30 Questions
What are the five steps in the information processing cycle?
Input, process, output, store, communicate
Which component of a computer system is responsible for processing data?
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
What does the 'output' step in the information processing cycle involve?
Presenting information to the user in the required format
What happens during the 'storage' step of the information processing cycle?
Data or output is saved for future use
How do computers communicate with each other according to the text?
Through e-mails, instant messaging, video conferencing, etc.
What type of memory ensures that data is not lost when the computer is switched off?
Secondary storage (external memory)
What is highlighted as a remarkable change in current technology trends?
Internet of Things (IoT)
What can be connected to the Internet in IoT?
Household appliances, security cameras, and medical devices
What reshaped consumer experience according to the text?
Expansion of IoT
What do smart devices have the ability to do if programmed appropriately?
Modify processes or settings based on provided data
What do self-driving cars use for navigation and monitoring?
Ultrasound sensors, cameras, and GPSs
Which infrastructure systems do smart cities use sensors to control?
Traffic flow, parking, and water utilization
What is the main difference between data and information?
Data is raw and unprocessed, information is processed and meaningful
Which of the following is an example of knowledge?
An average calculated from data
What does wisdom involve?
Evaluating discovered knowledge and making future recommendations
In the context of the text, what does the concept of 'information' refer to?
Meaningful and useful facts processed from data
What does knowledge involve according to the text?
Recognizing patterns from organized data and information
How does the text describe 'data' in contrast to 'information'?
Data lacks meaning, information is processed and meaningful
What is the main focus of data mining?
Discovering patterns in large data sets
In a distributed architecture, what does each computer do?
Analyze its part of the Big Data picture
What tools can be used for small to medium data samples?
Excel spreadsheet only
What does data analysis involve?
Inspecting, cleaning, transforming, and modeling data
What is the cloud primarily used for?
Storing pictures, music, movies, and emails
What is the purpose of having a strategy in data analysis?
To uncover useful information from the data
What is the main focus of Information Literacy according to the American Library Association?
Recognizing when information is needed
What is a key ability that an information literate individual should have?
Ability to evaluate information critically
How does Information Literacy differ from Information Technology skills?
Information Literacy is broader in scope than just technology skills
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an information literate individual?
Ignoring the sources of information
Why is Information Literacy important for society?
To understand the economic, legal, and social issues surrounding information use
What does Information Technology skills enable an individual to do?
Use various technologies to achieve goals
Test your knowledge on current technology trends including Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data, Cloud Computing, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning. Explore how IoT has expanded to include various devices like household appliances, security cameras, medical devices, and more.
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