Computer Basics 12-15

Question 1

Wireless is generally more convenient, however you will need to think about __________________.

Accepted Answer

wireless security

Question 2

To permanently delete a file, EMPTY the Trash or Recycle Bin.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 3

A home network can be either __________ or _________, or a mixture of the two.

Accepted Answer

wired, wireless

Question 4

Most antivirus programs can update automatically but you will have enable that feature.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 5

The best way to guard against malware is to install Antivirus Software.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 6

A service set identifier is commonly called the SSID is the name of a wireless network.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

To open an application on a Mac click on the icon on the _________

Accepted Answer

Dock

Question 8

The file system on Windows is called Windows Explorer and on Macs is called Finder.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 9

Any software that is designed to damage your computer is _________________.

Accepted Answer

Malware

Question 10

A ________ is hardware on the motherboard that allows the computer to communicate.

Accepted Answer

network card

Question 11

Often bundled with other software, most malware is distributed over the __________.

Accepted Answer

Internet

Question 12

A network card will have an_________, a _________ connection or both.

Accepted Answer

Ethernet port, wireless

Question 13

The primary piece of hardware needed to connect to the internet is a _____________.

Accepted Answer

Modem

Question 14

___ prevents unauthorized users from reading data that is transmitted over a wireless network.

Accepted Answer

Encryption

Question 15

To have multiple computers access the internet you should create a _______________.

Accepted Answer

Home Network

Question 16

A _________ allows you to connect several computer and devices on a single internet connection.

Accepted Answer

Router

Question 17

To open a file, double click it or use the ___________________.

Accepted Answer

Navigation Pane

Question 18

Open an app on a PC from the Start button. Create shortcuts on the taskbar or the _________.

Accepted Answer

Desktop

Question 19

Both PCs and Macs have __________ but they look different.

Accepted Answer

Desktops

Question 20

An encryption password is a series of characters used to control access to a network.

Accepted Answer

True

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