CSC 101 Introduction to Computers

Fall 2004

Exam 1

October 20, 2004

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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.


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


 What is a file?  Describe two types of files and the extension used to denote each type of file.


 Compare and contrast a mailing list and a newsgroup.


 Name four items commonly found on a Windows computer's desktop.


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


 What is a protocol?


 Name and briefly describe four functions of the operating system.


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


 What is a blog?



 What is a domain name?  How is a domain name related to an IP number?


 

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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