Technology & Digital Applications Flashcards

A teacher wants to assess student understanding quickly using real-time polling. Which tool is best suited?

Answer: Kahoot or Mentimeter

Tools like Kahoot and Mentimeter allow teachers to create live polls and quizzes with instant visible results.

What is the primary purpose of an operating system?

Answer: To manage hardware resources and provide services for software

An operating system manages a computer's hardware resources and provides a platform for application software to run.

Which of the following is an example of input device?

Answer: Keyboard

A keyboard is an input device because it allows users to enter data and commands into a computer.

A school district implements a 1:1 device program. What is the primary educational goal of this initiative?

Answer: Ensuring every student has equitable access to technology for learning

1:1 programs aim to close the digital divide by giving every student their own device for consistent access to digital learning resources.

Which data type would be stored in a spreadsheet cell formatted as 'Currency'?

Answer: A monetary value like $45.99

The Currency format displays numbers with a monetary symbol and two decimal places, suited for financial values.

What does 'two-factor authentication' (2FA) add to account security?

Answer: A second verification step beyond just a password

2FA requires users to provide a second form of verification (such as a text code) in addition to their password, reducing unauthorized access risk.

Which of the following best describes 'open-source software'?

Answer: Software whose source code is publicly available and can be modified

Open-source software makes its source code publicly available, allowing anyone to inspect, modify, and distribute it under its license terms.