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COS104 S24 Final Review
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1
The maximum transmission capacity of a device is called its _____.
flow rate
bandwidth
trancap
bit rate
2
What kind of chart type includes individual data points?
scatter plot
column chart
bar chart
pie chart
3
I want to add the values in column B of a spreadsheet, from rows 7 through 15. What function will do this?
=SUM(B7, B15)
=SUM(B7:B15)
=SUM(B7+B15)
=TOTAL(B7:B15)
4
Which of the following is NOT a way to reduce your online digital footprint?
Delete unnecessary online accounts
Turn off location service on your phone
Deleting social media comments
Check the privacy settings on any sites you use
5
What is a "dark pattern" in the context of online interactions?
A background design on websites
A popular type of video game
Deceptive design tricks to manipulate users
A user-friendly interface
6
What is the defining characteristic of Web 3.0?
It focuses on read-only content
It is primarily text-based
It is controlled by a single entity
It promises a more decentralized Internet
7
According to Dyer, how is technicism related to religion?
It completely rejects all forms of technology
It views technology as a potential savior
It offers a new form of worship
It encourages the use of traditional religious practices
8
What is the main purpose of a firewall?
To enhance website speeds
To monitor outgoing emails
To store data securely
To prevent unauthorized access to a network
9
A dark pattern designed to make it difficult to opt out of a service is known as:
Sneak into basket
Bait and switch
Confirmshaming
Roach motel
10
Which of the following passwords would be hardest to crack?
HamburgerToyotaSpleenPracticum
Ig0ToTayl0r
LetMeIn123
Y&$h78bp
11
What is a significant impact of encryption on internet security?
It makes private data more susceptible to hacking
It decreases the speed of internet connections
It increases the cost of internet services
It protects data from being intercepted and read
12
What concern does "The Social Dilemma" raise about social media platforms?
They improve communication effeciency
They offer too many user options
They are not widely accessible
They exploit psychological vulnerabilities
13
Why do we need to use encryption to keep private data safe on the Internet?
because the Internet is a public network
government rules mandate it
we don't; private information is always safe
network protocols aren't complicated enough
14
______ tries to identify virus-like behavior when a virus signature is not known.
Software security
Antivirus protocol
Heuristic analysis
Multi-Factor Authentication
15
In a spreadsheet, how do you denote a range of cells?
A6..B9
A6!B9
A6:B9
A6-B9
16
What does the term "technicism" suggest about technology?
It should be avoided
It can solve all human problems
It has no real impact
It is always beneficial
17
______ may collect and sell user information.
Free apps
Paid apps
Both free and paid apps
No apps
18
What is the main concern with symmetric key encryption on the Internet?
It's too slow
Computers cannot privately share the key in advance
It uses too much data
The key is too complex to remember
19
What is an example of Artificial Narrow Intelligence (ANI)?
All of these
A robot performing surgeries
Facial recognition systems
A chatbot like ChatGPT
20
Why does fake news spread faster on social media?
It's easier to share
There isn't enough real news to share
It doesn't spread faster; it only seems that way
It makes more money
21
How does virtual reality change our concept of presence?
By substituting virtual presence for physical presence
By emphasizing physical presence
By improving social interactions
By making virtual experiences less immersive
22
How does the concept of "the medium is the message" apply to technology?
It suggests the the form of technology alters its impact
It states that the content is more important than the medium
It emphasizes the entertainment value of technology
It implies that all technologies are inherently harmful
23
The concept of "The medium is the message" was proposed by:
Tristan Harris
Marshall McLuhan
Neil Postman
Jaron Lanier
24
What should you do if you receive an email requesting sensitive information?
Ignore the email and check the legitimate website
Click on the link provided in the email
Forward the email to friends for advice
Reply with the information requested
25
Which branch of artificial intelligence attempts to mimic the human brain?
neural networks
machine learning
natural language processing
robotics
26
What is metadata?
A common image format
Extra information, such as the location of an image
A record of a user's online activities
The practice of inferring more about a user from their online posts
27
What information is typically included in the metadata of digital photos?
The weather conditions when the photo was taken
Location and camera settings
The price of the camera
The names of people in the photo
28
Which function returns the smallest number from a cell range?
=SUM()
=MIN()
=AVERAGE()
=MAX()
29
The term "Privacy Zuckering" refers to:
Encrypting personal data
Being tricked into sharing more than you intended
Browsing privately
Using secure passwords
30
What type of hacker is considered to be ethical?
Black hat hacker
White hat hacker
Blue hat hacker
Red hat hacker
31
Which action does NOT minimize your digital footprint?
Turning off location services
Using incognito mode
Deleting unnecessary online accounts
Posting frequently on social media
32
What is the risk of downloading software from an obscure website?
It might offer free updates
It could contain viruses or malware
It will provide faster Internet speeds
It will be compatible with all devices
33
In what form of cryptography is the public key share with anyone but the private key is kept secret?
Caesar's Cipher
Quantum Cryptography
Asymmetric
Symmetric
34
What is a potential downside of AI in terms of privacy?
Use of personal data without explicit consent
Decreased need for data storage
Reduced Internet conectivity
Increased data transparency
35
What does multi-factor authentication involve?
A password and a security question
Only a fingerprint
Multiple layers of security
Only a password
36
A person's digital ______ consists of the information about him/her that can be found on the Internet.
bootstrap
metadata
footprint
fingerprint
37
Trick questions, confirmshaming, ads disguised as content, and bait & switch are all examples of ______.
malware
security holes
dark patterns
metadata
38
Which of the following is NOT recommended for strong password creation?
Using a password manager
Changing passwords frequently
Using a passphrase
Using a short and simple password
39
What will the function
=QUOTIENT(25, 3)
yield?
9
8
8.333333
0
40
A formula or function in a spreadsheet always starts with what?
+
!
>
=
41
What does a cell in a spreadsheet represent?
A function
A single data point
A text box
A graph
42
What practice increases the risk of a security breach?
Using the same password on multiple sites
Regular software updates
Using antivirus software
Two-factor authentication
43
When I delete online content, it disappears forever.
No
Yes
44
The formula in cell A2 is =B$4+$C5 and is copied to B3. What will the formula in B3 be?
=B$4+$D5
=B$4+$C6
=C$4+$C5
=C$4+$C6
45
Which of the following is a way computer viruses can spread?
Using Google Drive
Posting on social media
uploading a video to YouTube
Opening an infected email attachment
46
It is possible to be 100% secure online.
False
True
47
Why is it important to manage one's digital footprint?
To increase social media followers
To reduce internet usage costs
To maintain privacy and control over personal data
To improve device performance
48
What does Tristan Harris identify as a vulnerability of human behavior exploited by social media?
Intermittent variable rewards
Information accuracy
Constant connectivity
Addiction to likes
49
A(n) ______ is located on a network perimeter, and prevents malicious traffic.
firewall
digital certificate
virus signature
antimalware switch
50
What kind of tasks is AI particularly good at performing?
Unpredictable tasks
Tasks that require emotional judgment
Tasks the require human interaction
Repetitive or mundane tasks
51
Which of the following is a logical function in a spreadsheet?
=IF()
=SUM()
=ROW()
=A1+B1
52
How often should antivirus software update its virus signatures?
Daily
Monthly
Weekly
Yearly
53
Which of the following is NOT a type of artificial intelligence?
Neural Networks
Virtual Reality
Machine Learning
Natural Language Processing
54
What does the =COUNTIF() function do in a spreadsheet?
Adds all cells that meet a specific condition
Counts the number of cells that meet a specific condition
Divides two numbers and returns the integer portion
Returns the largest number in a range
55
What is a cell range in a spreadsheet?
A group of adjacent cells
A single cell
None of these
The total number of cells in a spreadsheet
56
Edward Snowden said not caring about privacy because you have nothing to hide is like not caring about what other right?
Freedom of expression
Right to vote
Freedom of speech
Right to protest
57
Enlarging the key used makes encrypting a message much more difficult.
True
False
58
Digital certificates are issued, managed, and revoked by ______.
Google
Governments
Digital Certificate Authorities
Microsoft
59
What does it mean when a website has a padlock in the address bar?
The connection is encrypted
It is protected by a password
It has been hacked
It is a government website
60
What is EXIF data commonly associated with?
Photos
Text documents
Emails
Music files
