Introdution To Information Technology

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1.

RAM and ROM are
- A.
  
  Secondary Storage
- B.
  
  CD
- C.
  
  DVD
- D.
  
  Primary Storage
2.

A type of chip that holds data and instructions temporarily while processing is taking place.
- A.
  
  RAM
- B.
  
  ZIP DISC
- C.
  
  FLOPPY DISKETTE
- D.
  
  FLASH DRIVE
3.

The instructions in ROM are_______ therefore they are not easily changed
- A.
  
  Stored
- B.
  
  Volatile
- C.
  
  Not stored
- D.
  
  Non-volatile
4.

A type of chip which holds data and instructions necessary for starting up the computer when it is switched on
- A.
  
  RAM chip
- B.
  
  Memory chip
- C.
  
  ROM chip
- D.
  
  Mother board
5.

ROM stands for
- A.
  
  Read On Memory
- B.
  
  Read Only Maker
- C.
  
  Read Only Memory
- D.
  
  Read On Motherboard
6.

The information in RAM is_____ Therefore it is easily changeable
- A.
  
  Non- volatile
- B.
  
  Stored
- C.
  
  Volatile
- D.
  
  Erased
7.

Is a scanner an input or output device?
- A.
  
  Output
- B.
  
  Input
8.

Is Windows hardware or software?
- A.
  
  Hardware
- B.
  
  Software
9.

When I click on an icon to open a file what is the input device I use?
- A.
  
  Screen
- B.
  
  Mouse
- C.
  
  Keyboard
- D.
  
  Word
- E.
  
  Windows
10.

Is the screen an input or output device?
- A.
  
  Input
- B.
  
  Output
11.

What device can be used to input sound?
- A.
  
  Screen
- B.
  
  Mouse
- C.
  
  Speakers
- D.
  
  Microphone
- E.
  
  Headphones
12.

Is the printer an output or input device?
- A.
  
  Output
- B.
  
  Input
13.

A secondary storage device is:
- A.
  
  A built in device that holds information.
- B.
  
  A hardware device used by the computer to access data.
- C.
  
  The main storage or area in a computer
- D.
  
  Data storage that is not currently in a computer's primary storage or memory
14.

A Floppy Disk is an example of:
- A.
  
  Primary Storage Device
- B.
  
  Secondary Storage Device
- C.
  
  Basic Storage Device
- D.
  
  Secondary Software Device
15.

Secondary storage refers to storage devices that are not constantly accessible by the computer.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
16.

Why is a File-Compression utility ideal for use when files are being transferred over a network connection?
- A.
  
  Zipped files are smaller and so sending them is faster
- B.
  
  Zipped files are always virus-free
- C.
  
  It is impossible to send unzipped files over a network connection
- D.
  
  None of the above are true
17.

Which of the following utilities can make internet downloading safer?
- A.
  
  Scandisk
- B.
  
  Antivirus
- C.
  
  Defragmentation
- D.
  
  Winzip
18.

The operating program does what?
- A.
  
  Software that is embedded in a hardware device
- B.
  
  A specific type of software developed to allow interaction with hardware devices
- C.
  
  A program that manages all other programs on the computer
19.

What is an example of system software?
- A.
  
  Adobe Photoshop
- B.
  
  Microsoft Word
- C.
  
  Firmware
20.

Application programs do what?
- A.
  
  Enables the computer to talk to the hardware.
- B.
  
  Enables the user to perform a task.
- C.
  
  Enables software to run concurrently
21.

What are the two types of software?
- A.
  
  Application and os
- B.
  
  Application and system
- C.
  
  User and system
22.

What is commercial software that offers a trail version of its product for a certain amount time before you buy it?
- A.
  
  Shareware
- B.
  
  Freeware
- C.
  
  Liteware
23.

Whats ann example of Firmware
- A.
  
  OS
- B.
  
  BIOS
- C.
  
  Open Source
24.

What is the correct definition of Application Software?
- A.
  
  The everyday programs you use
- B.
  
  Programs that are rarely used
- C.
  
  Programs made specifically for a client
- D.
  
  Things included in your computer
25.

What does System Software consist of?
- A.
  
  The operating System
- B.
  
  Graphics software
- C.
  
  Private software
- D.
  
  Drivers