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Spring 2022 COSC 1301 Midterm Review
Spring 2022 COSC 1301 Midterm Review
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When a computer does not have enough ____, your computer will slow down quite a bit when too many programs are running.
ROM
Drivers
Storage
RAM
2
The desktop application's purpose is to manage the computer's memory & h/w components & allow communication with the PC
True
False
3
If a user is having problems with a router connecting to the Internet, the user is often told to do a _____ first.
backup
a virus scan
full system scan
power cycle
4
Software that is meant to be installed on the Mac OS can be found at the _____.
Microsoft store
App Store
App Depot
Play Store
5
The macOS and Windows use a trash can to prevent you from accidentally deleting files.
False
True
6
Wallpaper files are commonly in the ___ format.
JPG
WEP
VPN
WPA
7
Uploading means sending data or a file from your computer to somewhere on the Internet.
True
False
8
Which application is used to organize files and folders on a Windows computer?
Finder
Internet Explorer
File Explorer
Sorter
9
.docx, .jpg and .mp3 are all examples of __________/
applications
none of the above
file extensions
icons
10
Software typically needs to be ____ to run on a computing device.
installed
downloaded
executed
refreshed
11
To look up and edit router settings, you start a web browser and enters the router's ___ ____.
Protocol
IP Address
SIM
MAC Address
12
The numeric _ area of a keyboard is very useful for numeric entry and calculations, as it contains the numbers 0-9.
function
keypad
cursor
modifier
13
____ can be modified and distributed by anyone around the world.
iOS
macOS
Windows
Linux
14
What does Gui stand For
Gateway using intel
Good Use iPhone
Graphical User Interface
Global User Index
15
Linux is the most popular operating system.
False
True
16
A(n) ____ is a graphical representation of a file, folder, or drive.
directory
path
icon
widge
17
Wireless printers are easier to setup than traditional USB printers.
False
True
18
Windows, macOS, and Linux are examples of _____.
Mobile Devices
Internet Service Providers
Web browser
Operating Systems
19
There are not many apps available for mobile devices.
False
True
20
____ files are a group of files that are scattered throughout a hard drive platter instead of one continuous location.
Unformatted
Defragmentation
Defrag
Fragmented
21
Which of the following techniques can be used to try to speed up a slow computer? Check all that apply
Remove unnessary or unused software
Add more RAM
Make a backup of your important data
Disable unnecessary startup processes
22
A file _____ is a three or four-letter identifier at the end of a file name and following a period.
Exension
property
identifier
option
23
The computer that has been traditionally found on the desks in many offices and homes is __ computer.
mainframe
desktop
embedded
blade
24
_____ utility software that will help get rid of temporary and unnecessary files.
Virus Scan
Disk Cleanup
Time Capsule
Disk Defragmenter
25
____ is a utility software that reorganizes fragmented data files and allows the computer to access it more easily.
Disk Cleanup
Virus Scan
Time Capsule
Disk Defragmenter
26
There are many apps available for mobile devices.
True
False
27
A new _____ is a probably the solution if texts is printing very light and difficult to read.
a device driver
Computer
Ink Cartridge
a USB cable
28
If you've ever posted a photo to social media, then you've _____ the photo.
installed
digitized
downloaded
uploaded
29
Open source software, the source code is publicly available to anyone who wants it and it is free.
True
False
30
The best way to guard against malware is to install _____ software.
accessibility
operating
antivirus
desktop
31
All the below are examples of available accessibility features except
sticky keys
closed captioning
text-to-speech
encryption
32
When you defrag a hard drive, everything gets moved around and separated.
False
True
33
Google Android and Apple iOS are examples of _____ for mobile devices.
Operating systems
Peripheral devices
Application
Hardware
34
Multitasking refers to having more than one application opened at the same time.
False
True
35
Ctrl+C is a command keyboard shortcut to select all.
True
False
36
Ubuntu, Mint, and Fedora are distributions of ______.
Android
Linux
Windows
macOS
37
Which of the following file extensions commonly represent installation files? Check all that apply?
.dmg
.mp3
.exe
.ins
38
A program used to tell the computer how to use specific devices are known as _______.
drivers
application software
viruses
operating Systems
39
_____ is a free office suite.
LibreOffice
Thunderbird
GIMP
Dropbox
40
Devices that can be plugged into additional ports in your computer are known as
peripherals
external
device drivers
widgets
41
iPad uses the ____ operating system.
macOS
Linux
iOS
Android
42
____ software can only be modified by the company that owns it. It can't be modified and distributed by anyone.
Proprietary
Open Source
Server
Linux
43
_____ is a mobile operating system.
Windows 10
Linux
ios
macOS
44
The double-click operation of the mouse _____ a file or application.
Deletes
Opens
Move
Select
45
Macs must run defragmentation software once a month.
True
False
46
The program you are using closes suddenly, and an error message pops up. What should you do first?
Write down the error message
Call tech support
Restart the computer
Panic
47
Open Source is user friendlier than proprietary software.
True
False
48
When you no longer need a file or a folder you can use the ___ command to remove it from your drive.
delete
backup
install
Cleanup
49
When the computer is in ____ mode, only the minimum number of drivers needed to run the PC are loaded.
boot up
restore
recovery
safe
50
The optical ___ is the most common pointing device for desktop computers.
stylus
mouse
scanner
disc
51
To access the Task Manager on Windows 8 and Windows 10, you can use the following shortcut key combinations.
Ctrl+Shift+Esc
Ctrl+T+M
Alt+Shift+Esc
Ctrl+Alt+Esc
52
Programs that allows users to perform specific tasks and that run on a desktop or laptop are called ____.
Device Drivers
Operating Systems
Mobile Apps
Desktop Applications
53
An external hard drive is subject to the same risk as a computer.
True
False
54
A(n) __ is a pointing device that works like an upside-down mouse.
trackball
pointing stick
trackpad
touchpad
55
Uploading means sending data or a file from your computer to somewhere on the Internet.
False
True
56
Uploading means receiving data or a file from the Internet on your computer.
True
False
57
Excel spreadsheet files use the .pdf extension.
True
False
58
The file system on macOS to help you find files is called the Finder.
False
True
59
The most well known word processor is ______
Pages
Microsoft Excel
Mozilla Firefox
Microsoft Word
60
Let's say you're having trouble locating a file on your PC. Which of the following are good places to look for the file?
default folders like My Documents
The screensaver
The downloads folder
The Recycle Bin
61
__ is a set of instructions that makes the computer perform tasks. In other words, it tells the computer what to do.
software
hardware
Information
Data
62
When a file is deleted in Windows, it is permanently deleted and cannot be recovered.
False
True
63
Ergonomics is the science of how equipment design and usage habits can reduce user discomfort and increase productivity.
False
True
64
Ctrl+A is a command keyboard shortcut to select all.
False
True
65
What type of program allows a user to view web pages on the Internet.
gmail
web browser
A word processor software
media player software
66
The program Windows Explorer (file explorer( icon) looks like a _____.
Face on the taskbar
A face on the dock
Folder
Windows Icon
67
The program Finder on a Mac looks like a ______.
a face on the dock
folder
Windows Icon
face on the taskbar
68
Too many applications running on startup will not slow down your computer.
False
True
69
Mojave, High Sierra, and Sierra are specific versions of ______.
Windows
macOS
Android
Linux
70
The file system on macOS to help you find files is called Windows Explorer.
False
True
71
Which of the following is not the name of a web browser?
Chrome
Firefox
Bing
Safari
72
The ___ is the primary storage device of a personal computer.
Compact Disc
Hard drive
ROM
RAM
73
These simple steps can extend the lifetime of your computer system, except ______.
disable program from running on startup unless they are necessary.
installing the latest browser
Shut down your computer at least few times a week
Uninstall programs you no longer use
74
You cannot get a computer virus if you install antivirus software.
True
False
75
A range of contiguous (adjacent) files can be selected by clicking on the first file, then holding down the shift key.
True
False
76
____ is the process of removing applications from your computer.
uninstalling
disk cleanup
defragmenter
installing
77
To select multiple specific files simultaneously, hold down the ____ key while clicking on the files.
Alt
Escape
Control Key
Shift Key
78
A network _ is a powerful pc with special software&equipment that enables it to function as the primary pc in a network.
client
console
server
LBS
79
Anti-Virus software can remove all viruses without a problem.
False
True
80
Running more than one application at the same time is known as _____.
Hyperthreading
Hypertasking
Multi-tasking
Multi-threading
81
To start a program on Windows, users can find applications on the _______.
Spotlight
Dock
Start Button
Finder
82
A backup of your data is crucial before your computer develops any significant problems.
False
True
83
Too many applications running on startup can slow down your computer.
True
False
84
Software that is meant to be installed on the Windows OS can be found at the _____.
App Depot
Play Store
APP store
Microsoft Store
85
Brother, Canon and Epson are common _____ brands.
mouse
printer
computer
monitor
86
Whenever you actively work on something using your computer, that works temporarily.
a tape drive
RAM
a bay
BD
87
After the software is acquired, it must typically be installed before it can be used.
False
True
88
Windows allow user to resize a window by dragging the ____.
Title Bar
Status Bar
Corners
Outer edges (top, bottom, left, right)
89
OS typically contains a disk ____ or optimization utility, which will reorganize files and fragments in a line.
defragmentation
cleanup
compression
formatting
90
___ are programs that allow the operating system and other programs to activate and use a hardware device.
Lanes
Interrupts
tracks
Drivers
91
The physical devices that make up a computer system are called ____.
NFC
software
hardware
data
92
A _____ is an electronic that manipulates, information, or data.
Hard drive
Motherboard
Hardware
Computers
93
The image that appears behind the icons on your computer's desktop is called ______.
GUI
display
graphic
background
94
Screen magnifier & switch adapted peripherals are examples of __, which seeks to aid disable users in using their device
ergonomics
assistive technology devices
peripheral devices
accessibility
95
________ is a free image editor.
GIMP
Libre Office
Thunderbird
Dropbox
96
This 1981 PC (and its clones) were so popular that its descendants are now the most common type of personal computer.
Microsoft Windows
IBM PC
Osborne 1
Apple Macintosh
97
______ is a free email management applications.
LibreOffice
DropBox
GIMP
Thunderbird
98
The files system on Windows to help you find files is called Windows Explorer.
True
False
99
The most noticeable type of memory for a PC user is called _, which acts as an electronic scratchpad inside the computer
NIC
ROM
CPU
RAM
100
Downloading means receiving data or a file from the Internet on your computer.
True
False