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INF103 Computer Literacy

Week 1 Quiz

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT an example of debugging?

  Upgrading to improve the programming code.

  Solving faulty logic in programming code.

  Fixing misspelled commands in programming code.

  Looking for errors in programming code.

 

 

Question 2

An algorithm is BEST defined as:

  reasons that define how computer scientists select languages.

  rules for finding a solution to a problem in a defined number of steps.

  stages for how to create a computer language.

  logic for how to  write an operating system.

 

 

Question 3

In the 1970s which company developed computer innovations such as the mouse, graphical user interface, and word processors?

  Apple

  Xerox

  IBM

  Microsoft

 

 

Question 4

Which of the following is one of Intel’s MOST important innovations?

  Keyboard

  Laser printer

  Processor

  Hard drive

 

 

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of computer phishing?

  A fraudulent email from a bank asking for account information.

  A virus that infects your computer and sends out information.

  A software error in your computer and causes it to crash.

  A computer hacker that breaks into your computer.

 

 

Question 6

The term “computer literacy” dates back to what decade?

  1960s

  1970s

  1980s

  1990s

 

 

Question 7

If someone was concerned about identify theft, they would be interested in learning more about:

  computer impact.

  computer viruses.

  computer security.

  computer piracy.

 

 

Question 8

Digital literacy is a skill that is important for:

  utilizing computers effectively.

  counting numbers.

  reading digits.

  hacking computer information.

 

 

Question 9

Many people describe computers as “complex” machines. What can this mean?

  Computers have had  both a positive and negative effect on  society.

  Computers run software programs with hard to use features.

  Computers are understood by very few people because of their intricate technical components .

  Computers are smarter than humans.

 

 

Question 10

Computers are not just stand-alone desktop machines anymore. They are often embedded in common appliances and technology that we use every day. Which of the following does NOT have a computer in it?

  DVD

  Cell phone

  Airplane

  Automobile