REVIEWQuestions
MULTIPLE CHOICE
Select the best response for the following statements.
1.
A(n) __________ is a small image that represents a file, command, or another computer
function.
A.
server
B.
icon
C.
frown
D.
field
2.
A(n) ___________consists of hardware, software, data, and users.
A.
client
B.
node
C.
mobile device
D.
computer system
3.
A(n) __________ generally can fit into the palm of your hand.
A.
mainframe computer
B.
notebook computer
C.
supercomputer
D.
mobile device
4.
A.
The world’s largest network is __________.
an extranet
B.
an intranet
C.
the Internet
D.
the World Wide Web
5.
A(n)__________ is a group of two or more linked computers.
A.
client
B.
server
C.
network
D.
icon
TRUE / FALSE
Circle T if the statement is true or F if the statement is false.
T
F
1. Information is processed data.
T
F
2. Small businesses and companies rarely use computers.
T
F
3. Data is stored in temporary memory and on a permanent storage device.
T
F
4. A notebook computer can fit in the palm of your hand.
T
F
5. The majority of computers are very unreliable.
FILL IN THE BLANK
1. A(n) ____________ is the fastest type of computer. (supercomputer)
2.
Computer equipment that can be seen or touched is called __________. (hardware)
3.
The computer on the network that manages the network resources is called a(n) __________.
(server)
4.
____________ is data that has been organized and processed. (Information)
5.
A(n) ____________ is a computer on a network that is not acting as a server. (node)
PROJECTS
CROSS-CURRICULAR—MATHEMATICS
Use the Internet or other resources to search for information on a famous woman mathematician.
Use the keywords women mathematician with one or two search engines, such as
www.google.com, www.yahoo.com, or www.ask.com. Prepare a two-page report on what you
discover.
Answers will vary.
CROSS-CURRICULAR—SCIENCE
Use the Internet and other resources to find information about wireless technology and computers
of the future. Prepare a two-page report describing what you found. Use www.ask.com to locate
resources for this report.
Answers will vary.
CROSS-CURRICULAR—SOCIAL STUDIES
Visit the Web site www.mrnussbaum.com/gamescode.htm#social and click the Social Studies
link. Play at least three of the social studies games. Prepare a one-page report describing the
games you played, why you selected those games, and then list three new facts you learned from
this exercise.
Answers will vary.
CROSS-CURRICULAR—LANGUAGE ARTS
The computer has influenced the way in which we communicate. Use the Internet and other
resources to find information on different methods of communication. Prepare a two-page report
on your findings.
Answers will vary.
WEB PROJECT
You are a member of a special group exploring the history of computers. Your instructor has
asked you to investigate the history of computing and report your findings to the class. You are to
research and report on significant contributors/contributions to the evolution of computing, using
the Internet and other resources. The Web site located at www.computerhistory.org/ is a good
starting point.
Answers will vary.
TEAMWORK PROJECT
Assume that your classroom has an existing network with six computers and an old, out-of-date
printer. Your classroom has just received five new computers and a new printer. One of the
computers is a server. Your teacher has asked that you and three of your fellow students create a
work plan and blueprint to implement the new computers into the existing network.
She would like answers to the following questions: What information and resources can
be shared? Will any other special hardware be required? Prepare a report on your
findings. Include any other information about networks you think will be helpful. Start by
using www.about.com or http://en.wikipedia.org and search for computer networks.
Programs, printers, hard drive space, and other devices can be shared. Answers will
vary as far as hardware – network could be wired or wireless; could require a
server or be peer-to-peer where there is no central server.
CRITICALThinking
The computer has influenced the way in which we communicate. Use the Internet and other resources
to locate information on how the computer has affected our methods of communications. What other
communication changes do you think could occur in the future? Explain how mobile devices could
become more popular and how you think these devices might influence our society. Write a two-page
report on your findings.
Answers will vary.
EXPLORINGGoogle
Gmail is a free Web mail service provided through Google. To create an account, complete the
following steps:
1.
Open your browser and type http://mail.google.com/mail/help/open.html in the Address
bar
2.
When the Welcome to Gmail screen is displayed, read the information provided on the page.
3.
Click the Create an account link.
4.
Type your first and last name and desired login name. Click the Check availability button to
verify that the name is available.
5.
When selecting a password, Google assists with a Password strength level – poor, fair, or
strong. Your goal is to create a strong password, which must be a minimum of eight
characters. Be sure to write down your password or send the password to yourself in an email message.
6.
If you are using a school computer or a computer other than your own, do not select the
“Remember me on this computer” or the “Enable Web History” check boxes.
7.
Select a Security Question that you are sure to remember. E-mail the answer to yourself.
8.
If you have another e-mail address, you can enter it into the Secondary e-mail text box.
However, this is not necessary or required.
9.
For Word Verification, type the characters displayed on the form.
10. Read the Terms of Service, and then click the I Accept. Create my account button.
11. An Introduction to Gmail page is displayed. Read the information on the page and then click
the I’m ready – show me my account link.
12. Click the Compose Mail link and send a message to your instructor or another classmate.
Print a copy of your message and submit it to your instructor.
For additional information, see http://mail.google.com/support.
Students should submit a printed copy of their e-mail message from Gmail.