CCC Flashcards

You can use the internet to

Answer: All of the above

The internet is a vast global network that offers a multitude of functionalities. It allows users to connect to servers worldwide, facilitating access to information and services. Sending electronic mail (email) is a primary communication feature, and viewing web pages is how users access content on the World Wide Web. Therefore, all the listed options are valid uses of the internet.

A_____________ is the smallest unit in a digital system.

Answer: bit

In a digital system, a bit (binary digit) is the smallest unit of data. A bit can represent one of two states, typically 0 or 1, corresponding to electrical on/off signals. These bits are the fundamental building blocks from which all other digital information, like bytes, kilobytes, and words, are constructed.

In order to _____________ file extensions are utilized.

Answer: Identify the file type

File extensions, such as ".doc," ".pdf," or ".jpg," are used by operating systems and applications to identify the type or format of a file. This allows the system to know which program should open the file and how to process its contents. Without extensions, the computer would not easily recognize the file's nature.

Documents that have been converted to _____________ can be posted on the internet.

Answer: HTML

HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is the standard markup language for documents designed to be displayed in a web browser. To post documents on the internet, they are typically converted into HTML format, which browsers can interpret and render as web pages. While other formats can be linked, HTML is essential for creating the structure and content of web pages themselves.

Which of the following is a device for generating output?

Answer: A and B both

Output devices are components that display or present information processed by a computer to the user. A monitor provides visual output, while a printer produces physical hard copies of documents or images. Both devices serve the function of generating output from the computer system.

The term "collection" refers to a group of related files called _____________

Answer: Data base

A database is an organized collection of related data, typically stored and accessed electronically. It is designed to efficiently store, manage, and retrieve large amounts of information. This collection often consists of multiple related files or tables, making 'database' the correct term for a group of related files.

You can _____________with a CD.

Answer: read

While some CDs (like CD-R and CD-RW) allow data to be written, all types of Compact Discs (CDs), including CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs, are fundamentally designed to be read. Therefore, 'read' is the most universally applicable operation for any CD. The option 'read and write' would only apply to CD-RWs, making 'read' the most accurate general answer.

Which of the following statements concerning segments is accurate in Oracle?

Answer: A segment is created every time an extent is created, extended or altered

In Oracle, a segment is a logical storage unit that contains all the data for a specific database object, such as a table or an index. Segments are composed of one or more extents, which are contiguous blocks of data. As data grows or shrinks, segments are dynamically managed by creating, extending, or altering extents to accommodate the changes.

Which of the following is not a hardware component?

Answer: An MP3 file

Hardware refers to the physical, tangible components of a computer system that you can touch. A keyboard, mouse, and monitor are all physical devices. An MP3 file, however, is a digital audio file, which is a form of software or data, not a physical component of the computer itself.

A/an ____________ is a piece of text that you'd like to appear at the bottom of the page.

Answer: Footer

A footer is a section of text or graphics that appears consistently at the bottom of every page in a document. It is commonly used for elements like page numbers, document titles, or author names to provide consistent information throughout the document. In contrast, a header appears at the top, and footnotes are specific references at the bottom of a page.

When a user clicks on a word on a web page, it opens a new document.

Answer: Hyperlink

A hyperlink is an interactive element on a web page or digital document that, when clicked, navigates the user to another location. This location can be a different part of the same document, another document, or an entirely different website. It provides a direct and convenient way to access related information.

Although computer programs are created in a high-level programming language, the human-readable version is referred to as _____________

Answer: Source code

Source code is the original, human-readable set of instructions written by a programmer in a high-level programming language. Before a computer can execute these instructions, the source code must be translated into machine language by a compiler or interpreter. It represents the fundamental blueprint of a software program.

The mouse mechanism for accessing object properties is—

Answer: Right clicking

In graphical user interfaces, right-clicking an object typically brings up a context menu. This menu provides a list of actions or properties that are relevant to the specific object being clicked, allowing users to quickly access common functions like 'Open,' 'Copy,' 'Paste,' or 'Properties' without navigating through main menus.

When it comes to computer input and output, input refers to_____________

Answer: Both (A) and (C)

Input in computing refers to both the data or information that is entered into the computer system and the process of transmitting that data into the system. This means that anything fed into the computer, whether it's text from a keyboard or a file from a drive, along with its transmission, constitutes input. Both aspects are crucial for the computer to receive and process information.

A compiler converts a high-level language program into _____________

Answer: machine language

A compiler is a specialized program that translates source code written in a high-level programming language (like C++ or Python) into machine language. Machine language consists of binary instructions (0s and 1s) that a computer's central processing unit (CPU) can directly understand and execute. This translation is essential for software to run on hardware.

The _____________ specifies the maximum amount of data that a storage medium can hold.

Answer: capacity

Capacity, in the context of computer storage, refers to the maximum amount of data that a storage medium can hold. It quantifies the total storage space available on devices like hard drives, USB drives, or solid-state drives. For example, a 1 terabyte hard drive has a storage capacity of 1 terabyte.

— is a type of storage that keeps or preserves data after the power has been turned off.

Answer: Non-volatile storage

Non-volatile storage is a type of computer memory that retains stored information even when the power supply is turned off. This characteristic is crucial for persistent data storage, such as operating systems, applications, and user files. Examples include hard disk drives (HDDs), solid-state drives (SSDs), and ROM.

Several computers are connected to a server in order to share applications and storage space—

Answer: Network

A network is a system of interconnected computers and other devices that can communicate with each other and share resources. When several computers are connected to a server to share applications and storage space, they form a network. This setup allows for centralized data management and efficient resource utilization among users.

What exactly is back-up?

Answer: Protecting data by copying it from the original source to a different destination

Back-up is the process of creating duplicate copies of data from its original source and storing them in a separate, secure location. The primary purpose of backing up data is to ensure that information can be recovered in the event of data loss, corruption, or system failure. It's a critical component of data protection and disaster recovery.

An example of a _____________ is = SUM (B1 : B8)

Answer: Formula

In spreadsheet applications like Microsoft Excel, a formula is an expression that performs calculations or other operations on values in a worksheet. Formulas always begin with an equals sign (=) and can include cell references, operators, and functions. The example '=SUM(B1:B8)' is a classic formula using the SUM function to add values in a range of cells.