Question 1

The speed of a central processing unit (CPU)  is expressed in cycles called ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   hertz
B)   bits
C)   bytes
D)   pixels

Question 2

When individuals buy a computer program, they buy a license to ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   convert the program into open source software
B)   modify the features of the program
C)   use the program
D)   sell the program

Question 3

A device's cache and main memory are ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   volatile
B)   nonvolatile
C)   stable
D)   nonperishable

Question 4

Which of the following statements is TRUE of a server?

Accepted Answer

A)   It stores the results of computations in the main memory.
B)   It provides access only for one user at a time.
C)   It supports processing requests from remote computers.
D)   It creates a backup of all information within a system.

Question 5

Because digital reality is still evolving, it is difficult to know how it will be used in the future.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A virtual machine does not have a disk space.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Explain the basic constituents and the different types of computer hardware.

Accepted Answer

Computer hardware consists of electronic...

Question 8

McCann Systems, a leading IT firm, develops a customized billing software to meet the needs of its individual customers. In this case, the software developed by the firm is referred to as a(n)  ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   vertical-market application software
B)   horizontal-market application software
C)   open source software
D)   application simulation software

Question 9

USB flash drives are used to back up data and transfer it from one computer to another.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A hard drive is much faster than a solid-state storage device.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

An exabyte is equivalent to 1,024 petabytes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

There are no self-driving cars on the road today.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

________ is the process by which one physical computer hosts many different virtual computers within it.

Accepted Answer

A)   Machine coding
B)   Virtualization
C)   License sharing
D)   Cloud computing

Question 14

A ________ combines the functionality of a smartphone with a screen the size of a tablet.

Accepted Answer

A)   phablet
B)   small laptop
C)   mini tablet
D)   server

Question 15

Modifying an existing firmware requires knowledge of special programs and techniques.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

An e-book reader is considered a type of tablet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

What are the two important software constraints? Explain with suitable examples.

Accepted Answer

First, remember that particular versions...

Question 18

Explain the difference between augmented reality and mixed reality. Include examples.

Accepted Answer

Augmented reality is the altering of rea...

Question 19

What are the different categories of application programs?

Accepted Answer

Application software consists of program...

Question 20

Which of the following is most likely to be an advantage of self-driving cars?

Accepted Answer

A)   Fewer cars will be shared by family members.
B)   More auto loans will be taken.
C)   More insurance policies will be taken.
D)   Fewer accidents will occur.

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Which of the following is most likely to be an advantage of self-driving cars?

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Explain the difference between augmented reality and mixed reality. Include examples.

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An e-book reader is considered a type of tablet.

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When individuals buy a computer program, they buy a license to ________.

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A ________ combines the functionality of a smartphone with a screen the size of a tablet.

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________ is the process by which one physical computer hosts many different virtual computers within it.

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A hard drive is much faster than a solid-state storage device.

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Which of the following statements is TRUE of a server?

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Because digital reality is still evolving, it is difficult to know how it will be used in the future.

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An exabyte is equivalent to 1,024 petabytes.

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A device's cache and main memory are ________.

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The speed of a central processing unit (CPU) is expressed in cycles called ________.

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What are the different categories of application programs?

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Modifying an existing firmware requires knowledge of special programs and techniques.

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A virtual machine does not have a disk space.

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There are no self-driving cars on the road today.

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What are the two important software constraints? Explain with suitable examples.

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