Grade 8 Technology Assessment

The blinking line or arrow on the computer screen is called the cursor. The cursor indicates the current position where text or commands can be entered. It can be moved using a mouse or keyboard, allowing users to navigate through documents, select text, or interact with various elements on the screen. The cursor is an essential element in computer interfaces, providing visual feedback and aiding in user interaction.

An input device is a peripheral that allows user to "input" information into the computer. In the case of the mouse, it is letting the computer know what the user wants to do.

Viruses can come from flash drives, email attachments and links.

Remember ANYONE can make a website, ALWAYS check for research and sources of facts or data for accuracy. You should also know who the author is of the material as well and determine if he/she is a reliable source.

When you buy a game or computer program, you are paying for the right to use it on a specified around of your own computers as stated in the user license. It is actually illegal to make copies unless it is an open source application or permission is given by the manufacturer.

Internet Explorer is the default browser for Windows OS and Safari is the default browser for Apple OS.. Firefox and Google Chrome can be installed on either OS.

Emoticons are used to express emotion so that the person viewing your text can understand the context of the statement since they cannot see your expression when you type.

Plagiarism is illegal and can have strong circumstances in some schools. Original author has the right to file legal actions agains this student and he/she may get suspended from school. Never submit someone else's work as your own. Teacher's have ways of checking for plagiarism.

To print a presentation, you must first click the "File" tab. This is because the "File" tab typically contains options related to managing and manipulating the document, including printing. By clicking on the "File" tab, you can access the print options and settings to initiate the printing process for the presentation.

You can also keep your eyes on a paper you are copying. Of course, memorization of the location of the keys on the keyboard is required to do this efficiently. Try practicing this when you do your typing skills.

It is rude to type in all capitals u less you are trying to show excitement. Again, be careful not to use caps lock (use shift) when typing capital letters or you may accidentally be shouting.

Always diversify your sources. Contrary to what you believe, not everything can be found on the Internet. Old technology, such as books are good resources for historical topics since information does not change very much. Check dates of publishing and reliability of authors. There are also a lot of educational software programs on history.

To copy and paste a paragraph from one document to another, you would hold the ctrl key and C. This is because the ctrl key is commonly used as a modifier key in combination with other keys to perform various functions. In this case, holding the ctrl key and pressing the C key simultaneously triggers the copy command, allowing you to duplicate the selected text or paragraph.

All of the options mentioned in the question are examples of Internet Safety. Having antivirus and firewall software on your computer helps protect it from malware and unauthorized access. Not downloading attachments from unknown sources reduces the risk of downloading malicious files. Using difficult-to-guess passwords adds an extra layer of security to your online accounts. Therefore, all of these practices contribute to Internet Safety.

Clicking on print again is not a recommended action when the document does not come out of the printer. This is because clicking on print again will not address the underlying issue that is preventing the document from printing. It is important to first check if the printer is on and if there is paper in the paper tray, as these are common reasons for printing issues. If the problem persists, it is advisable to seek help from the teacher or a technical support person.

Never use Caps lock unless you want all of your text to be capitalized.

Word processors are mostly used for creating letters and documents which is why portrait is the default.

Graphs are a way to represent data. Before you can input any information into a spreadsheet, you must first collect the data needed.

Wikipedia is a collaborative website that allows any user to change information. Blogs are usually based on opinions and you should be looking for facts when doing school reports. Twitter would be a great source if the person tweeting was an expert, however it cannot be easily cited.

A vlog is a video version of a blog. Instead of posting articles, Mary would be posting videos to share. You Tube is an example of this.

The CPU is the brains or manager of the computer.

Powerpoint is the presentation software in the Microsoft Office suite. Keyote is the presentation software in the Apple iWorks suite. There are many other presentation applications available, such as Prezi.

The key words here are "from a computer". Any data coming from a computer is output.

All school documents should include a header that shows Name, Date, Name of Assignment and Teacher's Name.

CD-R is a recordable CD but you can only record on it once. A CD-RW can be used over and over again (Similar to a flash drive).

The layout of the QUERTY keyboard and the location of the home row keys were determined based on research on what keys and words were used the most. It was designed for a typewriter which had arms that would get tangled up if certain keys were typed at the same time. Although we type on computers, the design stayed because people did not want to learn a new layout.

The jpg file format is commonly used for pictures in digital media, including yearbooks. It is a widely supported format that allows for high-quality images with relatively small file sizes. Therefore, a jpg file can be used for pictures in the yearbook. The other file formats mentioned (doc and ppt) are typically used for documents and presentations, respectively, and may not be suitable for storing and displaying pictures in a yearbook. Therefore, the correct answer is jpg.

A peripheral is an electronic object connected by cable to the CPU of a computer. An output device is something that tells the user what the computer is doing.

When you copy or cut an object in Microsoft Word, it is held in the clipboard until it replaced by another object. As long as another object is not copied or cut, the original object can easily be pasted at any time during a session.

A keyboard would be used to input information into the computer, but a thermometer would be used to collect the data needed.

Think of the Internet as being a cloud - it is up. So when you send something from our computer to the "cloud" it will be uploading and from the "cloud" down to the computer is downloading.

The number one rule of netiquette is Remember the Human. This means always remember that you have a human audience whenever you communicate using the Internet. For extra credit, you can list 5 other rules at the end of this quiz.

Local Area Network (or LAN) is a network of computers in one locations (the computers in our school are connected to a LAN). Social network is a network of people online using tools such as Facebook or Twitter or even just networks of people in real life.

The correct answer is "an unsolicited message sent to many recipients." The ethical use of the internet discourages users from sending spam, which refers to unsolicited messages that are sent to multiple recipients without their consent. Spam is considered unethical because it can be intrusive, annoying, and potentially harmful.

Our school has is networked which is why you can go on any computer to get your files and print to printers in other rooms.

.doc is a universal word processing format however the fonts may not transfer over. To make sure that your document looks exactly the same on all computers, save it as a pdf.

Excel and Numbers are examples of spreadsheet software. Spreadsheet software is specifically designed for organizing, analyzing, and manipulating numerical data. It allows users to create tables, perform calculations, and generate graphs or charts based on the data entered. Excel and Numbers are popular spreadsheet software that offer a wide range of features and functionalities to assist users in managing and analyzing their data effectively.

Once someone starts sending flames, it usually snowballs into a flame war which can get pretty ugly.

Sure you could use a calculator, but the whole purpose of using a spreadsheet is to let the computer do the calculations for you.

Chat rooms are social networking tools for communicating via the Internet. There may be a chatroom on a website, but the website itself is not the tool used to communicate.

Boolean terms allow the computer to focus on exactly what you are searching for.

Well, there is no "connect to Internet button" and many do not have the option of finding another computer. Most of the time it does not connect because a wire is disconnected. Always check that first. If it is still not connected, you might need to update the driver or check settings (on computers at home only).

A website that allows multiple users to make changes to the pages is called a wiki. A wiki is a collaborative platform that enables users to create, edit, and link pages easily. It promotes collective knowledge creation and sharing among users. Unlike a blog or web journal, where only the author can make changes, a wiki allows anyone with access to contribute and modify content. This makes it an interactive website where multiple users can actively participate in creating and updating the information.

For speed and accuracy, always click on the shift key with your pinky on the opposite side of the letter typed. NEVER use caps lock to create a single capital letter.

Since it is used for educational purposes, is only a minute and he has cited the source of the song, it is considered fair use. Had he used the whole song or posted it online for the public to view or to make money it would be copyright infringement.

Copyright power refers to the legal rights granted to an author, allowing them to control how their work is presented, distributed, and reproduced. This includes books, films, recordings, and other forms of creative expression. It gives the author the authority to determine how their work can be used by others and protects their intellectual property from being used without permission or proper attribution.

FLV is a Flash Video file and will require Adobe Flash Player to view.

Backspace is used when the cursor is to the right of the letter.

You can also look for a lock on the page. This is also true for any time you are signing up for anything online. If you do not see the HTTPS in the URL your information may be at risk.

Microsoft office includes Word, Excel and PPT. Pages is an Apple product which cannot be opened by Office however, all office files can be opened in iWork, the Apple suite of productivity tools.