Computer Technology Vocabulary Test! Trivia Quiz

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1.

A program that can be run and stored on a computer for specific uses including communication, data processing, entertainment, and management.
2.

The main part of the computer that manages, stores, and uses data is called the central processing unit or CPU. The processor speed is typically measured in gigahertz (GHz).
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
3.

A slang word that means to copy files, CD’s, DVD’s etc.
4.

The master program that can control the computer. Two popular ones are Windows and Mac OS.
- A.
  
  Usb port
- B.
  
  Operating system
- C.
  
  Central processing unit
5.

Preset values for some options in a computer program.
- A.
  
  Ethernet card
- B.
  
  Video card
- C.
  
  Default
6.

A secret word or string of characters that is used for authentication to prove identity or gain access to a resource. The password should be kept secret from those not allowed access.
7.

A small, finger-sized portable device for data storage. Sometimes referred to as a “thumb drive”.
- A.
  
  USB port
- B.
  
  USB flashdrive
- C.
  
  DOS
8.

The point on a computer where a USB drive can be connected or plugged in is called a USB _______________.
9.

An interchangeable hardware component which handles the graphic processing and display of images.
- A.
  
  Ethernet card
- B.
  
  Sound card
- C.
  
  Video card
10.

An ethernet card is a hardware component that provides communications between a PC and a network connection.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
11.

The first operating system used by IBM compatible computers.
- A.
  
  DOS
- B.
  
  RAM
- C.
  
  BBG
12.

File extensions for WORD documents.
- A.
  
  .xls
- B.
  
  .doc
- C.
  
  .xlsx
- D.
  
  .pub
- E.
  
  .docx
13.

File extensions for Publisher documents.
- A.
  
  .doc
- B.
  
  .docx
- C.
  
  .pub
- D.
  
  .ppt
- E.
  
  .pubx
14.

File extensions for Excel documents.
- A.
  
  .doc
- B.
  
  .xls
- C.
  
  .xlsx
- D.
  
  .pub
- E.
  
  .excel
15.

File extensions for Powerpoint documents.
- A.
  
  .mp3
- B.
  
  .ppt
- C.
  
  .power
- D.
  
  .pptx
- E.
  
  .wmv
16.

File extensions for graphics/images.
- A.
  
  .gif
- B.
  
  .jpg
- C.
  
  .doc
- D.
  
  .picture
17.

File extension for audio files.
- A.
  
  .sound
- B.
  
  .listen
- C.
  
  .music
- D.
  
  .mp3
18.

File extension for media files (Windows).
- A.
  
  .jpg
- B.
  
  .wmv
- C.
  
  .media
19.

File extension for web pages.
- A.
  
  .web
- B.
  
  .pages
- C.
  
  .webpages
- D.
  
  .html
20.

File extension for universal documents.
- A.
  
  .pdf
- B.
  
  .universal
- C.
  
  .idontknow
21.

Website extension that represents the word "commercial" - it is the most widely used extension in the world.
- A.
  
  .net
- B.
  
  .com
- C.
  
  .gov
22.

Website extension ".net" represents the word _____________ - it is commonly used by internet service providers, web-hosting companies, or other businesses that are directly involved in the infrastructure of the internet.
- A.
  
  Netiquette
- B.
  
  Network
- C.
  
  Internet
23.

Represents the word "organization" - it is primarily used by non-profit groups or trade associations.
- A.
  
  .nize
- B.
  
  .nonprofit
- C.
  
  .org
24.

Represents the word "mobile" - it is reserved for websites built for easy viewing on mobile devices.
- A.
  
  .mob
- B.
  
  .easy
- C.
  
  .mobil
25.

".gov" - represents the word ______________________ - it is used for the American government.
- A.
  
  Govern
- B.
  
  Government
- C.
  
  American government

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