40 questions
It is likely that you will use vertical, not horizontal, applications for the schoolwork you do on the computer.
True
False
The most popular horizontal applications are known as personal productivity programs
True
False
Computer operating systems allow you to multitask by giving sections of memory to each application that is running.
True
False
When multitasking, you must close one program before you can switch to another one.
True
False
To prevent users from making illegal copies of beta software, a developer may add some form of copy protection to the program.
True
False
The word documentation refers to directions on how to install, use, or troubleshoot a program.
True
False
Because it is so easy to publish documents on a CD or Web site, computer programs do not include any sort of printed documentation.
True
False
A software developer's Web site might include a list of frequently asked questions, as well as other tools and information that can help you with a program.
True
False
A maintenance release is a new version of a program that includes minor new features or error corrections.
True
False
A site license gives an organization permission to install a program on a specific number of computers.
True
False
An application's title bar usually displays the application's name, as well as the name of the document you are using.
True
False
When you click a toolbar icon, a pull-down menu appears so that you can select a command.
True
False
Some programs automatically open certain files in protected mode.
True
False
Your zoom setting determines how large or small a document will appear when it is printed.
True
False
Choosing a preference will override a default setting in a computer program.
True
False
This type of application is designed for a very limited purpose.
Vertical application
Horizontal application
Diagonal application
Cross-platform application
This is a general-purpose program that meets the needs of many different users.
Vertical application
Horizontal application
Diagonal application
Hexagonal application
Which of the following programs is NOT considered a personal productivity program?
Word-processing program
Desktop-publishing program
Presentation program
Spreadsheet program
Which of the following programs is an example of a vertical application?
Spreadsheet application
Web browser
Graphics program
Medical billing program
This term means working with more than one computer application at the same time.
Multitasking
Multitasking
Multirunning
None of the above
When you multitask, each program you are using runs in a separate ________.
RAM
Processor
Window
Desktop
This is a version of a program that is used for testing while it is still in development.
Shareware
Beta
Vertical
Limited
This prevents beta software from being widely distributed.
Copying
Copyright
Copy protection
None of the above
Documentation is usually not available in this form.
Help screens
Web sites
Videos
When you correct a problem with a computer or program, you are said to be ________.
Troubling
Troubleshooting
Fixing
Any of the above
This is a file that you may be able to use to fix a problem with a software program.
Patch
Plug
Part
Piece
This term refers to a release of a software program, of which there may be many.
Beta
Limited trial
Version
Patch
If you aren't sure which version of a program you are using, you may be able to find out by looking here.
Help menu
File menu
Edit menu
View menu
By doing this, you can use a software program legally.
Copying
Troubleshooting
Registering
Multitasking
This part of a program's interface displays the document you are working on.
Application
Application desktop
Application workspace
Application workplace
This is a row of icons, which represent commonly used commands.
Title bar
Toolbar
Menu bar
Status bar
Most application programs include all of the following features EXCEPT ________.
Cut
Formulate
Copy
Paste
Many software programs display this below the application workspace.
Shortcut menu
Screen menu
Display menu
Status bar
This controls options that don't affect a document's printed size, but do affect the size of the document on the screen.
Size
View
Zoom
Magnify
This term refers to choices you can make about how a program works.
Preferences
Defaults
Options
Non of the above
A program used for restaurant management is an example of a(n) ________ application.
Vertical
Horizontal
A(n) ________ program is used to combine text and graphics to produce documents such as newsletters and brochures.
Desktop-publishing
Web-publishing
Application software frequently provides reference materials in ________ form, as part of the program or on a separate disc.
Analog
Electronic
Change to ________ view when you do not need to see features such as graphics or columns.
Preview
Draft
If a document is new and you haven't yet given it a name, the program may display a(n) ________ name in the title bar, such as Untitled or Document 1.
File
Placeholder