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100. Most computers and many mobile devices, such as smartphones and portable media players, can connect to which
kind of network?
a.
Wi–Fi
b.
cellular radio
c.
Bluetooth
d.
all of the above
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101. Most examples of the kind of computer shown in the accompanying figure can operate solely on batteries.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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102. Batteries in the kind of computer shown in the accompanying figure typically last longer than those in tablets.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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103. On a typical notebook computer, the monitor is on top of the system unit, and the keyboard attaches to the system
unit with hinges.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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104. Servers like the one in the accompanying figure typically support only one computer at a time.
a.
True
b.
False
False
105. Larger corporate, government, and Internet applications may use powerful, expensive servers (an example of which
is shown in the accompanying figure) to support their daily operation.
a.
True
b.
False
True
106. The major differences between server computers like the one in the accompanying figure and client computers are
that the client typically has more power, more storage space, and expanded communications capabilities.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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107. Providers of wireless communications services may charge additional fees for sending text, picture, or video
messages, depending on the service plan.
a.
True
b.
False
True
108. Research indicates that the more text messages students send, the more easily they find formal writing.
a.
True
b.
False
False
109. Digital cameras often can connect to or communicate wirelessly with a computer, a printer, or the Internet.
a.
True
b.
False
True
110. Most e-book readers are usually smaller than smartphones.
a.
True
b.
False
False
111. A game console is small enough to fit in one hand, making it more portable than the handheld game device.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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112. Storage devices like the hard disk shown in the accompanying figure often function as a source of input because they
transfer items from storage to memory.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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113. USB flash drives and memory cards usually hold more than hard disks like the kind shown in the accompanying
figure.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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114. Most memory keeps data and instructions permanently.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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115. The terms web and Internet can be used interchangeably.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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116. The Internet is a service of the web.
a.
True
b.
False
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117. A webpage is a collection of related websites.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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118. All social networking sites have a specialized audience.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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119. Nearly every life event is stored in a computer somewhere.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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120. A password is a unique combination of characters, such as letters of the alphabet or numbers, that identifies one
specific user.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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121. One effective strategy for creating strong passwords includes changing common words to symbols.
a.
True
b.
False
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122. With contemporary antivirus protection it is now possible to ensure a virus or malware never will attack your
computer.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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123. You should delete or quarantine flagged attachments immediately.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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124. Never start a computer with removable media inserted in the computer unless you are certain the media are
uninfected.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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125. The application system provides a means for users to communicate with the computer or mobile device and other
software.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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126. The term drive app is used to describe applications stored on a computer.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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127. The term web app is an application stored on a web server.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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128. Examples of operating systems include those that allow you to send and receive e-mail messages, prepare your taxes,
organize digital photos, and play games.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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129. You usually need to install web apps before you can run them.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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130. Wireless Internet access points enable users with computers and mobile devices to connect to the Internet wirelessly.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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131. Wi–Fi uses short-range radio signals to enable specially enabled computers and devices to communicate with each
other.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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132. Cellular radio uses the cellular network to enable high-speed Internet connections to devices with built-in compatible
technology, such as smartphones.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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133. A hot spot is a wireless network that provides Internet connections to mobile computers and devices.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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134. In many networks, one or more computers act as a server.
a.
True
b.
False
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135. You need extensive knowledge of networks to set up a home network.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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136. In a networked environment, each computer on the network can access the hardware on the network.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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target, without altering the same files in the original location.
a.
True
b.
False
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138. While distance learning classes are popular, you cannot obtain a degree from them.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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139. To promote education by computer, vendors often offer substantial student discounts on hardware and software.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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140. With online investing, the transaction fee for each trade usually is much more than when trading through a broker.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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141. Some websites support streaming, where you access the media content while it downloads.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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True
b.
False
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143. Nearly every area of health care uses computers.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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144. Breakthroughs in surgery, medicine, and treatments seldom result from scientists’ use of computers.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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145. The capability of the computer to recognize spoken words is a direct result of scientific experimentation with
cochlear implants.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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146. A blog is an informal website consisting of time-stamped articles in a diary or journal format, usually listed in
reverse chronological order.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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147. As wikis have grown in number, size, and popularity, many educators and librarians have shunned the sites as valid
sources of research.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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148. CAM is used by a variety of industries, including oil drilling, power generating, food production, and automobile
manufacturing.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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149. Examples of mobile users include engineers, scientists, architects, desktop publishers, and graphic artists.
a.
True
b.
False
False
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150. Enterprise users use spreadsheet, database, and accounting software.
a.
True
b.
False
True
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151. Because technology changes, you must keep up with the changes to remain digitally ____________________.
literate
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152. A computer like the one in the accompanying figure weighs up to ____________________ pounds (depending on
the configuration).
153. A(n) ____________________ is a motion you make on a touch screen with the tip of one or more fingers or your
hand.
154. A(n) ____________________ device is a computing device small enough to hold in your hand.
155. A(n) ____________________ is an Internet-capable phone that usually also includes a calendar, an appointment
book, an address book, a calculator, a notepad, games, and several other apps (programs).
156. A(n) ____________________ is a mobile computing device designed for single-player or multiplayer video games.