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Which file classification indicates that it cannot be seen in a regular directory?
Which file classification indicates that it cannot be seen in a regular directory?
- Read-only file
- Hidden file (correct)
- Executable file
- System file
What does ASCII stand for in data classification?
What does ASCII stand for in data classification?
- Analytic System for Coding Information
- Alternate Script Code for Interior Indicators
- American Standard Code for Information Interchange (correct)
- Adaptive Standard Character Internationalization
Which character encoding system supports approximately a million characters?
Which character encoding system supports approximately a million characters?
- Extended Binary Coded Decimal Interchange Code
- ASCII
- ANSI Code
- Unicode (correct)
What type of data categorizes images characterized using an image scanner or digital camera?
What type of data categorizes images characterized using an image scanner or digital camera?
Which image format was developed by CompuServe and supports animated images?
Which image format was developed by CompuServe and supports animated images?
Which of the following is a characteristic of graphical objects?
Which of the following is a characteristic of graphical objects?
What is a distinguishing feature of Portable Network Graphics (PNG)?
What is a distinguishing feature of Portable Network Graphics (PNG)?
Which input device is NOT typically used to create alphanumeric characters?
Which input device is NOT typically used to create alphanumeric characters?
What does data represent in computer terms?
What does data represent in computer terms?
Which of the following describes a file format?
Which of the following describes a file format?
What is the function of metadata in a file?
What is the function of metadata in a file?
Which of the following best describes a file extension?
Which of the following best describes a file extension?
What do file attributes control in a computer system?
What do file attributes control in a computer system?
Which file type can be categorized as an image file?
Which file type can be categorized as an image file?
What does the term 'file association' refer to?
What does the term 'file association' refer to?
Which file attribute would prevent changes to a file?
Which file attribute would prevent changes to a file?
What is a key feature of JPEG images?
What is a key feature of JPEG images?
What role does a codec play in video formats?
What role does a codec play in video formats?
What does quantization do in the process of converting analog sound to digital?
What does quantization do in the process of converting analog sound to digital?
Which of the following describes a Boolean data type?
Which of the following describes a Boolean data type?
What is a characteristic of PNG images?
What is a characteristic of PNG images?
How does the Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) function?
How does the Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) function?
Which data type allows for user-defined values in programming?
Which data type allows for user-defined values in programming?
What does encoding do in the digitization process?
What does encoding do in the digitization process?
What characterizes real/float numbers?
What characterizes real/float numbers?
What does a lossless algorithm do?
What does a lossless algorithm do?
Which statement describes lossy algorithms?
Which statement describes lossy algorithms?
How does a lossless algorithm differ from a lossy algorithm?
How does a lossless algorithm differ from a lossy algorithm?
What would be the implication of using a lossy algorithm for audio files?
What would be the implication of using a lossy algorithm for audio files?
Which of the following is a correct statement regarding data compression?
Which of the following is a correct statement regarding data compression?
In what circumstance is a lossy algorithm typically preferred?
In what circumstance is a lossy algorithm typically preferred?
What is a potential drawback of using lossy compression?
What is a potential drawback of using lossy compression?
Study Notes
Data Formats
- Data is represented in bits (0s and 1s) and can be anything from files to instructions.
- User input occurs via devices like keyboards and mice, allowing for editing, storing, and deleting data.
General Considerations for Data
- File Type: Refers to the specific category of a file, including:
- Audio and video files
- Image files
- Compressed files
- Executable files
- File Name: A unique identifier for a file.
- File Extension: Identifies the file type with a 1- to 4-letter suffix.
- File Format: The structure of a file, typically includes header, metadata, and content organization.
- Metadata: Additional information about the file’s content, e.g., JPEG dimensions and creation date.
- File Attributes: Settings that control access rights:
- Read-only
- Archive
- System
- Hidden
Classifications of Data
- Can be classified as alphanumeric characters, visual images, audio, or internal computer data.
Data as Alphanumeric Characters
- Entered via keyboards and similar devices.
- Common encoding standards include:
- ASCII: Standard character encoding with 8-bit extensions for additional symbols.
- EBCDIC: Developed by IBM for mainframe systems.
- Unicode: Supports approximately one million characters through multi-bit encodings.
Data as Visual Data
- Bitmap Objects: Represent images like photographs; created using scanners or cameras.
- Graphical Objects: Images defined geometrically.
- Popular image formats:
- GIF: Supports animation, limited to 256 colors.
- PNG: Lossless format with transparency and color depth.
- JPEG: Uses compression for detailed photographs; may reduce resolution.
Data as Audio Data
- Analog sound converted to digital using the Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC).
- Conversion involves sampling, quantization, and encoding.
- Each sample results in a binary equivalent.
Internal Computer Data
- Represented in programming languages; key data types include:
- Boolean (true/false)
- Char (character codes)
- Enumerated types (user-defined)
- Integer (whole numbers)
- Real/Float (numbers with decimals)
Data Compression
- Lossless Compression: Restores original data without loss.
- Lossy Compression: Accepts data degradation for reduced storage and transmission costs.
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Description
This quiz covers the fundamentals of data formats in computer systems, explaining how data is represented and manipulated within a computer. Participants will learn about the role of various input devices and how data is processed, stored, and modified. Test your understanding of these key concepts in IT.
