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WGU INTRO TO IT PRACTICE NEWEST ACTUAL
2025/2026 TEST WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS.VERIFED/GRADED A+
All of the following are compiled languages except for:
Javascript
BASIC
Java
C++ - (ANSWER)Javascript
Which of the following statements best describes the difference between
information systems and information technology?
There is no difference between information systems and Information Technology.
An information system does not have to use computer hardware; whereas
information technology requires the use of hardware and software.
Information Technology is a broader concept and information systems provide
the infrastructure for information technology.
An information system requires the use of computer hardware and software;
whereas information technology refers only to networks and tools that facilitate
communication. - (ANSWER)An information system does not have to use
computer hardware; whereas information technology requires the use of
hardware and software.
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In a __________ shell forward slash (/) is used to express directory paths?
Windows
Linux - (ANSWER)Linux
This server addresses protocols such as: IMAP, POP3, SMTP, HTTP, MAPI, and
MIME? (Feedback: Unit 4 Module 12 pg 78)
Web Server
eMail Server
FTP Server
File Server - (ANSWER)eMail Server
Which of the following best describes the differences between memory and the
hard drive?
Memory is an internal component that directly or indirectly connects computer
components; whereas the hard drive is an external storage device.
Memory stores instructions and data used by programs in the moment; whereas a
hard drive stores data, programs, and files that can be accessed at a future time.
Memory carries out basic instructions that operate a computer; whereas the hard
drive is a long-term storage device.
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Memory is an electronic component used to store instructions for future use;
whereas a hard drive is attached to the motherboard and enables the
communication between components. - (ANSWER)Memory stores instructions
and data used by programs in the moment; whereas a hard drive stores data,
programs, and files that can be accessed at a future time.
Which of the following is an accurate definition of a computer system?
A computer system is a collection of hardware and software components that
work together to meet the needs of the user.
A computer system is hardware devices that work together.
A computer system consists of the operating system that tells the computer how
to execute commands.
A computer system is a network that allows computers, tablets, smartphones, etc.
to connect to the Internet. - (ANSWER)A computer system is a collection of
hardware and software components that work together to meet the needs of the
user.
The scope of the project is considered what?
Determined in the closing phase
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Always accurately identified in the initiation phase
The work that needs to be done
Not at any risk - (ANSWER)The work that needs to be done
Which of the following best describes the purpose of expansion slots in modern
computers?
Expansion slots can be used to store programs and data.
Expansion slots allow additional processors to be connected to the motherboard.
Expansion slots can be used to connect additional peripheral devices such as an
external hard drive or monitor.
Expansion slots allow additional cards to be connected to the motherboard that
interface with peripheral devices. - (ANSWER)Expansion slots allow additional
cards to be connected to the motherboard that interface with peripheral devices.
This type of software is made freely available as source code.
WGU INTRO TO IT PRACTICE NEWEST ACTUAL
2025/2026 TEST WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS.VERIFED/GRADED A+
All of the following are compiled languages except for:
Javascript
BASIC
Java
C++ - (ANSWER)Javascript
Which of the following statements best describes the difference between
information systems and information technology?
There is no difference between information systems and Information Technology.
An information system does not have to use computer hardware; whereas
information technology requires the use of hardware and software.
Information Technology is a broader concept and information systems provide
the infrastructure for information technology.
An information system requires the use of computer hardware and software;
whereas information technology refers only to networks and tools that facilitate
communication. - (ANSWER)An information system does not have to use
computer hardware; whereas information technology requires the use of
hardware and software.
, 2
In a __________ shell forward slash (/) is used to express directory paths?
Windows
Linux - (ANSWER)Linux
This server addresses protocols such as: IMAP, POP3, SMTP, HTTP, MAPI, and
MIME? (Feedback: Unit 4 Module 12 pg 78)
Web Server
eMail Server
FTP Server
File Server - (ANSWER)eMail Server
Which of the following best describes the differences between memory and the
hard drive?
Memory is an internal component that directly or indirectly connects computer
components; whereas the hard drive is an external storage device.
Memory stores instructions and data used by programs in the moment; whereas a
hard drive stores data, programs, and files that can be accessed at a future time.
Memory carries out basic instructions that operate a computer; whereas the hard
drive is a long-term storage device.
, 3
Memory is an electronic component used to store instructions for future use;
whereas a hard drive is attached to the motherboard and enables the
communication between components. - (ANSWER)Memory stores instructions
and data used by programs in the moment; whereas a hard drive stores data,
programs, and files that can be accessed at a future time.
Which of the following is an accurate definition of a computer system?
A computer system is a collection of hardware and software components that
work together to meet the needs of the user.
A computer system is hardware devices that work together.
A computer system consists of the operating system that tells the computer how
to execute commands.
A computer system is a network that allows computers, tablets, smartphones, etc.
to connect to the Internet. - (ANSWER)A computer system is a collection of
hardware and software components that work together to meet the needs of the
user.
The scope of the project is considered what?
Determined in the closing phase
, 4
Always accurately identified in the initiation phase
The work that needs to be done
Not at any risk - (ANSWER)The work that needs to be done
Which of the following best describes the purpose of expansion slots in modern
computers?
Expansion slots can be used to store programs and data.
Expansion slots allow additional processors to be connected to the motherboard.
Expansion slots can be used to connect additional peripheral devices such as an
external hard drive or monitor.
Expansion slots allow additional cards to be connected to the motherboard that
interface with peripheral devices. - (ANSWER)Expansion slots allow additional
cards to be connected to the motherboard that interface with peripheral devices.
This type of software is made freely available as source code.
