Computer Basics
12 - On Your Own: Quiz
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1. You can count on prices for computer-related products to _____.
rise faster than inflation.
stabilize to a consistent price now that the market is mature.
fall as newer, more advanced versions are released.
be totally unpredictable.
2. Which are examples of the hidden costs of owning a computer? a. operating system b. printer paper c. printer toner or ink d. mouse e. tape for backups
abcde
bcde
bce
e
3. The kind of software which you can try out before buying but which has major functions disabled is _____.
standard shareware
crippleware
liteware
freeware
4. The abilities your computer must have in order to run a certain program are called the _____.
system requirements
operating system
system details
minimum standards
5. An advantage to buying computer products from a large chain store is _____.
it usually easy to exchange or return products.
you get very personal service
the cheapest prices available
none over any place else.
6. The first step in installing software is _____.
read the manual
insert the installation disk in the correct drive, right side up
pray
start your uninstaller program
7. If your software starts behaving oddly, the first remedy to try is _____.
call the technical support number
go to the company's web site and read the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
reboot the computer
reinstall the program
8. To prepare ahead of time in case of damaged data you should _____.
keep your original install disks and documentation
use a UPS, uninterruptible power supply
run an antivirus program continually
backup the data
9. After installing software or hardware, you should _____ the installation guide.
save
save, until you are sure everything is working right
save for about 6 months
trash it since you won't need it again
10. A program which is an "upgrade version" _____.
merely adds features to an existing program
requires the presence of a previous version of the program to install
is a just a new version of a program
is a more advanced high-end type program
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