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COMPUTING FUNDAMENTALSGMETRIX ANSWER KEY Which two are the tasks of an operating system? (Choose 2)Manage processesManage the computer’s memorySelect the power saving status that uses the least amount of energy, saves fles and programs that are open, and turns the computer off. (Choose one)HibernationThe main objective of an operating system is:To isolate the user from the complexity of the hardware.Open the window that indicates the version of the operating system being run on your computer.Click on Start, Control Panel, Select the file that can play a video called Customers on the computer.Customers.aviWhat is the main difference between the Copy command and the Cut command?A cut file disappears from its original location, and it is stored in the Clipboard until the user pastes it. A copied file remains in its original location, but is also stored in the Clipboard until the user pastes it.Which statement about file extensions is true?The file extension can indicate the type of file it is: There are operating systems, such as Windows, that use file extensions to recognize file formats, including that of the executable files. Other operating systems, such as those based on Unix, use the file extension simply for convention, not necessarily to determine their type.Which statement is true with respect to hidden files?If you wish to view a hidden file, all the hidden files must be displayed.Create a new folder in the root directory of the C: drive. Name the folder ResultsClick on Windows Explorer button, select “Local Disk C:”, right click in white area and select “new”, then “folder”, name it Results, enter.Configure the Books Toread.txt file, located on the desktop, so that it has read only access.Right click on the desktop icon, select properties, check off “read only” in the attributes section, OK.Which two choices are accessibility characteristics in Microsoft Windows 7? (Choose two).On-screen keyboard and magnifierWhich two options can be configured using the Parental Control Tool? (Choose two)The number of hours during which a user/your child can use a computer AND the types of games the user/your child can play.Change the screen resolution to the recommended resolution:Right click on desktop, select screen resolution. Click on “Resolution” down arrow, select “1366x768(recommended), OK, Keep ChangesChange the time zone of your computer to (UTC+2:00)CairoSelect Start; control panel; Clock, Language and Region; change time zone; change time zone drop down menu, scroll down and select option, OK, OKWhich statement is true with respect to the CPU?CPU is usually integrated in a chip called microprocessor.When you open a file or start a program that needs information what type of temporary memory stores the information until a process is complete?BufferAssociate each device or type of program to its corresponding group:SOFTWARE: Microsoft Windows 7, Word processor, Database, EmailHARDWARE: Screen, Printer, Mouse, KeyboardPlace the steps used to open the System Information window in the correct order:Click the Start buttonClick All ProgramsSelect AccessoriesSelect System ToolsClick on the System Information optionOpen the window that displays detailed information about the system:Click on Start, All Programs, Accessories folder, System Tools Folder, System InformationWhich two devices, essential for the correct operation of a computer, are included in a laptop computer? (choose 2)Screen, mouseWhich three options are characteristic of a Smartphone? (Choose 3)Have a GPS, Allow installation of third party programs, Support EmailWhich two items are replaced when using a touchscreen? (Choose 2)Keyboard, mouseOpen the Device Manager and display the list all display adapters.Click on Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Device Manager, Display adaptersA…is a program or series of programs that are used to measure the entire system’s performance or a specific process/device by comparing it to other systems or processes/devices.BenchmarkAssociate each type of power plan with its corresponding characteristic:Balanced: best power plan for most usersPower Saver: helps laptop users to optimize their laptop batteries, reduces the brightness of the screen, and type system performance.High Performance: uses a great deal more power and will reduce the time the battery lasts.Defragment the computer’s hard drive:Start, Control Panel, System and Security, select Defragment your hard drive in the Administrative Tools section, Click on Defragment disk, closeWhich statement is true about the installation of new software in Microsoft Windows 7?Generally the programs are installed from a CD or DVD, the internet or from a network.Which statement is true about the Change option from the Uninstall a program tool?Changing a program consists of installing or uninstalling optional characteristics of the application: The option is proved by the Uninstall, a program tool in the Control Panel. You have just installed a new program for viewing photographs, called JPG viewer. This program only displays files with a JPG extension. What should you do to view any photograph with the.jpg extension using JPG Viewer?Use the Associate a types of file to a program tool to associate the JPG files to the new program installed: the Associate tool is used to open a type of file with a specific program.What is a type of software distribution license with which the user can assess the product for free, but with limitations such as a demo assessment version with limited functions or features and/or with a user restricted time limit?SharewareWhich statement is true about a software license?It is a contract between the author and the user.Associate each type of document with the corresponding Office 2010 applications:Excel: Car expenses 2011.xlsxWord: The world of books.docxAccess: Videoclub.accdbPowerPoint: Talk outline.pptxOne Note: Meeting notes.oneWhich two statements are true about the software application Microsoft OneNote? (Choose 2)It allows adding drawings, diagrams or multimedia elements.It allows someone to edit a note without a connection and synchronize it later.Which application should you use to create a presentation?PowerPointUsing the appropriate shortcut on the desktop, open the work processor.Double click on WORD icon.You need to send 24 large files by email. How can you send them in a fast and efficient way?Use a compression program to send a single compressed file of a smaller size.Check to see if your Windows 7 operating system is using the latest updates:Click on start, control panel, system and security, check for updates in the Windows Update section.Why is it useful to start the computer in Save mode?It solves problems caused by programs and controllers that are not starting correctly or preventing the operating system from starting correctly.You need to know which processes, applications, and services are active on your computer. Which Microsoft Windows 7 tools provides this information?Task ManagerMicrosoft Windows 7 Program Compatibility Assistant (PCA):Simulates the performance of previous versions of the operating system.Execute the Windows Defender tool:Start, control panel, Category, small icons, Windows defender (bottom of last column)Which 2 options are symptoms of errors in the RAM memory? (Choose 2)The system does not start and you can hear repeated beeps in the Power on Self-Test (POST)The system starts up but informs you of an error in the memory addressYou are playing a new game on your computer. The image is not displaying correctly and the screen freezes. Which component is malfunctioning?Graphics cardThe sound coming from the loudspeakers is static or distorted. How can we resolve this issue? (Choose 2)Check t see if the loudspeakers are correctly connectedInstall the loudspeaker drivers again.Which option is a result of the mouse not working correctly?The mouse buttons do not work correctlyWhich statement is true about a system image backup copy?A system image backup restores files, applications and settings to the computer.PART 2:Which is a single-user operating system? MOS-DOSWhich term means that an operating system can execute various processes simultaneously?Multi-taskWhich component is run before the startup process of a computer?Operating systemPlace the computer in sleep mode:Press Start, Shutdown arrow, sleepWhich describes a storage area where files and folders are stored before their complete deletion?Recycle BinMatch the tool with the description:New folder: creates a new directory with the name input by the userPaste: Adds the content of the clipboardPrint: Transfers the content of a document onto paperSave: Saves a document in the selected location.Delete: Physically or logically deletes the saved data.Which two options are the advantages of a compressed file?The original information is not lostThe compressed file or files is/are smaller in size than the original file or files.Restore the Travelinformaiton.docx file from the Recycle Bin by using the corresponding option, and open the folder in which it has been restored.Open Recycle Bin, right click on the document, select Restore, close window, then open the Reports folder on the desktop.Show the Hidden.txt hidden file, located in the Documents folder, and modify it so it is always visible.Click on Organize drop down; folder and search options; view tab; show hidden files, folders, drives; OK; right click on hidden.txt, properties, deselect Hidden; OKThe….is part of the Windows graphics user interface (GUI). It allows users to configure the system by Adding new hardware, Adding or Removing programs, and modifying User accounts, Sound or Display options.Control PanelAssociate each permission level with the actions allowed:Full Control: Allows a user to see the contents of files and folders, change and create existing files and folders, and run programs from a folder.Modify: Allows a user to change existing files and folders, but new folders or files cannot be created.Read & Execute: Allows a user to see the contents of existing files and folders and run programs from a folder.Read: Allows a user to see the contents of a folder and open the files and folders.Write: Allows a user to create new files and folders and make changes in the existing files and folders.Set the Test Delivery Printer 2010 printer as the default printer:Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Devices and Printers, Right click on Test Delivery Printer 2010, Set as default printer.The BIOS of a computer is a type of ____ that includes the lowest level routines. It enables the computer to run, activates the machine when it starts up, and prepares the environment to give control to the operating system tin RAM memory.FirmwareAssociate each port with the peripheral it connects:AGP: graphics cardUSB: mouseRJ-45: network cableVGA: monitorPCI: sound cardWhich device should be used to store files that have 25,165,824 kilobytes?Your computer hard drive with .028 terabytes freeWhich 3 are the peripherals of a desktop computer?LoudspeakersMousePrinterWhich statement about the speed of the microprocessor is true?The processing speed of the microprocessor is measured in Hertz (Hz)Which two options are advantages of using a laptop computer over a desktop computer?A laptop computer can be comfortably carried almost anywhere. Laptops do not need as many external cables as a desktop computer. Laptops have a greater number of integrated devices.Which computer provides different services to interconnected client computers on a network?ServerWhich 2 devices are data storage devices?External hard driveUSB memoryDisconnect your computer from the Test wireless network.Click on Start, control panel, View network status in the Network and Internet section, click on connect or disconnect, select the Test network, then Disconnect button.Which three statements are true with respect the Disk Cleanup tool?Empties the Recycle BinRemoves the temporary Windows filesRemoves optional components of Windows not used anymore. This option frees space on the hard drive, which allows the computer to run faster.Which item is an advanced tool to help you find problems causing the Windows operating system to start up incorrectly?System configurationOpen the Microsoft Windows Action CenterClick on Start, Control Panel, System and Security, Action CenterWhich Microsoft Windows 7 tools allows a specific program to always open all files of the same type?Recommended ProgramsWhich statement is correct about the Enable or disable feature in Microsoft Windows 7?Some programs and features included in Windows 7 have to be enabled to in order to use them.What happens when a program that is not compatible with your computer’s operating system is installed?It is possible that some old programs will not work correctly in the new version of the OS.Deactivate Windows media Player as a Windows feature:Start, Control Panel, Programs, Turn windows features on or off, expand Media features folder, deselect Windows Media Player, Yes, OK.The ____ or the author’s rights is a series of legal rules and principles that are provided by current law to authors of original written content, both published and pending publication.CopyrightWhich kind of software allows users the freedom to copy, distribute, study, modify, and improve the acquired product?Free softwareAssociate each Microsoft Windows 7 application with the appropriate definition:Windows Media Player: Listen to music and watch videosCaptures: Create screen capturesNotepad: Edit text using a simple text editorInternet Explorer: view web pages in a browser.Which program is designed to detect, block, delete, and prevent computer viruses?AntivirusClose only the Database applicationClick the close button on the Microsoft Access screen.How can you know if there are new updates for your Microsoft Windows 7 operating system?Microsoft includes a program in its software that can be configured to detect and install all updates.What are a series of basic programs and tools included in Microsoft Windows?Windows AccessoriesDelete the monthly.txt file from the compressed zip file called Sent.xip, located on the desktop.Open the Sent.zip folder, right click on “monthly” and select delete, yes.Which statement is correct about the Microsoft Windows 7 Action Center?The Action Center allows you to select which Windows 7 alerts you view. It is configurable, allowing you to decide which messages you want to see.Which type of software causes undesirable computer performance?MalwareThe computer keeps shutting down shortly after it is turned on and it is excessively hot. What is happening?The computer processor is overheating. The ventilation system should be checked.Your computer is correctly plugged in. You press the on button, but the computer does not respond, the lights do not go on, and the fans do not work. There is a problem with the….Electrical connection of the internal components.Which two options represent solutions to generic hardware problems? (Choose 2)Verify the connection of the internal components.Remove hardware components to find out what the problem is.You insert a disk that has a CD driver on it. When you try to access the disk, an error message is displayed. Which two things might be causing the error? (Choose 2)The disk is dirty, damaged, or faultyThe disk was loaded the wrong way upThe volume multimedia key does not respond on your keyboard. What two things might be causing the problem? (Choose 2)The keyboard drivers are incorrectly installedThe keyboard has dirt or debris stuck underneath the keys.Which is a backup copy tool provided by Microsoft Windows 7?Previous VersionsMake a system image of your computer to store on a DVD:Start; control panel; Back up your computer in the system and Security group; Create a system image, on one or more DVDs; next; start backup.PART 3:Match the corresponding operating system to the box:FOR PC:GNU/Linux, Unix, Solaris, Windows Phone, MS WindowsFOR Mobile Device:Android, Mac OS, IOSWhich selection gives the user all privileges and features to fully manage the system, and access and modify features that others cannot?AdministratorEnd the active user session in Windows:Start, Shutdown arrow, Log offSelect the file that will install an application called Contract.Contract.exeWhich statement about the operation of the Recycle Bin is true?Stores the files deleted from the hard drives.Place the steps used to move the file New.txt from the Draft folder to the Classified folder in the correct order:Navigate to the Draft Folder and open it.Right-click on the file New.txt and click Cut on the shortcut menu.Navigate to the Classified folder and open it.Right-click a blank area in the folder and click Paste on the shortcut menu.You are working on a computer with the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system. You want to create a new folder on the desktop called Reports, but there is already another folder with that same name on the desktop. Select the option describing what will happen when you try to create the Reports folder.A message is displayed informing you that there is already a folder with that name and asks if you wish to combine the two folders.Sort in ascending order all the files in the documents folder according to their file type.Click on the “Type” headingAssociate each Control Panel group with an action carried out by any of its tools.System and Security: view amount of RAM and processor speedNetworks and Internet: Manage browser add-onsHardware and Sound: Add a printerPrograms: Set your default programsUser Accounts: Change the Windows passwordAppearance and Personalization: Change the screen saverClock, Language and Region: Configure the time and dateEase of Access: Turn on visual sound notificationsWhich statement is true about Plug-and-Play?Plug-and-Play refers to the capacity of a personal computer to automatically configure all the devices upon their connection.Create a new standard user name TestStart, Control Panel, User Accounts and Family Safety, Add or remove user account, create new account, type “Test”, create account.Which statement is true with respect to RAM and ROM memory?RAM is read and write memory, while ROM is read-only memory.Associate each port with the peripheral it connects:TCP/IP is a protocol for the communication of data using a local network or internetDynamic IP: a number identifying a computer in a network that changes when reconnecting to a networkFixed IP: a number identifying a computer in a network that doesn’t change with time.Private IP: IP address of a computer included in a local network at home or in an office.Public IP: an IP address that is used to remotely access the internetRouter: a device that connects a Local Area Network (LAN) to the internet.Which memory type is smaller, faster, reduces waiting time, and stores data for the microprocessor for upcoming operations without needing access to the RAM memory?Cache memoryWhich three items are types of connection to the Internet?Cable, Fiber optic, DSLAssociate each peripheral with its corresponding group:INPUT: scanner, digital pen, microphone, keyboard, mouse, tabletsOUTPUT: plotter, headphones/earbuds, printer, loudspeakersBOTH: touchscreen, modem, network cardsCancel the Reports.docx print job in the print queue for the Test Delivery Printer 2010 printer.Start, devices and printers, Test Delivery Printer 2010, right click on Reports.docx. cancel, yesWhich three items are recommended for the basic operation of a desktop computer?Mouse, screen, keyboardWhich of these is a portable computer that is a single piece of hardware featuring a touchscreen or multi-touch screen instead of a separate physical keyboard?Tablet PCPersonalize your mouse cursor so it displays a trail when it is moved.Start, control panel, Appearance and Personalization, Personalization, Change mouse pointers, Pointer Options tab, Display pointer trails check box, OK.Which of these options improves the performance of a computer?Replace the graphic card integrated in the motherboard with a dedicated graphic card.Select three actions that should be implemented to increase the performance of your computer.Eliminate programs that are never used.Run fewer programs at the same time.Limit how many programs are run at startup.You realize that your computer is very slow even after correctly running all the suggestions provided by Microsoft Windows 7. What can the problem be?You need to increase the RAM memoryAdjust the visual effects of Microsoft Windows to obtain improved performance of the computer.Start, Control Panel, System and Security, Check the Windows Experience Index option in the System group, Adjust visual Effects option (on left), adjust for best performance option, okPlace the steps used to uninstall Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2010 in the correct order:Start, Control Panel, click on the Programs option, select the Uninstall a program option, select Micr5osoft Office Professional Plus 2010, Click on Uninstall.What is a way to verify that the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system installed on your computer is original and has not been installed on more computers than those allowed by the Microsoft license?ActivationChange Power Options settings so that the computer enters sleep mode after 10 minutes when using the battery.Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Change when the computer sleeps in the Power Options group, change Put the computer to sleep to 10 min, save changes.Which statement is true with respect to Freeware licenses?It usually includes a user license, allowing its redistribution, but with some restrictions.Associate each type of license with its corresponding definition:CRIPPLEWARE: Free software versions without advanced features of the original application, which provide an incomplete version of software.TRIALWARE: Software that allows you to use it without any restrictions for a limited period of time. After this period, all or some features are disabled.POSTCARDWARE: Type of license very similar to freeware. A submission by mail is required to confirm program usage.ADWARE: Software including advertising in its contents.What is unique to each computer software program and helps to prevent software piracy?Product keysWhich software application should you use to view the contents of the Reports.zip file?File compressor.For which two of the following tasks should you use Microsoft Excel?Manage sales and invoicing dataCreate any type of calendar.Open the Notes.txt file, located on the desktop in the Notepad application.Double click on the Notes.txt file (NOT the Word file).Your computer is running slowly and sending unusual emails without your knowledge. What application should you run to fix the problem?AntivirusWhich statement is true about the Microsoft Windows 7 Backup and Restore tool?It allows files that have been eliminated or corrupted to be recovered.What type of software is detected by the tool Windows Defender?SpywareWhich statement is true about the Microsoft Windows 7 Clean Startup?Clean Startup assists in resolving software conflicts. It starts the computer with a minimum number of start programs that allow you resolve problems.Open the Troubleshooting computer problems window of Microsoft Windows.Start, control panel, find and fix problems in the System and Security group.Open the Windows Computer Management tool:Start, Control panel, System and Security, Administrative tools, Computer management, OpenAs you are working on your PC, you hear a small crackling sound, the computer shuts down and will not restart. The power source has been damaged. What has happened?There has been a sudden surge in the main power supply voltage.What is a major consideration in upgrading RAM modules?Incompatibility.Which two actins prevent overheating problems in the processor?Leave the side lid of the tower openExtend the free space around the tower.There are horizontal bands on your documents when they print. How can you solve this problem?Using the head cleaning utility in the printer controller.Which compute component can prevent the operating system from starting up, if it is damaged or incorrectly connected?Hard driveYou installed a program that caused Microsoft Windows 7 to stop working correctly. You uninstall the program, but the problem remains, and Windows 7 continues to malfunction. What tool should you use to go back to the previous point before the installation of the program.Restore System. ................
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