Types of Software: System vs Application

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What is the main difference between a Local Area Network (LAN) and a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

Distance covered by the network (correct)
Ownership of the network
Size of the network
Number of computers connected to the network

When was the World Wide Web introduced?

1969
2010
2000
1992 (correct)

Which of the following is a well-known internet browser?

Satellite Networks
Bluetooth
Google Chrome (correct)
Infrared

What is the purpose of a computer virus?

To harm computer systems or steal information (C) Signup and view all the answers

What connects two communication devices?

Channels (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Infrared and Broadcast radio as wireless transmission media?

Infrared is short-range and requires line-of-sight communication, while Broadcast radio can cover longer distances and does not require line-of-sight. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the distinction between a LAN and a MAN in terms of physical coverage.

A LAN covers a relatively short distance, such as a school or office, while a MAN spans an area larger than a LAN but smaller than a WAN, like a city. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main components of a URL, and what do they represent?

The main components of a URL are the Protocol and the Domain name. The Protocol specifies how data should be transmitted, and the Domain name locates the website. Signup and view all the answers

Differentiate between a computer virus and a computer program.

A computer virus is a harmful program hidden within another seemingly harmless program, while a computer program is a set of instructions to perform a specific task. Signup and view all the answers

How does a Satellite Network differ from a Wi-Fi network in terms of connectivity?

Satellite networks use satellites in orbit to provide connectivity over large distances, while Wi-Fi networks provide local wireless connectivity within a limited area. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the role of an Email Signature in an email message.

An Email Signature provides additional information about the sender, such as contact details or job title, at the end of an email message. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of an Internet Browser in accessing web resources?

An Internet Browser is a program that allows users to access web resources by interpreting and displaying web content. Signup and view all the answers

How does a Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) differ from a Wide Area Network (WAN) in terms of coverage?

A MAN spans a larger physical area than a LAN but is smaller than a WAN, typically covering a city, while a WAN extends over larger distances, such as between cities and countries. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the significance of ARPANET in the development of the Internet.

ARPANET was the first national computer network, funded by the US government, which later evolved into the Internet. It laid the foundation for modern networking technologies. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Physical Transmission Media from Wireless Transmission Media in networking?

Physical Transmission Media use tangible media like wire cables for data transmission, while Wireless Transmission Media rely on wireless signals, such as infrared or broadcast radio. Signup and view all the answers

What does a supply schedule show?

How much firms will sell at alternative prices (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main determinant of a firm's profit according to the text?

Cost of production (B) Signup and view all the answers

In economics, what does 'ceteris paribus' mean?

All other things being equal (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the slope of a supply curve represent?

Price elasticity of supply (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor affects the cost of production for a firm?

Available technologies (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does an increase in market price affect quantity supplied according to the law of supply?

Leads to an increase in quantity supplied (B) Signup and view all the answers

What determines the supply of a product according to the text?

Choices made by firms (B) Signup and view all the answers

Define 'complementary goods' in economics.

Complementary goods in economics are products that are typically used together, where the demand for one good increases the demand for the other. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the concept of 'excess demand' in a market.

Excess demand, also known as a shortage, occurs when the quantity demanded of a good is greater than the quantity supplied at a given price. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a 'shift of a demand curve' and a 'movement along a demand curve'?

A shift of a demand curve occurs when the entire demand curve moves either left or right due to a non-price factor, while a movement along a demand curve happens when there is a change in quantity demanded due to a change in price. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the difference between 'normal goods' and 'inferior goods' with examples.

Normal goods are products for which demand increases as consumer income rises, while inferior goods are products for which demand decreases as consumer income rises. Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'law of supply' in economics?

The law of supply states that as the price of a good increases, the quantity supplied by producers also increases, ceteris paribus. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the concept of 'perfect substitutes' in the context of goods.

Perfect substitutes are goods that can be used in place of each other with no loss of utility for the consumer. Signup and view all the answers

Define 'factors of production' in economics.

Factors of production are the resources used to produce goods and services, including land, labor, capital, and entrepreneurship. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'market equilibrium' and why is it important in economics?

Market equilibrium is the point where the quantity supplied equals the quantity demanded at a specific price, leading to a stable market. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the term 'quantity demanded' in economics.

Quantity demanded refers to the amount of a good or service that consumers are willing and able to purchase at a specific price. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the role of an 'entrepreneur' in the economy.

Entrepreneurs are individuals who take risks to create and manage businesses, introducing innovation and driving economic growth. Signup and view all the answers