Question 1

A voice system that enables users to request and receive information and to enter and change data through a telephone to a computerized system best describes
A) multimedia messaging system.
B) pervasive portal.
C) interactive voice response.
D) WiMAX response system.

Accepted Answer

The system described is an interactive voice response (IVR) system, which allows users to interact with a computerized system through voice commands over the phone. IVR systems are commonly used for tasks such as checking bank account balances, making payments, or verifying account information. The other options listed (multimedia messaging system, pervasive portal, WiMAX response system) do not fit the description given.

Question 2

Rick sends a message from a delayed flight to his friend on her cell phone that he will be arriving late.The service that allows the sending and receiving of such short text messages on mobile phones is called
A) LOL.
B) MSG.
C) SMS.
D) TMG.

Accepted Answer

The acronym SMS (Short Message Service) is widely used to describe the service that allows the sending and receiving of short text messages on mobile phones. LOL stands for Laugh Out Loud and is commonly used in casual online conversations as an abbreviation for laughter. MSG could be confused with shorthand for the food additive monosodium glutamate, and TMG does not have any standard meaning in the context of mobile phone communication.

Question 3

Most WLANs run on a telecommunications standard known as ________,which is more commonly called ________.
A) WLAN; hotspot
B) IEEE 802.16; WiMAX
C) IEEE 802.11; Bluetooth
D) 802.11g; Wi-Fi

Accepted Answer

The telecommunications standard most commonly used for WLANs is IEEE 802.11, which is more commonly known as Wi-Fi. Option A is incorrect because WLAN and hotspot are not the standard names for Wi-Fi. Option B is incorrect because IEEE 802.16 is a standard for WiMAX, not WLANs. Option C is incorrect because Bluetooth is a wireless communication standard for short-range data exchange, not WLANs.

Question 4

A ________ is suitable for mobile users who need to make very short-range device-to-device wireless connections within a small space,such as a single room,and most commonly with Bluetooth.
A) personal area network
B) local area network
C) wireless area network
D) Wi-Fi area network

Accepted Answer

A personal area network (PAN) is a type of computer network used for communication among devices such as smartphones, tablets, and personal computers. It is suitable for mobile users who need to make short-range wireless connections within a small space, such as a single room or office. Bluetooth is the most common technology used for PANs.

Question 5

Which of the following,engineered by Lavar,allows you to open your mobile phone,point at certain buildings in a city,and then see the property's value per square meter superimposed over a live image of the building streamed through the phone's camera?
A) Zillow
B) augmented reality
C) mobile landscaping
D) realtytrac

Accepted Answer

The technology described in the question is augmented reality, which is a technology that allows virtual objects to be superimposed onto the real world through the use of a camera on a mobile device. Zillow is a real estate website, mobile landscaping has to do with landscaping design, and RealtyTrac is a real estate data provider, and none of them specifically pertain to the technology described in the question.

Question 6

The AT&T Mobile Enterprise Application Platform includes each of the following except A) sales application. B) value chain application. C) support application. D) service application.

Accepted Answer

The AT&T Mobile Enterprise Application Platform includes sales, support, and service applications, but it does not specifically mention a value chain application.

Question 7

Mobile applications conducted by enterprises to improve the operations of the employees,facilities,and supply chains,within the enterprise and with its business partners best describes
A) mobile enterprise.
B) location-based enterprise.
C) portable enterprise.
D) ubiquitous enterprise.

Accepted Answer

The term "mobile enterprise" specifically refers to mobile applications used within an enterprise to improve operations, which matches the description given in the question. The other options may include mobile technologies, but do not specifically address their use within an enterprise setting.

Question 8

________ is a satellite-based tracking system that enables the determination of a GPS device's location.
A) GPS
B) PDA
C) SMS
D) WAP

Accepted Answer

GPS (Global Positioning System) is the satellite-based tracking system that enables the determination of a GPS device's location. PDA (Personal Digital Assistant), SMS (Short Message Service), and WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) are not related to GPS tracking.

Question 9

A website with an audio interface that can be accessed through a telephone call best describes
A) voice portal.
B) mobile portal.
C) interactive portal.
D) WiMAX portal.

Accepted Answer

A website with an audio interface that can be accessed through a telephone call is commonly known as a voice portal.

Question 10

By using a large number of connected hotspots,one can create a wireless city.This is known as a city-wide or ________ network.
A) 802.11b
B) WLAN
C) municipal Wi-Fi
D) Google WiFi

Accepted Answer

A city-wide network created using a large number of connected hotspots is commonly referred to as a municipal Wi-Fi network. Options A and B are not specific enough to describe a city-wide network, while option D refers to a specific commercial service rather than a type of network.

Question 11

A web browser designed for use on a mobile device optimized to display Web content most effectively for small screens on portable devices best describes
A) macro browser.
B) smart browser.
C) local browser.
D) mobile browser.

Accepted Answer

A mobile browser is specifically designed to display web content most effectively on small screens of portable devices such as smartphones and tablets. It optimizes the content for a smooth and efficient browsing experience on mobile devices. Options A, B, and C are not commonly used terms in the context of mobile browsing.

Question 12

Physically,the heart of a WLAN is a ________ that connects wireless devices to the desired network.
A) router
B) wireless network PC card
C) wireless access point
D) modem

Accepted Answer

A wireless access point is the device that connects wireless devices to a wired network. It acts as a central hub for a wireless network, allowing multiple devices to connect and communicate with each other. While a router and modem are also essential components of a WLAN, they do not directly connect wireless devices to the network. A wireless network PC card is a device that can be inserted into a computer to enable wireless connectivity, but it does not serve as the heart of a WLAN. Therefore, the best choice is C) wireless access point.

Question 13

Mobile workforce support includes
A) field force automation.
B) mobile office applications.
C) mobile CRM.
D) all of the above.

Accepted Answer

Mobile workforce support includes all of the above – field force automation, mobile office applications, and mobile CRM. Field force automation helps in automating tasks and streamlining work for employees working in the field, while mobile office applications enable remote workers to access important information and collaborate with their colleagues. Mobile CRM, on the other hand, provides remote workers with customer information and helps them manage customer relationships on-the-go. Overall, all three components together help organizations support their mobile workforce effectively.

Question 14

A telecommunications network that enables users to make short-range wireless connections to the Internet or another network best describes
A) personal area network.
B) wireless local area network.
C) metropolitan area network.
D) wide area network.

Accepted Answer

A wireless local area network (WLAN) allows users to make short-range wireless connections to the Internet or another network, typically within a building or a campus.

Question 15

A gateway to the Internet optimized for mobility that aggregates and provides content and services for mobile users best defines
A) dashtop portal.
B) interactive portal.
C) voice portal.
D) mobile portal.

Accepted Answer

The term "mobile" in the answer options implies that the gateway is optimized for mobility, which is a key attribute of a mobile portal. Additionally, a mobile portal is specifically designed to aggregate and provide content and services for mobile users, making it the most appropriate choice among the given options.

Question 16

A wireless standard (IEEE 802.16)for making broadband network connections over a medium-size area such as a city best describes
A) WAN.
B) LAN.
C) WiMAN.
D) WiMAX.

Accepted Answer

The description of IEEE 802.16 as a wireless standard for making broadband network connections over a medium-size area such as a city matches with the technology WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access). Hence, the correct option is D. 
Option A, WAN (Wide Area Network), refers to a network that connects multiple LANs over a wide geographical area. Option B, LAN (Local Area Network), refers to a network that covers a small geographical area such as an office or building. Option C, WiMAN (Wireless Metropolitan Area Network), is not a widely used term and does not refer to any established wireless standard.

Question 17

A stand-alone handheld computer principally used for personal information management best describes
A) smartphone.
B) personal digital assistant.
C) mobile browser.
D) iPad.

Accepted Answer

A personal digital assistant (PDA) is a stand-alone handheld device that is designed for personal information management. It typically includes features such as a calendar, contacts list, notes, and task lists. While smartphones and tablets such as the iPad may also have PDA functions, they are not primarily designed for this purpose. Mobile browsers are software applications that allow users to access the internet on their mobile device.

Question 18

Websites designed for access from microbrowsers are
A) short messaging services.
B) location-based portals.
C) wireless portals.
D) PANs.

Accepted Answer

Websites designed for access from microbrowsers are commonly known as wireless portals. Microbrowsers are web browsers that are specifically designed for use on mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. These web browsers have a smaller form factor and limited screen real estate compared to traditional desktop web browsers, which is why websites need to be optimized for microbrowsers to ensure optimal user experience. Location-based portals and short messaging services are specific types of wireless portals, but not all wireless portals fall into these categories. PAN (Personal Area Network) is not related to microbrowsers or wireless portals.

Question 19

A chip technology wireless standard designed for temporary,short-range connection among mobile devices and/or other devices best describes
A) WAP.
B) WLAN.
C) bluetooth.
D) MDAT.

Accepted Answer

Bluetooth is a chip technology wireless standard designed for temporary, short-range connection among mobile devices and/or other devices. WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) is a protocol used for accessing the internet on mobile devices. WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) is a wireless network that provides high-speed internet access within a limited area. MDAT is not a known acronym in the context of wireless technology.

Question 20

Characteristics of mobile devices that need to be considered when designing mobile computing systems include each of the following except A) small screens. B) reduced memory. C) restricted input capabilities. D) broad bandwidth.

Accepted Answer

All the options listed except D are characteristics of mobile devices that must be taken into account when designing mobile computing systems. However, mobile devices generally do not have broad bandwidth, so option D is the correct answer as it is an exception.

Quiz 6: Mobile Commerce and Ubiquitous Computing

A voice system that enables users to request and receive information and to enter and change data through a telephone to a computerized system best describes

Rick sends a message from a delayed flight to his friend on her cell phone that he will be arriving late.The service that allows the sending and receiving of such short text messages on mobile phones is called

Most WLANs run on a telecommunications standard known as ,which is more commonly called .

A ________ is suitable for mobile users who need to make very short-range device-to-device wireless connections within a small space,such as a single room,and most commonly with Bluetooth.

Which of the following,engineered by Lavar,allows you to open your mobile phone,point at certain buildings in a city,and then see the property's value per square meter superimposed over a live image of the building streamed through the phone's camera?

The AT&T Mobile Enterprise Application Platform includes each of the following except

Mobile applications conducted by enterprises to improve the operations of the employees,facilities,and supply chains,within the enterprise and with its business partners best describes

________ is a satellite-based tracking system that enables the determination of a GPS device's location.

A website with an audio interface that can be accessed through a telephone call best describes

By using a large number of connected hotspots,one can create a wireless city.This is known as a city-wide or ________ network.

A web browser designed for use on a mobile device optimized to display Web content most effectively for small screens on portable devices best describes

Physically,the heart of a WLAN is a ________ that connects wireless devices to the desired network.

Mobile workforce support includes

A telecommunications network that enables users to make short-range wireless connections to the Internet or another network best describes

A gateway to the Internet optimized for mobility that aggregates and provides content and services for mobile users best defines

A wireless standard (IEEE 802.16) for making broadband network connections over a medium-size area such as a city best describes

A stand-alone handheld computer principally used for personal information management best describes

Websites designed for access from microbrowsers are

A chip technology wireless standard designed for temporary,short-range connection among mobile devices and/or other devices best describes

Characteristics of mobile devices that need to be considered when designing mobile computing systems include each of the following except