True/False
Indicate whether the
statement is true or false.
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People who use the computer directly or use the information it provides are
called computer users, end users, or sometimes, just users.
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2.
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Most devices connected to the computer communicate with the monitor to carry out
a task.
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 Figure 1
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Most notebook computers come with a touchpad, a small, flat, rectangular
pointing device near the keyboard that allows you to move the pointer by sliding a fingertip on the
surface of the pad. Such a device is shown in the accompanying figure.
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4.
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A photo printer converts data from the computer into a beam of light that is
focused on a photo-conductor drum, forming the images to be printed.
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Magnetic disks use magnetic particles to store items such as data, instructions,
and information on a disk’s surface.
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Although CDs have large storage capacities, even a CD cannot hold many of
today’s complex programs.
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A key advantage of word processing software is that users easily can make
changes in documents, such as correcting spelling; changing margins; and adding, deleting, or
relocating entire paragraphs.
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8.
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The disadvantages of mobile computers, such as lower processor speeds,
poor-quality monitors, weight, short battery life, and significantly higher prices, prevent companies
from buying these computers for their staffs even today.
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Passive-matrix screens display high-quality color that is viewable from all
angles.
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10.
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Smart phones with monochrome screens typically have a much shorter battery life
than Pocket PC devices with color screens.
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Modified True/False
Indicate
whether the statement is true or false. If false, change the identified word or phrase to make the
statement true.
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Computers perform four basic operations — input, process, output, and
communication. _________________________
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12.
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With a(n) mouse, you control the movement of the pointer on the screen
and make selections from the screen. _________________________
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13.
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Backup is the process of dividing the disk into tracks and
sectors. _________________________
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A Web page can contain text, graphics, audio, and video, and has
built-in connections, or links, to other Web documents. _________________________
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If your computer has a(n) modem, then you can access the Internet using a
standard telephone line. _________________________
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Multiple Choice
Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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____ conveys meaning and is useful to one or more people.
a. | Information | c. | Software | b. | Data | d. | Hardware |
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The processor, memory, and storage devices are housed in a box-like case called
the ____.
a. | central processing unit | c. | logic unit | b. | system
unit | d. | system
software |
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A ____ is a small metal or plastic device that looks like a ballpoint
pen, but uses pressure instead of ink to write, draw, or make selections.
a. | keyboard | c. | mouse | b. | pointer | d. | stylus |
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Figure 1
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What type of device is shown in the accompanying figure?
a. | input | c. | storage | b. | output | d. | system |
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One kilobyte (K or KB) equals approximately ____ memory locations
a. | 100 | c. | 10,000 | b. | 1,000 | d. | 100,000 |
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What is the most popular type of flat panel monitor?
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A ____ is a duplicate of a file, program, or disk that you can use in
case the original is lost, damaged, or destroyed.
a. | platter | c. | backup | b. | track | d. | head crash |
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A ____ is an erasable optical disc you can write on multiple times.
a. | USB drive | c. | BD-ROM (Blu-ray) | b. | CD-R (compact
disc-recordable) | d. | CD-RW
(compact disc-rewriteable) |
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A(n) ____ is system software.
a. | spreadsheet program | c. | word processing program | b. | operating
system | d. | presentation
graphics program |
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A URL consists of a ____, a domain name, sometimes the path to a specific Web
page or location in a Web page, and the Web page name.
a. | protocol | c. | storage | b. | format | d. | B2C |
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____ computers are a good option if you work mostly in one place and have plenty
of space in your work area.
a. | Tablet PC | c. | Personal mobile | b. | Notebook | d. | Desktop |
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Plan to buy a computer that will last you for ____ year(s).
a. | one | c. | three to five | b. | two to three | d. | five to ten |
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28.
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How much RAM is recommended for a Game Home User?
a. | 512 MB | c. | 2 GB | b. | 1 GB | d. | 4 GB |
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29.
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The lightest notebook computers, which weigh less than 3 pounds, are equipped
with a ____-inch display.
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30.
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If you spend a lot of time attending lectures or meetings, then the pure ____ is
ideal.
a. | Mobile device | c. | Notebook | b. | Desktop | d. | Tablet PC |
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Multiple Response
Identify one
or more choices that best complete the statement or answer the question.
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Modified Multiple Choice
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31.
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Which of the following are components of the central processing unit?
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32.
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Which of the following are types of mobile storage media?
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33.
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Which of the following are types of flash memory cards?
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34.
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Which of the following are types of e-commerce?
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35.
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Which of the following are types of built-in wireless network
connections?
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Completion
Complete each
statement.
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36.
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The term ____________________ is used to describe a collection of hardware
components that function together as a system.
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37.
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A(n) ____________________ printer prints by striking an inked ribbon against the
paper.
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38.
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A floppy disk ____________________ is a device that can read from and write on a
floppy disk.
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39.
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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.
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40.
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The most popular scanner purchased with a computer today is the
____________________ scanner.
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Matching
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Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or
definition. a. | Blu-ray | d. | icon | b. | track | e. | system unit | c. | hypertext transfer
protocol |
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41.
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Processor, memory, and storage devices are housed in a box-like case.
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42.
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Narrow recording band that forms a full circle on the surface of the
disk.
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43.
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Higher quality and more capacity than standard DVDs.
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44.
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Represents an application such as word processing, or a file or document where
data is stored.
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45.
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Communications standard used to transfer pages on the Web.
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Essay
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46.
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What must you consider when you decide if you should purchase a desktop or a
mobile computer system? How does this influence your decision?
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Case
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Critical Thinking Questions
Case 1
Sally is a very active
real estate agent. She is looking to purchase a new computer so she can keep track of her
client’s accounts, access the Internet from anywhere in the city and touch-up photos of real
estate properties.
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Should Sally get a PC desktop or a laptop computer? List the system requirements
she should have on this computer. Include: operating system, processor speed, RAM, Internet access,
hard disk, optical drive type, screen size.
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48.
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Is it better for Sally to choose an ISP or an OSP? What would be the advantages
of her choice?
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Critical Thinking Questions
Case 2
John is working on a
very secretive project. He is concerned that his laptop may be stolen. He is especially concerned
that his data may fall into the wrong hands. One of his co-workers told him to get one of these
devices.  Figure 2
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49.
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What is this device called?
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50.
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What is this device used for?
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