Everyday Computing

1. A good way of saving energy and resources is to:

Sell your monitor.

Switch off your monitor.

Donate your monitor.

Throw away your monitor

2. What do you need to play CDs on your PC?

A monitor

A remote network connection, a sound card, and speakers/headphone.

A CD drive and an internet connection.

A CD drive, a sound card, and speakers/headphones.

3. Teleworking allows you to work from a remote location.

True

False

4. E-commerce offers you the same rights and privileges as your local retailer if you’re not satisfied with your purchase.

True

False

5. Which type of application is most commonly used for general bookkeeping tasks?

A database application.

A spreadsheet application.

A CAD application.

An e-mail application.

6. What type of organization would typically use a mainframe computer?

A charity organisation.

A school or college.

A government agency.

A small business.

7. E-commerce operates on the Internet only during normal business hours.

True

False

8. Many people work from home using a PC. How would you access resources on your office network from a PC in your home?

By using –mail.

By using a remote network connection.

By using the World Wide Web.

By using a zip drive

9. The best way to prevent repetitive strain injury (RSI) is to:

Use a wrist rest to relieve pressure when you type.

Take regular breaks from your computer.

Use an ergonomic mouse.

Make sure that your monitor is well positioned.

10. It is important to position equipment correctly when working with computers. How should your monitor be positioned?

The top of your monitor should be level with your eyes.

The middle of the screen should be level with your eyes.

The top of your monitor should be level with the top of your head.

The bottom of the screen should be level with your eyes.