Enthusiastic
Why were magnetic tapes used to replace punch cards in second generation computers?
Increased reliability
What did Ada Byron mean when she said that the Analytical Engine could never “originate anything”?
A machine could not think
How would a programming language that allows programs to run on any operating system be classified?
High level
What characteristic of electro-mechanical devices positively impacted their success?
Electricity use
What is the primary numbers system used in computers?
Binary
How does Visual Basic differ from BASIC?
Visual Basic is an object-oriented language and BASIC is not
The need to perform what tasks led to the development of the first mechanical devices?
Mathematical computations
The Stepped Reckoner was never mass-produced because:
It frequently jammed or malfunctioned, causing data reliability issues
What is the decimal representation of the binary number 1100?
12
What is the decimal representation of the binary number 10001?
17
How would a programming language composed of hexadecimal numbers that will only run on an IBM computer be classified?
Low level
What is the hexadecimal number 1A in binary form?
11010
What statement describes why the binary system is one of the four numbering systems used in computers?
Computers can only process electronic pulses which are equivalent to on and off pulses of electricity
The use of a hexadecimal numbering system in computers allows the computer to:
Use less disk space in storing data
Which act gives individuals the right to see information maintained about them?
Consumer Credit Reporting Reform Act of 1996
What statement best describes how World War II impacted computer development
The need for accuracy of military calculations for the trajectory of artillery shells led government to develop a computer
What is the binary representation of the decimal 42?
101010
Which law requires that a government authority have a subpoena, summons, or search warrant to access an individual’s financial records?
Right to Financial Privacy Acts of 1978
The information posted on the Social Security Administration website for public view and access is in compliance with which legislation?
Electronic Freedom of Information Act of 1996
Jamie is careful to use non-offensive language and to be considerate of the feelings of others when she sends email messages. What does this behavior exemplify?
Netiquette
To determine the level of the computer language, compare the language used to the:
Abstractions the language contains from machine code of 0s and 1s
A computer program that stores the names of 5,000 customers for a business would most likely be written in what language?
SQL
When comparing third and fourth generation computers, which statement best summarizes the comparison?
The inventions of integrated circuits in third generation computers led to the development of microprocessors in the fourth generation computer
Which act gives law enforcement the ability to monitor individual’s email and web activity?
Provide Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism (PATRIOT) Act of 2001
Which act requires federal agencies to develop, document, and implement an agency-wide program to provide information security?
Federal Information Security Management Act of 2002