Southern New Hampshire University
IT -200 fundamentals of information technology
Questions and answers for milestone 7
1
Select the true statement about network protocols.
A protocol is a rule for transmitting data between
computing devices.
Every computer uses the same protocol to communicate,
regardless of the network type.
Protocols determine the best method for resolving errors with
data encryption.
The primary function of a protocol is to compress data to
reduce storage requirements.
RATIONALE
A protocol is a rule for transmitting data between devices. A protocol specifies how data is transmitted, but
does not resolve errors or process data. To communicate, connected devices must execute the protocol in the
same way, but there are different protocols for different networks.
CONCEPT
Introduction to Computer Networks
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2
In which of the following scenarios can a trademark be applied?
Erik uploads a new reaction video to his YouTube channel.
Tiffany records a sequence of three musical notes that appear
in every ad for a company.
Randy writes a guide on how to design your own jewelry
and publishes it online.
Paige creates a gluten-free dessert recipe and posts it on her blog.
RATIONALE
Copyright protects Paige, Randy, and Erik because they are the creators of specific content. Trademark protects
Tiffany's sequence of three musical notes because it is associated with the specific brand for a company.
CONCEPT
Copyright, Trademark and Intellectual Property
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3
Eva downloaded an audio file from a file-sharing website. The download contained a file that recorded her
computer usage without her knowledge or consent.
What should Eva do to remove the offending program, and prevent future attacks?
Eva should change her method of user authentication.
Eva should run an anti-spyware program.
Eva should run an antivirus program.
Eva should upgrade her system to WPA encryption.
RATIONALE
Eva should download and install a spyware removal program. These are often bundled with virus protection
software and firewalls, but are also available separately. Eva should also choose her downloads carefully. She must
download only from reputable companies that have posted disclosure statements for users to review.
CONCEPT
Network Security and Cybersecurity
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4
Genevieve is a student who attends classes at a campus in downtown Seattle. She often studies in the
library or student building on campus, where she accesses the Internet through the college's wireless
network.
Which network type is Genevieve using?
LAN
WAN
MAN
PAN
RATIONALE
A metropolitan area network (MAN) is a computer network that connects users with computer resources in a
geographic area that is larger than the area covered by a local area network (LAN), but smaller than the area
covered by a wide area network (WAN).
CONCEPT
Computer Network Types
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5
Amanda and her family recently moved into a new home. Everyone has their own tablet, and wants to connect
to the same network, no matter where they are in the house.
Which type of network is best for Amanda and her family?
PAN
LAN
WAN
MAN
RATIONALE
The most suitable network for Amanda and her family is a LAN (Local Area Network) because it connects devices
in a small area (e.g., a home or group of homes). A LAN would enable Amanda and other family members to take
their tablets anywhere in the house and remain connected.
CONCEPT
Computer Network Types
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6
Even though she knows that she should, Jacqueline cannot stop playing her favorite online game, and often
loses track of time while playing.
Which computer addiction symptom is Jacqueline experiencing?
Uncomfortable feelings
Neglect
Downplaying computer use
Lack of control
RATIONALE
Jacqueline is experiencing a lack of control. She is unable stop playing online games, even though she
understands that she should.
CONCEPT
Computer Addiction
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7
Select the true statement about the history of the Internet.
The creation of ARPANET enabled U.S. defense intelligence
agencies to predict the Soviet launch of Sputnik.
The first four nodes of ARPANET included Harvard, MIT,
Stanford, and the Department of Defense.
ARPANET was developed and delivered by Microsoft in 1965.
TCP/IP facilitates communication between networks running
on different protocols.
RATIONALE
Transmission-control protocol/Internet protocol (TCP/IP) is the basic communication language or protocol of the
Internet. It can also be used as a communications protocol in a private network (either an intranet or an
extranet).
The Advanced Research Projects Agency (ARPA) network was created in 1969, in response to the launch of Sputnik,
not in advance of it. The ARPA network was created by a private company named Bolt, Beranek, and Newman.
CONCEPT
The World Wide Web
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8
While Kari was searching the Internet, her computer was infected by a virus.
What problem can Kari expect as a result?
The virus will attach itself to the computer's RAM, then attach
itself to executable files in RAM.
A toolbar will be installed that redirects her Web browser to
pirated sites.
Her keystrokes will be recorded and used by hackers to steal her
personal and financial information.
The code will install software that looks useful but compromises
her system's security.
RATIONALE
A computer virus is a program that is usually hidden within another, seemingly-innocuous program. Viruses
produce copies of themselves, and insert those copies into other programs or files. Viruses usually perform a
malicious action (e.g., destroying data).
CONCEPT
Network Security and Cybersecurity
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9
A local public elementary school just set up internet access for their students as part of the federal E-rate
program. When defining the access students would have to different sites, they specifically blocked sites with
pornographic imagery.
In restricting the students' access to pornographic content, the school was abiding by which legislative act?
P2P
COPPA
TCP
CIPA
RATIONALE
The Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) requires organizations like public schools to block or filter a minor's
access to harmful content, such as obscene or pornographic pictures.
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Protecting Minors from Online Dangers
10
is a social media and microblogging site that enables users to post multimedia content to a
short- form blog.
Tumblr
Instagram
WhatsApp
QQ
RATIONALE
Tumblr is a popular microblogging platform for creative self-expression. Users post blog entries on a myriad of
topics. It is considered to be a alternative to Facebook and other social media websites. Instagram, QQ, and
WhatsApp are not blog-based platforms.
CONCEPT
Benefits and Risks of Social Media
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11
Which of the following can be controlled by copyright?
A new type of engine for pickup trucks
A writer’s new murder mystery on the New York Times bestsellers
list
The slogan for a business
The team logo for a minor league baseball team
RATIONALE
Neither the slogan for a business, a team name, nor a new type of engine can be controlled by a copyright.
Copyright protects original works of authorship including literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic works (e.g.,
poetry, novels, movies, songs, photographs, drawings, computer software, and architecture).
A slogan and a team name could be trademarked, and the engine could be patented.
CONCEPT
Copyright, Trademark and Intellectual Property
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12
Morris is a software engineer for a manufacturer. He wrote a program for the accounting department. During
the testing phase, he noticed that the software would occasionally return an erroneous result, but he decided
not to make modifications to the program because there were concerns about the project going over budget.
He decided that it was better for him to be seen as someone who could stay within budget, and rationalized
that the error was minor, and would not affect financial performance.
Which principle of the Software Engineering Code of Ethics has Morris violated?
Principle 8: Self
Principle 7: Colleagues
Principle 3: Product
Principle 6: Profession
RATIONALE
Morris violated the Product principle of the Software Engineering Code of Ethics. Software engineers shall ensure
that their products and related modifications meet the highest professional standards possible. Moreover, they
shall ensure adequate testing, debugging, and review of software and related documents on which they work.
CONCEPT
Professional Code of Ethics
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13
Select the true statement about HTML.
HTML defines blocks of text to receive URL instructions.
HTML stands for hidden transfer markup language.
HTML is a network protocol.
HTML enables users to format the components of a web page.
RATIONALE
HTML is a content-formatting language that enables users to specify the appearance and location of the
components of a web page. HTML uses code "tags" to apply formatting instructions to text and other content that
will be displayed on web pages.
CONCEPT
Website Development
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14
Select the scenario that demonstrates plagiarism.
Allison makes a video of herself using sound effects that she
clipped from the soundtrack of a popular action movie to market
her business.
Summer finds a recent magazine article about an issue that
she wants to discuss with her class, so she makes copies of it
for the students.
Joseph finds a written passage about a new idea to stop
cyberbullying and pastes it into his blog entry without giving
credit to its author.
CONCEPT
Ethical Behavior in the Digital World
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15
Which of the following is the basic functionality of network software?
User management
Automation management
Internet speed
Ethernet development
RATIONALE
Out of this list, the correct basic functionality of network software is user management. Network software
allows administrators to add or remove users from the network.
CONCEPT
Computer Network Components
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