Deck 6: Software and Hardware Interaction

Question 1

One of the most important jobs of a mainframe computer is to transfer data around a network so that user requests can be met.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

The higher a processor's speed, the better the overall performance of the computer.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

A computer's features include processing capacity and storage capacity.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

A smartphone uses solid-state storage drives.

Question 5

A netbook computer has less storage space and power than a laptop. ____________________

Question 6

A laptop computer houses its processing components in the same case that holds the monitor.

Question 7

When memory speed increases, the _____ can process data more efficiently.

A) hard drive
B) read/write head
C) monitor
D) CPU

Question 8

How quickly an application opens depends on _____.

A) memory capacity
B) storage speed
C) memory speed
D) storage capacity

Question 9

A server relies on a network adapter to connect to the Internet.

Question 10

An example of an all-in-one desktop computer is _____.

A) your smartphone
B) a file server
C) the Apple iMac
D) a GPS system

Question 11

A smartphone's screen is measured in characters per inch. ____________________

Question 12

A server is dedicated to handling data with minimal interaction from a user.

Question 13

The U.S. government relies on the power of a mainframe computer to gather and tabulate census information.

Question 14

A small business uses enterprise servers to share programs and files with its employees. ____________________

Question 15

When a computer is embedded into a device, it requires input from the user to perform its task.

Question 16

The clock speed of the processor is measured in _____.

A) megabytes
B) bits per second
C) gigahertz
D) databits

Question 17

RAM is usually measured in megabytes .  ____________________

Question 18

Smartphones use a dedicated, embedded operating system.

Question 19

There are three categories of computers: personal, _____, and large computers.

A) embedded
B) smartphone
C) laptop
D) game console

Question 20

Typically, a laptop uses a battery as its power source. ____________________

Question 21

One disadvantage of a tablet device when compared to a laptop is its _____.

A) weight
B) storage capacity
C) battery life
D) system software

Question 22

A main advantage of a smartphone over other mobile computing devices is _____.

A) communication
B) screen resolution
C) size
D) storage capacity

Question 23

A tablet is the computer of choice for many users due to its size, weight, and _____.

A) screen size
B) storage capacity
C) keyboard
D) battery life

Question 24

Laptop computers tend to be more costly than desktop computers due to _____.

A) the cost of their components
B) the software installed
C) the size of their keyboards
D) their performance

Question 25

To be classified as a(n) ____________________, a computer must be one of the fastest computers in the world.

Question 26

The price of a laptop computer increases when you add processing power, ____________________, and storage space.

Question 27

Rafael is helping Ashley understand how a server can provide network services to respond to user requests. Rafael tells Ashley that _____ servers allow employees access to special software customized for the company.

A) tabulating
B) embedded
C) enterprise
D) resource

Question 28

A hardware enthusiast would purchase a _____ computer so he/she can easily upgrade its components.

A) laptop
B) desktop
C) netbook
D) tablet

Question 29

All of the following are considered mobile devices EXCEPT: ____.

A) desktops
B) portable media players
C) e-book readers
D) handheld game devices

Question 30

A desktop computer's system unit that houses the motherboard is referred to as a(n) _____________________.

Question 31

An ultrabook is also classified as a _____ computer.

A) desktop
B) notebook
C) tablet
D) netbook

Question 32

Cara is trying to decide between purchasing a tablet or laptop computer.  Cara learns that the average battery life of a tablet is about ____ hours.

A) 4
B) 8
C) 6
D) 10

Question 33

An e-book uses a(n) _____ display.

A) LCD
B) electronic paper
C) cathode
D) LED

Question 34

Rafael is helping Ashley understand how a server can provide network services to respond to user requests. Rafael tells Ashley that when user requests for more data increase, the server must apply _____.

A) scalability
B) updates
C) interrupts
D) racks

Question 35

A smartphone with a screen larger than 5 inches is referred to as a(n) ____________________.

Question 36

The components of a server include all of the following EXCEPT: ______.

A) processors
B) storage
C) memory
D) high-end graphics displays

Question 37

A virtual keyboard can be found on all of the following devices EXCEPT: _____.

A) desktop computers
B) smartphones
C) tablets
D) e-books

Question 38

Cara is trying to decide between purchasing a tablet or laptop computer.  Cara learns that all of the following are true about tablet computers EXCEPT: ____.

A) Tablets run on battery power and can be plugged in.
B) Many tablets use a slate design.
C) A virtual keyboard is used as an input device.
D) Optical drives are used to store data.

Question 39

A(n) ____________________ is a mobile device that stores digital media such as songs and videos.

Question 40

Which of the following storage types does a smartphone use for its main storage?

A) magnetic
B) optical
C) solid-state
D) flash

Question 42

List and describe five factors to consider when deciding to purchase a tablet or laptop computer.