GEC9-Midterm-Exam

What is one major disadvantage of ICT in the workplace?

• Job loss due to automation

• Increased productivity

• Enhanced data management

• Improved stock control

Which of the following should be avoided in professional online communication?

• Text talk and acronyms

• Proper grammar and spelling

• Concise messages

• Respectful tone

Why is typing in all capital letters considered inappropriate in online communication?

• It is seen as shouting

• It looks more professional

• It improves message clarity

• It emphasizes politeness

Which of the following is a best practice for protecting online privacy?

• Keeping usernames and passwords private

• Sharing your vacation plans on social media

• Forwarding emails without consent

• Posting financial details for transparency

What is the best way to emphasize words in an online message professionally?

• Use italics or bold text

• Type everything in capital letters

• Use a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters randomly

• Use excessive punctuation (e.g., "READ THIS!!!!")

What was the first-generation computer primarily made of?

• Integrated circuits

• Vacuum tubes

• Microprocessors

• Transistors

Which invention marked the beginning of the third-generation computers?

• Integrated Circuit

• Microprocessor

• Punch cards

• Vacuum tube

What major advancement was introduced in the fourth-generation computers?

• Very large-scale integration

• Artificial intelligence

• Transistors

• Ultra large-scale integration

Which generation of computers introduced the concept of artificial intelligence?

• Third-generation

• Fourth-generation

• Fifth-generation

• First-generation

Which component replaced vacuum tubes in the second-generation computers?

• Transistors

• Microprocessors

• Magnetic tapes

• Integrated circuits