E-scavenger Hunt Day 1: Microsoft

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    Who designed the Microsoft Office Assistant Clippy? 

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E-Scavenger Hunt Day 1: Microsoft challenges participants with trivia about Microsoft's employee demographics, iconic products, and cultural footprints, enhancing knowledge of Microsoft's history and influence in technology.

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  • 2. 

    This guitarist from 90’s alternative band Harvey Danger also works at Microsoft. 

  • 3. 

    This well-known ambient music composer is responsible for the famous 3-second Windows Startup Sound. 

    Explanation
    Brian Eno is a well-known ambient music composer who is responsible for the famous 3-second Windows Startup Sound. He is recognized for his contributions to the genre of ambient music and has had a significant impact on the music industry. Eno's unique style and innovative approach to sound have made him a highly regarded figure in the field of music composition.

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  • 4. 

    What is the average age of Microsoft employees? 

    • 23

    • 41

    • 37

    • 50

    Correct Answer
    A. 37
    Explanation
    The average age of Microsoft employees is 37. This means that if you were to add up the ages of all Microsoft employees and divide it by the total number of employees, the result would be 37.

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  • 5. 

    Roughly how many computers run Windows? 

    • 1 million

    • 1 billion

    • 2.5 billion

    • 3 million

    Correct Answer
    A. 1 billion
    Explanation
    The answer "1 billion" suggests that there are approximately one billion computers that run Windows operating system. This estimate indicates the widespread popularity and usage of Windows as an operating system globally.

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  • 6. 

    In what city and state did Bill Gates get arrested for speeding?

    • Albuquerque, New Mexico

    • Chicago, Illinois

    • Atlanta, Georgia

    • Salt Lake City, Utah

    Correct Answer
    A. Albuquerque, New Mexico
    Explanation
    Bill Gates was arrested for speeding in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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  • 7. 

    What Microsoft font depicts an eyeball, a heart, and a city skyline when “NYC” is typed? 

    • Arial

    • Times New Roman

    • Wingdings

    • Webdings

    Correct Answer
    A. Webdings
    Explanation
    Webdings is a font created by Microsoft that uses various symbols instead of traditional letters. When the letters "NYC" are typed in Webdings, it displays an eyeball, a heart, and a city skyline. This font is often used for decorative or symbolic purposes rather than for regular text.

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  • 8. 

    What company did we acquire to form Bing Travel?

    • Travelocity

    • Priceline

    • Google

    • Farecast

    Correct Answer
    A. Farecast
    Explanation
    Bing Travel was formed by acquiring Farecast.

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  • 9. 

    What is the coldest location in the US where Microsoft develops software?

    • Detroit, MI

    • Fargo, ND

    • Portland, OR

    • Duluth, MN

    Correct Answer
    A. Fargo, ND
    Explanation
    Fargo, ND is the coldest location in the US where Microsoft develops software. This is because Fargo is located in North Dakota, which experiences extremely cold temperatures during the winter months. Microsoft may have chosen to develop software in Fargo due to its skilled workforce or other business considerations.

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  • 10. 

    What is the name of the feature in Expression Web that allows you to view a website in multiple browsers all at once? 

    • Tabs

    • Spaces

    • SuperPreview

    • WeBrowse

    Correct Answer
    A. SuperPreview
    Explanation
    SuperPreview is the name of the feature in Expression Web that allows you to view a website in multiple browsers all at once. This feature is useful for web developers and designers to see how their website looks and functions in different browsers, helping them ensure compatibility and make necessary adjustments.

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