Quiz 2: 11/21/17 Flashcards
Which of the following is not true about output?
Output types include text, graphics, audio, and scanners
How is an operating system that runs on computers provided by a variety of manufacturers classified?
device-independent
Which of the following is made of aluminum, glass, or ceramic and is coated with an alloy material that allows items to be recorded magnetically on its surface?
platter
Which of the following is true of tape?
It is no longer used as a primary method of storage but is used most often for long-term storage and backup.
What word when used with a type of media and usually means the media can be used to start the computer?
live
Which of the following is a vendor of antivirus software?
Norton
Portable media players that do not have touch screens typically have a touch-sensitive pad.
True
Writing is the process of transferring data, instructions, and information from a storage medium into memory.
False
An allocation unit is the smallest unit of disk space that stores data and information.
False
You should defragment SSDs frequently because the location of the stored data has a significant impact on its access times.
False
The process of writing on an optical disc is called burining.
True
A level 1 configuration enhances storage reliability because, if a disk should fail, a duplicate of the requested item is available within the array of disks.
True
If the user name and password entered match the user name and password kept on file, an operating system grants access to the user.
True
Wallet
A Windows Phone app that provides a centralized location for coupons
administrator account
Enables user to access all files and programs on the computer or network, install programs, and specify settings that affect all users on a computer, mobile device, or network
Passbook
An iOS app that provides a centralized location for coupons
command language
When working with a command-line interface, the set of commands entered into the computer is call this
password
A private combination of characters associated with the user name that allows access to certain computer resources
permissions
Defines who can access certain resources and when they can access those resources
thrashing
If application software has stopped responding and the hard disk’s LED blinks repeatedly, the operating system probably is doing this
Google Play
Android app store that provides access to apps, songs, books, and movies
virtualization
The practice of sharing or pooling computing resources, such as servers
iCloud
Enables you to sync mail, calendars, contacts, and other items on iOS
antivirus
You should run exactly one of this kind of application on your computer
Blackberry
A proprietary mobile operating system
sleep mode
Saves any open documents and programs to RAM, turns off all unneeded functions, and then places the computer in a low-power state
Linux
A popular, multitasking UNIX-based operating system
hibernate
Saves any open documents and programs to an internal hard drive before removing power from the computer or device
What will you recommend for a customer who is looking for a printer that can print posters
large-format printer
Aaron is a typical home user. Which of the following is closest to his likely level of need?
1-2 TB of storage
You are looking for a program that will allow you to install Windows on your Mac. Which of the following will accomplish this for you?
Boot Camp
The company would like to make sure that the operating system used on its desktops is open source because it believes strongly in the philosophy of this kind of OS. Which of the following is an option for you in light of this recommendation?
Uinux
Which of the following kinds of drives is the drive from which a personal computer starts?
boot
In an interface like the one shown in the accompanying figure, a user types commands or presses special keys on the keyboard (such as function keys or key combinations) to enter data and instructions. What is the term for this kind of interface?
command-line interface
Where do multiple documents line up in a printer?
queue
Who can establish standard user accounts that allow alterations to security settings?
administrators
What is the first step in the startup process of a computer?
The power supply or batter sends an electrical current to a circuitry in the computer or mobile device
You want to purchase a server operating system for your small business. Which of the following is NOT an example of an operating system you can purchase?
Apple iOS
One gigahertz (GHz) equals how many ticks of the system clock per second?
one billion
One gigahertz (GHz) equals how many ticks of the system clock per second?
one billion
A computer can move faster than most humans can think?
True
mobile operating system
The operating system on mobile devices and many consumer electronics
SkyDrive
the former name of a personal cloud storage service from Microsoft that enables customers to store, synchronize and access their files across Windows PC and Mac OS X computers and laptops as well as mobile devices like smartphones and tablets, including Windows Phone devices and Apple iOS-powered iPhones
NFC (near field communication)
Type of wireless connection that uses close-range radio signals to transmit data between two NFC-enabled devices.
user name
A unique combination of characters, such as letters of the alphabet or numbers, that identifies one specific user.
administrator account
Type of account typically held by computer owners or network administrators that enables them to access all files and programs, install programs, and specify setting s that affect all users on a computer, mobile device, or network
