Question 1

A(n)____ computer is a special-purpose computer that functions as a component in a larger product.
A)smart
B)handheld
C)embedded
D)integral

Accepted Answer

An embedded computer is designed to perform specific tasks within a larger system or product, such as in appliances, vehicles, or industrial machines.

Question 2

Resembling a letter-sized slate, a ____ is a special type of notebook computer you can interact with by touching the screen with your finger or a digital pen.
A)mainframe
B)Tablet PC
C)PPA
D)hotspot

Accepted Answer

A Tablet PC is a type of notebook computer that allows users to interact with the screen using touch or a digital pen, resembling a letter-sized slate.

Question 3

A(n)____ computer is designed so the system unit, input devices, output devices, and any other devices fit entirely on or under a desk or table.
A)desktop
B)encapsulated
C)mobile
D)handheld

Accepted Answer

A desktop computer is designed to fit entirely on or under a desk or table, with the system unit, input devices, and output devices all in one location.

Question 4

Each employee or customer who uses a computer in a large business is a(n)____ user.
A)SOHO
B)enterprise
C)mobile
D)power

Accepted Answer

In a large business, users are typically referred to as enterprise users, as they are part of a large organization with complex IT infrastructure.

Question 5

A(n)____ includes any company with fewer than 50 employees, as well as the self-employed who work from home.
A)small office/home office (SOHO)
B)home user
C)enterprise user
D)power user

Accepted Answer

A small office/home office (SOHO) refers to businesses with fewer than 50 employees and includes self-employed individuals working from home.

Question 6

A category of user, called a ____ user, requires the capabilities of a powerful desktop computer, called a workstation.
A)power
B)mobile
C)SOHO
D)large business

Accepted Answer

A power user requires the capabilities of a powerful desktop computer, often referred to as a workstation, to perform demanding tasks such as graphic design, video editing, or scientific computations.

Question 7

____ computers usually use a Macintosh operating system (Mac OS X).
A)Apple
B)PC
C)PC-compatible
D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

Apple computers typically use the Macintosh operating system (Mac OS X).

Question 8

An increasing number of employees and students are ____ users, who work on a computer while away from a main office or school.
A)enterprise
B)SOHO
C)mobile
D)power

Accepted Answer

Mobile users work on computers while away from a main office or school, often using laptops, tablets, or smartphones.

Question 9

Investors often use ____ investing to buy and sell stocks and bonds - without using a broker.
A)dynamic
B)database-driven
C)managed
D)online

Accepted Answer

Online investing allows investors to buy and sell stocks and bonds directly through internet platforms without the need for a traditional broker.

Question 10

As shown in the accompanying figure, a(n)____ device is a computing device small enough to carry in a pocket.
A)integrated
B)desktop
C)mobile
D)encapsulated

Accepted Answer

The answer of  As shown in the accompanying figure,...

Question 11

With ____, users access account balances, pay bills, and copy monthly transactions from a bank's computer right into their own computers.
A)online investing
B)online banking
C)neural networks
D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

Online banking allows users to access account balances, pay bills, and copy monthly transactions from a bank's computer right into their own computers.

Question 12

A(n)____ computer, as shown in the accompanying figure, is a portable, personal computer small enough to fit on your lap.
A)handtop
B)desktop
C)PDA
D)notebook

Accepted Answer

The answer of  A(n)____ computer, as shown in the...

Question 13

____ are the fastest, most powerful computers - and the most expensive.
A)Embedded computers
B)Supercomputers
C)Mainframes
D)Mobiles devices

Accepted Answer

Supercomputers are the fastest and most powerful computers, designed to perform complex calculations at high speeds, and they are also the most expensive.

Question 14

Through ____, health-care professionals in separate locations conduct live conferences on computers.
A)aeromedicine
B)holistic medicine
C)telemedicine
D)nuclear medicine

Accepted Answer

Telemedicine involves the use of telecommunications technology to provide health care services and conduct live conferences between health-care professionals in different locations.

Question 15

____ is a work arrangement in which employees work away from a company's standard workplace and often communicate with the office through the computer.
A)Telecommuting
B)Teleprocessing
C)Telescoping
D)Telephering

Accepted Answer

Telecommuting is a work arrangement where employees work remotely, often from home, and communicate with their office using computers and other technology.

Question 16

A ____ computer is a computer that can perform all of its input, processing, output, and storage activities by itself.
A)mainframe
B)personal
C)terminal
D)mainline

Accepted Answer

A personal computer is designed to perform all input, processing, output, and storage activities independently.

Question 17

Many large companies use the words, ____ computing, to refer to the huge network of computers that meets their diverse computing needs.
A)online
B)strategic
C)enterprise
D)management

Accepted Answer

Enterprise computing refers to the large-scale network of computers and software used by organizations to meet their diverse computing needs.

Question 18

People access ____ Web sites to file taxes, apply for permits and licenses, pay parking tickets, buy stamps, report crimes, apply for financial aid, and renew vehicle registrations and driver's licenses.
A)education
B)government
C)industry
D)finance

Accepted Answer

Government websites provide services such as filing taxes, applying for permits and licenses, paying parking tickets, and other civic-related tasks.

Question 19

____ refers to the use of computers to assist with manufacturing processes such as fabrication and assembly.
A)CAD
B)PCX
C)CAM
D)USB

Accepted Answer

CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing) refers to the use of computers to assist with manufacturing processes such as fabrication and assembly.

Question 20

Examples of power users include all of the following EXCEPT ____.
A)sales representatives
B)engineers and scientists
C)desktop publishers
D)architects and graphic artists

Accepted Answer

Sales representatives are typically not considered power users as they do not usually require advanced computing skills or software for their primary job functions, unlike engineers, scientists, desktop publishers, architects, and graphic artists.

Quiz 5: Discovering Computers: Introduction to Computers

A(n) ____ computer is a special-purpose computer that functions as a component in a larger product.

Resembling a letter-sized slate, a ____ is a special type of notebook computer you can interact with by touching the screen with your finger or a digital pen.

A(n) ____ computer is designed so the system unit, input devices, output devices, and any other devices fit entirely on or under a desk or table.

Each employee or customer who uses a computer in a large business is a(n) ____ user.

A(n) ____ includes any company with fewer than 50 employees, as well as the self-employed who work from home.

A category of user, called a ____ user, requires the capabilities of a powerful desktop computer, called a workstation.

____ computers usually use a Macintosh operating system (Mac OS X) .

An increasing number of employees and students are ____ users, who work on a computer while away from a main office or school.

Investors often use ____ investing to buy and sell stocks and bonds - without using a broker.

As shown in the accompanying figure, a(n) ____ device is a computing device small enough to carry in a pocket.

With ____, users access account balances, pay bills, and copy monthly transactions from a bank's computer right into their own computers.

A(n) ____ computer, as shown in the accompanying figure, is a portable, personal computer small enough to fit on your lap.

____ are the fastest, most powerful computers - and the most expensive.

Through ____, health-care professionals in separate locations conduct live conferences on computers.

____ is a work arrangement in which employees work away from a company's standard workplace and often communicate with the office through the computer.

A ____ computer is a computer that can perform all of its input, processing, output, and storage activities by itself.

Many large companies use the words, ____ computing, to refer to the huge network of computers that meets their diverse computing needs.

People access ____ Web sites to file taxes, apply for permits and licenses, pay parking tickets, buy stamps, report crimes, apply for financial aid, and renew vehicle registrations and driver's licenses.

____ refers to the use of computers to assist with manufacturing processes such as fabrication and assembly.

Examples of power users include all of the following EXCEPT ____.