True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or
false.
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A computer is an electronic tool.
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2.
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The letters and numbers on a computer keyboard are arranged differently than on
a typewriter.
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3.
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Whenever the computer is turned off, it erases data stored in read-only memory
(ROM).
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4.
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Computer output devices are often the same as input devices.
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5.
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The most important piece of computer hardware is the keyboard.
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6.
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Personal computers, work stations, minicomputers, and mainframes have very
different features and components.
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7.
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The majority of PCs use the MicrosoftÒ WindowsÒ operating
system.
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8.
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Most popular system software uses a graphical user interface.
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9.
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A browser is a type of software used to locate and display information on the
Web.
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10.
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A major disadvantage of computers is that they are becoming more expensive and
more difficult to use.
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Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the
statement or answers the question.
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11.
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The computer does work in three steps described as
a. | initiate, pause, extricate. | b. | memory, logic, control. | c. | input, output,
memory. | d. | input, processing, output. |
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12.
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A computer system has five sections. The section that directs the other four
sections is called
a. | control. | b. | input. | c. | logic. | d. | memory. |
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The arithmetic and logic section of the computer
a. | records and stores data. | b. | does the actual processing. | c. | changes data into
forms people can understand. | d. | decides when to accept
data. |
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14.
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For personal computers, the CPU is contained on a single, tiny silicon chip
called a
a. | calculator. | b. | microprocessor. | c. | notebook. | d. | peripheral. |
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Computer input and output devices are often called
a. | keyboards. | b. | drivers. | c. | peripherals. | d. | terminals. |
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Programs used to perform certain tasks are called
a. | artificial intelligence. | b. | application software. | c. | electronic
language. | d. | system software. |
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What type of application software is used to keep financial records?
a. | spreadsheets | b. | graphics | c. | communications | d. | application |
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Minicomputers and mainframe computers are the midsize and large systems used in
a. | business. | b. | industry. | c. | government. | d. | all of the
above. |
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19.
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The Internet originated through a project funded by the
a. | federal government. | b. | medical system. | c. | newspaper
industry. | d. | banking industry. |
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20.
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To keep up with future technology, most workers may need to
a. | earn a college degree. | b. | participate in continuing education and
training. | c. | change occupations and jobs frequently. | d. | undergo periodic
performance assessment. |
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Completion
Complete each statement.
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21.
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Computer ____________________ is a general knowledge of computers.
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22.
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Computer data is transmitted over telephone lines or fiberoptic cable using a
____________________.
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23.
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Software ____________________ are sets of applications that enable users to move
material between applications.
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24.
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Two or more computers linked together are called a(n)
____________________.
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25.
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A(n) _________________________ is an organization that provides access to the
Internet.
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26.
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One of the quickest ways to get to a web site is to click on a
____________________.
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27.
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URL is an acronym for _________________________.
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28.
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____________________ is probably the most popular use of the Internet.
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29.
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Because it enables access to millions of files of information, the Internet is
like a huge ____________________.
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30.
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The Internet, like print and broadcast media, is also a source of
____________________.
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Short Answer
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31.
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What are some of the problems and issues associated with increased use of the
Internet?
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32.
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What are the six common types of application software?
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