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What is file compression? What are the two reasons why an individual might choose to compress files? What are two of the most popular compressed file types?

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File compression is the process of makin...

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Which of the following is an example of web development software?

A) Pro Tools
B) Premiere
C) Dreamweaver
D) InDesign

E) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

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List and define the typical components of a file hierarchy.

The purpose of an operating system is to manage the flow of data between hardware components and allow the user to communicate with the computer.

_________ is the process of scrambling your data or storage devices to make them unreadable by anyone who doesn't have the proper key.

_________ software enables users to create electronic slideshows that are used to present information.

A(n) _________ is just another name for an error in a program.

_________ software refers to any software that is created for the operation, maintenance, and security of a computer.

Federal _________ law gives software creators a variety of rights and privileges over their creative work.

Briefly describe four reasons why many companies decide to offer their software or apps for free.

Modern operating systems have a _________, allowing users to communicate via graphical elements on the screen.

The _________ is a temporary location for things that are being moved or copied.

Which of the following is an example of video editing software?

With the subscription model of software licensing, companies pay for software solely during the time an employee is actively using it.

A software _________ is a contract from the software creator that specifies the rules for using this software.

Programs that are based on _________ graphics record your images on a pixel by pixel basis and will typically save files in formats such as JPG, GIF, and PNG.

The operating system must be loaded before any other software during a computer's boot process.

Simply put, a computer _________ is an organized method for storing and retrieving information such as customers, employees, inventory, and sales records.

Many programmers today use a(n) _________, which is software that helps them build their computer programs.

After software is acquired, it must typically be installed before it can be used.