Which of the following is NOT a basic computer operation?
Input
Throughput
Processing
Storage
Question 2 10 points Save
A computer system:
is a collection of unrelated components that have been designed to work together smoothly.
refers to the operations in the information processing cycle.
is a collection of related components that have been designed to work together independent of each other.
can be broken down into two major categories: hardware and software.
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A computer system's hardware:
includes the physical components of the computer.
is limited to three components.
may include a keyboard and monitor, but not speakers.
includes only output components.
Question 4 10 points Save
In order for a computer system's hardware to function, a computer needs a:
program.
scanner.
disk drive.
CD-ROM.
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A computer program is:
a series of commands that the computer operator performs to make the computer work.
the same thing as output.
a list of instructions that tell the computer how to complete a specific task.
unnecessary for the computer to accomplish tasks.
Question 6 10 points Save
Application software includes all of the following EXCEPT:
systems software.
word processing software.
Web browser software.
e-mail software.
Question 7 10 points Save
Of the following, which is the most common input device?
Scanner
Keyboard
Microphone
Digital camera
Question 8 10 points Save
Input is:
the result of the processing operation.
organized raw data.
made up of only words and numbers.
the entering of data for the computer to process.
Question 9 10 points Save
During the processing operation, the computer:
transforms information into data.
uses complex processing actions organized into an algorithm.
transforms data into information.
follows a series of unorganized steps.
Question 10 10 points Save
The most important kind of memory that a typical computer uses during the processing operation is __________ memory.
read-only
compact disc
hard drive
random access
Question 11 10 points Save
Output refers to:
displaying the results of the processing operation in a way that people can understand.
sending the results of computer processing to a permanent location.
information that needs further computer activity in order to have meaning to people.
the use of an output device, such as a keyboard or mouse.
Question 12 10 points Save
Which of the following is NOT an example of a storage device?
Hard disk drive
CD-ROM drive
DVD-ROM drive
VRAM drive
Question 13 10 points Save
What takes place during the storage operation in the information processing cycle?
Processed data is saved in the random access memory so you can access it in a later work session.
The results of the processing are stored on a storage device such as a hard drive.
Data is converted to information.
Information is converted to data.
Question 14 10 points Save
Which of the following devices holds the programs and data that the computer needs?
Input
Storage
Communication
Scanner
Question 15 10 points Save
Which of the following is often considered an additional operation in the information processing cycle?
Ethics
E-commerce
Analysis
Communications
Question 16 10 points Save
A modem allows computers to access other computers through all of the following connections EXCEPT:
wireless.
offline.
cable.
telephone lines.
Question 17 10 points Save
Computer devices that are housed outside the system unit are called:
terminals.
memory.
peripherals.
processors.
Question 18 10 points Save
Which of the following computers would be difficult to take on a business trip?
Tablet PC
PDA
Notebook computer
Server
Question 19 10 points Save
The two most commonly used types of personal computers are:
Apple Macintosh and IBM-compatibles.
Microcomputers and network computers.
Apple Macintosh and minicomputers.
IBM-compatible and Internet appliances.
Question 20 10 points Save
Which of the following computers could be carried in your coat pocket?
Tablet PC
Subnotebook
PDA
All-in-one computer
Question 21 10 points Save
Which of the following computers recognizes handwritten input?
Pen
All-in-one
Notebook
Laptop
Question 22 10 points Save
Which manufacturer dominates the workstation market?
HP
Apple
IBM
Dell
Question 23 10 points Save
Which of the following computers would be used in a large corporation to process the gigantic processing needs, such as payroll?
Minicomputer
Mainframe
Supercomputer
Server
Question 24 10 points Save
Which of the following computers would be used to process scientific data and show the possible underlying patterns?
Internet appliance
Terminal
Server
Supercomputer
Question 25 10 points Save
A server is a computer that:
is designed for individual use.
allows you to share data with other computers on a network.
requires employees to run desktop programs called operating systems software in order to communicate with the server.
plays a less important role in today's businesses.
Question 26 10 points Save
What is the main reason for the high penetration of computers in almost every workplace and two-thirds of U.S. households?
The computer's ability to work with different types of data, including words, graphic images, and video clips
The computer's ability to store the results of processing
The speed with which computers are capable of processing data
The ability to check the spelling in a word processed document
Question 27 10 points Save
Which of the following statements about computers is NOT true?
Many people fear computers because they think they are too complicated.
Computers perform what a person or a computer program tells it to do.
Electronic devices are sensitive to dust and moisture.
Static electricity and magnetic interference will not harm electronic devices.
Question 28 10 points Save
What is a product called that complements the human body's best posture and functionality?
Egocentric
Emetic
Ergonomic
Esoteric
Question 29 10 points Save
Which of the following statements is TRUE?
Commercial computer programs average 2-4 errors per thousand lines of code.
Commercial computer programs are free of programming errors.
Most errors in programs cause serious miscalculations.
Most errors cause programs to run slowly or perform needless tasks.
Question 30 10 points Save
Which of the following safety-critical airline computer systems requires the highest level of quality standards?
Passenger entertainment and communication
Passenger list and seating assignments
Air traffic control
Reservation system
Question 31 10 points Save
Which of the following statements regarding computer ethics is considered FALSE?
Computer ethics defines ethical principles for computer professionals.
Computer ethics refers to the behavior associated with your moral beliefs.
Computer ethics deals with computer-related moral dilemmas.
The Internet has helped reduce the amount of unethical computer behavior.
Input
Throughput
Processing
Storage
Question 2 10 points Save
A computer system:
is a collection of unrelated components that have been designed to work together smoothly.
refers to the operations in the information processing cycle.
is a collection of related components that have been designed to work together independent of each other.
can be broken down into two major categories: hardware and software.
Question 3 10 points Save
A computer system's hardware:
includes the physical components of the computer.
is limited to three components.
may include a keyboard and monitor, but not speakers.
includes only output components.
Question 4 10 points Save
In order for a computer system's hardware to function, a computer needs a:
program.
scanner.
disk drive.
CD-ROM.
Question 5 10 points Save
A computer program is:
a series of commands that the computer operator performs to make the computer work.
the same thing as output.
a list of instructions that tell the computer how to complete a specific task.
unnecessary for the computer to accomplish tasks.
Question 6 10 points Save
Application software includes all of the following EXCEPT:
systems software.
word processing software.
Web browser software.
e-mail software.
Question 7 10 points Save
Of the following, which is the most common input device?
Scanner
Keyboard
Microphone
Digital camera
Question 8 10 points Save
Input is:
the result of the processing operation.
organized raw data.
made up of only words and numbers.
the entering of data for the computer to process.
Question 9 10 points Save
During the processing operation, the computer:
transforms information into data.
uses complex processing actions organized into an algorithm.
transforms data into information.
follows a series of unorganized steps.
Question 10 10 points Save
The most important kind of memory that a typical computer uses during the processing operation is __________ memory.
read-only
compact disc
hard drive
random access
Question 11 10 points Save
Output refers to:
displaying the results of the processing operation in a way that people can understand.
sending the results of computer processing to a permanent location.
information that needs further computer activity in order to have meaning to people.
the use of an output device, such as a keyboard or mouse.
Question 12 10 points Save
Which of the following is NOT an example of a storage device?
Hard disk drive
CD-ROM drive
DVD-ROM drive
VRAM drive
Question 13 10 points Save
What takes place during the storage operation in the information processing cycle?
Processed data is saved in the random access memory so you can access it in a later work session.
The results of the processing are stored on a storage device such as a hard drive.
Data is converted to information.
Information is converted to data.
Question 14 10 points Save
Which of the following devices holds the programs and data that the computer needs?
Input
Storage
Communication
Scanner
Question 15 10 points Save
Which of the following is often considered an additional operation in the information processing cycle?
Ethics
E-commerce
Analysis
Communications
Question 16 10 points Save
A modem allows computers to access other computers through all of the following connections EXCEPT:
wireless.
offline.
cable.
telephone lines.
Question 17 10 points Save
Computer devices that are housed outside the system unit are called:
terminals.
memory.
peripherals.
processors.
Question 18 10 points Save
Which of the following computers would be difficult to take on a business trip?
Tablet PC
PDA
Notebook computer
Server
Question 19 10 points Save
The two most commonly used types of personal computers are:
Apple Macintosh and IBM-compatibles.
Microcomputers and network computers.
Apple Macintosh and minicomputers.
IBM-compatible and Internet appliances.
Question 20 10 points Save
Which of the following computers could be carried in your coat pocket?
Tablet PC
Subnotebook
PDA
All-in-one computer
Question 21 10 points Save
Which of the following computers recognizes handwritten input?
Pen
All-in-one
Notebook
Laptop
Question 22 10 points Save
Which manufacturer dominates the workstation market?
HP
Apple
IBM
Dell
Question 23 10 points Save
Which of the following computers would be used in a large corporation to process the gigantic processing needs, such as payroll?
Minicomputer
Mainframe
Supercomputer
Server
Question 24 10 points Save
Which of the following computers would be used to process scientific data and show the possible underlying patterns?
Internet appliance
Terminal
Server
Supercomputer
Question 25 10 points Save
A server is a computer that:
is designed for individual use.
allows you to share data with other computers on a network.
requires employees to run desktop programs called operating systems software in order to communicate with the server.
plays a less important role in today's businesses.
Question 26 10 points Save
What is the main reason for the high penetration of computers in almost every workplace and two-thirds of U.S. households?
The computer's ability to work with different types of data, including words, graphic images, and video clips
The computer's ability to store the results of processing
The speed with which computers are capable of processing data
The ability to check the spelling in a word processed document
Question 27 10 points Save
Which of the following statements about computers is NOT true?
Many people fear computers because they think they are too complicated.
Computers perform what a person or a computer program tells it to do.
Electronic devices are sensitive to dust and moisture.
Static electricity and magnetic interference will not harm electronic devices.
Question 28 10 points Save
What is a product called that complements the human body's best posture and functionality?
Egocentric
Emetic
Ergonomic
Esoteric
Question 29 10 points Save
Which of the following statements is TRUE?
Commercial computer programs average 2-4 errors per thousand lines of code.
Commercial computer programs are free of programming errors.
Most errors in programs cause serious miscalculations.
Most errors cause programs to run slowly or perform needless tasks.
Question 30 10 points Save
Which of the following safety-critical airline computer systems requires the highest level of quality standards?
Passenger entertainment and communication
Passenger list and seating assignments
Air traffic control
Reservation system
Question 31 10 points Save
Which of the following statements regarding computer ethics is considered FALSE?
Computer ethics defines ethical principles for computer professionals.
Computer ethics refers to the behavior associated with your moral beliefs.
Computer ethics deals with computer-related moral dilemmas.
The Internet has helped reduce the amount of unethical computer behavior.