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Chapt 5 Flashcards

1
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peripheral hardware requires a(n) _______ to be installed

A

driver (or device driver)

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word processing and spreadsheet programs are considered _____ software

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productivity

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conferencing and instant messaging are considered ______ software

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collaboration

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if you want to protect your computer against bad software you should install ______ software.

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anti-malware

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to make a file smaller in size or to package multiple files together into one archive, use _______ software

A

compression

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the three application delivery methods are ________, _________, and _________.

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locally installed, local network hosted, and cloud hosted

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when assessing software compatibility, check what two things?

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make sure it runs on your OS, and make sure you meet the minimum hardware requirements

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to install or run a purchased application, you need a(n) _________ _______

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product key

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__________ is the process of letting you use the software by linking it to your computer

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activation

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10
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__________ is the process by which you provide your name and contact info to the software manufacturer.

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registration

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in windows, the best way to uninstall applications is through _____

A

control panel

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12
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if you want your windows OS to be continually updated, what do you need to configure?

A

windows update

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to make your hardware work, what type of software do you need?

A

a driver (or device driver)

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14
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who should you contact to get updated device drivers?

A

the hardware manufacturer

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15
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to use purchased software you need a(n) _____ _______, which stipulates the conditions of use.

A

software license

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16
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how often should you update your security software?

A

at least once a week

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17
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what are two locations from which you might receive an installation file?

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a CD-ROM from the manufacturer, or download from the internet

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18
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to ensure that your OS gets the most important security updates, even if you don’t know they were released, you should enable _________.

A

automatic updates (or windows update or software update)

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19
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the three tiers of a three-tier application architecture are what?

A

database layer
business logic layer
presentation layer

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20
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to remove temporary internet files from your web browser, you should _______

A

clear the cache

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21
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if you want to prevent a button on a web page from working on a web browser, what should you do?

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deactivate client-side scripting or use a script blocker

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22
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what adds functionality to a web browser?

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add-on or extension

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23
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what allows you to browse the internet without your normal browser settings and identification?

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private browsing

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24
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what settings would you configure if your web server needs to go through a secure server to access the internet?

A

proxy settings

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25
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a secure website requires a(n) _____

A

valid certificate

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26
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how do you prevent extra web browser windows from appearing when a website wants them to?

A

pop-up blocker

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what type of software is not free and requires a license?

A

proprietary ( or commercial)

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28
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what type of software license requires you to pay every year?

A

subscription

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29
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access the database layer directly through the application layer

one tier, two tier, or three tier

A

two tier

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stores data in a database or file system securely

one tier, two tier, or three tier

A

three tier

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processes commands, performs calculations, and can make decisions

one tier, two tier, or three tier

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three tier

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32
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presents data to the user and allows the user to interact with the system

one tier, two tier, or three tier

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three tier

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33
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runs all components of the application from a single computer

one tier, two tier, or three tier

A

one tier

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34
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hosts the other layers through the server, having UI in the workstation

one tier, two tier, or three tier

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two tier

35
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serves users with the features of a software but without its source code

freeware, open-source, shareware, single-use, concurrent, corporate

A

freeware

36
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shares the source code with the user for further improvement of the software

freeware, open-source, shareware, single-use, concurrent, corporate

A

open-source

37
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provides a free trial with full or limited version of the software to users

freeware, open-source, shareware, single-use, concurrent, corporate

A

shareware

38
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restricts usage of multiple instance of the application simultaneously

freeware, open-source, shareware, single-use, concurrent, corporate

A

single-use

39
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allows the software to be installed on many PC’s but accessed by few users simultaneously

freeware, open-source, shareware, single-use, concurrent, corporate

A

concurrent

40
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permits an organization to install the application on a specific number of PCs

freeware, open-source, shareware, single-use, concurrent, corporate

A

corporate

41
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a(n) ______ is a piece of software written to tell the operating system how to communicate with a specific piece of hardware.

driver, patch, update

A

driver

42
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a(n) ________ is a set of changes to a computer program or its supporting data designed to update, fix or improve it.

driver, patch, update

A

patch

43
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a(n) ____________ is applied to whatever version you use to avoid problems due to viruses, worms and other exploits

driver, patch, update

A

update

44
Q

instructs the OS to run the program

.exe .msi .app .bat .scexe

A

.exe

45
Q

used for installation and removal of software within windows

.exe .msi .app .bat .scexe

A

.msi

46
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executes a program within macOS

.exe .msi .app .bat .scexe

A

.app

47
Q

executes multiple commands form the windows command prompt within one file

.exe .msi .app .bat .scexe

A

.bat

48
Q

used as self extracting firmware updates produced by HP

.exe .msi .app .bat .scexe

A

.scexe

49
Q

name the software type that does the following:
spreadsheet software, presentation software, web browser

productivity, collaboration, business

A

productivity

50
Q

name the software type that does the following:
online workspace, document sharing, conferencing software

productivity, collaboration, business

A

collaboration

51
Q

name the software type that does the following:
database software, project management, accounting software

productivity, collaboration, business

A

business

52
Q

gives your browser additional functionality

plugin, cookie, pop-up, proxy server

A

plugin

53
Q

refers to a plain text file that a web page stores on your
hard disk

plugin, cookie, pop-up, proxy server

A

cookie

54
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appears as an extra browsing window when you display a certain web page

plugin, cookie, pop-up, proxy server

A

pop-up

55
Q

makes requests on behalf of other computers

plugin, cookie, pop-up, proxy server

A

proxy server

56
Q

john purchases a single-use software license for an application and installs it on his desktop. then he installs it on his laptop. in this scenario which of the following statements is true?
a) john can share the app with his friends to install on their computers
b) john can use the app only on one of the computers
c) john can use the app on both computers but only one at a time
d) john can use the app on both computers at the same time

A

c) john can use the app on both computers but only one at a time

57
Q

what software is designed to let the OS talk to the hardware

application, patch, virtual, driver

A

driver

58
Q

which of the following is NOT an example of productivity software?

conferencing software, word processing software, visual diagramming software, web browser

A

conferencing software

59
Q

you are trying to enter registration info into a website. when you click the submit button, nothing happens. you try again and still nothing. what is the most likely cause of this problem?

pop-up blocker, script blocker, invalid certificate, disabled browser extension

A

script blocker

60
Q

your boss calls you on the phone while he is trying to install software. it is telling him that he needs a product key. where should you tell him to look for it? choose two:

on the package the installation CD came in
in windows update
on the screen in the options menu
in an email from the manufacturer

A

on the package the installation CD came in

in an email from the manufacturer

61
Q

you want to visit a web page and make sure that the website does not steal any info about your identity. in that scenario, which of the following should you use?

extension disabler, private browsing, script blocker, certificate validator

A

private browsing

62
Q

rose opens her software app and gets a message stating that she has only 16 more uses of the product available. given this scenario, what is her best course of action to use it more than 16 additional times?

activate the software, register the software, uninstall and reinstall the software, no longer close the application

A

activate the software

63
Q

which of the following is not generally included in a two tier architecture model?

database layer
application layer
client-side layer
business logic layer

A

business logic layer

64
Q

you have just plugged in a new HP printer to your mac. you cant find a printer driver. what should you do given the circumstances?

use the default HP printer driver for macOS
run software update to install the printer driver automatically
visit HP’s website to download the printer driver
visit apple’s website to download the printer driver

A

visit HP’s website to download the printer driver

65
Q

you have just purchased licensed software and want to install it. which of the following are you required to enter to install this software?

your name and contact info
none of the above
serial # of your processor
the product key

A

the product key

66
Q

which of the following application delivery methods requires internet access?

cloud hosted, three tier, local network hosted, locally installed

A

cloud hosted

67
Q

which of the following types of software licenses requires the user to pay yearly?

single-use, recurring, subscription, open source

A

subscription

68
Q

you are visiting a website to order a product, but you keep seeing old information that you know is outdated. which of the following will most likely fix the problem?

configure proxy settings, clear the cache, disable browser extensions, deactivate client-side scripting

A

clear the cache

69
Q

you need to set up software for 5 users on a network. they all need to have access to and edit the same excel files. which is the best type of software for them to use?

online workspace, project management software, document sharing, conferencing software

A

online workspace

70
Q

which of the following does not require users to pay for the software?

single use, proprietary, open-source, concurrent license

A

open source

71
Q

a user calls to tell you that every time he browses the internet, multiple browser windows keep appearing on his screen even though he has not opened them. in this scenario, what should you do to fix the problem?

disable browser extensions
clear the cache
deactivate client-side scripting
configure a pop-up blocker

A

configure a pop-up blocker

72
Q

you visit a website that is supposed to be secure. your web browser shows the web address in a red font, and you do not see the lock icon. what is the most likely cause of this?

incorrect proxy setting
deactivated client-side scripting
invalid certificate
incompatible browser for the application

A

invalid certificate

73
Q

word processing, spreadsheets and presentation software are examples of what?

collaboration software, productivity software, operating system add-ins, utility software

A

productivity software

74
Q

you just installed an antivirus program on your laptop computer. given a scenario in which you want to maintain proper levels of security, how often should you update the software?

at least once a year
only when a new virus is discovered
at least once a week
at least once a month

A

at least once a week

75
Q

when thinking of software compatibility, which two factors matter most? choose 2:

a) if the software comes with auto updates
b) if the software will work with other software on the computer
c) if the software will work with the operating system
d) if the minimum hardware requirements are met

A

c) if the software will work with the operating system
d) if the minimum hardware requirements are met

76
Q

desktop publishing software, personal information manager, and remote desktop software are examples of which of the following software?

A) utility
B) collaboration
C) productivity
D) specialized

A

productivity

77
Q

which of the following file extensions is associated with video files?

A) .mp4
B) .msi
C) .wav
D) .m4a

A

A) .mp4

78
Q

when you visit a website, it remembers your name from a previous visit. what enables this to happen?

A) cookies
B) cache
C) certificates
D) proxy server

A

a) cookies

79
Q

you want to share 30 files to your client but you don’t want to attach them separately in an email. which of the following file type extensions will you use for consolidating these 30 files? choose all that apply.

A) .tiff
B) .jar
C) .tar
D) .iso
E) .exe

A

.jar
.tar
.iso
B,C,D

80
Q

which of the following is NOT considered productivity software?

A) Jive
B) KOffice
C) Zoho
D) ThinkFree

A

Jive - web based suite for integrating forums, blogs, wiki, chat and VOIP

81
Q

what is a common compression format file extension seen on UNIX and Linux computers?

A) .iso
B) .dmg
C) .rar
D) .gz

A

D) .gz

82
Q

which type of language is most likely to be used to write a web page?

A) scripted
B) assembly
C) compiled
D) interpreted

A

interpreted

a scripted language is often used to modify video games.

83
Q

which data type is used as control logic within a program?

A) string
B) boolean
C) binary
D) char

A

boolean - data type is true or false

84
Q

which of the following notational systems is the number 1001 written in?

A) binary
B) decimal
C) hexadecimal
D) unable to determine

A

unable to determine

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