage.

To be an effective and efficient computer user, you need to recognize the role of information technology in your personal and professional life.

_______ storage devices do not lose data or programs after the electrical power is turned off.

Solid-state storage uses rigid metallic platters to store data using the magnetic charges of the disk's surface.

Describe the different types of personal computers and provide relevant examples of each.

Software is another name for _______.

What is an operating system? Give two examples.

Which of the following computers is also referred to as a server and is used to support end users for things such as retrieving data from a database or providing access to application software?

The parts of an information system are: people, procedures, software, hardware, data, and the Internet.

What are the two major software types?

Employee records, including names, social security numbers, and related information, would typically be stored in what type of data file?

The type of media that uses laser technology to store data and programs is _______.

_______ computers are not nearly as powerful as supercomputers, but are capable of great processing speeds and data storage.

Where would it be most relevant to use the term "data" and the term "information?" Give an example of each.

Four common types of files are document files, worksheet files, database files, and presentation files.

The Internet, the Web, and Electronic Commerce

Application Software

System Software

The System Unit

Input and Output

Secondary Storage

Communications and Networks

Privacy, Security, and Ethics

Information Systems

Databases

Systems Analysis and Design

Programming and Languages

Filters