Computer 1 Final Exam-Questions and
Answers Graded A+
Computer - ANSWER-A programmable machine that receives input, stores and changes data, and
provides output in a useful format
Computer Hardware - ANSWER-The mechanical, magnetic, electronic, and electrical components
that make up a computer system (any physical item in the computer)
Software - ANSWER-Digitally stored data such as computer programs(instructions that a computer
needs to perform specific tasks). Ex. word processors, web browsers, video games
Operating System - ANSWER-System software that controls the execution of computer programs
and allows hardware and other software to communicate with each other
Network - ANSWER-A group of computers that are connected to share resources and exchange
information.
Search Engine - ANSWER-A program for the retrieval of data from a database or network, In
regards to the internet: a web site that collects and organizes content.
Browser - ANSWER-A software program with a graphical user interface (GUI) for displaying HTML
files, used to navigate the internet.
Web 2.0 - ANSWER-The second stage of development of the World Wide Web. Identified by the
change from static web pages (websites to look at) to dynamic web pages (websites to interact
WITH) or user-generated content and the growth of social networking.
Online Presence - ANSWER-Information about a certain person that is available online. This
includes information posted BY individuals, accounts on multiple websites CREATED by individual,
and information posted ABOUT an individual.
Website Evaluation: Authority - ANSWER-The author has appropriate qualifications with respect to
the information being presented
Website Evaluation: Objectivity - ANSWER-The information is free from obvious bias
Website Evaluation: Purpose - ANSWER-To inform or give factual information
Website Evaluation: Currency - ANSWER-The information up to date
Website Evaluation: Coverage - ANSWER-The information presented is comparable to information
on the same topic presented on other websites
Website Evaluation: Appearance - ANSWER-The site has a professional appearance and uses
proper grammar, spelling, and composition
Website Evaluation: Accuracy - ANSWER-The information is free of factual errors, the conclusions
appear to be well-reasoned and supported by the facts presented, and the information is properly
referenced/cited
,Data - ANSWER-Facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis
Spreadsheets - ANSWER-A type of software in which data (text or numbers) is arranged in table
form, i.e. as rows and columns
Design - ANSWER-The purpose, planning, or intention that leads to the creation of an action, fact,
project, or material object
Program - ANSWER-Provide a computer (or other machine) with coded instructions for the
automatic performance of a particular task
Computer Intelligence - ANSWER-The ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills
Turing Test - ANSWER-A test for computer intelligence: a human should be unable to distinguish the
machine from another human by using replies to questions
Russell A. Kirsch - ANSWER-Led a team of colleagues, which between 1947 and 1950, created
America's first internally programmable computer, the Standards Eastern Automatic Computer.
(SEAC.) By 1957 he and his team had invented a scanner, which using the computing power of the
SEAC converted photographs to digital images.
SEAC - ANSWER-America's first internally programmable computer developed between 1947 and
1950 by Russell A. Kirsch and his team.
Standards Eastern Automatic Computer
Bit - ANSWER-smallest unit of data in a computer. Has a single binary value, either 0 or 1.
pixel - ANSWER-a minute area of illumination on a display screen, one of many from which an
image is composed.
Resolution - ANSWER-the number of pixels contained on a display monitor expressed in terms of
the number of pixels on the horizontal axis and the number on the vertical axis. The sharpness of the
image on a display depends on the resolution and the size of the monitor.
RGB - ANSWER-is comprised of 8 bits each. Maximum possible range by each individual is
between 0 and 255. This is because the highest value of an 8-bit binary number translates to the
decimal number 255.
Pixel Density (Pixels Per Inch) - ANSWER-a measurement of the resolution of an electronic image
device, such as a computer monitor or television display, or image digitizing device such as a
camera or scanner.
JPEG - ANSWER-Joint Photographic Experts Group developed this image file type to be the
standard for professional photographers.
GIF - ANSWER-Graphics Interchange Format an older file format that uses lossless compression.
With limited color this format can be smaller than JPG files but most sizes JPG compression will
create a smaller image. OUT OF DATE
PNG - ANSWER-Portable Network Graphics developed as an alternative to GIF. Excellent file for
internet graphics as it supports transparency in browsers. Non Lossy
,Mouse - ANSWER-The most commonly used pointing device, first introduced by Douglas Engelbart
in 1968. The device is used to manipulate an on-screen cursor to either select, move, and/or change
items on the screen.
Proccessor - ANSWER-This is the electronic circuitry within a computer that carries out the
instructions of a computer program by performing the basic arithmetic, logical, control and
input/output (I/O) operations specified by the instructions.
CPU - ANSWER-The case that contains the electronic circuitry within a computer that carries out the
processing of computer information.
RAM - ANSWER-The place in a computer where the operating system, application programs, and
data in current use are kept so that they can be quickly reached by the computer's processor.
USB Port - ANSWER-An external bus standard that supports data transfer rates of 12 megabits per
second and can be used to connect up to 127 peripheral devices, such as mice, modems, and
keyboards.
Computing - ANSWER-The process of utilizing computer technology to complete a task.
Monitor - ANSWER-A display screen used to provide visual output for a cable box, video camera, or
other video generating device using CRT and LCD technology.
Hard Drive - ANSWER-a high-capacity, self-contained storage device containing a read-write
mechanism plus one or more hard disks, inside a sealed unit.
Video Graphics Card - ANSWER-A printed circuit board controlling output to a display screen.
Modem - ANSWER-A device for modulation and demodulation, for example, between the digital data
of a computer and the analog signal of a telephone line.
USB 3.0 Port - ANSWER-The third major version of the external bus standard. Among other
improvements, it adds the new transfer mode SuperSpeed that can transfer data at up to 5 Gbit per
second (625 MB/s), which is more than ten times faster than the previous version.
Alan Turing - ANSWER-He proposed this test which is often taken as a test of whether a computer
has humanlike intelligence.
The Turing Test - ANSWER-A test where if a panel of human beings conversing with an unknown
entity (via keyboard, for example) believes that that entity is human, and if the entity is actually a
computer, then the computer is said to have passed the test.
ability - ANSWER-the quality of being able to perform mental or physical tasks
informational interview - ANSWER-a planned discussion with a worker to find out about the work that
person does, the preparation necessary for the career, and the person's feelings about the career.
mobility - ANSWER-the willingness and ability of a person to move to where jobs are located
values - ANSWER-the things that are important to you in life
talent - ANSWER-A natural, inborn aptitude to do certain things
, career - ANSWER-a goal in life that is fulfilled through a job or a series of occupations
cover letter - ANSWER-a sales letter about an applicant written for the purpose of getting an
interview
resume - ANSWER-a summary of job-related information about yourself
mentor - ANSWER-an experienced employee who serves as counselor to a person with less
experience
application form - ANSWER-a document used by employers that asks for information related to
employment
employment interview - ANSWER-a two-way conversation in which the interviewer learns about you
and you learn about the job and the company
exit interview - ANSWER-an interview in which an employer asks questions about how an employee
liked his/her work and inquires about job imporvements that might be made.
career portfolio - ANSWER-tangible evidence of your ability and skills provided when applying for a
job.
The interview process - ANSWER-preparing for the interview, participating in the interview, and
follow-up activities
The career planning process - ANSWER-1. A self-assessment 2. Analysis of Employment Market 3.
Application Activities 4. Interview Process 5. A comparison of Job Offers 6. Career Development
Activities.
Employment experience - ANSWER-may be obtained through work-study programs, part-time
employment, volunteer activities, and school activities
Application Process - ANSWER-May start with completing an application form, or with the use of a
resume and cover letter
Introduction (Cover Letter) - ANSWER-gets the reader's attention
Development (Cover Letter) - ANSWER-highlights your background and the skills that qualify you for
the job.
Conclusion (Cover Letter) - ANSWER-Asks for an interview
networking - ANSWER-process of talking to other people about their jobs, advantage is that your
contacts are not limited to the people you know personally, every person you meet is a potential
contact.
occupation - ANSWER-a task or series of tasks that is performed to provide a good or service.
Computer Network - ANSWER-Several computers linked into a single system
Application Software - ANSWER-Computer programs that perform specific tasks such as word
processing, database management, or accounting.
