1.can use a computer to perform taks in his or her field
2. is generally familiar with what a computer can do
Binary diigits (ones and zeroes) are used to represent...
1. words
2. music
3. graphics
A/An ______is a computer that can solve complex scientific equations and may be used for worldwide weather forecasting.
Supercomputer
A/An __________can generate a payroll for a large business. Several hundred users can access terminals at the same.
Mainframe
The type of input device that collects data directly from the environment and sends the data to the computer is called a_____It is uded in clinical monitoring devices.
Senor
Pointing devices include the ____
1. Mouse
2. trackball
3. light pen
An input device that reads printed text aloud is the _____
Kurzweil scanner
The actual manipulation of data inside the computer is performed by the ______
Processing Unit
Wi-Fi _____
1. is a wireless technology
2. allows you to connect to the Internet
In areas of the world that lack electricity and landlines, ______bring health information and help track the spread of disease.
1. Cell phones
2. PDAs
During the past few years, the use of ______technology (including cell phones and PDAs) has expanded.
Wireless
Standards governing communications are called_____
Protocols
The ______is a global network that connects many smaller networks.
Internet
The part of the Internet comprised of pages with hyperlinks to other pages is referred to as the _____
World Wide Web
The _____directs the operation of the computer in accordance with the programs instructions
Enbedded computers can be embedded in humans as well as appliances
True
IT includes not only computers but also networks and computer literacy
True
Information from reliable sites (such as the FDA) does not need to be checked.
False
A computer manipulates data by following the step by step instructions of a program
True
Hardware refers to the physical componenets of the computer
True
Another word for hardware is programs
False
Solid state memory devices include flash memor cards
True
The main circuit board of a computer is also called the motherboard
True
Application software controls the basic operations of the computer hardware including input and output
False
If you are using a computer to create a budget, you would need a world processing program
True
The binary number system uses two digits: 0 and 1
True
RFID tags can be incorporated into products; they send a wireless signal
True
Hospitals may use broadband connections for real-time consultations.
True
You are sure to get reliable medical information form the web
False
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Health Careers Chapter 1 Quiz Muliple Choice-True_False.txt