Question 1

RAM stands for random access memory; a form of memory that holds its contents even if the current is turned off or disrupted.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

_____ is a set of rules associated with a programming language.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____ is a set of rules associated...

Question 3

Optical mark recognition (OMR) and optical character recognition (OCR) are the two categories of a(n) _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Optical mark recognition (OMR) and optical character...

Question 4

What is the sphere of influence? Identify three spheres of influence.

Accepted Answer

One useful way of classifying the many p

Question 5

An operating system is a set of programs that controls the computer hardware and acts as an interface with applications.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Each central processing unit (CPU) produces a series of electronic pulses at a predetermined rate, called the clock speed, which affects machine cycle time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

_____ is a personal application software that includes a wide range of built-in functions for statistical, financial, logical, database, graphics, and date and time calculations.

Accepted Answer

A) Word processing 
B) Desktop Publishing (DTP) 
C)  Spreadsheet 
D)  Graphics 
A) Word processing 
B) Desktop Publishing (DTP) 
C)  Spreadsheet 
D)  Graphics

Question 8

_____ is the simultaneous execution of the same task on multiple processors to obtain results faster.

Accepted Answer

Parallel c

Question 9

The primary function of application software is to apply the power of the computer to enable people, workgroups, and the entire enterprise to solve problems and perform specific tasks.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Software that allows an individual to create a to-do list, take notes, and organize tasks in a database would be classified as having a personal sphere of influence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

One common use of a _______ is in engineering design, when designers need to make a prototype, or model, of the object they're designing.

Accepted Answer

The answer of One common use of a _______ is...

Question 12

__________ programming language is the precursor to languages such as C++, C#, and Java.

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________ programming language is the precursor to...

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT an example of a common use of a point-of-sale (POS) device?

Accepted Answer

A) ​A server in a restaurant uses a POS to communicate a diner's order to the kitchen. 
B) ​A nurse in a hospital uses a POS to enter a patient's vital signs into his records. 
C)  ​A barrista in a coffee store uses a POS to record a sale of some bakery items. 
D)  ​A teller in a bank uses a POS to withdraw money for a customer. 
A) ​A server in a restaurant uses a POS to communicate a diner's order to the kitchen. 
B) ​A nurse in a hospital uses a POS to enter a patient's vital signs into his records. 
C)  ​A barrista in a coffee store uses a POS to record a sale of some bakery items. 
D)  ​A teller in a bank uses a POS to withdraw money for a customer.

Question 14

Most operating systems support virtual memory which allocates space on the hard disk to supplement the immediate, functional memory capacity of RAM.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

CPU clock speed is the _______________ at a predetermined rate.

Accepted Answer

A) number of instructions processed 
B) number of electronic pulses created 
C)  number of files created 
D)  number of memory pages loaded 
A) number of instructions processed 
B) number of electronic pulses created 
C)  number of files created 
D)  number of memory pages loaded

Question 16

3D printing is ________.

Accepted Answer

A) printing illusions on paper 
B) ​ used to make solid products 
C)  for kids to play with 
D)  the same as 2D printing 
A) printing illusions on paper 
B) ​ used to make solid products 
C)  for kids to play with 
D)  the same as 2D printing

Question 17

Utility programs help to perform maintenance, correct problems, merge and sort sets of data, keep track of computer jobs, and compress data files.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Distinguish between systems software and applications software.

Accepted Answer

Systems software is the set of programs

Question 19

A liquid crystal display (LCD) functions by exciting organic compounds with electric current to produce bright and sharp images.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Your friend has a Mac that runs OS X. If she needs to run a Windows app on it, she can set it to run Windows also.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

RAM stands for random access memory; a form of memory that holds its contents even if the current is turned off or disrupted.

_____ is a set of rules associated with a programming language.

Optical mark recognition (OMR) and optical character recognition (OCR) are the two categories of a(n) _____.

What is the sphere of influence? Identify three spheres of influence.

An operating system is a set of programs that controls the computer hardware and acts as an interface with applications.

Each central processing unit (CPU) produces a series of electronic pulses at a predetermined rate, called the clock speed, which affects machine cycle time.

_____ is a personal application software that includes a wide range of built-in functions for statistical, financial, logical, database, graphics, and date and time calculations.

_____ is the simultaneous execution of the same task on multiple processors to obtain results faster.

The primary function of application software is to apply the power of the computer to enable people, workgroups, and the entire enterprise to solve problems and perform specific tasks.

Software that allows an individual to create a to-do list, take notes, and organize tasks in a database would be classified as having a personal sphere of influence.

One common use of a _______ is in engineering design, when designers need to make a prototype, or model, of the object they're designing.

__________ programming language is the precursor to languages such as C++, C#, and Java.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a common use of a point-of-sale (POS) device?

Most operating systems support virtual memory which allocates space on the hard disk to supplement the immediate, functional memory capacity of RAM.

CPU clock speed is the _______________ at a predetermined rate.

3D printing is ________.

Utility programs help to perform maintenance, correct problems, merge and sort sets of data, keep track of computer jobs, and compress data files.

Distinguish between systems software and applications software.

A liquid crystal display (LCD) functions by exciting organic compounds with electric current to produce bright and sharp images.

Your friend has a Mac that runs OS X. If she needs to run a Windows app on it, she can set it to run Windows also.

An Introduction to Information Systems in Organizations

Database Systems and Big Data

Networks and Cloud Computing

Electronic Commerce and Enterprise Systems

Business Intelligence and Analytics

Knowledge Management and Specialized Information Systems

Systems Acquisition and Development

The Personal and Social Effects of Computers

Ethics, Privacy, and Security in the Digital Age

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Exam 2: Hardware and Software

RAM stands for random access memory; a form of memory that holds its contents even if the current is turned off or disrupted.

_____ is a set of rules associated with a programming language.

Optical mark recognition (OMR) and optical character recognition (OCR) are the two categories of a(n) _____.

What is the sphere of influence? Identify three spheres of influence.

An operating system is a set of programs that controls the computer hardware and acts as an interface with applications.

Each central processing unit (CPU) produces a series of electronic pulses at a predetermined rate, called the clock speed, which affects machine cycle time.

_____ is a personal application software that includes a wide range of built-in functions for statistical, financial, logical, database, graphics, and date and time calculations.

_____ is the simultaneous execution of the same task on multiple processors to obtain results faster.

The primary function of application software is to apply the power of the computer to enable people, workgroups, and the entire enterprise to solve problems and perform specific tasks.

Software that allows an individual to create a to-do list, take notes, and organize tasks in a database would be classified as having a personal sphere of influence.

One common use of a _______ is in engineering design, when designers need to make a prototype, or model, of the object they're designing.

__________ programming language is the precursor to languages such as C++, C#, and Java.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a common use of a point-of-sale (POS) device?

Most operating systems support virtual memory which allocates space on the hard disk to supplement the immediate, functional memory capacity of RAM.

CPU clock speed is the _______________ at a predetermined rate.

3D printing is ________.

Utility programs help to perform maintenance, correct problems, merge and sort sets of data, keep track of computer jobs, and compress data files.

Distinguish between systems software and applications software.

A liquid crystal display (LCD) functions by exciting organic compounds with electric current to produce bright and sharp images.

Your friend has a Mac that runs OS X. If she needs to run a Windows app on it, she can set it to run Windows also.

An Introduction to Information Systems in Organizations

Database Systems and Big Data

Networks and Cloud Computing

Electronic Commerce and Enterprise Systems

Business Intelligence and Analytics

Knowledge Management and Specialized Information Systems

Systems Acquisition and Development

The Personal and Social Effects of Computers

Ethics, Privacy, and Security in the Digital Age

Filters