Question 1

Pam is surfing Facebook in her computer's browser when a pop-up window appears informing her that her Facebook app needs updating.What should Pam do?

Accepted Answer

Facebook updates do not occur through pop-up windows in a browser; this is likely a phishing attempt or malware. Closing the browser and scanning for viruses is the safest action.

Question 2

Sherry is concerned that a new app her team is developing might not meet the customer's timeline requirements.What can her team do to determine whether they can complete the project on time or if the app features will need to be scaled back?

Accepted Answer

Completing a feasibility study will allow the team to examine the technical, economic, and organizational factors related to the project and determine if the timeline requirements can be met. It will identify any potential challenges or risks, as well as opportunities for improvement, and provide recommendations for how to proceed. This will enable the team to make an informed decision about whether to scale back the app features or allocate additional resources to meet the timeline requirements.

Question 3

What kind of software is a CAD program?

Accepted Answer

CAD (Computer-Aided Design) programs are used to create and design 2D or 3D models and drawings for engineering, architecture, and other design fields. They include various graphics and media tools and functionalities to enable precise modeling and visualization of objects and structures.

Question 4

Jason just received a prototype of the app he hired a team to develop for him.What phase of the SDLC is this project in?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

Aidan pays a fee every six months to use a music streaming app with no advertisements.What type of app is this?

Accepted Answer

The payment of a fee every six months suggests a subscription model, which is a characteristic of Software as a Service (SaaS). The absence of advertisements also indicates that it is a paid service, ruling out freeware as an option. Shareware and open source software may have advertisements or be free of charge, making them less likely options.

Question 6

Missy just hired a software development team to create an educational simulation app for a high school course.She has some very specific requirements for how the different interactive elements should respond to user actions.How can she communicate her specifications to the software developers?

Accepted Answer

Wireframes are a great way to communicate specifications to software developers. They are simple sketches or diagrams that outline the layout and functionality of the app, allowing Missy to clearly convey her ideas to the developers. Videos, testing with teenagers, and slides for a presentation may also be helpful, but creating wireframes should be the first step in the process.

Question 7

Which of the following apps would NOT work on a Chromebook?

Accepted Answer

Chromebooks do not support the installed version of Microsoft Office, but they can use Microsoft Office Online. The Google Chrome browser and Google Docs web app are both compatible with Chromebooks.

Question 8

Which of the following types of apps is protected by copyright? Choose all that apply.

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

What's the best way to protect your data from natural disasters such as flooding?

Accepted Answer

Creating a second copy in the cloud is the best way to protect your data from natural disasters such as flooding because it ensures that your data is stored off-site in a secure location, making it accessible and recoverable even if physical devices are damaged or destroyed.

Question 10

Tangie created a spreadsheet using Google Sheets to show her budget for an upcoming vacation.After working some extra overtime,she wants to add some money to her budget.From where should she open the file she saved earlier?

Accepted Answer

Tangie created the spreadsheet using Google Sheets, which is a cloud-based application. Therefore, the file is most likely saved on her Google Drive account. She should open Google Drive in her browser to access the file and make edits. Option B, C and D are not the best choices because if she saved the file on a flash drive, computer's downloads folder or hard drive then they are not up to date with the latest changes made to the file.

Question 11

Why does a computer run slowly when several apps are open?

Accepted Answer

Running multiple apps at the same time can slow down a computer because it uses up available memory. When the computer runs out of memory, it has to start using the hard drive as a substitute, which is much slower than using memory. This can cause the computer to become slow and unresponsive.

Question 12

Which of the following might be a method assigned to a cat object in a simulation game?

Accepted Answer

"Meow" would be the most appropriate method assigned to a cat object in a simulation game, as it would simulate the sound that a real cat would make. The other options do not make sense in the context of a simulation game featuring a cat.

Question 13

Which of the following would you most likely have to pay for?

Accepted Answer

Upgrades typically require payment, whereas patches, service packs, and updates are often free or automatically applied to software.

Question 14

Which software development role would most likely be filled by someone with an art background?

Accepted Answer

Someone with an art background would most likely have experience and skills in design, which would make them a good fit for a designer role in software development.

Question 15

What's the first step in removing an app from your computer that you no longer need?

Accepted Answer

The first step in removing an app from your computer that you no longer need is to uninstall the app. This will remove all the necessary files and prevent it from taking up unnecessary space on your computer. Deleting the desktop shortcut or individual files created by the app may not fully remove the app and could cause issues with your computer.

Question 16

Lexie needs to validate her 30-day trial of Microsoft Office that came with her new computer.She shops around online and finds an Office activation code for a few dollars on eBay,which is much cheaper than the $100+ on other websites.What problems might she encounter if she buys and uses this code? Choose all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A) The activation code might not be valid, which is a common issue with codes sold at suspiciously low prices. C) The activation code might be stolen or counterfeited, as legitimate codes are unlikely to be sold so cheaply. D) Using stolen or counterfeit codes can lead to legal issues, including piracy fines.

Question 17

Mack signs into his laptop and gets a message saying all his files have been encrypted and will only be released if he sends money to the attacker.What kind of software did this?

Accepted Answer

The message that Mack received stating that his files have been encrypted and he must pay to get them back indicates that his computer has been infected with ransomware.

Question 18

Kang is a real estate broker and needs to buy some software for five people in his office.What type of license agreement should he look for?

Accepted Answer

A multiple-user license agreement is specifically designed for situations where software will be used by more than one person, making it the most suitable choice for Kang's office needs.

Question 19

Jonah is excited about a computer game he found online that he can download for free.Why should he do some research on this game before installing it on his computer? Choose all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Jonah should do research on the game before downloading it because it might include malware, which can harm his computer and compromise his personal information. Additionally, the game might not come with technical support, making it difficult for him to troubleshoot any issues that arise during gameplay. It being in the public domain or not charging his credit card are not relevant reasons for why he should do research.

Question 20

Alyssa purchased and installed a photo editing app on her home desktop computer.She also needs to use the app at work and wants to install a copy on her laptop.How can she determine whether this is legal?

Accepted Answer

The best option is to read the terms of the license agreement that came with the photo editing app. This will outline the specific conditions under which the app can be used and whether it can be installed on multiple devices. Consulting with a digital rights lawyer may be an option but is likely to be expensive, while asking a coworker is not a reliable method to ensure legality. Looking up copyright laws may provide general information but may not be specific to the particular software being used.

Quiz 8: Performing What-If Analyses