CSC 101 Introduction to Computers

Fall 2004

Exam 1

October 20, 2004

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Lecture Overviews

Directions:
  1. Open MS Word
  2. Select the ten questions and the extra credit questions below and cut and paste into the Word document
  3. Add a header with your name, "Exam 1", and the date
  4. Save the document
  5. Answer each question within the Word document immediately following each question
  6. Spell check the exam
  7. Printout a copy of the exam and turn it in.

Each question is worth 10 points. Partial credit will be given for partially correct answers.


 Compare and contrast raster graphics and vector graphics?


 What is a FAQ and where would you find one?


 Name and briefly describe three computer strengths.


 What is a GUI and why would someone want to use one?


 What is multimedia?


 What is a software suite and what is the advantages to using one?


 What does the TCP part of TCP/IP stand for?  How does TCP work.


 Name and briefly describe two ways like-minded groups of individual's can communicate on the Internet.


 Compare and contrast an ISP and an Information Service Gateway.



 Describe three programs that might be part of a software suite.


 

Extra Credit Questions

5 points each

  1. What is SPAM (in regards to the Internet)?
  2. Name one ingredient in Spam (the mystery meat kind)

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