Discovering Computers Chapter 1 Quiz
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Which of these is NOT a typical example of a storage device?

  • Cloud Storage
  • Web Server (correct)
  • Hard Disk Drive
  • Solid-State Drive

    • Which of the following is a collection of related webpages?

  • Website (correct)
  • Browser
  • Web Server
  • Search Engine

    • What is the term used to describe the process of setting up software to work with a computer?

  • Installing (correct)
  • Running
  • Interacting
  • Developing

    • What term refers to the collection of computers and devices connected together, often wirelessly, via communications devices and transmission media?

    <p>Network (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following software finds websites, webpages, images, videos, news, maps, and other information related to a specific topic?

    <p>Search engine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of wireless communication technology?

    <p>FTP (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a strategy for green computing?

    <p>Using a computer to purchase items online (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is an example of a communications device?

    <p>Modem (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT categorized as a technology user?

    <p>Social Media User (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT generally considered a use of technology in society?

    <p>Gardening (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common communication technology mentioned in the reading?

    <p>File Sharing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of malware that poses a risk to digital security?

    <p>Spam (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following technologies is NOT used in a home network?

    <p>Videoconferencing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a business network?

    <p>To facilitate communications and collaboration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of storage mentioned in the reading?

    <p>Memory Card (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common practice involved in extending the life of computers and promoting green computing?

    <p>Upgrading software regularly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of an output device?

    <p>To convey information from a computer to users (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates a laptop from a desktop computer?

    <p>Laptops are designed for mobility and convenience (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes digital convergence?

    <p>The combination of multiple technologies into a single device or platform (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of input device is a scanner classified as?

    <p>A light-sensing device (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which device is specifically designed to produce physical items?

    <p>3-D printer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does voice input function as a method of data entry?

    <p>It allows commands and data to be entered through spoken words (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a browser?

    <p>To access and view content on the web (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing feature of wearable devices?

    <p>They are designed to be worn on the body (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does memory in a computer primarily do?

    <p>Stores instructions and data temporarily for quick access (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following devices is primarily intended to provide audio output?

    <p>Speaker (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the relationship between data and information imply?

    <p>Data can exist without being processed into information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of an operating system?

    <p>To manage computer hardware and software resources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does technology impact education?

    <p>It provides new tools and resources for learning (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason why networks are important for businesses?

    <p>They facilitate communication and data sharing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Course Information

    • Course name: MNG 1202 - Computer Studies
    • Instructor: Rondel McArthur
    • Email: [email protected]

    Discovering Computers 2016

    • Chapter 1: Introducing Today's Technologies

    Objectives Overview

    • Differentiate among laptops, tablets, desktops, and servers
    • Briefly explain various input options
    • Describe the purpose and uses of smartphones, digital cameras, portable and digital media players, e-book readers, wearable devices, and game devices
    • Differentiate the web from the Internet, and describe the relationship among the web, webpages, websites, and web servers
    • Describe the relationship between data and information
    • Explain the purpose of a browser, a search engine, and an online social network
    • Briefly describe digital security risks associated with viruses and other malware, privacy, your health, and the environment
    • Differentiate between an operating system and applications
    • Discuss how society uses technology in education, government, finance, retail, entertainment, health care, science, travel, publishing, and manufacturing
    • Differentiate between wired and wireless technologies, and identify reasons individuals and businesses use networks
    • Identify technology used by home users, small/home office users, mobile users, power users, and enterprise users

    Today's Technology

    • Technology is constantly changing
    • Digital literacy is crucial to keep up with these changes
    • Digital literacy involves current knowledge and understanding of computers, mobile devices, the web, and related technologies

    Computers

    • A computer is an electronic device operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory
    • Computers accept data (input), process it, and produce information (output)
    • Types of computers: Laptop, Tablet, Desktop, and All-in-One, Server

    Mobile and Game Devices

    • Examples of mobile and game devices: Smartphone, Digital camera, Portable and digital media player, E-book reader, Wearable device, Game device

    Digital Convergence

    • A trend where computers and devices use overlapping technologies

    Data and Information

    • Data is entered by a cashier into a computer system
    • The computer processes the data to produce information
    • The information is used to create a receipt
    • The steps for processing the data into information are described

    Input

    • Keyboard: Input device with keys to enter data and instructions
      • Different types of keyboards: Desktop, Laptop, on-screen, mini, virtual
    • Pointing device: Input device for controlling a pointer on the screen
      • Types: Mouse, touchpad
    • Mobile devices and computers support voice input for instructions, and capture live full-motion images using video input.
    • Scanner: Input device that converts printed text and images into a form the computer can process.

    Output

    • Printer: Output device that produces text and graphics on a physical medium
      • Types of printers: 3D printers
    • Display: Output device used to show text, graphics, and video information
      • Types of displays: Smartphone, Digital camera display, Tablet, Laptop, Monitor
    • Speakers/Earbuds/Headphones: Output devices for audio information

    Memory and Storage

    • Memory is used to store instructions and data in a computer
    • Computers use storage media to hold data, instructions and information

    Storage

    • Types of storage: Hard Disk, Solid-State Drive, USB Flash Drive, Memory Card, Optical Disc, Cloud Storage

    The Web

    • The Internet is a global network of computer networks that connect businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, and individuals.
    • The World Wide Web (or web) is a global library of information available to anyone who is connected to the Internet
    • The web is made up of linked electronic documents called webpages
    • Websites are collections of related webpages
    • A web server delivers requested webpages to your computer
    • Browsers allow access and viewing of webpages
    • Search engines are software programs to locate websites, webpages and other information

    The Web (continued)

    • Search engine: software to find websites, webpages, images, videos, news, maps, and other information on a specific topic
    • Online Social Network: Facilitates sharing of interests, ideas, stories, photos, music, and videos among members.

    Digital Safety and Security

    • It is important that users protect their computers and mobile devices from threats.
    • Examples of threats include viruses and other malware, privacy issues, health concerns, and environmental issues.
    • Green computing aims to reduce electricity consumption and waste generated by computers by recycling; adapting energy-efficient hardware, and extending the useful life of computers.

    Programs and Apps

    • Installing a program is setting it up on the computer or mobile device, including connecting to the printer, and other hardware devices.
    • Programs can be used with a user-interface.
    • Software developers create programs and apps to give computers or mobile devices instructions to process data effectively.

    Communications and Networks

    • Communications devices transfer data from computers and devices to transmission media via cables and wireless technologies.
    • Various communication technologies are available for transfer of information, such as chat rooms, email, fax, FTP, GPS, instant messaging, the Internet, newsgroups, RSS, video conferencing, voice mail, VoIP, Wireless Internet access points, and wireless messaging services.
    • Networks are a collection of computers connected together, often wirelessly, via network devices and transmission media.

    Communications and Networks (continued)

    • Types of Networks: Home Networks and Business Networks
    • Technology Uses: Education, Government, Finance, Retail, Entertainment, Health Care, Science, Travel, Publishing, Manufacturing
    • Technology Users: Home User, Small/Home Office User, Mobile User, Power User, Enterprise User.

    Chapter Summary

    • Summary of basic computer concepts, input, output, memory, storage; digital security and safety precautions; uses of technology applications in society; and Internet.

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    Test your knowledge on the basics of today's technologies with this quiz based on Chapter 1 of Discovering Computers 2016. From understanding different devices like laptops and tablets to exploring the web's structure, this quiz covers key concepts you need to know in computer studies. Assess your understanding of digital safety and the role of technology in society.

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