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Test bank complete_
Technology in action 17th edition, (2022)
By alan evans, kendall martin & mary anne poatsy
all chapters 1-13| latest edition with verified answers| rated a+
chapter 1: the impact of technology in a changing world ------------------------------------------------------------ 3
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chapter 2: looking at computers: understanding the parts --------------------------------------------------------- 23
chapter 3: using the internet: making the most of the web's resources ----------------------------------------- 40
chapter 4: application software: programs that let you work and play ----------------------------------------- 56
chapter 5: system software: the operating system, utility programs, and file management -------------- 72
chapter 6: understanding and assessing hardware: evaluating your system ---------------------------------- 88
chapter 7: networking: connecting computing devices------------------------------------------------------------- 112
chapter 8: managing your digital lifestyle: challenges and ethics----------------------------------------------- 129
chapter 9: securing your system: protecting your digital data and devices ---------------------------------- 145
chapter 10: behind the scenes: software programming------------------------------------------------------------ 162
chapter 11: behind the scenes: databases and information systems ------------------------------------------- 179
chapter 12: behind the scenes: networking and security in the business world ----------------------------- 195
chapter 13: behind the scenes: how the internet works------------------------------------------------------------ 211
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Chapter 1: the impact of technology in a changing world
alan evans: technology in action 17th edition, (2022) test bank
1) _______tools gather information from sources such as e-mails, text messages, and
tweets and make the information instantly and publicly available for use in emergencies.
A) social networking
B) crowdsourcing
C) crisis-mapping
D) affective computing
Answer: c
Crisis-mapping tools collect and map data from a variety of public sources (like social
media, sms, and emails) in real-time during emergencies. This allows responders to
understand and act on the evolving situation quickly and efficiently.
Diff: 2
Section ref: political issues
2) ________tools enable groups of people to connect and exchange ideas.
A) affective computing
B) social networking
C) debugging
D) computer forensics
Answer: b
Social networking tools (like facebook, twitter, and linkedin) are designed to connect
people and allow them to share ideas, news, and experiences. They play a key role in
building communities and fostering communication.
Diff: 2
Section ref: political issues
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3) the gap between those who have easy access to the internet and technology those who
do not is known as the ______ divide.
A) web
B) internet
C) digital
D) technology
Answer: c
The digital divide refers to the inequality between individuals who have access to modern
information and communication technology and those who do not. This divide can hinder
education, economic opportunity, and social participation.
Diff: 1
Section ref: other global issues
4) all of the following factors lead to greater motivation except ______.
A) consumption
B) purpose
C) autonomy
D) mastery
Answer: a
Research shows that intrinsic motivators such as purpose (doing something meaningful),
autonomy (having control), and mastery (the desire to improve at something) increase
motivation. Consumption (passive use or material gain) does not inherently drive long-
term motivation.
Diff: 3
Section ref: technology impacts how we think
5) _________ results when leisure time and tools allow us to engage in creative acts.
A) crowdsourcing
Test bank complete_
Technology in action 17th edition, (2022)
By alan evans, kendall martin & mary anne poatsy
all chapters 1-13| latest edition with verified answers| rated a+
chapter 1: the impact of technology in a changing world ------------------------------------------------------------ 3
,2
chapter 2: looking at computers: understanding the parts --------------------------------------------------------- 23
chapter 3: using the internet: making the most of the web's resources ----------------------------------------- 40
chapter 4: application software: programs that let you work and play ----------------------------------------- 56
chapter 5: system software: the operating system, utility programs, and file management -------------- 72
chapter 6: understanding and assessing hardware: evaluating your system ---------------------------------- 88
chapter 7: networking: connecting computing devices------------------------------------------------------------- 112
chapter 8: managing your digital lifestyle: challenges and ethics----------------------------------------------- 129
chapter 9: securing your system: protecting your digital data and devices ---------------------------------- 145
chapter 10: behind the scenes: software programming------------------------------------------------------------ 162
chapter 11: behind the scenes: databases and information systems ------------------------------------------- 179
chapter 12: behind the scenes: networking and security in the business world ----------------------------- 195
chapter 13: behind the scenes: how the internet works------------------------------------------------------------ 211
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Chapter 1: the impact of technology in a changing world
alan evans: technology in action 17th edition, (2022) test bank
1) _______tools gather information from sources such as e-mails, text messages, and
tweets and make the information instantly and publicly available for use in emergencies.
A) social networking
B) crowdsourcing
C) crisis-mapping
D) affective computing
Answer: c
Crisis-mapping tools collect and map data from a variety of public sources (like social
media, sms, and emails) in real-time during emergencies. This allows responders to
understand and act on the evolving situation quickly and efficiently.
Diff: 2
Section ref: political issues
2) ________tools enable groups of people to connect and exchange ideas.
A) affective computing
B) social networking
C) debugging
D) computer forensics
Answer: b
Social networking tools (like facebook, twitter, and linkedin) are designed to connect
people and allow them to share ideas, news, and experiences. They play a key role in
building communities and fostering communication.
Diff: 2
Section ref: political issues
, 4
3) the gap between those who have easy access to the internet and technology those who
do not is known as the ______ divide.
A) web
B) internet
C) digital
D) technology
Answer: c
The digital divide refers to the inequality between individuals who have access to modern
information and communication technology and those who do not. This divide can hinder
education, economic opportunity, and social participation.
Diff: 1
Section ref: other global issues
4) all of the following factors lead to greater motivation except ______.
A) consumption
B) purpose
C) autonomy
D) mastery
Answer: a
Research shows that intrinsic motivators such as purpose (doing something meaningful),
autonomy (having control), and mastery (the desire to improve at something) increase
motivation. Consumption (passive use or material gain) does not inherently drive long-
term motivation.
Diff: 3
Section ref: technology impacts how we think
5) _________ results when leisure time and tools allow us to engage in creative acts.
A) crowdsourcing
