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Chapter 4 Checkpoint Flashcards

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1
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True or False: Application software serves as the interface between the user, teh apps, and the computer’s or mobile device’s hardware.

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False

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True or False: Each time you start a computer or mobile device, the system software is loaded from storage into memory.

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True

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True or False: open source software is mass-produced, copyrighted software that meets the needs of a wide variety of users

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False

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True or False: when downloading shareware, freeware, or public-domain software, it is good practice to seek websites with ratings for and reviews of products.

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True

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True or False: while a computer or mobile device is running, the operating system remains in memory.

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False

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True or False: with database software, users run functions to retrieve data

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True

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True or False: software suites offer 3 major advantages; lower cost, ease of use, and integration.

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True

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True or False: a PDF file can be viewed and printed without the software that created the original document

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True

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True or False: the military and airlines might use CBT simulations to train pilots to fly in various conditions and environments.

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True

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True or False: an antivirus program automatically deletes quarantined files.

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False

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True or False: one of the fastest growing threats in mobile apps is toll fraud malware.

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True

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True or False: cookies typically are considered a type of spyware.

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False

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Programs called ______ or ________ enable you to perform maintenance-type tasks usually related to managing devices, media, and programs used by computers and mobile devices.

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tools or utilities

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14
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________ software performs functions specific to a business or industry

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custom

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A(n) ________ _________ is the right to use a program or app.

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license agreement

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____________ software is an application that allows users to organize data in rows and columns and perform calculations on the data

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spreadsheet

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______ _________ is a type of application that assists professionals and designers in creating engineering, architectural, and scientific designs and models.

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CAD software

18
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The term _________ refers to decreasing a photo’s file size.

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compress

19
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A _______ _______ is a destructive program disguised as a real program.

A

trojan horse

20
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A(n) _______ _________ is a known, specific pattern of virus code.

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virus nightmare

21
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program that enables you to perform maintenance-type tasks usually related to managing devices, media, and programs used by computers and mobile devices

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tools

22
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software provided for use, modification, and redistribution that has no restrictions from the copyright holder regarding modification of the software

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open source software

23
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copyrighted software that is distributed at no cost for a trial period

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shareware

24
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square-shaped coded graphic that corresponds to a web address or other information

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QR code

25
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destructive event or prank a virus was created to deliver

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payload

26
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malware that can hide and allow someone to take full control of a computer from a remote location

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rootkit

27
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malware that resides in active memory and replicates itself over a network to infect computers and devices, using up the system resources and possibly shutting down the system

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worm

28
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separate area of a hard disk that holds an infected file until the infection can be removed

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quarantine

29
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scam in which a perpetrator sends an official looking email message that attempts to obtain personal and/or financial information

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phishing

30
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process of reorganizing a hard disk’s files to that the files are stored in contiguous sectors

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defragmenting

31
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What is the difference between software registration and product activation?

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Software registration is typically optional and usually involves submitting your name and other personal information to the software manufacturer or developer.

Product Activation is a technique that some software manufacturers use to ensure that you do not install the software on more computers than legally licensed.

32
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What activities does a license agreement restrict?

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A license agreement restricts the right to copy, loan, borrow, rent, or in any way distribute programs or apps.

33
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What is the clipboard?

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Clipboard is a temporary storage location where cut content is put.

34
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List some uses of the clipboard.

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1) Holds copied content
2) Holds cutting content
3) Lets the user paste, transfer content form a clipboard to a specific location

35
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List some security tools you can use to protect your computers and mobile devices.

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1) Personal firewall
2) Antivirus programs
3) Malware removers
4) Internet filters

36
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What is a personal firewall?

A

A personal firewall is a security tool that detects and protects a personal computer and its data from unauthorized intrusions.

37
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Differentiate among a virus, worm, trojan horse, and rootkit.

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A virus a potentially damaging computer program that affects, or infects, a computer negatively by altering the way the computer works without the user’s knowledge or permission.
A worm resides in active memory and replicates itself over a network to infect computers and devices, using up the system resources and possibly shutting down the system.
A trojan horse is a destructive program disguised as a real program.
A rootkit is a program that easily can hide and allow someone to take full control of your computer from a remote location, often for nefarious purposes.

38
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In reference to malware, what is a quarantine?

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Quarantine is a separate area of a hard disk that holds the infected file until the infection can be removed.

39
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List the different types of file and disk management tools.

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1) File manager
2) Search tool
3) Image viewer
4) Unistaller
5) Disk defragmenter
6) Screen saver
7) File compression tool
8) PC maintenance tool
9) Backup tool

40
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What functions do file and disk management tools provide?

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1) Management files
2) Searching
3) Viewing images
4) Uninstalling software
5) Cleaning up disks
6) Defragmenting disks
7) Setting up screen savers
8) Compressing files
9) Maintaining a personal computer
10) Backing up files and disks

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