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1
What is (are) the biggest criticism(s) of Chromebooks?
Poor Security
Applications too limited
Too Expensive
Operating System Expires
2
What is NOT an example of an "open source" application
Libre Office
Krita
Audacity
MS Office
3
When using a spreadsheet program, how to you divide 3 into 36?
= 36/3
36/3
=3/36
= 36 div by 3
4
Which file name extension is associated with Scratch?
.sb3
.mp3
.html
.txt
5
In Technology, which two fields promise the most jobs?
Web Site Development
Cybersecurity
Artifical Intelligence
Graphic Arts
6
What are the advantages of Linux operating systems?
Hardware Choices
Low Cost
Privacy and Security
All of the Above
7
Which of the following is a guideline for properly naming files and folders?
Use short, simple, unique file names.
Use special characters or symbols instead of spaces.
Use all capital letters for folder names.
Use a numbering scheme instead of words.
8
In Scratch where does the command "Ask" put the response?
In a named "variable"
In the first item of a "List"
In the "Answer"
Depends on the Game
9
What desktop operating system is most likely to get infected by a computer virus?
Windows Phone
Linux
Microsoft Windows
Mac OS
10
What is an example of a search engine that respects privacy?
Bing
Instagram
Google Search
Duck Duck Go
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When using a spreadsheet program, how do multiply 3 by 36?
3 x 36
= 3 * 36
= 3 times 36
= 3 X 36
12
Examples of Popular Computer Programming Languages are:
Rust
All of the Above
Python
C++
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What is NOT a reason to avoid "Big Tech" solutions?
To Many Technical Flaws
Cost
Risk to Personal Privacy
Possible Information Bias
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What are examples of a computer input devices?
A Color Laser Printer
A Bluetooth Mouse
A Wacom Tablet
A wired keyboard
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"Strong" Computer/Internet Passwords should...
Should mix letters, case (upper/lower), numbers, and punctuation.
All of the Above.
Be comprised of common words.
Be a least 12 characters.
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Why do Windows computers get the most viruses?
Hackers hate Microsoft.
Other operating systems are 100% secure.
Windows is the most installed operating system.
Windows presents hackers the biggest challenge.
17
Which of the following is a desktop operating system?
Apple iOS
Google Android
Zoom
Mac OS
18
What are some symptoms of "Internet Addiction?"
Low Self Esteem
All of the Above
Feelings of Anger
Feelings of Depression
19
What O/S Platform Offers the Best Gaming?
Linux
Windows
MacOS
ChromeOS
20
Scenario: Your have 5 programs running at the same time and now your computer is running very slow. What can you do?
Quit out of any program that you are NOT using
Hit the ESCAPE key on your keyboard
Restart your computer
Install a larger hard drive
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Why might some teachers be worried about artificial intelligence?
Fear of the Unknown
Students will use AI to cheat
Very Real Threat of Killer Zombie Robots
Identity of AI Programmers Unknown
22
Much of the world's malware, viruses, and ransomware come from what part of the world?
China
Russia & Eastern Europe
Iran
North Korea
23
What advantages do Apple Computer's technology solutions offer?
Ease of Use
Low Cost
Customer Support
High Quality Applications
24
To Transfer files from an iPad to your Windows laptop, you could...
Use Apple Airdrop.
Use the iPad App "Documents by Readdle" to wirelessly transfer.
Log into Your Google Account and Save to your Google Drive.
All of the Above.
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What is this?
A Static Hard Drive
RAM
A Magnetic Hard Drive
An Old CD Player
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Sending fake emails to reveal personal information, such as passwords and credit card numbers is called?
Cracking
Phishing
Ransomware
Sniffing
