Introduction to Business

Chapter 19: Computer Basics

Chapter Practice Review Quizzes

1
Which is an electronic device that accepts, processes, stores, and outputs data of all types at high speeds?
A)ATM
B)the Internet
C)computer
D)calculator
2
Which type of computer is most likely to be the fastest, most powerful, and have the largest storage capacity?
A)mainframe
B)Macintosh
C)personal computer
D)desktop computer
3
Which term refers to design factors meant to maximize productivity by minimizing discomfort?
A)user friendliness
B)telecommuting
C)ergonomics
D)lap top computing
4
Which of the following is the process of learning by using online resources?
A)telecommuting
B)E-learning
C)information technology
D)electronic mail
5
Which of the following is NOT a main part of a computer system?
A)hardware
B)software
C)data
D)the Internet
6
Which is also known as the brain of a computer?
A)software
B)hardware
C)microprocessor
D)memory
7
Which stores information in a computer for instant retrieval and processing?
A)memory
B)microprocessor
C)software
D)intranet
8
Which of the following is NOT considered an input device?
A)keyboard
B)scanner
C)joystick
D)monitor
9
Which refers to a program that contains instructions for a computer?
A)hardware
B)memory
C)microprocessor
D)software
10
Which is NOT something an operating system does?
A)maintains files
B)runs software
C)manages devices
D)connects to the Internet
11
Which term could be used to refer to a collection of integrated applications?
A)extranet
B)operating system
C)suite
D)software
12
Which is most often used for entering and charting data in a computerized worksheet?
A)word processing software
B)office suite
C)spreadsheet program
D)desktop publishing
13
Which is used to store data organized especially for rapid search and retrieval?
A)spreadsheet software
B)database management software
C)desktop publishing
D)operating system
14
Which of the following would most likely be used to create newsletters and brochures?
A)desktop publishing software
B)presentation software
C)word processing software
D)database management software
15
Which of the following is NOT a category of groupware?
A)communication tools
B)intranet tools
C)coordination tools
D)conferencing tools
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