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Module 1
Discovering Computers 2018
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Computer Science
Undergraduate 1
09/15/2018

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Digital ______ includes music, photos, and videos.
Definition
media
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C++ and JavaScript are examples of programming languages.
Definition
true
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Posts on Twitter form a blog because of its journal format.
Definition
true
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Storage consists of electronic components that store instructions and data waiting to be executed.
Definition
false
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A mouse is an example of a(n) ______ device.
Definition
pointing
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In the educational practice of BYOD, what does D stand for?
Definition
device
Term
If you want to connect multiple devices together in your home to share a single Internet connection and devices such as a printer, what should you do?
Definition
network your computers and devices
Term
Which of the following is NOT recommended advice to protect your computer from malware?
Definition
Remove firewall software and hardware.
Term
Digital device ______ is the trend of computers and devices with technologies that overlap.
Definition
convergence
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You interact with a program through its user ______.
Definition
interface
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Most e-book reader models have a touch screen, and some are Internet capable.
Definition
true
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Crowdsourcing is the practice of involving a large group of people to collectively contribute time, services, funds, expertise, or ideas.
Definition
true
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Gaming consoles are more portable than handheld gaming devices.
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false
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By subscribing to an ISP, you can connect to the Internet through your computers and mobile devices.
Definition
true
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What is described as having a current knowledge of computers, mobile devices, the web, and related technologies?
Definition
digital literacy
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Flash memory has many moving parts, making it less durable and shock resistant than other types of media.
Definition
false
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Which Internet communication service can you use to speak to other users over the Internet?
Definition
VoIP
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Which of the following is given as a reason for the popularity of video games?
Definition
the social aspect
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With streaming media, you access the media content while it downloads.
Definition
true
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Which Internet communication service can you use to transfer items to and from other computers on the Internet?
Definition
FTP
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Most people feel that they should be asked before someone posts a picture of them online.
Definition
true
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A study concluded that drivers using hands-free technologies are distracted, miss visual clues, and have slower reaction times. 
Definition
true
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A headset contains both a microphone and a speaker.
Definition
true
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What is a person called who can accomplish many types of daily tasks using technology?
Definition
tech savvy
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Which of the following is NOT true about memory and storage?
Definition
Most memory keeps data and instructions permanently.
Term
A(n) ______ system is a set of programs that coordinates all the activities among computer or mobile device hardware.
Definition
operating
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A(n) ______ disk is a storage device that contains one or more inflexible, circular platters that use magnetic particles to store data, instructions, and information.
Definition
hard
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Google is an example of a search engine.
Definition
true
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A common way to move an object from one location to another using a mouse is to ______.
Definition
drag
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Trojan horses and zombies are examples of ______.
Definition
malware
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A computer accepts data, called output.
Definition
false
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Parvati wants to find out more information about purchasing a computer, so she performs a web search.

 

Definition
She will enter the desired search text in the Query box.
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Several words separated by spaces used in place of a password are called what?
Definition
passphrases
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Without a built-in card slot, you cannot transfer stored items from a memory card to a computer or printer.
Definition
false
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Which of the following best describes the term, the Internet of Things?
Definition

 

The ability of everyday devices to transmit data to and from the Internet using sensors.
Term
When you ______ computers and mobile devices, you match the files in two or more locations with each other.
Definition
sync
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With an all-in-one computer the display device is separate from the tower.
Definition
false
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Individuals suffering from technology overload feel distressed when deprived of computers and mobile devices.
Definition
true
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Activity trackers and smartwatches are two types of ______ devices.
Definition
wearable
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Keyboards for mobile devices contain the same number of keys as desktop keyboards.
Definition
false
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Gennie has just gotten her first smartphone with a touch screen. Mia is giving her a lesson on how to use the touch screen.

 

Gennie wants to zoom in. Mia tells her she should ______.
Definition
stretch
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Which of the following is NOT a basic function of a computer?
Definition
produce input
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Which of the following is most likely to require use of a server, desktop, and industry-specific handheld computer, and is most likely to use spreadsheets, databases, and accounting software?
Definition
enterprise user
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Twitter and LinkedIn are examples of what kind of website?
Definition
online social network
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A(n) ______ is an output device that visually conveys text, graphics, and video information.
Definition
display
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A common way to display a shortcut menu using a mouse is to ______.
Definition
right-click
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www.cengagebrain.com is an example of a valid web ______.
Definition
address
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CDs and DVDs are two types of ______ discs.
Definition
optical
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Which of the following is NOT true about digital cameras?
Definition
To record video, you must purchase a separate digital video camera.
Term
Which of the following best describes how you can use Facebook?
Definition
Share messages, interests, activities, events, photos, and other personal information with family and friends.
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