Question 1

A game console is small enough to fit in one hand, making it more portable than the handheld game device.

Accepted Answer

A game console is typically larger and less portable than a handheld game device.

Question 2

Phablets combine the features of a gaming device and a tablet.

Accepted Answer

Phablets combine the features of a smartphone and a tablet, not specifically a gaming device.

Question 3

On a typical notebook computer, the screen is in the lid and the keyboard attaches to the system unit with hinges.

Accepted Answer

The screen is in the lid and is attached to the system unit with hinges, but the keyboard is part of the system unit, not attached with hinges.

Question 4

-Most examples of the kind of computer shown in the accompanying figure can operate solely on batteries.

Accepted Answer

Most computers, especially desktops, require a constant power supply and cannot operate solely on batteries. Only portable computers like laptops and tablets are designed to run on batteries.

Question 5

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.

Accepted Answer

The statement is false. Server computers typically have more power, more storage space, and expanded communications capabilities than client computers.

Question 6

Nearly every life event is stored in a computer somewhere.

Accepted Answer

With the increasing digitization of our lives, a vast majority of our life events and information are being stored electronically in various forms such as social media activity, online purchases, healthcare records, and more.

Question 7

-Batteries in the kind of computer shown in the accompanying figure typically last longer than those in tablets.

Accepted Answer

Laptops generally have larger batteries than tablets, but they also consume more power due to more powerful components, leading to similar or shorter battery life compared to tablets.

Question 8

The terms web and Internet can be used interchangeably.

Accepted Answer

While they are closely related, the web (or World Wide Web) is just one part of the Internet, which also includes email, file transfer, and other communication protocols.

Question 9

-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.

Accepted Answer

Larger corporate, government, and Internet applications often require high-performance servers to handle large volumes of data and complex processes, which necessitates the use of powerful and sometimes expensive server hardware.

Question 10

A webpage is a collection of related websites.

Accepted Answer

A webpage is a single document that contains text, graphics, and other multimedia elements, along with navigation links to other webpages. A website is a collection of related webpages that are linked together and hosted on a web server.

Question 11

All social networking sites have a specialized audience.

Accepted Answer

Not all social networking sites have a specialized audience; some are designed for general use and cater to a broad audience, such as Facebook and Twitter.

Question 12

-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.

Accepted Answer

Storage devices can function as a source of input by transferring data from storage to the computer's memory for processing.

Question 13

Mobile service providers never charge additional fees for sending text, picture, or video messages.

Accepted Answer

Mobile service providers often charge additional fees for sending picture or video messages, especially if the recipient is on a different network or in a different country.

Question 14

A memory card is a removable flash memory, usually no bigger than 1.5 inches in height or width.

Accepted Answer

Memory cards are typically small and compact, often measuring no more than 1.5 inches in height or width. They are commonly used in digital cameras, smartphones, and other electronic devices to store photos, videos, music, and other data. Memory cards can be removed from their host device and easily transferred to other devices or computers for data transfer or backup.

Question 15

Most e-book readers are usually smaller than smartphones.

Accepted Answer

Most e-book readers are larger than smartphones to accommodate larger screens for reading, typically around 6 to 8 inches, compared to the average smartphone screen size of 5 to 6 inches.

Question 16

-USB flash drives and memory cards usually hold more than hard disks like the kind shown in the accompanying figure.

Accepted Answer

Hard disks typically have a larger storage capacity compared to USB flash drives and memory cards.

Question 17

-Servers like the one in the accompanying figure typically support only one computer at a time.

Accepted Answer

Servers are designed to handle multiple connections and support multiple computers or clients simultaneously, providing resources or services to them over a network.

Question 18

Digital cameras often can connect to or communicate wirelessly with a computer, a printer, or the Internet.

Accepted Answer

Many digital cameras have built-in Wi-Fi or Bluetooth capabilities that allow them to transfer photos wirelessly to a computer, printer, or upload them to the Internet. Additionally, some cameras can connect directly to networks or hotspots, making it easier to share and store photos without the need for cables or memory cards.

Question 19

A password is a unique combination of characters, such as letters of the alphabet or numbers, that identifies one specific user.

Accepted Answer

A password is not used to identify a user; it is used to authenticate a user by verifying their identity. Identification is typically done through a username or user ID.

Question 20

The Internet is a service of the web.

Accepted Answer

The web is a service of the Internet, not the other way around. The Internet is the global network of computers that allows for communication and the transfer of data. The web is just one of the many services that run on the Internet, along with email, file sharing, and messaging, among others.

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