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Self-Test #1 - Internet Savvy
Test your Internet savvy with these sample questions relating to the basics of Internet literacy. This is a 10 question Self-Test and it should only take you about 3 minutes to complete.
1. A software application such as Netscape or Internet Explorer is called what?
A. Web browser
B. Bookmark
C. Word Processor
D. Electronic microscope
2. An online service that connects you to the Internet is a(n)?
A. Portal Service Company (PSC)
B. Internet Service Provider (ISP)
C. Gateway Service Insurer (GSI)
D. Internet Gang Plank (IGP)
3. A computer program that invades your computer system, hides there, makes copies of (replicates) itself, and can possibly damage files on your system is called a(n)?
A. Hacker
B. Application
C. Clitch
D. Virus
4. A measurement of how much information can be transmitted at a given time over the Internet is?
A. Microwave length
B. Bandwidth
C. Megabytes
D. 5.25 Floppy
5. Additional documents included in an email are commonly called what?
A. Attachments
B. Forums
C. Postings
D. Links
6. Live communication over the Internet through an online service, where one person enters text, and it appears on one or more peoples screen(s) in "real time" (almost instantly) is called a(n)?
A. Western Union
B. Chat Session
C. Telecommunications
D. Modem link up
7. Text messages sent through a network to a specified individual or group is called a(n)?
A. Fax messages
B. Email messages
C. Pony Express
D. Sender
8. A word or phrase, which is emphasized in a hypertext document, acts as a pointer to related information, and is usually underlined with the text in a different color is a?
A. Connection
B. Link
C. Association
D. Missing
9. _____________ are discussion groups over the Internet that link a group of people together with common interests. You receive every message posted via email.
A. Postings
B. Listserves
C. Address Books
D. Roster Files
10. What is the Internet slang word for the unwritten rules of Internet courtesy?
A. U.S. Government Code: 7250
B. Correct Courtesy for the Internet
C. UNTs Guide to the Internet
D. Netiquette
Self Test #2 - Computer Savvy
Here, test your computer savvy with these sample questions relating to the basics of computer literacy. There are 10 questions to this Self-Test and it should only take you approximately 3 minutes to complete.
1. Software programs that you can download, copy, and use indefinitely at NO cost are called what?
A. Time share
B. Shareware
C. Freeware
D. Probe ware
2. What general term describes the physical equipment of a computer system, such as its video screen, keyboard, and storage devices?
A. Hardware
B. Input
C. Software
D. Output
3. For a sociology assignment, Fred needs to illustrate the demographics of students attending college with data and graphics. Fred would most likely use which of the following software applications?
A. Spreadsheet and statistical
B. Spreadsheet and database
C. Spreadsheet and Graphics
D. Clip art and drawing
4. Bryan has created a 10-page story but wants to print only the first two pages. Which printer command should he select?
A. From ______ to _____
B. Print all
C. Print preview
D. Page setup
5. What is a common term for a picture that can be pasted into a document?
A. Graphic
B. Clipboard
C. Annotation
D. Subscript
6. A word processor would be best suited to do which of the following?
A. Keep an account of money spent
B. Maintain an inventory
C. Type a research paper
D. Do a computer search in the media center
7. Moving text, graphics and or a table from one document to another document is a function of what two features?
A. Save and Copy
B. Plaster and Seal
C. Insert and File
D. Copy and Paste
8. What is the function of a disk drive?
A. To print sheets of paper
B. To read, write, and/or store information to a disk
C. To display information or pictures on a screen
D. To calculate numbers
9. The following are types of data that can be electronically transferred EXCEPT which one?
A. Text Files
B. Graphics Clips
C. Sound Clips
D. Floppy Disks
10. A utility that locates resources by hunting for keywords and phrases is called a(n)?
A. Nortons Navigator
B. Parallel Dimensions
C. Search Engine
D. My Web Resources
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