Chapter 1: Information Technology, The Internet and you

Question 1

The purpose of it was:

Answer 1

Help users become highly efficient and effective computer users

Question 2

The internet:

Answer 2

Impact of technology on privacy and the environment and role of personal and organizational ethics

Question 3

Part of an information system

Answer 3

People, Procedures, Software Hardware, Data, and The Internet

Question 4

People

Answer 4

An essential part of any system
Ways this text helps you become a more efficient and effective computer users
1) Making IT work for you
2) Tips
3) Privacy
4) Environment
5) Ethics
6) Career in IT

Question 5

Software/Programs

Answer 5

Tell the computer how to process data into the form you want

Question 6

There are two significant kinds of software:

Answer 6

1) System Software
Software used by computers
2) Application Software
Software you use

Question 7

System Software

Answer 7

1) Enables application software to interact with the computer hardware
2) Background software helps manage resources
3) Collection of system programs: Operating Systems, Utilities, and Device Drivers

Question 8

System Software (Continued)

Answer 8

1) Operating System
• Coordinates computer resources
• Provides the user interface
• Runs applications
2) Embedded operating system
• Used by Smartphones and tablets
• Real-time operating systems (RTOS)
3) Standalone operating system
• Used by desktops
4) Networking operating systems
• Used to run networks

Question 9

System Software Continued

Answer 9

1) Utilities
2) Perform specific tasks related to managing computer resources
3) Antivirus Program
4) Protects from viruses
Can damage your software or hardware
Comprise the security and privacy of personal data

Question 10

Application Software

Answer 10

End-user software
Types of application software
1. General-Purpose applications
• Widely used programs, Browsers, and Word Processor
2. Specialized applications
• More narrowly focused and Web Authoring
3. Apps
• Designed for mobile devices and Social media apps

Question 11

Hardware – Types of Computers

Answer 11

Supercomputers
• 1) Most powerful computers
• 2) Mainframe computers
• 3) Process large amounts of data
• 4) Midrange computers
• 5) Servers
• 6) Personal computers
• 7) PCs
• 8) Five types of PCs

Question 12

Personal Computer Types

Answer 12

1) Desktop
2) Laptop (notebook)
3) Tablet
4) Smartphone
5) Wearables

Question 13

Personal Computer Hardware

Answer 13

Four basic categories of equipment:
1) System Unit
2) Input/Output
3) Secondary Storage
4) Communications

Question 14

System Unit

Answer 14

1) Houses most of the electronic components
2) Two essential components
• Microprocessor
• Memory
1. Holds data currently being processed
2. Holds the processed information before it is output
3. Temporary storage, contents are lost when power is off

Question 15

Input/Output Devices

Answer 15

1) Input
• Translate data into computer language
• Keyboard and Mouse
2) Output
• Translate computer data into usable information
• Display and Printer

Question 16

Secondary Storage

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1) Holds data and programs even if power is off
2) Hard disk
3) Solid-state storage
• No moving parts
• More reliable
• Requires less power
4) Optical disc
• Laser technology
• CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray

Question 17

Communication

Answer 17

1) Communication devices
• Provide the ability for personal computers to communicate
2) Modems
• Modify audio, video, and other types of data for Internet usage

Question 18

Data

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1) Data
• Raw, unprocessed facts
• Processed data becomes information
• Digital data is stored electronically in files

Question 19

Four common types of files:

Answer 19

– Document
– Worksheet
– Database
– Presentation

Question 20

Files

Answer 20

The document, Worksheet, Database, and Presentation

Question 21

Connectivity and the Mobile Internet

Answer 21

1) Connectivity
• Sharing of information
2) Network
• Communications system connecting two or more devices
• Central to the concept of connectivity
• Largest network is the Internet
• Web provides a multimedia interface for Internet resources

Question 22

Forces of Technology

Answer 22

Three things driving the forces of technology:
1. Cloud computing
• Computers on the Internet and access to more resources
2. Wireless technology
• Changing the way we communicate like: Tablets, smartphones, and wearable devices
3. The Internet of Things (IoT)
• Continuing development of the Internet and allowing all types of devices to communicate

Question 23

Webmaster

Answer 23

Develops and maintains websites and web resources

Question 24

Software Engineer

Answer 24

Analyzes users’ needs and creates application software

Question 25

Computer Support Specialist

Answer 25

Provides technical support to customers and other users

Question 26

Technical Writer

Answer 26

Prepares instruction manuals, technical reports, and other scientific or technical documents

Question 27

Network Administrator

Answer 27

Creates and maintains computer networks

Question 28

Using and Understanding Information Technology

Answer 28

The Internet and the Web:
• Powerful Software and Hardware
• Security, Privacy, and Ethics
• Organizations, Changing Times