Chapter 3 - Discovering Computers 2011 - Mr. Tri Djoko Wahjono, Ir, M.Sc.
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Students Assignments - Checkpoint
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True/False
1. The categories of application software are mutually exclusive. (142)
TRUE
2. Public-domain software is available to the public for a fee. (143)
FALSE
3. To click a button on the screen requires moving the pointer to the
button and then pressing and holding down a button on the mouse (usually
the right mouse button). (144)
FALSE
4. A dialog box is a window that provides information, presents available options, or requests a response. (145)
TRUE
5. A font is a name assigned to a specific design of characters. (149)
TRUE
6. In a spreadsheet program, a function is a predefined formula that
performs common calculations such as adding the values in a group of
cells or generating a value such as the time or date. (151)
TRUE
7. Computer-aided design (CAD) software is a sophisticated type of
application software that assists a professional user in creating
engineering, architectural, and scientific designs. (160)
TRUE
8. Image stitching is the process of adjusting or enhancing image colors
and/or adding special effects such as shadows and glows. (161)
FALSE
9. Although many word processing programs include desktop publishing
(DTP) software features, users often prefer to create DTP documents
using DTP software because of its enhanced features. (168)
TRUE
10. Some Web sites require you to download software in order to run their Web applications. (172)
TRUE
11. Some communications software is considered system software because it works with hardware and transmission media. (174)
TRUE
12. An RSS aggregator includes time-stamped articles, or posts, in a
diary or journal format, usually listed in reverse chronological order.
(174)
FALSE
Multiple Choice
1. _____ is mass-produced, copyrighted retail software that meets the
needs of a wide variety of users, not just a single user or company.
(142)
Answer : a. Packaged software
2. _____ is a collection of individual programs available together as a unit. (156)
Answer : a. A software suite
3. _____ allows a user to plan, schedule, track, and analyze the events, resources, and costs of a project. (157)
Answer : b. Project management software
4. _____ software provides a means for sharing, distributing, and
searching through documents by converting them into a format that can be
viewed by any user.
Answer : c. Document management
5. _____ helps home and small business users create newsletters,
brochures, advertisements, postcards, greeting cards, letterhead,
business cards, banners, calendars, logos, and Web pages. (168)
Answer : c. Personal DTP software
6. With _____, you can view, organize, sort, catalog, print, and share digital photos. (169)
Answer : b. photo management software
7. A(n) _____ is an online area where users have written discussions. (174)
Answer : c. newsgroup/message board
8. _____ is the electronic equivalent of a user manual. (175)
Answer : b. Online Help
Matching
1. BUTTON (144) : f. small symbol on the screen that moves as you move the mouse
2. WINDOW (144) : e. rectangular area of the screen that displays data and information
3. TITLE BAR (144) : j. horizontal space that contains the window’s name
4. PASTING (149) : b. the process of transferring an item from a clipboard to a specific location in a document
5. CELL (151) : d. intersection of a row and column in a spreadsheet
6. DATABASE (153) : l. collection of data organized in a manner that allows access, retrieval, and use of that data
7. PDF (158) : a. popular file format that document management software uses to save converted documents
8. PERSONAL FINANCE SOFTWARE (166) : g. simplified accounting program
that helps home users and small office/home office users balance their
checkbooks, pay bills, track personal income and expenses, set up
budgets, manage home inventory, track investments, and evaluate
financial plans
9. ONLINE BANKING (166) : k. offers access to account balances, provides
bill payment services, and allows you to download monthly transactions
and statements from the Web directly to your computer
10. WEB APP (172) : c. Web site that allows users to access and
interact with software from any computer or device that is connected to
the Internet
Short Answer
1. Describe some types of utility programs.
A utility program is a type of system software that assists users with
controlling or maintaining the operation of a computer, its devices, or
its software. Utility programs typically offer features that provide an
environment conducive to successful use of application software.
A few example are:
Text editor: A text editor is a program that facilitates the creation
and correction of texts. This editor is used to type only text matter
.The text may be stored for future reference . Word processing and MS
word are the popular text editors
Debugging tool: Debugging tool is a program that helps to locate and
correct the errors that may occur in the program due to the incorrect
use of the syntax of that language.A dynamic debugging tool allows the
programmer to control program execution using video terminal while his
program is being executed.
File compression: You can use compression Agent to compress selected
files using the setting you specify. With Compression Agent you can save
disk space by compressing files,or improve performance by changing the
level of compression on your files.While files on your drive are being
to reflect how your disk space changes as file are moved from one
compression method to another.
Disk fragmentation: You can use disk Defragmenter to rearrange files and
unused space on your hard disk so that program run faster.You can also
start Disk Defragmenter by clicking start,pointing to program, etc
Disk cleanup: You can run Disk Cleanup to help you free up space on
your hard drive.Disk cleanup searches your drive,and then lists
temporary files, Internet cache files,and unnecessary program files that
you can safely delete. Start Disk Cleanup by clicking start,pointing to
programs,pointing to system Tools,and then clicking Disk Cleanup.
Backup: You can run Backup option to backup or restore files and
settings on your PC. Start Backup by clicking Start, pointing to
programs, pointing to Accessories, pointing to System Tools, and then
clicking Backup. After that , you will be guided Backup or restore
Wizard. Press two times Next button. Finally it will show you the
destination.
What is malware?
Malware is a program that acts without a user’s knowledge and deliberately alters the computer’s operations
2. What are the features of presentation software?
Slide show that consist of text, charts, and graphical images on a slide
with 3-D, animation, and other special effects such as shading,
shadows, and textures, checking, spelling, formatting, providing
research capabilities, recognizing handwritten text and drawings, and
creating Web pages from existing slide shows.
What types of media might a person use to enhance a presentation?
Microsoft PowerPoint, Apple Keynote, Corel Presentations
3. How is travel and mapping software used?
Users to view maps, determine route directions, and locate points of interest and also calculate mileage, time, and expense.
What are some examples of reference software?
Encyclopedia , dictionaries, and health/medical guides.
4. What is computer-based training (CBT)?
CBT is a type of education in which students learn by using and completing exercises with instructional software.
List a few examples of CBT usage.
Beginning athletes, for example, use CBT programs to learn the intricacies of baseball, football, soccer, tennis, and golf.
The military and airlines use CBT simulations to train pilots to fly in various conditions and environments
5. Describe how many Web sites utilize Web-based training.
There are many web sites that utilize web-based training, for example Microsoft e-learning.
There are many web sites that utilize web-based training, for example Microsoft e-learning.
What are some ways that e-learning enhances communications?
There are video conferencing, e-mail, blogs, wikis, newsgroups, chat rooms, and groupware.
