ISDS 1100 - Exam 1 Module 3
Which type of a computer can be assembled using a monitor, a keyboard, a CPU,
speakers, a printer and a mouse?
desktop computer
Jennifer recently bought a new computer to type a new manuscript she's been
working on. She also stored a lot of movies on it to watch during her free time.
Though the performance was good at the beginning, it deteriorated quickly over a
small period of time. Which of these is the most likely cause?
Declining free space on the hard drive
Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?
Internal hard drive
We can use Unicode coding scheme to support a larger variety of characters
including Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic.
(T/F)
True
What device do e-learning applications usually use to help users with visual
impairment read digital content?
Voice synthesizer
When should a user consider restoring the operating system?
- When the programs or apps do not start properly.
- When the system slows down.
Which of the following should you take into consideration when purchasing a
computer?
- Form factor
- Software and applications you intend to use
- Platform or operating system
- Storage capacity
To resolve major computer issues, computer professionals often suggest
restoring the operating system. Which of the following should happen before this
step?
Transfer contents to an external storage device.
Most computers can operate normally in extreme temperatures and withstand
high humidity and power fluctuations.
(T/F)
False
Which of the following is/are classified as input device(s)?
- Webcam
- Mouse
- Touchpad
Which is the most suitable device to use in a classroom or a conference room to
deliver presentations?
Projector
Which of these is an optical medium of storage?
Blu-ray discs
Which of these following types of storage is/are used to transport information?
, - External hard drive
- Optical media
Ryan wants to install a new operating system on his laptop, but first he needs to
safely store all his data - over 80 GB - so he doesn't lose any of his files. How
should Ryan back up all his data?
He should use an external hard drive to store the data because the amount of data he
needs to store is quite large.
Which of these, though not equally portable, is most powerful and usually easier
to upgrade than others?
Desktop computers
Manny copied a table from a MS Excel file, closed the file, and then pasted the
table in an MS Word document. Where did the copied table get stored after he
copied it?
In the RAM
All-in-one computers are easier to service and upgrade but occupy more space
than desktop computers.
(T/F)
False
What is the recommended solution if a computer performs slowly?
- Uninstall the programs and apps that are not needed
- Install additional RAM
Alex needs to email his graduation certificate to a prospective employer. He has
only physical copies of the certificate. What device could he use to perform the
task?
He should use a scanner, which would convert an image into an electronic file.
What performance specification does 2 GHz refer to?
Speed at which the processor executes instructions
Jason takes many photographs on his smartphone while on vacation in Italy.If
Jason wants to access these pictures across multiple devices, including his
computer, smartphone, and tablet, where should he store them?
Cloud storage
A device driver is a program that controls a device attached to the computer.
(T/F)
True
Which of the following is a necessary step in maintaining computer hardware?
Using a UPS or a surge processor
What devices do not need device drivers to be manually installed, and start to
function as soon as they are connected to a computer?
Plug-and-play devices
Alice stored a memory card in her wallet that had all the photographs of a recent
trip she took. When she inserted the card into her laptop, her computer wasn't
able to read it. Alice tried to access its contents on her other devices but could
not. Based on this, which of the following is/are likely to be true?
- The memory card is damaged, and storing it in a protective case could have avoided
the damage
- The memory card is damaged, and its contents are permanently lost
Which type of a computer can be assembled using a monitor, a keyboard, a CPU,
speakers, a printer and a mouse?
desktop computer
Jennifer recently bought a new computer to type a new manuscript she's been
working on. She also stored a lot of movies on it to watch during her free time.
Though the performance was good at the beginning, it deteriorated quickly over a
small period of time. Which of these is the most likely cause?
Declining free space on the hard drive
Where on a computer is the operating system generally stored?
Internal hard drive
We can use Unicode coding scheme to support a larger variety of characters
including Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic.
(T/F)
True
What device do e-learning applications usually use to help users with visual
impairment read digital content?
Voice synthesizer
When should a user consider restoring the operating system?
- When the programs or apps do not start properly.
- When the system slows down.
Which of the following should you take into consideration when purchasing a
computer?
- Form factor
- Software and applications you intend to use
- Platform or operating system
- Storage capacity
To resolve major computer issues, computer professionals often suggest
restoring the operating system. Which of the following should happen before this
step?
Transfer contents to an external storage device.
Most computers can operate normally in extreme temperatures and withstand
high humidity and power fluctuations.
(T/F)
False
Which of the following is/are classified as input device(s)?
- Webcam
- Mouse
- Touchpad
Which is the most suitable device to use in a classroom or a conference room to
deliver presentations?
Projector
Which of these is an optical medium of storage?
Blu-ray discs
Which of these following types of storage is/are used to transport information?
, - External hard drive
- Optical media
Ryan wants to install a new operating system on his laptop, but first he needs to
safely store all his data - over 80 GB - so he doesn't lose any of his files. How
should Ryan back up all his data?
He should use an external hard drive to store the data because the amount of data he
needs to store is quite large.
Which of these, though not equally portable, is most powerful and usually easier
to upgrade than others?
Desktop computers
Manny copied a table from a MS Excel file, closed the file, and then pasted the
table in an MS Word document. Where did the copied table get stored after he
copied it?
In the RAM
All-in-one computers are easier to service and upgrade but occupy more space
than desktop computers.
(T/F)
False
What is the recommended solution if a computer performs slowly?
- Uninstall the programs and apps that are not needed
- Install additional RAM
Alex needs to email his graduation certificate to a prospective employer. He has
only physical copies of the certificate. What device could he use to perform the
task?
He should use a scanner, which would convert an image into an electronic file.
What performance specification does 2 GHz refer to?
Speed at which the processor executes instructions
Jason takes many photographs on his smartphone while on vacation in Italy.If
Jason wants to access these pictures across multiple devices, including his
computer, smartphone, and tablet, where should he store them?
Cloud storage
A device driver is a program that controls a device attached to the computer.
(T/F)
True
Which of the following is a necessary step in maintaining computer hardware?
Using a UPS or a surge processor
What devices do not need device drivers to be manually installed, and start to
function as soon as they are connected to a computer?
Plug-and-play devices
Alice stored a memory card in her wallet that had all the photographs of a recent
trip she took. When she inserted the card into her laptop, her computer wasn't
able to read it. Alice tried to access its contents on her other devices but could
not. Based on this, which of the following is/are likely to be true?
- The memory card is damaged, and storing it in a protective case could have avoided
the damage
- The memory card is damaged, and its contents are permanently lost
