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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What single invention revolutionized the computer industry?

2. What do you learn after working at Data General for any period of time?

3. What is the first programming language that Alsing learns to use?

4. How many assembly language instructions does the Eclipse contain?

5. What is in the display case in the lobby?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Alsing's management style.

2. What made Alsing think that Holland was ideal for writing microcode?

3. What is the importance of the 32-bit computer?

4. What is the problem with West at the beginning of the chapter?

5. How does Tom change? When and why does he change?

6. What is the first NOVA?

7. Describe the weekly meetings Tom has with Wallach, Alsing, and Rasala.

8. Describe the game Adventure.

9. How does a computer appear to make sophisticated decisions?

10. How is the Microteam organized?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay describing the threat of cybercrime. Be sure to address:

1) The current trend in cybercrime, and common types.

2) Modern examples of cybercrime.

3) What we can do to prevent cybercrime.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay comparing and contrasting the high-stress life of a professional with the 'simple life.' Be sure to address:

1) Pros and cons of each lifestyle.

2) Whether or not you feel either lifestyle is the norm, and the consequences of either lifestyle becoming the norm.

3) Which lifestyle you would prefer and why.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay that will serve as the biography of Tom West. Be sure to address:

1) Important junctures in Tom's life.

2) The most important projects that Tom works on.

3) The influence and effect that Tom has upon those around him.

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