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A digital citizen is familiar with how to use technology to become an educated and productive member of the digital world.
A digital citizen is familiar with how to use technology to become an educated and productive member of the digital world.
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A smart refrigerator can use _____ to detect when you are running low on milk and then send a reminder to you on a wireless network.
A smart refrigerator can use _____ to detect when you are running low on milk and then send a reminder to you on a wireless network.
Akira has a mobility impairment that makes it difficult to type on a keyboard. What technology can she use to type written documents without using a keyboard?
Akira has a mobility impairment that makes it difficult to type on a keyboard. What technology can she use to type written documents without using a keyboard?
An intelligent workplace uses technology to allow workers to be productive whether they are in the office or working from home.
An intelligent workplace uses technology to allow workers to be productive whether they are in the office or working from home.
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An intelligent workplace uses technology to enable workers to connect to the company's network, communicate with each other, use productivity software and apps, and meet via web conferencing.
An intelligent workplace uses technology to enable workers to connect to the company's network, communicate with each other, use productivity software and apps, and meet via web conferencing.
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How will Andy's doctor's use of mobile health (mHealth) help him get his diabetes under control?
How will Andy's doctor's use of mobile health (mHealth) help him get his diabetes under control?
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How can Dave and Pietro's professor use technology to allow them to complete the course?
How can Dave and Pietro's professor use technology to allow them to complete the course?
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Embedded computers usually are small and have limited hardware but enhance the capabilities of everyday devices.
Embedded computers usually are small and have limited hardware but enhance the capabilities of everyday devices.
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If you want to become a digital citizen, you only have to buy a piece of technology.
If you want to become a digital citizen, you only have to buy a piece of technology.
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How would you describe an intelligent workplace?
How would you describe an intelligent workplace?
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What technology can collect information to make decisions, reach conclusions, and combine information in new ways?
What technology can collect information to make decisions, reach conclusions, and combine information in new ways?
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Which of the following is an example of green computing?
Which of the following is an example of green computing?
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Which of the following is the science that combines technology and engineering?
Which of the following is the science that combines technology and engineering?
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Which of the following technologies assists users that have a visual disability?
Which of the following technologies assists users that have a visual disability?
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New cars use embedded computers to make driving safer.
New cars use embedded computers to make driving safer.
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Which option lists the computer components in order from oldest to newest?
Which option lists the computer components in order from oldest to newest?
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Why do companies use online collaborative productivity software?
Why do companies use online collaborative productivity software?
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What is the gap between those who have access to technology and its resources and information, especially on the internet?
What is the gap between those who have access to technology and its resources and information, especially on the internet?
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Which of the following is NOT a factor search engines consider when ranking results?
Which of the following is NOT a factor search engines consider when ranking results?
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E-commerce sites use Transport Layer Security to encrypt data and protect you from fraud and identity theft.
E-commerce sites use Transport Layer Security to encrypt data and protect you from fraud and identity theft.
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Information literacy means you can evaluate whether online information is biased, misleading, or out of date.
Information literacy means you can evaluate whether online information is biased, misleading, or out of date.
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Online classified ads are an example of C2C e-commerce.
Online classified ads are an example of C2C e-commerce.
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Steffie needs to find the domain name of the webpage she is currently viewing. To do this, she needs to look at the address bar of the browser.
Steffie needs to find the domain name of the webpage she is currently viewing. To do this, she needs to look at the address bar of the browser.
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In a web app, where is data usually stored?
In a web app, where is data usually stored?
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Which of these is not an input device?
Which of these is not an input device?
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What should you do if a headset plugged into your computer is not working properly?
What should you do if a headset plugged into your computer is not working properly?
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Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?
Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?
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Which of the following is a necessary step in maintaining computer hardware?
Which of the following is a necessary step in maintaining computer hardware?
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Which of the following types of RAM needs to be constantly recharged to retain the contents?
Which of the following types of RAM needs to be constantly recharged to retain the contents?
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What factors should Daniel consider for playing games on a computer?
What factors should Daniel consider for playing games on a computer?
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What printer is commonly used to produce high quality professional drawings such as architectural blueprints?
What printer is commonly used to produce high quality professional drawings such as architectural blueprints?
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A CPU converts the data entered through the keyboard output displayed on the monitor.
A CPU converts the data entered through the keyboard output displayed on the monitor.
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If you press the key corresponding to letter A on the keyboard, what process is carried out inside the CPU to display the letter on the screen?
If you press the key corresponding to letter A on the keyboard, what process is carried out inside the CPU to display the letter on the screen?
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When should a user consider restoring the operating system?
When should a user consider restoring the operating system?
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Most computers can operate normally in extreme temperatures and withstand high humidity and power fluctuations.
Most computers can operate normally in extreme temperatures and withstand high humidity and power fluctuations.
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What is the most common type of storage device for transferring files from one computer to another?
What is the most common type of storage device for transferring files from one computer to another?
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Peripheral devices, like a USB flash drive, are generally connected to your computer through ports.
Peripheral devices, like a USB flash drive, are generally connected to your computer through ports.
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What is the first step to performing hardware maintenance?
What is the first step to performing hardware maintenance?
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When Alice turned on her laptop this morning, the screen displayed only colorful horizontal lines. What is most likely to have the problem?
When Alice turned on her laptop this morning, the screen displayed only colorful horizontal lines. What is most likely to have the problem?
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It is advised to fully charge the battery of a laptop before using it for the first time.
It is advised to fully charge the battery of a laptop before using it for the first time.
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A device driver is a program that controls a device attached to the computer.
A device driver is a program that controls a device attached to the computer.
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Which of these is an optical medium of storage?
Which of these is an optical medium of storage?
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A joystick is a pen-type input device used to draw and tap icons.
A joystick is a pen-type input device used to draw and tap icons.
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An _________ contains the instructions your computer/device needs to run programs and apps.
An _________ contains the instructions your computer/device needs to run programs and apps.
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Folder names should _______.
Folder names should _______.
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Digital information processed into a useful form is called
Digital information processed into a useful form is called
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What type of window are you opening when you click the Start button on the Windows desktop, and then click the name of the app?
What type of window are you opening when you click the Start button on the Windows desktop, and then click the name of the app?
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Before you can open and edit a compressed file, you need to zip it.
Before you can open and edit a compressed file, you need to zip it.
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How can you display the main folders on a Windows computer?
How can you display the main folders on a Windows computer?
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During the boot process, what does the processor do after the computer circuits receive power?
During the boot process, what does the processor do after the computer circuits receive power?
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An operating system is also called a
An operating system is also called a
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When you save a Microsoft Office file to OneDrive, where are you saving it?
When you save a Microsoft Office file to OneDrive, where are you saving it?
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In Windows, you use _______ to reorder, move, and navigate between folders.
In Windows, you use _______ to reorder, move, and navigate between folders.
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A ________ protects your device against unauthorized access.
A ________ protects your device against unauthorized access.
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When Liam went to print his presentation, the boot process established the connection to the printer, sent the presentation to the printer, and let other software know the printer was busy.
When Liam went to print his presentation, the boot process established the connection to the printer, sent the presentation to the printer, and let other software know the printer was busy.
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A file manager is used for all of the following except_____.
A file manager is used for all of the following except_____.
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If you add a slideshow to play as your desktop theme, you have customized your system software.
If you add a slideshow to play as your desktop theme, you have customized your system software.
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Compressing a file is also called ______ the file.
Compressing a file is also called ______ the file.
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What is the main purpose of an operating system?
What is the main purpose of an operating system?
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Big data is processed using relational databases.
Big data is processed using relational databases.
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For an interview, Sean needs to familiarize himself with database software but cannot afford to purchase any software. Which of these app suites should he download?
For an interview, Sean needs to familiarize himself with database software but cannot afford to purchase any software. Which of these app suites should he download?
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When Florence joins her father's construction business, she realizes all the transactions are still done and maintained on paper. What should she do to establish a system where data can be looked up immediately and transparency can be maintained?
When Florence joins her father's construction business, she realizes all the transactions are still done and maintained on paper. What should she do to establish a system where data can be looked up immediately and transparency can be maintained?
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Samantha plans to self-publish her book on her website. What app should she use to design the cover?
Samantha plans to self-publish her book on her website. What app should she use to design the cover?
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Logan is considering web app development as a career option. Which of the following languages does he not need to master?
Logan is considering web app development as a career option. Which of the following languages does he not need to master?
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Jim wants to develop an app for a specific purpose that would run even when his computer is not connected to the Internet. What type of app should he develop?
Jim wants to develop an app for a specific purpose that would run even when his computer is not connected to the Internet. What type of app should he develop?
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How can you check data on devices connected through an IoT network?
How can you check data on devices connected through an IoT network?
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Patricia has started a new interior design business and wants to store designs in the cloud so her clients can review them. Which of the following apps should she use for cloud storage?
Patricia has started a new interior design business and wants to store designs in the cloud so her clients can review them. Which of the following apps should she use for cloud storage?
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Pierre has entered marks obtained by the students in all the classes he teaches in a spreadsheet. Now he wants to highlight some data according to his specifications. Which spreadsheet feature should he use?
Pierre has entered marks obtained by the students in all the classes he teaches in a spreadsheet. Now he wants to highlight some data according to his specifications. Which spreadsheet feature should he use?
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Local applications can be accessed only on the computers on which they are installed.
Local applications can be accessed only on the computers on which they are installed.
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Each slide in a presentation has a layout that includes placeholders for certain types of content.
Each slide in a presentation has a layout that includes placeholders for certain types of content.
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Lauren wants to write short articles and post them online. If she has an Internet connection, what software can help her do her work?
Lauren wants to write short articles and post them online. If she has an Internet connection, what software can help her do her work?
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Martha has been appointed as the Data Security Manager of her organization. The company wants her to develop a customized app to remove viruses from infected systems without connecting to the network. What type of app should she focus on developing?
Martha has been appointed as the Data Security Manager of her organization. The company wants her to develop a customized app to remove viruses from infected systems without connecting to the network. What type of app should she focus on developing?
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Study Notes
Digital Citizenship and Technology Use
- A digital citizen effectively utilizes technology for education and productivity.
- Speech recognition software assists individuals with mobility impairments in typing.
- Online collaborative productivity software enables document sharing and editing among employees.
Intelligent Workplaces
- Intelligent workplaces leverage technology for productivity, whether in-office or remote.
- Technology in such workplaces connects employees to networks and facilitates communication.
Medical Technology
- Mobile health (mHealth) tools provide reminders for medication and health checks to patients like Andy with diabetes.
Embedded Computers
- Embedded computers are compact and enhance device functionality in everyday gadgets and vehicles.
Digital Divide
- The digital divide refers to the gap between those with access to technology and those without.
E-commerce and Security
- E-commerce websites utilize Transport Layer Security to safeguard user data from fraud and identity theft.
- Online classified ads exemplify consumer-to-consumer (C2C) e-commerce.
Storage and File Management
- Files are often managed through file managers, which assist in navigation and organization of folders.
- USB flash drives are the common devices for file transfer between computers.
Computer Components and Functions
- Operating systems are essential for coordinating computer resources and activities.
- The processor runs the bootstrap program during the boot process after power is received.
Data and Information Processing
- Digital output refers to processed information that serves practical applications.
- Big data comprises large unstructured data collections that exceed the capacity of relational databases.
Software and App Development
- Apache OpenOffice provides free database software for budget-conscious users.
- Native apps, unlike web apps, can function offline without an Internet connection.
Cloud Storage Applications
- Drop Box is recommended for storing and sharing files in the cloud for easy client access.
Presentation and Design Tools
- Graphics apps are appropriate for designing content such as book covers or presentations.
- Each slide in a presentation template includes placeholders for organized content display.
Technology Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Regular hardware maintenance involves using surge protectors and cleaning components.
- Updating device drivers resolves connectivity issues with peripherals.
Data Literacy and Evaluation
- Information literacy is the ability to critically evaluate online information for biases or inaccuracies.
- Conditional formatting in spreadsheets allows users to highlight data based on specific criteria.
Types of Applications
- Users can benefit from portable apps designed for virus removal without network connectivity, ideal for data security management.
Application Suitability
- Zoho Writer supports online article writing, making it suitable for writers with Internet access.
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Test your knowledge with these final flashcards on the introductory concepts of computers. From digital citizenship to smart technology, this quiz covers key terminology and definitions essential for understanding the digital world. Perfect for a quick review before your final exam!
