Fund. Comp. Final Review Flashcards

(30 cards)

1
Q

Which of the following is NOT a recommended step in setting up a computer.

-Place the computer in a clean, cool area

-Plug the computer directly into the wall outlet without a surge protector

-Ensure the computer is close to an electrical outlet

-Set up the monitor using a DVI or HDMI connector

A

-Plug the computer directly into the wall outlet without a surge protector

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2
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What hardware component is most important for storing a large amount of photos and videos

-RAM

-CPU

-Hard Drive

-Monitor

A

Hard Drive

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3
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Which connector is used to connect a monitor to a computer for High Definition Multimedia Interface

-HDMI

-USB

-VGA

-Ethernet

A

HDMI

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4
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Which type of computer is more suitable for someone who travels frequently?

-Desktop Computer

-Laptop

-Tablet

-Server

A

Laptop

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5
Q

Dust can cause operational problems for a computer’s internal electrical components if it gets inside its tower

-True

-False

A

True

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6
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Patches for software upgrades are usually free, while new versions often have a cost

-True

-False

A

True

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7
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Which type of software helps run the computer and it’s components

-Utility software

-System software

-Programming software

-Application software

A

System software

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8
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Which of the following must be entered during software installation to complete the required process

-Email address

-Software key or serial number

-Username

-Password

A

Software key or serial number

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9
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Which stage in software development involves writing code and testing for bugs

-Maintenance

-Implementation

-Deployment

-Planning

A

Implementation

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10
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________ is the basic unit of storage in RAM

-Byte

-Bit

-Megabyte

-Kilobyte

A

Bit

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11
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Which type of printer is typically found in homes?

-Dot matrix printer

-Inkjet printer

-Thermal printer

-Laser printer

A

Inkjet printer

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12
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Which of the following is the main function of a CPU in a computer?

-Connecting the computer to the internet

-Storing data permanently

-Processing all the data and instructions

-Displaying images on screen

A

Processing all the data and instructions

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13
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Which of the following is NOT an input device?

-Keyboard

-Monitor

-Mouse

-Touchpad

A

Monitor

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14
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LED monitors are lighter and thinner than LCD monitors

-True

-False

A

True

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15
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Computers have only impacted our society in terms of schoolwork, communication and entertainment.

-True

-False

A

False

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16
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Which of the following is a key feature of laptops that distinguishes them from desktops?

-Designed for fixed location use

-Less expensive

-More power and storage

-Rechargeable battery and portability

A

Rechargeable battery and portability

17
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Which type of computer is designed for individual use and is often called a PC?

-Microcomputer

-Mainframe

-Server

-Supercomputer

A

Microcomputer

18
Q

Which of the following software is commonly used in manufacturing design products?

-Microsoft Office

-Auto-Text

-Photoshop

-Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

A

Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

19
Q

Which of the following tasks in the media industry cannot be done efficiently without computers?

-Soundtracking

-Editing

-All of the answer choices are correct

-Voice mixing

A

All of the answer choices are correct

20
Q

Which of the following is an output device?

-Touchpad

-Hard drive

-DVD-ROM

-Printer

21
Q

Which of the following is usually used to connect a monitor to a computer?

-Ethernet cable

-USB cable

-DVI cable

-SATA cable

22
Q

Which of the following software maintenance steps erases gaps caused by deleting files from the hard drive?

-Virus scan

-Update system software

-Installing Firewall

-Defragging

23
Q

A group of 8 bits is called a byte

-True

-False

24
Q

One of the disadvantages of upgrading software is it might introduce new bugs

-True

-False

25
In Python, which of the following best represents a comment? -@ This is a comment -// This is a a comment -# This is a comment -----> This is a comment
- # This is a comment
26
________ often involves building some kind of graphical user interface for the end-user -Commenting -Documentation -Exception handling -Packaging
Packaging
27
Which of the following best describes the term debugging? -A graphical representation of inputs, operations, program flow and outputs using different shapes and arrows -A method of finding errors in code and correcting those errors to make the program run as expected -A programming error or other issue in the code which prevents the program from working as intended -The process of making sure the programmed code does exactly what it is intended to do without errors or unexpected output
A method of finding errors in code and correcting those errors to make the program run as expected
28
Which of the following is a set of rules which must be followed for writing code in a particular language? -Syntax -Infinite loops -IDEs -Logical errors
Syntax
29
In computer programming, testing is best defined as which of the following? -The process of getting user requirements, brainstorming, making flowcharts and writing pseudocode. -The process of writing code documentation and user documentation -The process of making sure a program does what it is intended to do without errors or unexpected output, and that it can handle unexpected input and operations without crashing -The process of analyzing and understanding a problem to be solved
The process of making sure a program does what it is intended to do without errors or unexpected output, and that it can handle unexpected input and operations without crashing
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A __________ is a mistake in the code which violates one or more syntax rule. -Logical error -Fix-error -Run-Time error -Output error
Run-time error