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The place in a digital device where the data and programs that device is currently using are accessible by the processor is called the ___ . | RAM |
Running the processor faster than recommended by the manufacturer is called _____ . This can increase performance and speed, but will also void the manufacturer warranty. | Overclocking |
Data from the hard drive reaches the CPU ___ than data from the RAM. | Slower |
The average tablet computer has a ____ hard drive than the average desktop computer. | Smaller |
Some computers use _____ , an 8-bit coding scheme to represent characters in a binary format. | ASCII |
____ is actually storage since it retains data and information when the power has been turned off. | ROM |
Why would you want to purchase a tablet comp? | Need comp that you can use while walking, highly moblie, reads ebooks, online gaming |
Personal computer CPU clock speeds range between _______ . | 2 to 4 gigahertz |
Devices that allow for the retention of data when your computer has been shut down are called ___ devices. | Storage |
allows for the transmission of high-definition audio and video signals | HDMI |
capable of carrying digital music signals and are common in today’s music scene | Plug and Play |
a technology that enables the OS to detect and configure peripherals without downloading software or drivers | MIDI |
Represented as either a 0 or 1, a ____ is the smallest unit of data a computer can process. | bit |
Because its radio waves pass through walls or desktops, ___ - capable devices are becoming very popular. | Bluetooth |
Terabyte | |
Petabyte | |
Megabyte | |
Kilobyte | |
gigabyte | |
This type of connector is the most common for connecting peripherals (printers, monitors, storage devices, etc.) to a Windows computer. | USB |
capacity of up to 50 GB (per side) | Blu-ray |
capacity of up to 8.5 GB | DVD |
capacity of up to 700 MB | CD |
Resolution | The number of pixels in a display, quality of the image |
The cost of an SSD is ____ than the cost of a traditional hard drive. | higher |
The maximum number of bits per instruction that a CPU can process during 1 machine cycle is called ___ | Word size |
equals one cycle (instruction) per second | Hertz |
equals one million cycles (instructions) per second | Megahertz |
equals one billion cycles (instructions) per second | Gigahertz |
A channel over which information flows inside a computer. | Bus |
The amount of data that can be transmitted over a channel at a given time. | Bus width |
a slot or hole that matches the cord or expansion card being connected to the port | Port |
On a cable, the connector is the end that connects to a port. | Connector |
allows for data transfer between devices and for devices to be electrically charged | USB |
a type of Thunderbolt port, commonly found on older Apple computers | Firewire |
The two major factors that impact processor speed are clock speed and _____ . | bus width |
the colors that are used to create pixels in most output devices | Red, Blue, Green |
A short-range wireless transmission protocol is known as _____ . | Bluetooth |
The standard port for video and audio input into televisions today is the ___ port. | HDMI |
FireWire connectors were developed for ___ computers. | Apple |
Be careful to only open email from senders you know and trust. ___ may be contained in email messages. | Malware |
Program that performs a specific maintenance type of task , -Included with both Windows and Mac OS ,-Common utility programs include disk formatting, disk cleanup, and disk defragmenting | Utility programs |
An acceptable use policy (AUP) is a written document that provides a framework of rules to be followed by users of: | Computers, Network, Websites |
Pictures or videos taken and shared on Snapchat are called _____. | Snaps |
Some apps that use a surprising amount of data are those that include embedded ___. | Video |
Platform to Manufacturer: 1Linux 2Microsofts 3Google 4Apple | 1-Collaborative effort not owned solely by one company 2-Windows 10 3-Android 4-OS X Sierra |
While many third-party apps are available through its App Store, apps for ___ must first be tested and approved before they're made available for downloading. | Iphones |
Which category of management information systems (MIS) focuses on providing forecasting capabilities for sales and production? | DSS |
Popular NOS (network Operating System) include | Microsoft, Avaya, UNIX |
Which category of management information systems (MIS) combines the forecasting capability of decision support software with the records keeping capability of transaction processing systems software to help businesses manage inventories efficiently? | SCMS |
Applets | Small application program, included with the operating system, often utility programs, perform less complex functions |
Business management software that encompasses nearly all business activities in a corporation is called ___ software. | ERP |
strengths of windows | Wide availability of software options |
commonly used database programs? | OpenOffice Base Google Sheets |
Software comes in various categories. One category of software includes applications such as Office 365, iWork, QuickBooks, Googledocs, etc. This software is referred to as ___ software. | Productivity |
Software comes in various categories. One category is _____ software, which provides the instructions that hardware needs to operate (iOS, Android, Windows, etc.). | system |
Software comes in various categories. One category is ___ software (League of Legends, Hearthstone, Angry Birds, etc.). | game |
Common presentation software programs include which of the following? | Microsoft PowerPoint, Keynote for Mac, Google Slides |
Because it's a Google product, downloading an app from the Play Store might require a(n) | Google Login |
Along with the "From" line, what is the most important factor in ensuring your message is read? | The subject line |
Examples of management information systems (MIS) include _____ . | TPS,DSS,ESS |
_____ refers to programs that offer the structure and hardware control necessary to run the computer and its peripheral devices | System software |
One of the most important types of system software is the ____ | operating system |
A computer platform is commonly referred to as a _____ system or OS. | Operating |
The OS used in most smartphones and tablets is ___ | Android platform |
Windows OS is owned and maintained by _____ . | Microsoft |
Program that performs a specific maintenance type of task | utility programs |
Common _______ include disk formatting, disk cleanup, and disk defragmenting. Included with both Windows and Mac OS | Utility programs |
All-in-one computes | An all-in-one computer is a stationary device with a separate keyboard and mouse. All-in-one computers house every component except the keyboard and mouse inside the same case as the monitor. Not: not hinged or highly mobile |
Devices with a separate system unit and a relatively large footprint are called _____ computers. | desktop |
The ___ is a computer within your computer that creates images. | GPU |
The machine cycle consists of which four steps? | fetch, decode, execute, and store |
SSD characteristics | no moving parts, extremely fast Does not: use magnets to store infor or lasers to read info |
If you buy a new computer game that emphasizes graphics, or new photo/video editing software for your desktop computer, you may want to purchase a new ___ card. | Video |
Clockspeed, also referred to as _________, is the speed at which the processor performs the operations required to run a digital device and instructions executed by the digital device. | clock rate |
Letting computer users drag images and documents across their computers' monitors made the ___ User Interface very popular. | Graphical |
A URL identifies a particular __ address on the World Wide Web | File |
Software that can be added to a browser to increase its functionality are called ___ . | Plug ins |
Reasons for purchasing broadband Internet service. | You have several devices online at the same time. You need relatively high-speed Internet service. You want Wi-Fi in your home. Not:You want to save money over a dial-up connection. |
A ___ name identifies a server site on the Internet. | domain |
Satellite Internet Service | uses microwaves to deliver service. provides broadband service virtually anywhere. Customers usually purchase a data plan that limits uploading and downloading. Not great for gamers |
What should be considered when choosing an ISP? | How many users will be logged on my network at the same time? Will user's be streaming data? What ISP choices are available in my area? |
IP assresses | assigned to your home network by your ISP. means by which your network is identified by other servers and computers on the Internet. ISPs often have blocks of IP addresses that they assign as demanded |
Although it sounds ironic, searching the _____ in your area is an efficient way to search for an ISP. | Internet |
The highest level in the domain name hierarchy is known as the ___ . | Top Level Domain |
What group determines the standards for the World Wide Web? | The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) |
The World Wide Web was created through a collaboration led by ___ . | Tim Berners-Lee |
URL stands for ___ Resource Locator. | Uniform |
What are examples of Internet service options? | Satellite, Cable, Fiber optic |
Paul Baran developed a technology called _____ switching that made the Internet possible and reliable | packet |
Software that limits the material that a browser fetches or that a search engine displays are called ___ . | filters |
Being able to surf the Web, watch videos, and listen to steaming audio is why cell service with a ___ plan is extremely popular in the United States. | Data |
A computer that requests resources such as a web page, spreadsheet, image file, or services from another computer on a network is called a _____. | Client |
Client/server networks | Server-based models r pop bc they provide ^ security than a peer-to-peer net. have indiv comps & devices connected to the net interact thru a central server comp. when a client requests info or access to the Int the request is controlled by the server |
connects 2 networks | Router |
identifies a device within a network | MAC address |
converts analog signals into digital signals and digital signals into analog signals. | Modem |
connects devices within a network | switch |
expenses found on a typical cell phone bill. | Line charges, Data plan charges, taxes and surcharges |
A collection of computers that are connected in a small geographic area such as an office, college campus, or in your home is called a _____. | LAN- Local area network |
List in order the steps required to install a home Wi-Fi network | 1Connect the incoming Int signal to the modem provided by your ISP. 2Plug in the modem's cord and turn on .3Connect the modem to the router using a Ethernet cable. 4Plug in the router's cord and turn on. 5Turn on your comp and locate your Wi-Fi signal. |
Unlike circuit switching, data transfer with ___ doesn’t rely on a dedicated physical path. | Packet switching |
WAN | Large organizations with many offices located across the globe often have indiv LANs in each location that need to be connected to share data and information. When 2 or more LANs have been connected using a public net a WAN Wide Area Network is created. |
A _____ is a group of two or more devices/computers connected together to allow for the exchange and information and for the sharing of resources such as printers. | Network |
In a server-based network the individual computers and devices are called _____. | clients |
A switch distinguishes between various devices within a network by their __ addresses. | MAC |
The word modem stands for ____. | modulator-demodulator |
Select the methods of connecting a Smartphone to the Internet. | Using a cellular data plan |
In addition to activating ___ protection, it's a good idea to disable your router's SSID transmission once all your devices are connected | WPA2 |
A security system separating 2 networks or even computers on the same network is called a ___ . | firewall |
characteristics of a modem. | usually provided by the ISP. converts analog signals into digital signals. converts digital signals into analog signals |
What technology allows for the electronic communication of business oriented transactions and information between people and organizations? | EDI |
What category of Management Information Systems focuses on providing forecasting capabilities for sales and production?
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Question | Answer |
Which category of management information systems (MIS) focuses on providing forecasting capabilities for sales and production? | DSS |
Popular NOS (network Operating System) include | Microsoft, Avaya, UNIX |
What are the 5 main types of management information systems MIS?
Types Of Management Information System.
Process Control :.
Management Reporting System :.
Inventory control :.
Sales and Marketing :.
Human resource (Enterprise collaboration/Office automation) :.
Accounting and finance :.
Decision Support System :.
Expert system :.
What are the categories of management information system?
Three main categories of information systems serve different organizational levels: operational-level systems, management-level systems, and strategic-level systems.
When referring to business information technology What does MIS stand for?
Management information system (MIS) refers to a large infrastructure used by a business or corporation, whereas information technology (IT) is one component of that infrastructure that is used for collecting and transmitting data.