WGU C182 Practice Tests with Complete Solutions

What is the definition of information technology? - ANSWER-It is the technology used to create, maintain, and make information accessible. Which IT position has the responsibillity of working with routers and switches? - ANSWER-Network Administrator In which generation were silicon chips first used in computers? - ANSWER-Third generation Which low-level language corresponds one to one with assembly? - ANSWER-machine language What allows an organization to use software through the internet? - ANSWER-Saas or Software as a Service What is one of IT's role in golobalization? - ANSWER-It allows companies to reach a wider customer base. Which category of computer has an external flat screen monitor, optical disk drive, and a large capacity hard drive? - ANSWER-Desktop Which two software application packages would be classified as productivity software? - ANSWER-Spreadsheet program and word processor Which two computer peripherals are connected to the computer through a port? - ANSWER-External microphone and USB flash drive Which term is defined as a collection of information used to support management of an organization? - ANSWER-Information system A website logs the timestamp, location, and browser of every visitor. It then aggregates this content into peak traffic times and days,minimum and maximum hits for each country and region, and popularity of certain browsers among visitors. What is the timestamp considered in this scenerio? - ANSWER-Data A dept. manager is creating a budget estimate for the upcoming year. The manager would like to determine whether the data will be available when the decision for the next year have to be made. Which characteristic of valuable data is the manager considering? - ANSWER-Timely Which two are parts of an information system? - ANSWER-Databases and Networks. What is the difference between processing and storage? - ANSWER-Processing collects and translates data into useful information, while storage places the translated data in specific locations. Which is a benefit of multiple interconnected computers (distributed) versus mainframes or large computers? - ANSWER-Costs for hardware resources are decreased A software emulator program that permits a computer user to use multiple computers and multiple platforms without the expense of purchasing multiple computers. - ANSWER-Virtual machines Each computer is roughly equal to every other computer. - ANSWER-Peer-to-peer One computer will request information from another computer, which responds with requested information. - ANSWER-Client-server Allows the user to control the actions of the software, and through the software, to access hardware. - ANSWER-Operating System Which action by application programs requires support from a networked operating system? - ANSWER-An Internet browser displays a web page. The chief information officer wants to update the network server to improve Internet access while also blocking certain social media websites. What type of server will meet this need? - ANSWER-Proxy server Which characteristic identifies application software that is cloud-based? - ANSWER-Provided by third-party providers What type of software permits free temporary use followed by long-term activation for a fee? - ANSWER-Shareware What is the purpose of an End User License Agreement for a commercial software package? - ANSWER-Establishes the customer's right to use the software. What is the difference between proprietary and open-source software license? - ANSWER-Proprietary software has a cost whereas open-source software is free. What gives the author of a software package the ability to prevent unauthorized duplication for at least 35 years? - ANSWER-A copyright Which two components are parts of a central processing unit (CPU)? - ANSWER-Control unit (CU), and Arithmetic logic unit (ALU)