Question 1

With the advent of ____, integrated circuits incorporating many transistors and electronic circuits on a single tiny silicon chip, allowed computers to be even smaller and more reliable than earlier computers.

Accepted Answer

A)  second-generation computers 
B)  third-generation computers 
C)  fourth-generation computers 
D)  fifth-generation computers

Question 2

In piracy, identity thieves send fraudulent e-mails to people masquerading as legitimate businesses to obtain social security numbers or other information needed for identity theft. _________________________

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

____ are unique numeric or text-based addresses used to identify resources accessible through the Internet, such as computers, Web pages, and people.

Accepted Answer

A)  Computer addresses 
B)  Machine IDs 
C)  Domain IDs 
D)  Internet addresses

Question 4

Satellite communication (more commonly called s-com) is the process of exchanging electronic messages between computers over a network-usually the Internet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

ISP computers are continually connected to a larger network, called a regional network, which, in turn, is connected to one of the major high-speed networks within a country, called a(n) ____________________ network.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ISP computers are continually connected to a...

Question 6

Two of the most common types of communications hardware are ____ and network adapters.

Accepted Answer

A)  ports 
B)  slide rules 
C)  monitors 
D)  modems

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

____________________ are regular appliances with some type of built-in computer technology.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ are regular appliances with some type...

Question 9

An emerging payment option is the use of ____________________ payment systems-systems that allow individuals to pay for products and services via a mobile phone or other portable device.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An emerging payment option is the use...

Question 10

One common opinion is that fifth-generation computers will be based on ____________________, allowing them to think, reason, and learn.

Accepted Answer

The answer of One common opinion is that fifth-generation computers...

Question 11

Consumer ____________________ are small self-service computer-based stations, such as ATM machines, bridal registries, and ticketing systems.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Consumer ____________________ are small self-service computer-based stations,...

Question 12

____________________ is an alternative to traditional classroom learning that allows students to participate from their current location, instead of physically going to class.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ is an alternative to traditional classroom...

Question 13

A growing number of college campuses have wireless ____ on campus that allow students to use their PCs to connect wirelessly to the college network and the Internet from anywhere on campus.

Accepted Answer

A)  hotspots 
B)  hotpoints 
C)  com spots 
D)  com points

Question 14

To begin to use a computer, the user first turns on the power by pressing the power button, and then the computer displays a prompt for the user to decide the next course of action.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A(n) ____________________ is typically used for applications that require extraordinary speed, accuracy, and processing capabilities-for example, sending astronauts into space, controlling missile guidance systems and satellites, forecasting the weather, exploring for oil, breaking codes, and designing and testing new products.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________________ is typically used for applications...

Question 16

____ refers to typing your entire e-mail message or discussion group post using only capital letters.

Accepted Answer

A)  Spamming 
B)  Phishing 
C)  Calling 
D)  Shouting

Question 17

Discuss the role of computers on the job.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Discuss the role of computers on the...

Question 18

A(n) display screen can be defined as a programmable, electronic device that accepts data, performs operations on that data, presents the results, and can store the data or results as needed. _________________________

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

In addition to the four primary computer operations, today's computers typically also perform ____ functions.

Accepted Answer

A)  calculations 
B)  communications 
C)  sorting 
D)  programming

Question 20

There are independent Web sites (such as the ____ Web site) that report on the validity of current online rumors and stories.

Accepted Answer

A)  Spammer 
B)  Snopes 
C)  Phisher 
D)  Identifier

Exam 1: Introduction to the World of Computers

With the advent of ____, integrated circuits incorporating many transistors and electronic circuits on a single tiny silicon chip, allowed computers to be even smaller and more reliable than earlier computers.

In piracy, identity thieves send fraudulent e-mails to people masquerading as legitimate businesses to obtain social security numbers or other information needed for identity theft. _________________________

____ are unique numeric or text-based addresses used to identify resources accessible through the Internet, such as computers, Web pages, and people.

Satellite communication (more commonly called s-com) is the process of exchanging electronic messages between computers over a network-usually the Internet.

ISP computers are continually connected to a larger network, called a regional network, which, in turn, is connected to one of the major high-speed networks within a country, called a(n) ____________________ network.

Two of the most common types of communications hardware are ____ and network adapters.

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

____________________ are regular appliances with some type of built-in computer technology.

An emerging payment option is the use of ____________________ payment systems-systems that allow individuals to pay for products and services via a mobile phone or other portable device.

One common opinion is that fifth-generation computers will be based on ____________________, allowing them to think, reason, and learn.

Consumer ____________________ are small self-service computer-based stations, such as ATM machines, bridal registries, and ticketing systems.

____________________ is an alternative to traditional classroom learning that allows students to participate from their current location, instead of physically going to class.

A growing number of college campuses have wireless ____ on campus that allow students to use their PCs to connect wirelessly to the college network and the Internet from anywhere on campus.

To begin to use a computer, the user first turns on the power by pressing the power button, and then the computer displays a prompt for the user to decide the next course of action.

____ refers to typing your entire e-mail message or discussion group post using only capital letters.

Discuss the role of computers on the job.

A(n) display screen can be defined as a programmable, electronic device that accepts data, performs operations on that data, presents the results, and can store the data or results as needed. _________________________

In addition to the four primary computer operations, today's computers typically also perform ____ functions.

There are independent Web sites (such as the ____ Web site) that report on the validity of current online rumors and stories.