CGS 1060C Mid-Term Study Guide Questions And Answers
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A(n) ___ allows users to communicate and share information between computers. ANS network
Which of the following is a feature on your mobile device that allows the Yelp app to provide a list of restaurants
that are close to you? ANS Location-based services
Which types of TVs allow you to connect to a variety of online services such as Netflix, Amazon, and Pandora?
ANS Smart
Some watches can display useful alerts and incoming messages from your smartphone. ANS true
___ media refers to music and movies that are delivered on demand from an online source. ANS Streaming
Which of the following terms refers to normal objects with the ability to connect to wireless networks and the
Internet? ANS Internet of Things
___ consist of individual facts or pieces of information. ANS Data
Which of the following statements about Google Photos is FALSE? ANS Integration with Facebook and
Instagram allows users to add their favorite photos to these social networks with one tap
Which low-cost devices feature crisp text that is capable of being read in even the brightest outdoor conditions?
ANS E-book readers
The physical devices that make up a computer system are called: ANS hardware
Although high quality movies can easily be streamed in homes, the slower speed of mobile networks creates a poor
viewing experience for streamed movies. ANS false
Mobile devices allow us to access ___ information such as current traffic conditions for our city and live radar
images on a weather app. ANS real-time
,Which of the following technologies allows you to store your files and use various applications in an online
account? ANS Cloud computing
The Amazon Echo is an example of a smart speaker. ANS true
A(n) ___ vehicle is a car, truck, or other mode of transportation that is capable of performing a variety of driving
maneuvers without human intervention. ANS autonomous
For watching TV episodes right after they are broadcast, Netflix is a better choice than Hulu. ANS false
Today's gaming consoles are complete entertainment systems, offering Internet connectivity, movie rentals, photo
storage, and many other services in addition to video games. ANS true
Which of the following is a popular tablet computer? ANS iPad
In ___ reality, the real-world is supplemented with computer-generated information. ANS augmented
Wi-Fi is the current standard for wireless networks and Internet connectivity. ANS true
Using a wireless technology known as ___, many smartphones can now be tapped on special payment devices to
complete your purchase at select stores. ANS NFC
The set of instructions that directs the computer to perform a variety of tasks is known as a(n): ANS computer
program
Which of the following is a short-range wireless technology that can connect your smartphone with a wireless
headset worn on the ear or the hands-free systems in some cars? ANS Bluetooth
We are currently seeing an increase in home ___, where many household activities are being automated or
controlled from a distance. ANS automation
, Which laptops allow users to swivel or detach the touchscreen monitor? ANS Convertible
Which of the following refers to the ability of a computer to perform a variety of actions based on instructions from
the user or a program? ANS Processing
Which category of computer is generally meant to be used by only one person at a time? ANS Personal
computer
Which of the following apps would you use if you wanted to create and share a grocery list with your family?
ANS Evernote
With ___ storage services, your files can be stored online and accessed from any Internet-connected device.
ANS cloud
NASA uses ___ to conduct complex modeling and simulations for upcoming missions. ANS supercomputers
A network ___ is a powerful computer with special software and equipment that enables it to function as the
primary computer in a network. ANS server
Which types of computers have all of the hardware integrated with the monitor? ANS All-in-one computers
___ are limited computers because they are placed inside devices which require specific computing functions.
ANS Embedded systems
Google transformed the smartphone market with the release of their revolutionary Nexus in 2007. ANS false
Most experts recommend that companies monitor their employees secretly in order to prevent workers from
circumventing the technologies used to track them. ANS false
Most Creative Commons licenses require, at a minimum, that the user provide attribution to the author wherever
the work is used. ANS true
Which of the following words is NOT part of the green computing model? ANS Repair
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