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What concerns are there about open source programs?
What concerns are there about open source programs?
Programmers will add malicious code to damage a user's system.
Why is the date a file was modified useful?
Why is the date a file was modified useful?
It identifies the most recent version.
What does an operating system provide so you can interact with a device?
What does an operating system provide so you can interact with a device?
Graphical user interface.
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of saving documents in the cloud?
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of saving documents in the cloud?
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What should you do the first time you save a file?
What should you do the first time you save a file?
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A(n) _____ protects your device against unauthorized access.
A(n) _____ protects your device against unauthorized access.
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Which of the following is an advantage of saving a file to a flash drive?
Which of the following is an advantage of saving a file to a flash drive?
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Folder names should _____.
Folder names should _____.
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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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Which operating system allows a user to add functionality and sell or give away their versions?
Which operating system allows a user to add functionality and sell or give away their versions?
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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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What does the operating system do if you try to save a file with the same name into the same folder?
What does the operating system do if you try to save a file with the same name into the same folder?
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If several programs or apps are running simultaneously, your computer or device might use up its available ____.
If several programs or apps are running simultaneously, your computer or device might use up its available ____.
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A(n) _____ contains the instructions your computer or device needs to run programs and apps.
A(n) _____ contains the instructions your computer or device needs to run programs and apps.
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If you have a file that has billions of bytes of data, then it would be measured in ____.
If you have a file that has billions of bytes of data, then it would be measured in ____.
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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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An operating system is also called a(n) ____.
An operating system is also called a(n) ____.
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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 an app?
What type of window are you opening when you click the Start button on the Windows desktop and then click the name of an app?
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Which of the following can you run to find and remove unnecessary files?
Which of the following can you run to find and remove unnecessary files?
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How is an executable file different from a data file?
How is an executable file different from a data file?
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Which property is assigned to a file by the operating system?
Which property is assigned to a file by the operating system?
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Which of the following is a step in the boot process?
Which of the following is a step in the boot process?
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Charley likes to have everything organized. How can you help her with her flash drive?
Charley likes to have everything organized. How can you help her with her flash drive?
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How do you know if a device is an input device or an output device?
How do you know if a device is an input device or an output device?
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The bootstrap program executes which of the following?
The bootstrap program executes which of the following?
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On a desktop, the _____ is the window you are currently using, and it appears in front of any other open windows.
On a desktop, the _____ is the window you are currently using, and it appears in front of any other open windows.
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When does the boot process start?
When does the boot process start?
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_____ is data and instructions entered into the memory of a device.
_____ is data and instructions entered into the memory of a device.
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Which of the following terms refers to the area of the hard drive used for virtual memory?
Which of the following terms refers to the area of the hard drive used for virtual memory?
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Samir has saved a file named Project.docx in various locations on his hard drive. What file property should he examine to find the most recent version of Project.docx?
Samir has saved a file named Project.docx in various locations on his hard drive. What file property should he examine to find the most recent version of Project.docx?
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Tikenya was able to send her PowerPoint presentation after compressing it. How were the other members able to see the presentation?
Tikenya was able to send her PowerPoint presentation after compressing it. How were the other members able to see the presentation?
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Which of the following is not a step an operating system performs when printing a document?
Which of the following is not a step an operating system performs when printing a document?
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What would you need to install if you have an app that is incompatible with your current operating system?
What would you need to install if you have an app that is incompatible with your current operating system?
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Where can you pin frequently used apps for easy access?
Where can you pin frequently used apps for easy access?
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Dominic is frustrated with his pointing device. How can you help him?
Dominic is frustrated with his pointing device. How can you help him?
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A(n) _____ is a small picture that represents a program, file, or hardware device.
A(n) _____ is a small picture that represents a program, file, or hardware device.
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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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Digital information processed into a useful form is called _____.
Digital information processed into a useful form is called _____.
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When you want to add information to a document, what role does your operating system play?
When you want to add information to a document, what role does your operating system play?
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Which of the following statements is true about the Clipboard?
Which of the following statements is true about the Clipboard?
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Compressing a file is also called _____ the file.
Compressing a file is also called _____ the file.
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Simon has difficulty pressing and holding more than one key at a time. What can he change to make this task easier?
Simon has difficulty pressing and holding more than one key at a time. What can he change to make this task easier?
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Which of the following is not a hardware device that controls the movement of the pointer on a computer screen?
Which of the following is not a hardware device that controls the movement of the pointer on a computer screen?
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Which of the following features is a way to make a computer do what you want it to do?
Which of the following features is a way to make a computer do what you want it to do?
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What is the most common type of volatile memory?
What is the most common type of volatile memory?
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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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Jazmyn cannot find the paper that she wrote last night. What advice would you give her?
Jazmyn cannot find the paper that she wrote last night. What advice would you give her?
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You and your friend both send documents to the printer, but it can only print one document at a time. What does it do with the other document?
You and your friend both send documents to the printer, but it can only print one document at a time. What does it do with the other document?
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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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What happens when you delete a folder?
What happens when you delete a folder?
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Study Notes
Open Source Programs
- Concerns include potential malicious code added by programmers to compromise user security.
File Management
- File modification dates indicate the most recent version of the file.
- Naming a file is essential during the initial save to easily identify it later.
User Interfaces
- Operating systems provide graphical user interfaces (GUIs) for user interaction with devices.
Cloud Storage
- One disadvantage of cloud storage is the inability to access documents without Internet connectivity.
Device Protection
- User accounts safeguard devices against unauthorized access.
Storage Options
- Flash drives allow for portable file access and editing on different computers.
- Folders should have descriptive names reflecting their contents and purposes.
Boot Process
- Upon powering up, the processor runs the bootstrap program to initialize the system.
Operating Systems
- Linux allows users to modify and share the software.
- An operating system is often referred to as a platform.
File Management Utilities
- Executable files contain necessary instructions for running programs; they differ from data files which can be read and modified.
- The disk cleanup utility helps locate and remove unnecessary files.
Memory and Performance
- Multiple running applications may exhaust available RAM, impacting performance.
- The location property of a file is assigned by the operating system.
Virtual Memory
- The swap file is designated for virtual memory on a hard drive.
File Searching and Compression
- The most recent version of a file can be determined by its modification date.
- Compressed files must be unzipped by recipients to view the original content.
Printing Process
- The operating system loads files into RAM for printing but does not create the document.
Application Compatibility
- A virtual machine may be needed for apps incompatible with the current operating system.
Task Management
- Frequently used apps can be pinned to the taskbar for easy access.
Accessibility Features
- Users can adjust mouse settings for left-handed use and keyboard sensitivity for easier key combinations.
Input and Output Devices
- Input devices enter data, while output devices display processed information.
Data Management
- The Clipboard can overwrite previous work, requiring careful management of file names and versions.
- Digital information in a useful form is termed output.
System Organization
- Using File Explorer aids in managing and navigating files and folders.
- Deleting a folder usually sends it to the Recycle Bin or Trash for potential recovery.
Resource Coordination
- The primary purpose of an operating system is to manage computer resources and activities efficiently.
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Test your knowledge with flashcards covering key concepts from Module 4 of the ITE Exam 1. This quiz includes important questions about open source programs, file modifications, and operating systems that will help reinforce your understanding of the material.
