Question 1

Saving data on the application service provider's (ASP's) servers instead of on users' own workstations might cause:
A) inconvenience for those who work in different locations.
B) the data to be exposed to theft by attackers.
C) the data to become immune to change.
D) problems related to the compatibility of the software versions.

Accepted Answer

Storing data on the ASP's servers can increase the risk of data theft by attackers as the data is not under the control of the users and may not have the same level of security as on their own workstations.

Question 2

Which of the following is true of a cave automatic virtual environment (CAVE)?
A) It consists of white modules arranged in a grid on a black background.
B) It is developed to make computers faster and smaller, with more memory.
C) It consists of a cube-shaped room in which the walls are rear-projection screens.
D) It is environment friendly and produces green energy systems.

Accepted Answer

A CAVE consists of a cube-shaped room in which the walls, floor, and ceiling are rear-projection screens that create an immersive virtual environment. None of the other options are accurate descriptions of a CAVE.

Question 3

Which of the following is a problem associated with virtual reality (VR) systems?
A) VR systems cannot be of any assistance to the disabled.
B) VR systems cannot be used in educational games and simulation.
C) VR systems can cause confusion between the VR environment and the real environment.
D) VR systems can increase the cost of training airline pilots.

Accepted Answer

One problem with VR systems is that they can cause confusion between the VR environment and the real environment, often leading to a phenomenon known as "cybersickness" or "simulator sickness" where users experience symptoms such as nausea and disorientation. The other answer choices are incorrect as they are either untrue or do not represent a significant problem associated with VR systems.

Question 4

_____ radio frequency identification (RFID) tags can be embedded in a sticker or under the human or animal skin.
A) Active
B) Passive
C) Open
D) Closed

Accepted Answer

Active RFID tags have their own power source and can broadcast their signal over longer distances, making them ideal for being embedded under skin or within stickers. Passive RFID tags rely on external signals and have short detection ranges, making them less suitable for these applications. Open and closed do not apply to RFID tags.

Question 5

In the context of virtual reality (VR) technology, _____ refers to giving users the sense that they are in another location, even one geographically far away, and can manipulate objects as though they are actually in that location.
A) immersion
B) inherence
C) telepresence
D) interaction

Accepted Answer

Telepresence specifically refers to the experience of feeling present in a remote location through technology. The other options may be related to VR technology, but do not fully capture the concept described in the question.

Question 6

One of the major disadvantages of application service providers (ASPs) is that they:
A) are highly expensive and deliver information at a slow rate.
B) do not guarantee that applications will fully meet an organization's needs.
C) do not provide any level of technical support to an organization.
D) often fail to keep applications up to date despite users' requests.

Accepted Answer

ASPs often provide pre-built applications that may not fully meet the specific needs of an organization. This can result in additional customization costs and time delays.

Question 7

A(n) _____ is a simulated environment designed for users to interact via avatars.
A) real world
B) virtual world
C) artificial neural network
D) personal area network

Accepted Answer

A virtual world is a computer-generated environment in which users can interact with one another and with elements of the virtual world through avatars, which are digital representations of themselves.

Question 8

A _____ can be used to create and test prototypes, develop interfaces, and simulate factory layouts and assembly lines, without investing in physical equipment and layouts.
A) rapid prototyping machine
B) cave automatic virtual environment
C) radio frequency identification tag
D) quick response code

Accepted Answer

A cave automatic virtual environment (CAVE) can be used to create and test prototypes, develop interfaces, and simulate factory layouts and assembly lines, without investing in physical equipment and layouts. This is a cost-effective and efficient way to test ideas and processes before committing to physical production. Rapid prototyping machines are useful for creating physical prototypes, but do not simulate factory layouts or assembly lines. Radio frequency identification tags and quick response codes are used for tracking and labeling, not for virtual simulation.

Question 9

In the context of application software providers (ASPs), which of the following is also known as on-demand software?
A) Assembly software
B) Software as a service
C) Software as a product
D) Systems software

Accepted Answer

On-demand software is also known as Software as a Service (SaaS) which is a model of software delivery where the software is hosted by a third-party provider and made available to customers over the internet. This allows customers to use the software without having to install and maintain it on their own computers.

Question 10

Which of the following statements is true of passive radio frequency identification (RFID) tags?
A) They have no internal power supply.
B) They have a shorter life expectancy than active RFID tags.
C) They do not require an antenna to absorb signals.
D) They are more reliable than active RFID tags.

Accepted Answer

Passive RFID tags do not have an internal power supply and instead rely on the electromagnetic energy transmitted by the RFID reader to power their circuits and transmit data. Option B is incorrect as active RFID tags, which have an internal power supply, tend to have a shorter lifespan due to battery depletion. Option C is also incorrect as all RFID tags require an antenna to absorb signals. Option D is subjective and cannot be generalized as the reliability of RFID tags depends on various factors.

Question 11

A _____ is a small electronic device consisting of a microchip and an antenna and performs the same task as bar codes.
A) global positioning system
B) bluetooth low energy device
C) quick response code
D) radio frequency identification tag

Accepted Answer

Radio frequency identification tags are small electronic devices that consist of a microchip and an antenna and are used for identifying and tracking objects similar to barcodes. They have a unique identification number and can be read wirelessly using radio waves, making them more efficient than traditional barcodes.

Question 12

In a virtual reality (VR) environment, enabling users to act on objects, such as using a data glove to pick up and move objects, is known as _____.
A) interaction
B) simulation
C) telepresence
D) immersion

Accepted Answer

Enabling users to act on objects within a virtual reality environment is an example of interaction, as users are able to manipulate and engage with the virtual environment. Simulation refers to creating a realistic depiction of a real-life situation or process within a digital environment, telepresence refers to the feeling of being present in a remote location through the use of technology, and immersion refers to the feeling of being fully surrounded and engaged in a virtual environment.

Question 13

Usually, active radio frequency identification (RFID) tags _____ than passive RFID tags.
A) are more reliable
B) have less internal energy
C) have a narrower signal range
D) last longer

Accepted Answer

Active RFID tags have a power source and are able to transmit signals on their own, making them more reliable than passive RFID tags which rely on external power sources to be activated. The other options are not necessarily true of all active RFID tags, as they can vary in energy, signal range, and lifespan.

Question 14

In a virtual reality (VR) environment, giving objects texture and shading for a three-dimensional (3D) appearance is known as _____.
A) interaction
B) simulation
C) transmission
D) immersion

Accepted Answer

Giving objects texture and shading for a three-dimensional appearance in a VR environment is known as simulation, as it involves simulating real-world textures and shading in a virtual environment. Interaction refers to the ability for users to interact with objects in the VR environment, transmission refers to the transfer of data between devices, and immersion refers to the feeling of being fully surrounded and absorbed in the VR environment.

Question 15

_____ radio frequency identification (RFID) tags have no internal power supply.
A) Active
B) Passive
C) Transponder
D) Beacon

Accepted Answer

Passive RFID tags rely on the energy emitted by the RFID reader in order to operate and do not have their own power source like active RFID tags, transponders, or beacons.

Question 16

In the context of virtual reality (VR) technology, the main technology used in an exocentric environment is _____.
A) quick response codes
B) grid computations
C) 3D graphics
D) nanotechnologies

Accepted Answer

3D graphics are the main technology used in exocentric environments, where users are looking at a virtual world from an external perspective. Quick response codes, grid computations, and nanotechnologies are not typically used in this context.

Question 17

In the context of virtual reality (VR), allowing users in different locations to interact and manipulate the same world at the same time by connecting two or more virtual worlds is known as _____.
A) full-body immersion
B) networked communication
C) simulation
D) interaction

Accepted Answer

Networked communication involves connecting multiple virtual worlds to allow for real-time interaction and manipulation by users in different locations, which is the description given in the question. Full-body immersion refers to the feeling of being fully present in a virtual environment, while simulation and interaction are more general terms that do not specifically relate to connecting virtual worlds for multi-location interaction.

Question 18

Identify the component of a virtual reality (VR) system that generates and manipulates high-quality graphics.
A) The central coordinating processor and software system
B) Visual and aural systems
C) The manual control system
D) Radio frequency identification systems

Accepted Answer

The central coordinating processor and software system of a VR setup is responsible for generating and manipulating high-quality graphics, ensuring users experience immersive environments.

Question 19

Which of the following is an advantage of application service providers (ASPs)?
A) They offer software customized to users' needs.
B) They integrate a customer's other applications and systems easily.
C) They ensure that software is kept up to date, based on users' requests.
D) They ensure that applications fully meet an organization's needs.

Accepted Answer

ASPs ensure that software is kept up to date, based on users' requests, which is an advantage in terms of reducing the burden of maintaining software for organizations. Options A and D are incorrect because ASPs often offer standardized software that may not be customized to an organization's specific needs or may require additional customization fees. Option B is incorrect because integrating other applications and systems depends on the compatibility of the ASP's software and the customer's systems, which may not always be easy or straightforward.

Question 20

_____ uses computer-generated, three-dimensional images to create the illusion of interaction in a real-world environment.
A) Nanotechnology
B) Cloud computing
C) Virtual reality
D) Grid computing

Accepted Answer

Virtual reality uses computer-generated, three-dimensional images to create the illusion of interaction in a real-world environment.

Quiz 14: Emerging Trends, Technologies, and Applications

Saving data on the application service provider's (ASP's) servers instead of on users' own workstations might cause:

Which of the following is true of a cave automatic virtual environment (CAVE) ?

Which of the following is a problem associated with virtual reality (VR) systems?

_____ radio frequency identification (RFID) tags can be embedded in a sticker or under the human or animal skin.

In the context of virtual reality (VR) technology, _____ refers to giving users the sense that they are in another location, even one geographically far away, and can manipulate objects as though they are actually in that location.

One of the major disadvantages of application service providers (ASPs) is that they:

A(n) _____ is a simulated environment designed for users to interact via avatars.

A _____ can be used to create and test prototypes, develop interfaces, and simulate factory layouts and assembly lines, without investing in physical equipment and layouts.

In the context of application software providers (ASPs) , which of the following is also known as on-demand software?

Which of the following statements is true of passive radio frequency identification (RFID) tags?

A _____ is a small electronic device consisting of a microchip and an antenna and performs the same task as bar codes.

In a virtual reality (VR) environment, enabling users to act on objects, such as using a data glove to pick up and move objects, is known as _____.

Usually, active radio frequency identification (RFID) tags _____ than passive RFID tags.

In a virtual reality (VR) environment, giving objects texture and shading for a three-dimensional (3D) appearance is known as _____.

_____ radio frequency identification (RFID) tags have no internal power supply.

In the context of virtual reality (VR) technology, the main technology used in an exocentric environment is _____.

In the context of virtual reality (VR) , allowing users in different locations to interact and manipulate the same world at the same time by connecting two or more virtual worlds is known as _____.

Identify the component of a virtual reality (VR) system that generates and manipulates high-quality graphics.

Which of the following is an advantage of application service providers (ASPs) ?

_____ uses computer-generated, three-dimensional images to create the illusion of interaction in a real-world environment.