Question 1

Most computers are equipped with a(n) mouse as the primary input device.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The main processor in a computer is called the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  GUI 
B)  CPU 
C)  LAN 
D)  PC

Question 3

Provide at least five different suggestions for how to protect your privacy online.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Provide at least five different suggestions for...

Question 4

All of the following are true EXCEPT ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  e-mail is based on store-and-forward technology 
B)  a file that travels with an email message is called an email attachment 
C)  clicking Reply All sends your message to everyone who received the original message including the Bcc recipients. 
D)  you can use to send a message to a number of people at the same time.

Question 5

What are digitization, the digital revolution, and digital convergence, and how do they affect your life?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What are digitization, the digital revolution, and...

Question 6

It is easy to get inside a tower case and swap parts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

A(n) output device and computer work together to change information into a series of electronic signals a computer can understand.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A machine that accepts input, processes and stores data, and produces output is called a(n) ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  computer 
B)  device 
C)  word processor 
D)  PC

Question 9

A(n) ____ has a touch-sensitive screen, which can be used as a writing or drawing pad.

Accepted Answer

A)  netbook 
B)  PDA 
C)  tablet 
D)  videogame console

Question 10

Much of a program for a Web app runs on a distant computer, often called the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  cloud 
B)  system 
C)  network 
D)  search

Question 11

The accompanying figure is an example of a(n) ____ computer.

Accepted Answer

A)  tablet 
B)  tower 
C)  notebook 
D)  all-in-one

Question 12

Only a workstation or mainframe can be configured to perform the work of a server.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

All cell phones are examples of a personal computer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The accompanying figure is an example of a(n) ____ computer.

Accepted Answer

A)  all-in-one 
B)  notebook 
C)  tower 
D)  netbook

Question 15

____ messages are typed messages you send using your smartphone or mobile device.

Accepted Answer

A)  Public 
B)  Blog 
C)  Attached 
D)  Text

Question 16

To turn off the computer, simply press the power switch.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A(n) ____ drive works with CDs, DVDs, and BDs.

Accepted Answer

A)  hard 
B)  optical 
C)  magnetic 
D)  flash

Question 18

The accompanying figure is an example of a(n) ____ computer.

Accepted Answer

A)  all-in-one 
B)  notebook 
C)  tower 
D)  netbook

Question 19

The digital convergence is an ongoing process of social, political, and economic change brought about by digital technology.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

A(n) ____________________ is a scaled-down version of notebook and offers more portability.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ____________________ is a scaled-down version of...

Exam 1: Computer and Internet Basics

Most computers are equipped with a(n) mouse as the primary input device.

The main processor in a computer is called the ____.

Provide at least five different suggestions for how to protect your privacy online.

All of the following are true EXCEPT ____.

What are digitization, the digital revolution, and digital convergence, and how do they affect your life?

It is easy to get inside a tower case and swap parts.

A(n) output device and computer work together to change information into a series of electronic signals a computer can understand.

A machine that accepts input, processes and stores data, and produces output is called a(n) ____.

A(n) ____ has a touch-sensitive screen, which can be used as a writing or drawing pad.

Much of a program for a Web app runs on a distant computer, often called the ____.

The accompanying figure is an example of a(n) ____ computer.

Only a workstation or mainframe can be configured to perform the work of a server.

All cell phones are examples of a personal computer.

The accompanying figure is an example of a(n) ____ computer.

____ messages are typed messages you send using your smartphone or mobile device.

To turn off the computer, simply press the power switch.

A(n) ____ drive works with CDs, DVDs, and BDs.

The accompanying figure is an example of a(n) ____ computer.

The digital convergence is an ongoing process of social, political, and economic change brought about by digital technology.

A(n) ____________________ is a scaled-down version of notebook and offers more portability.