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What significant event marked the beginning of personal computer availability?

The introduction of e-mail
The release of personal computers in 1976 (correct)
Commercial Internet use in 1995
World War II

What was a primary reason for the increase in computer ownership during the digital revolution?

The introduction of mobile devices
Availability of video games
The Internet being opened to public use (correct)
Development of personal computers

In what year did commercial Internet use begin?

1995 (correct)
2000
1990
2005

What were the initial primary users of early computer networks?

Business corporates and schools (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which social networking option was mentioned as a service for posting short text messages?

Twitter (D) Signup and view all the answers

What advantage do wireless networks provide over traditional networks?

Enhanced flexibility and accessibility (A) Signup and view all the answers

What form of electronic communication gained popularity alongside the Internet's public availability?

E-mail (C) Signup and view all the answers

How were the first computer networks described compared to later networks?

Complicated and primarily local (A) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the digital revolution?

An ongoing change driven by digital technology (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which technologies are central to the digital revolution?

Computers, communications networks, and digitization (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of digital electronics in the development of digital devices?

They allow for the development of smaller, affordable electronic devices (A) Signup and view all the answers

When did consumers first encounter digital electronics?

Initially with the introduction of digital watches in 1972 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was a key factor in making electronic devices smaller and less expensive during the digital revolution?

The development of transistors and integrated circuits (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of a digital electronic device?

Mechanical typewriters (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did the internet influence the digital revolution?

It played a significant role in enhancing global communications (C) Signup and view all the answers

What types of devices incorporate digital electronics today?

A wide range of devices including cars and household appliances (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the World Wide Web?

To provide access to linked documents, graphics, and sounds over the Internet (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes digitization?

The process of converting various forms of information into digital data (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does technological convergence refer to?

Combining distinct technologies into a single product (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of computer basics, what does processing refer to?

Performing operations on the entered data (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following devices is classified as an input device?

Scanner (B) Signup and view all the answers

What role does an output device serve in a computer system?

It presents processed information in a human-readable format (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly outlines the information processing cycle?

Input -> Processing -> Output -> Storage (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the motherboard in a computer?

To facilitate communication between various hardware components (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary characteristic of CRT monitors?

They resemble televisions. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of printer is characterized by the print head contacting the paper?

Impact printer (C) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an inkjet printer from a laser printer?

Inserts dots of ink onto paper. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does a multifunction printer differ from standard printers?

It combines multiple functionalities. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a notable feature of a plotter?

It employs a pen to draw on paper. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of printer is not commonly used today due to its characteristics?

Impact printer (A) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect determines the print quality of a laser printer?

Dots per inch (dpi). (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of monitor is characterized as expensive but space-efficient?

LCD Monitor (D) Signup and view all the answers

Digital Revolution

A period of rapid technological advancement driven by digital tools like computers and the internet, leading to profound social, economic, and political changes.

Convergence

The integration of different technologies and devices into a single system, enabling seamless communication and data sharing.

Digital Electronics

Electronic circuits that represent data using binary digits (0s and 1s) to perform logical and mathematical operations.