Exam (elaborations) BIS202 TEST BANK 2021 GRADED A+

BIS202 TEST BANK 2021 GRADED A+ 1. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #1 Computer ____ entails having the knowledge and understanding of computers and their uses. *a. literacy b. intimacy c. legitimacy d. infancy 2. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #2 A(n) ____ is an electronic device, operating under the control of instructions stored in its own memory, that can accept data, process the data according to specified rules, produce results, and store the results for future use. a. input device *b. computer c. output device d. both a and c 3. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #3 ____ is a collection of unprocessed items, which can include text, numbers, images, audio, and video. *a. Data b. Output c. Information d. Input 4. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #4 ____ conveys meaning and is useful to people. a. Data *b. Information c. Input d. Output 5. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #5 A(n) ____ device is any hardware component that allows you to enter data and instructions into a computer. a. output b. communications *c. input d. terminal 6. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #6 Some people refer to the series of input, process, output, and storage activities of a computer as the ____ processing cycle. a. data BIS202 TEST BANK 2021 GRADED A+ b. input c. output *d. information 7. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #7 A computer contains many electric, electronic, and mechanical components known as ____. a. software b. input devices c. output *d. hardware 8. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #8 The ____ unit is a case that contains electronic components of the computer that are used to process data. a. control *b. system c. arithmetic d. base 9. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #9 The ____ is the electronic component that interprets and carries out the basic instructions that operate the computer. a. motherboard b. control unit *c. processor d. arithmetic unit 10. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #10 ____ consists of electronic components that store instructions waiting to be executed and data needed by those instructions. a. The processor b. The CPU c. The control unit *d. Memory 11. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #11 A(n) ____ device is any hardware component that conveys information to one or more people. a. input b. communications c. terminal *d. output 12. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #12 A computer keeps data, instructions, and information on ____ media such as hard disks, like the one shown in the accompanying figure, and on USB flash drives, optical discs, and memory cards. *a. storage b. input c. communications d. output 13. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #13 A(n) ____ device records (writes) and/or retrieves (reads) items to and from a USB flash drive, for example. a. USB *b. storage c. indexing d. dynamic 14. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #14 A hard disk provides much ____. a. less storage capacity than a CD b. less storage capacity than a USB flash drive c. greater storage capacity than a CD but less than a USB flash drive *d. greater storage capacity than a USB flash drive 15. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #15 A widely used communications device is a ____. *a. modem b. CD drive c. USB flash drive d. DVD drive 16. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #16 A(n) ____ device is a hardware component that enables a computer to send (transmit) and receive data, instructions, and information to and from one or more computers. a. reading b. transmitting *c. communications d. reception 17. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #17 A computing phrase — known as ____ — points out that the accuracy of a computer’s output depends on the accuracy of the input. a. what you see is what you get *b. garbage in, garbage out c. nothing ventured, nothing gained d. better safe than sorry 18. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #18 All of the following are advantages of using computers EXCEPT ____. a. speed *b. impact on labor force c. communications d. consistency 19. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #19 A(n) ____ is anyone who communicates with a computer or utilizes the information it generates. *a. user b. editor c. manager d. programmer 20. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #20 ____ computing involves reducing the electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using a computer. *a. Green b. Universal c. Streamlined d. Comprehensive 21. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #21 A(n) ____ is a collection of computers and devices connected together, as shown in the accompanying figure, via communications devices and transmission media. a. client base b. baseline *c. network d. server farm 22. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #22 Networks, such as that pictured in the accompanying figure, allow computers to share ____, such as hardware, software, data, and information. *a. resources b. systems c. links d. media 23. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #23 When a computer connects to a network, such as that pictured in the accompanying figure, the computer is ____. a. linked b. inline c. resourced *d. online 24. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #24 On a network, the major differences between the server (like the one in the accompanying figure) and the client computers are that the server ordinarily has ____. a. less power, less storage space, and decreased communication capabilities b. less power, less storage space, but expanded communication capabilities c. more power, more storage space, but decreased communication capabilities *d. more power, more storage space, and expanded communication capabilities 25. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #25 A(n) ____ like the one in the accompanying figure controls access to the hardware, software, and other resources on a network and also provides a centralized storage area for programs, data, and information. *a. server b. mainframe c. client d. terminal 26. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #26 The ____ is a worldwide collection of networks that connects millions of businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, and individuals. a. Web b. Net c. Newsnet *d. Internet 27. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #27 People around the world use the Internet to ____. a. communicate with and meet other people b. shop for goods and services c. access sources of information and leisure *d. all of the above 28. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #28 By subscribing to a(n) ____, you can use your computer and a communications device, such as a modem, to connect to the many services of the Internet. a. mainframe b. instant messaging service *c. access provider d. ASP 29. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #29 A Web site is ____. *a. a collection of related Web pages b. the location from which a Web page originates c. the source of a Web page d. an author of a Web page 30. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #30 The Web contains ____ of documents called Web pages. a. thousands b. millions *c. billions d. trillions 31. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #31 In a photo sharing ____, users can create an online photo album and store their digital photographs. a. exchange b. market *c. community d. application 32. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #32 ____ consist(s) of a series of instructions that tells the computer what to do and how to do it. a. GUIs b. Storage utilities c. Sharing communities *d. Software 33. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #33 With a(n) ____, users interact with the software using text, graphics, and visual images such as icons. *a. GUI b. DUI c. HUI d. BUI 34. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #34 You interact with a program through its ____, which controls how you enter data and instructions and how information is displayed on the screen. a. operating system b. storage *c. user interface d. icon 35. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #35 Two categories of software are ____. a. operating system and system software b. system software and utility programs c. utility programs and operating systems *d. system software and application software 36. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #36 ____ is the process of setting up the software to work with the computer, printer, and other hardware components. a. Running *b. Installing c. Loading d. Leading 37. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #37 The trend of computers and devices with technologies that overlap is known as ____. a. indexing b. coalescence c. concatenation *d. convergence 38. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #38 Popular programming languages include ____. a. C++ b. Visual C# c. JavaScript *d. All of the above 39. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #39 A(n) ____ computer is a computer that can perform all of its input, processing, output, and storage activities by itself. a. mainline b. mainframe *c. personal d. terminal 40. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #40 The term, ____, refers to any personal computer based on the original IBM personal computer design. a. Macintosh b. PC-friendly c. clone *d. PC-compatible 41. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #41 A(n) ____ computer is a type of personal computer designed so the system unit, input devices, and any other devices fit entirely on or under a desk or table. *a. desktop b. mobile c. encapsulated d. handheld 42. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #42 A ____ computer targets a specific audience and offers high-quality audio, video, and graphics with optimal performance for sophisticated single-user and networked or Internet multiplayer games. a. multiplayer *b. gaming desktop c. handheld d. All of the above 43. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #43 A(n) ____ computer is a personal computer that users can carry from place to place. a. integrated b. desktop *c. mobile d. encapsulated 44. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #44 A(n) ____ computer is a portable, personal computer designed to fit on your lap. a. handtop b. desktop c. PDA *d. notebook 45. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #45 Some mobile devices are ____, meaning they can connect to the Internet wirelessly. *a. Internet-enabled b. hotspots c. active d. mobile 46. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #46 Examples of mobile technology include all of the following EXCEPT ____. a. digital cameras b. portable media players c. smart phones *d. servers 47. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #47 Which of the following is NOT true of mobile devices? a. You often can connect a mobile device to a personal computer to exchange information between the computer and the mobile device. b. Some mobile devices are Internet-enabled, meaning they can connect to the Internet wirelessly. *c. Mobile devices usually have disk drives. d. Because of their reduced size, the screens on mobile devices are small, but usually are in color. 48. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #48 Offering the convenience of one-handed operation, a(n) ____ phone is an Internet-enabled telephone that usually also provides PDA capabilities. a. text *b. smart c. instant d. messaging 49. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #49 Each of the following is a popular type of mobile device EXCEPT ____. a. handheld computers b. PDAs c. smart phones *d. mainframes 50. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #50 Resembling a letter-sized slate, the ____ PC is a special type of notebook computer that allows users to write or draw on the screen. *a. Tablet b. Letter c. Slate d. Matrix 51. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #51 With a(n) ____, users write on the screen or issue instructions to a Tablet PC, for example, by tapping on the screen. a. graphic tool b. stylus *c. digital pen d. keypad 52. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #52 A(n) ____ is a computer small enough to fit in one hand. a. PDM b. uPX c. LPM *d. UMPC 53. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #53 A ____ provides personal organizer functions such as a calendar, appointment book, address book, calculator, and notepad. a. PPA *b. PDA c. PSA d. mainframe 54. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #54 A(n) ____ message is a real-time Internet communication, where you exchange messages with other connected users. a. video b. camera *c. instant d. photo 55. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #55 Standard ____ use a handheld controller(s) as an input device; a television screen as an output device; and hard disks, optical discs, and/or memory cards for storage. *a. game consoles b. ultra personal computers c. smart phones d. servers 56. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #56 A(n) ____ console is a mobile computing device designed for singleplayer or multiplayer video games. a. video b. multimedia c. entertainment *d. game 57. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #57 ____ are large, expensive, powerful computers that can handle hundreds or thousands of connected users simultaneously and store tremendous amounts of data, instructions, and information. a. Embedded computers b. Supercomputers *c. Mainframes d. Mobile devices 58. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #58 ____ are the fastest, most powerful computers — and the most expensive. a. Desktop computers b. Notebook computers c. Midrange servers *d. Supercomputers 59. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #59 Most major corporations use ____ for business activities. a. embedded computers b. supercomputers *c. mainframes d. mobiles devices 60. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #60 ____ are capable of processing more than 1 quadrillion instructions in a single second. a. Desktop computers b. Notebook computers c. Midrange servers *d. Supercomputers 61. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #61 Because ____ are components in larger products, they usually are small and have limited hardware. a. telematics *b. embedded computers c. handhelds d. smart watches 62. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #62 A(n) ____ computer is a special-purpose computer that functions as a component in a larger product. a. hard-coded *b. embedded c. soft d. indexed 63. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #63 Together, hardware, software, data, people, and procedures comprise a(n) ____ system. a. telematics b. comprehensive c. smart *d. information 64. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #64 All of the following are categories of users EXCEPT ____. a. home users b. enterprise users c. mobile users *d. communications users 65. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #65 At home, every family member, or home ____, spends time on the computer for different reasons. a. player *b. user c. manager d. surfer 66. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #66 With ____ software, a home user can play games, compose music, research genealogy, or create greeting cards. a. reference b. educational *c. entertainment d. systems 67. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #67 ____ include local law practices, accounting firms, travel agencies, and florists. a. Mobile users *b. Small offices c. Large business users d. Power users 68. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #68 A(n) ____ includes any company with fewer than 50 employees, as well as the self-employed who work from home. a. large business user b. enterprise user *c. SOHO d. Any of the above 69. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #69 Many small office/home office users have entered the ____ arena and conduct business on the Web. a. Web cam *b. e-commerce c. enterprise d. reselling 70. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #70 Small business Web sites sometimes use a(n) ____ to show the world a live view of some aspect of their business. a. camera pill b. dynamic vid *c. Web cam d. IT camera 71. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #71 Increasingly more employees and students are ____ users, who work on a computer while away from a main office, home office, or school. a. SOHO b. power *c. mobile d. key 72. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #72 A(n) ____ user is a category of user that requires the capabilities of a workstation or other powerful computer. a. SOHO *b. power c. mobile d. key 73. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #73 Many large companies use the term, ____ computing, to refer to the huge network of computers that meets their diverse computing needs. a. diversity *b. enterprise c. corporate d. leadership 74. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #74 ____ is a work arrangement in which employees work away from a company’s standard workplace and often communicate with the office through the computer. a. CAM b. Mobile labor c. Telemetrics *d. Telecommuting 75. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #75 Each employee or customer who uses a computer in a large business is a(n) ____ user. a. multinational b. telematic c. global *d. enterprise 76. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #76 In a large business, the employees in the ____ department keep the computers and the network running. *a. IT b. Web c. accounting d. system 77. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #77 With ____, users access account balances, pay bills, and copy monthly transactions from a bank’s computer right into their personal computers. a. online investing *b. online banking c. neural networks d. All of the above 78. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #78 Investors often use ____ to buy and sell stocks and bonds — without using a broker. *a. online investing b. online banking c. neural networks d. All of the above 79. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #79 A(n) ____ is a system that attempts to imitate the behavior of the human brain. a. human webnet b. online matrix *c. neural network d. cerebral terminal 80. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MC #80 ____ refers to the use of computers to assist with manufacturing processes such as fabrication and assembly. *a. CAM b. CAP c. POS d. TAC 81. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MR #1 Modified Multiple Choice ____ is a main component on the motherboard. a. The input system b. The processor c. The output device d. Memory 82. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MR #2 Modified Multiple Choice Some transmission media like ____ are wireless, which means they have no physical lines or wires. a. satellites b. WANs c. cellular radio networks d. LANs 83. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MR #3 Modified Multiple Choice Most operating systems include several utility programs for managing ____. a. RAM b. disk drives c. the microprocessor d. printers 84. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MR #4 Modified Multiple Choice Popular application software includes ____ software. a. word processing b. spreadsheet c. database d. presentation graphics 85. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MR #5 Modified Multiple Choice Programmers use a ____ to create computer programs. a. programming language b. program development tool c. binary interface d. user management device 86. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MR #6 Modified Multiple Choice A category into which industry experts typically classify computers is ____. a. microframes b. enhanced computers c. personal computers d. supercomputers 87. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MR #7 Modified Multiple Choice A personal computer contains ____. a. a processor b. a storage device c. memory d. an input device 88. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MR #8 Modified Multiple Choice Most notebook computers can operate on ____. a. recycled energy b. batteries c. convergence d. power supply 89. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MR #9 Modified Multiple Choice Most PDAs offer a variety of application software, including ____ software. a. word processing b. personal finance c. spreadsheet d. supercomputing application 90. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MR #10 Modified Multiple Choice A terminal is a device with ____. a. a monitor b. a keyboard c. a server d. memory 91. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MTF #1 The average USB flash drive can hold more than 320 billion characters. a. True *b. False 92. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MTF #2 Hundreds of thousands of people today use podcasts to publish their thoughts on the Web. a. True *b. False 93. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MTF #3 Blogs are a popular way people verbally share information on the Web. a. True *b. False 94. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MTF #4 Terminal software serves as the interface between the user, the application, and the computer hardware. a. True *b. False 95. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MTF #5 Microsoft Windows is an example of a(n) utility program. a. True *b. False 96. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MTF #6 HTPCs cost more than a basic desktop computer. *a. True b. False 97. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MTF #7 A text message usually is between 300 to 600 characters. a. True *b. False 98. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MTF #8 Cameras small enough to swallow — sometimes called a cochlear implant — take pictures inside your body. a. True *b. False 99. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MTF #9 Industries use computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) to reduce product development costs, shorten a product’s time to market, and stay ahead of the competition. *a. True b. False 100. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question MTF #10 Often, robots carry out processes in a CAM environment. *a. True b. False 101. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #1 Computers are a primary means of communications for billions of people. *a. True b. False 102. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #2 Computers process information (output) into data (input). a. True *b. False 103. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #3 Communications has become an essential element of the information processing cycle. *a. True b. False 104. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #4 A printer displays text, graphics, and videos on a screen. a. True *b. False 105. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #5 Some portable devices, such as digital cameras, use memory cards as the storage media. *a. True b. False 106. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #6 Storage devices like the hard drive shown in the accompanying figure often function as a source of input because they transfer items from storage to memory. *a. True b. False 107. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #7 To discard an old computer safely, put it in a landfill. a. True *b. False 108. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #8 A client controls access to the resources on a network. a. True *b. False 109. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #9 In many networks, one or more computers act as a server. *a. True b. False 110. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #10 The world’s largest computer network is the Web. a. True *b. False 111. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #11 A computer’s user interface controls how data and instructions are entered and how information displays on the screen. *a. True b. False 112. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #12 The two categories of software are system software and utility software. a. True *b. False 113. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #13 A pod is a miniature image such as that shown in the accompanying figure that represents a program, an instruction, or some other object. a. True *b. False 114. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #14 The application system provides a means for users to communicate with the computer and other software. a. True *b. False 115. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #15 When a user starts a computer, portions of the operating system load into the computer’s hard disk from memory. a. True *b. False 116. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #16 A utility program allows a user to perform maintenance-type tasks related to managing a computer, its devices, or its programs. *a. True b. False 117. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #17 When a computer is purchased, it seldom has any software preinstalled on its hard disk. a. True *b. False 118. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #18 Once in memory, the computer can carry out, or load, the instructions in the program. a. True *b. False 119. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #19 Programmers develop programs or write the instructions that direct the computer to process data into information. *a. True b. False 120. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #20 The distinction among categories of computers is always clear-cut. a. True *b. False 121. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #21 PC and PC-compatible computers usually use the Macintosh operating system (Mac OS). a. True *b. False 122. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #22 Some desktop computers function as a server on a network. *a. True b. False 123. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #23 Notebook computers generally are less expensive than desktop computers with equal capabilities. a. True *b. False 124. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #24 On a typical notebook computer, the monitor is on top of the system unit, and the keyboard attaches to the system unit with hinges. a. True *b. False 125. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #25 Some mobile devices are Internet-enabled so users can check e-mail and access the Internet. *a. True b. False 126. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #26 In addition to basic telephone capabilities, a smart phone allows users to send and receive e-mail and access the Web. *a. True b. False 127. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #27 A standard game console is small enough to fit in one hand, making it more portable than a handheld game console. a. True *b. False 128. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #28 Servers like the one in the accompanying figure typically support only one computer at a time. a. True *b. False 129. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #29 Mainframes store only small amounts of data, instructions, and information. a. True *b. False 130. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #30 Mainframes can act as a server on a network environment. *a. True b. False 131. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #31 With weights that exceed 100 tons, desktop computers can store more than 20,000 times the data and information of an average supercomputer. a. True *b. False 132. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #32 Applications requiring complex, sophisticated mathematical calculations use supercomputers. *a. True b. False 133. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #33 All IT applications should have readily available documented procedures. *a. True b. False 134. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #34 Today’s homes seldom have any desktop computers. a. True *b. False 135. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #35 Examples of mobile users include engineers, scientists, architects, desktop publishers, and graphic artists. a. True *b. False 136. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #36 Software used by power users usually is inexpensive because of its generic design. a. True *b. False 137. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #37 Enterprises rarely have e-commerce Web sites. a. True *b. False 138. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #38 Some enterprises use blogs to open communications among employees, customers, and/or vendors. *a. True b. False 139. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #39 Employees that telecommute have rigid work schedules that prevent them from combining work and personal responsibilities. a. True *b. False 140. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #40 Hardware requirements for a small office/home office (SOHO) user include game consoles. a. True *b. False 141. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #41 More than 95 percent of colleges offer some type of distance learning classes. a. True *b. False 142. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #42 Finance software usually includes a variety of online services. *a. True b. False 143. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #43 With online investing, the transaction fee for each trade usually is much more than when trading through a broker. a. True *b. False 144. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #44 Nearly every area of health care uses computers. *a. True b. False 145. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #45 An exciting development in health care is telemedicine, which is a form of long-distance health care. *a. True b. False 146. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #46 Breakthroughs in surgery, medicine, and treatments seldom result from scientists’ use of computers. a. True *b. False 147. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #47 The capability of the computer to recognize spoken words is a direct result of scientific experimentation with cochlear implants. a. True *b. False 148. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #48 Many publishers make the content of magazines and newspapers available online. *a. True b. False 149. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #49 Vehicles manufactured today often include some type of onboard navigation system. *a. True b. False 150. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question TF #50 Airlines do not provide online services. a. True *b. False 151. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #1 As computers have become a part of everyday life, many people believe that ____________________ is vital to success. Correct Answer(s): a. computer literacy 152. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #2 Computers process data into ____________________. Correct Answer(s): a. information 153. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #3 ____________________ tell the computer how to perform particular tasks. Correct Answer(s): a. Instructions 154. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #4 Of keyboards, mice, scanners, microphones, digital camera, and printer, the only one that is not a widely used input device is the ____________________. Correct Answer(s): a. printer 155. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #5 The ____________________ is a small handheld input device that controls the movement of a small symbol on the screen called the pointer. Correct Answer(s): a. mouse 156. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #6 A(n) ____________________ is an input device that converts printed material to a form the computer can use. Correct Answer(s): a. scanner 157. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #7 Of printers, scanners, monitors, and speakers, all are commonly used output devices EXCEPT ____________________. Correct Answer(s): a. scanners 158. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #8 The circuitry of the system unit usually is part of or is connected to a circuit board called the ____________________. Correct Answer(s): a. motherboard 159. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #9 Storage devices like the ____________________ in the accompanying figure hold data, instructions, and information for future use. Correct Answer(s): a. hard drive b. hard disk 160. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #10 A(n) ____________________ is a portable storage device that is small and lightweight enough to be transported on a keychain or in a pocket. Correct Answer(s): a. USB flash drive 161. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #11 Anyone can create a Web page and then make it available, or ____________________ it, on the Internet for others to see. Correct Answer(s): a. publish 162. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #12 A(n) ____________________ is an informal Web site consisting of timestamped articles in a diary or journal format, usually listed in reverse chronological order. Correct Answer(s): a. blog 163. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #13 A(n) ____________________ is recorded audio stored on a Web site that can be downloaded to a computer or a portable digital audio player such as an iPod. Correct Answer(s): a. podcast 164. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #14 Software today has a(n) ____________________, like that shown in the accompanying figure. Correct Answer(s): a. graphical user interface b. GUI c. graphical user interface (GUI) d. GUI (graphical user interface) 165. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #15 A(n) ____________________, such as those shown in the accompanying figure, is a miniature image that represents a program, an instruction, or some other object. Correct Answer(s): a. icon 166. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #16 ____________________ software consists of the programs that control or maintain the operations of the computer and its devices. Correct Answer(s): a. System 167. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #17 One type of system software is a(n) ____________________ system, which is a set of programs that coordinates all the activities among computer hardware devices. Correct Answer(s): a. operating 168. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #18 One type of system software is a(n) ____________________ program, which allows a user to perform maintenance-type tasks usually related to managing a computer. Correct Answer(s): a. utility 169. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #19 ____________________ software consists of programs designed to make users more productive and/or assist them with personal tasks, and include Web browser, word processing software, and spreadsheet software. Correct Answer(s): a. Application 170. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #20 A widely used type of application software related to communications is a Web ____________________, which allows users with an Internet connection to access Web pages. Correct Answer(s): a. browser 171. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #21 Once users have installed software, they can use (or ____________________) it. Correct Answer(s): a. run 172. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #22 Once in memory, the computer can carry out, or ____________________, the instructions in a program. Correct Answer(s): a. execute 173. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #23 A(n) ____________________ is someone who develops software or writes the instructions that direct the computer to process data into information. Correct Answer(s): a. developer 174. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #24 A computer’s processing ____________________ is among the attributes that determine the category it best fits. Correct Answer(s): a. power 175. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #25 Two types of ____________________ are desktop computers and notebook computers. Correct Answer(s): a. PCs (personal computers) b. personal computers c. PCs d. personal computers (PCs) 176. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #26 In many models of personal computers, the system unit is the tall and narrow ____________________, which can sit on the floor vertically — if desktop space is limited. Correct Answer(s): a. tower 177. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #27 A(n) ____________________ combines the features of a high-definition video/audio entertainment system with a desktop computer that is designed to be connected to a television and includes a Blu-ray Disc, digital video recorder, and digital cable television connectivity. Correct Answer(s): a. home theater PC b. home theater PC (HTPC) c. HTPC (home theater PC) d. HTPC 178. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #28 An expensive, powerful desktop computer is the ____________________, which is geared for work that requires intense calculations and graphics capabilities. Correct Answer(s): a. workstation 179. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #29 The most popular type of mobile computer is the ____________________ computer like the one shown in the accompanying figure. Correct Answer(s): a. notebook b. laptop 180. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #30 A(n) ____________________ computer like the one in the accompanying figure weighs on average from 2.5 to more than 10 pounds (depending on the configuration). Correct Answer(s): a. laptop b. notebook 181. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #31 Many small office/home office users (SOHO) have entered the ____________________ arena and conduct business on the Web. Correct Answer(s): a. e-commerce 182. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #32 Examples of ____________________ users are sales reps, real estate agents, insurance agents, meter readers, package delivery people, journalists, consultants, and students. Correct Answer(s): a. mobile 183. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #33 With ____________________ software, a mobile user can create and deliver a presentation to a large audience by connecting a mobile computer or device to a video projector that displays the presentation on a full screen. Correct Answer(s): a. presentation 184. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #34 Examples of ____________________ users include engineers, scientists, architects, desktop publishers, and graphic artists. Correct Answer(s): a. power 185. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #35 Power users often work with ____________________, combining text, graphics, audio, and video into one application. Correct Answer(s): a. multimedia 186. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #36 ____________________ users use the computer network to process high volumes of transactions in a single day. Correct Answer(s): a. Enterprise 187. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #37 The hardware requirements for a(n) ____________________ user include a workstation or other powerful computer with multimedia capabilities and a smart phone or other mobile device. Correct Answer(s): a. power 188. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #38 Through ____________________, health-care professionals in separate locations conduct live conferences on the computer. Correct Answer(s): a. telemedicine 189. Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers Question CO #