Question 1

Hardware consists of computer programs that provide instructions to a computer so that it can perform a desired task.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The GUI allows users to enter commands by clicking on icons on the computer screen or by tapping or swiping them on devices with a touch screen.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Compare and contrast intranets and extranets.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Compare and contrast intranets and extranets....

Question 4

What is the advantage of using cloud computing?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is accessible to all your friends and family. 
B)  It stores large files without taking up valuable space on a computer's hard drive. 
C)  It is very secure from hackers. 
D)  It is very reliable.

Question 5

Piracy of intellectual property occurs when someone reproduces and distributes copyrighted work without obtaining permission from-or providing compensation to-the owner of the copyrighted material.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

According to Microsoft, which of the following is an example of a "strong password"?

Accepted Answer

A)  scrappydog 
B)  use2bL8 
C)  T00T4Can@dians! 
D)  CanadarocksOhYah!

Question 7

Electronic bill presentment and payment is a method in which bills are sent to customers via e-mail. Many banks offer this service.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What do we call computer programs that provide instructions for a computer to execute a desired task?

Accepted Answer

A)  software 
B)  hardware 
C)  extranets 
D)  intranets

Question 9

Which of the following installs itself on a computer without the user's knowledge or permission for the purpose of tracking the user's behaviour?

Accepted Answer

A)  adware 
B)  freeware 
C)  cyberware 
D)  spyware

Question 10

What is viral marketing? Provide an example.

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is viral marketing? Provide an example....

Question 11

Which of the following does an operating system provide?

Accepted Answer

A)  the applications software such as spreadsheets, databases, and word processors 
B)  the interface that enables users to interact with the computer 
C)  the hard drive to store data on 
D)  the Internet network card that enables users to connect to the Internet

Question 12

The main purpose of RFID chips is to transmit a serial number that uniquely identifies a person, product, or device.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

According to Microsoft's criteria, 4&nrU3r#999888 is a good example of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  a strong password 
B)  an RFID identity tag 
C)  a product authorization code 
D)  a serial number

Question 14

To protect your computer from spyware and viruses remove the hard drive before accessing the Internet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Margot Reed works for a major manufacturer that is having trouble tracking components and materials as they move through its supply chain. Margot wants to find a technology that will uniquely identify items to simplify the tracking process. She is likely to be interested in considering RFID chips to solve this problem.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The basic difference between computer viruses on the one hand and spyware on the other is that a virus has the ability to spread automatically to other computers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following is a network confined to sites on internal Web servers and only available to individuals within an organization?

Accepted Answer

A)  Internet 
B)  whispernet 
C)  closed network 
D)  intranet

Question 18

How can you protect yourself from spyware and viruses?

Accepted Answer

A)  visit lots of websites so as to confuse the hacker 
B)  use the same operating system for as long as you can as you have already set the security settings 
C)  when opening e-mail attachments, save them to your hard drive right away 
D)  perform regular backups and store these in a separate place

Question 19

A network links computer resources using either a wired or wireless connection.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Performing timely backups, updating operating systems regularly, and not opening e-mails or attachments from people you do not know are just a few suggestions to accomplish which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  They can maximize memory capabilities for future product upgrades. 
B)  They can preserve the memory in your computer. 
C)  They can protect your computer from viruses and online threats. 
D)  They can minimize download time while online.

Exam 15: Managing Information and Technology: Finding New Ways to Learn and Link

Hardware consists of computer programs that provide instructions to a computer so that it can perform a desired task.

The GUI allows users to enter commands by clicking on icons on the computer screen or by tapping or swiping them on devices with a touch screen.

Compare and contrast intranets and extranets.

What is the advantage of using cloud computing?

Piracy of intellectual property occurs when someone reproduces and distributes copyrighted work without obtaining permission from-or providing compensation to-the owner of the copyrighted material.

According to Microsoft, which of the following is an example of a "strong password"?

Electronic bill presentment and payment is a method in which bills are sent to customers via e-mail. Many banks offer this service.

What do we call computer programs that provide instructions for a computer to execute a desired task?

Which of the following installs itself on a computer without the user's knowledge or permission for the purpose of tracking the user's behaviour?

What is viral marketing? Provide an example.

Which of the following does an operating system provide?

The main purpose of RFID chips is to transmit a serial number that uniquely identifies a person, product, or device.

According to Microsoft's criteria, 4&nrU3r#999888 is a good example of which of the following?

To protect your computer from spyware and viruses remove the hard drive before accessing the Internet.

The basic difference between computer viruses on the one hand and spyware on the other is that a virus has the ability to spread automatically to other computers.

Which of the following is a network confined to sites on internal Web servers and only available to individuals within an organization?

How can you protect yourself from spyware and viruses?

A network links computer resources using either a wired or wireless connection.

Performing timely backups, updating operating systems regularly, and not opening e-mails or attachments from people you do not know are just a few suggestions to accomplish which of the following?