Introduction to IT C182 Pre-Assessment Exam (Answered)
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What is the definition of information technology (IT)?
It is the technology used to create, maintain, and make information accessible.
Which IT position has the responsibility of working with routers and switches?
Network administrator.
In which gener...
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Introduction to IT - C182 - Pre-Assessment
What is the definition of information technology (IT)?
It is the technology used to create, maintain, and make information accessible.
Which IT position has the responsibility of working with routers and switches?
Network administrator.
In which generation were silicon chips first used in computers?
Third generation.
Which low-level language corresponds one-to-one with assembly?
Machine language
Which service allows users to use a software application installed on a remote
server?
SaaS (Software as a Service)
What is one of IT's roles in globalization?
It allows companies to reach a wider customer base.
Which category of computer has an external flat screen monitor, optical disk
drive, and a large capacity hard drive?
Desktop
Which two software application packages would be classified as productivity
software?
Word processor.
Spreadsheet program.
Which two computer peripherals are connected to the computer through a port?
External microphone.
USB flash drive.
Which term is defined as a collection of information used to support management
of an organization?
Information System
A website logs the timestamp, location, and browser of every visitor. It then
aggregates this content into peak traffic times and days, minimum and maximum
hits for each country and region, and popularity of certain browsers among
visitors.
What is the timestamp considered in this scenario?
Data
A departmental manager is creating a budget estimate for the upcoming year. The
manager would like to determine whether the data will be available when the
decisions for the next year have to be made.
Which characteristic of valuable data is the manager considering?
Timely
What are two parts of an information system?
Networks.
Databases.
What is the difference between processing and storage?
Processing involves temporary information, while storage involves permanent
information.
, What benefit is provided by a computer network in a business?
Costs for hardware resources are decreased
Virtual Machines
A software emulator program that permits a computer user to use multiple computers
and multiple platforms
without the expense of purchasing multiple computers.
Peer-to-peer
Each computer is roughly equal to every other computer.
Client-server
One computer will request information from another computer, which responds with
requested information.
Operating System
Allows the user to control the actions of the software, and through the software, to
access hardware
Which action by application programs requires support from an operating
system?
An Internet browser displays a web page.
What is true about the Linux operating system?
Linux runs on both servers and workstations.
The chief information officer wants to update the network server to improve
Internet access while also blocking certain social media websites.
What type of server will meet this need?
Proxy server
Which characteristic identifies application software that is cloud-based?
Provided by third-party providers
What type of software permits free temporary use followed by long-term
activation for a fee?
Shareware
What is the purpose of an End User License Agreement for a commercial
software package?
Establishes the customer's right to use the software
What is the difference between proprietary and open-source software license?
Proprietary software has a cost whereas open-source software is free.
What gives the author of a software package the ability to prevent unauthorized
duplication for at least 35 years?
A copyright
What are the two components a part of a central processing unit (CPU)?
Control unit (CU).
Arithmetic logic unit (ALU)
An employee needs to edit a contract and prepare a hard copy for the project
team.
Which two peripheral devices should be used?
Printer.
Monitor.
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