Question 1

Differentiate between each of the following:  
Data and Information 
Input and Output 
Memory and Storage

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Question 2

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following best describes the term, the Internet of Things?

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A)   Convergence of technological capabilities from multiple devices into fewer.
B)   The ability of everyday devices to transmit data to and from the Internet using sensors.
C)   The network of devices and computers that connect to the cloud.
D)   The capability to store and locate information and data on the web.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 3

Digital device ______ is the trend of computers and devices with technologies that overlap.

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A)   transference
B)   compatibility
C)   merging
D)   convergenceE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 4

List and describe uses of computers in home automation.

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Question 5

Twitter and LinkedIn are examples of what kind of website?

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A)   search engine
B)   blog
C)   online social network
D)   homepageE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 6

Several words separated by spaces used in place of a password are called what?

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A)   passphrases
B)   user names
C)   logical keys
D)   symbol generatorsE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 7

A headset contains both a microphone and a speaker.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

C++ and JavaScript are examples of programming languages.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Keyboards for mobile devices contain the same number of keys as desktop keyboards.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A mouse is an example of a(n)  ______ device.

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A)   output
B)   pointing
C)   processing
D)   displayE) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 11

Explain in detail what it means to synchronize computers and mobile devices. Include at least two strategies for keeping your files in sync in your answer.

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Question 12

Define the term computer, including its purpose, components, and types of computers.

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Question 13

______ computing involves reducing the electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using a computer.

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Question 14

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about digital cameras?

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A)   Many digital cameras have built-in GPS.
B)   To record video, you must purchase a separate digital video camera.
C)   Digital cameras typically allow you to review, and sometimes modify, images while they are on the camera.
D)   A smart digital camera can communicate wirelessly with other devices.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 15

Flash memory has many moving parts, making it less durable and shock resistant than other types of media.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A(n) ______ is software that enables users with an Internet connection to access and view webpages on a computer or mobile device.

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Question 17

With streaming media, you access the media content while it downloads.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Briefly describe each of the following as they relate to digital security and privacy:  
Viruses and malware 
Privacy 
Health concerns 
Environmental issues

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Question 19

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT What is a person called who can accomplish many types of daily tasks using technology?

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A)   Tech savvy
B)   Internet wizard
C)   Computer savant
D)   App efficientE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 20

A common way to move an object from one location to another using a mouse is to ______.

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A)   point
B)   drag
C)   right-click
D)   double-clickE) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Exam 1: Introducing Todays Technologies: Computers, Devices, and the Web

______ computing involves reducing the electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using a computer.

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A common way to move an object from one location to another using a mouse is to ______.

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Differentiate between each of the following: Data and Information Input and Output Memory and Storage

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Twitter and LinkedIn are examples of what kind of website?

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Define the term computer, including its purpose, components, and types of computers.

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A(n) ______ is software that enables users with an Internet connection to access and view webpages on a computer or mobile device.

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Explain in detail what it means to synchronize computers and mobile devices. Include at least two strategies for keeping your files in sync in your answer.

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Keyboards for mobile devices contain the same number of keys as desktop keyboards.

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A headset contains both a microphone and a speaker.

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List and describe uses of computers in home automation.

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Briefly describe each of the following as they relate to digital security and privacy: Viruses and malware Privacy Health concerns Environmental issues

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Several words separated by spaces used in place of a password are called what?

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Flash memory has many moving parts, making it less durable and shock resistant than other types of media.

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C++ and JavaScript are examples of programming languages.

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COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following best describes the term, the Internet of Things?

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COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT What is a person called who can accomplish many types of daily tasks using technology?

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With streaming media, you access the media content while it downloads.

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A mouse is an example of a(n) ______ device.

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Digital device ______ is the trend of computers and devices with technologies that overlap.

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COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about digital cameras?

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