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Test your knowledge of current industry events with the following quiz

1. Web radio stations protested against government-proposed royalty rates they say could lead to financial ruin for many in the industry. Stations joining in the protest broadcasted:

   a. A day of silence

   b. Music, periods of silence and public service announcements about the protest

   c. 24 hours of Kenny G, enough to make anyone beg for silence

2. Trendy timepiece manufacturer Fossil introduced a Palm-compatible Wrist PDA. The product launch is proof that:

   a. The PDA market is targeting younger consumers

   b. PDA manufacturers have more opportunities to team with non-wireless brands

   c. 12 years after the movie, “Dick Tracy” fever is finally spreading like wildfire

3. President Bush made his first visit to Silicon Valley, telling supporters, “This vital region reminds us that a lot of work needs to be done.” Translation:

   a. Until the high-tech sector recovers, the recession is not over

   b. The government must lift trade barriers for American technology to truly thrive worldwide

   c. The president is still only halfway through his copy of “PCs for Dummies”

4. A new survey of over 10,000 technology workers shows that average salaries have declined 8% to 11% in the past year. Median salary figures for select jobs:

   a. IT managers: $83,000/year

   b. IT staffers: $61,000/year

   c. Telecom trade magazine quizmasters: $5.15/hour

The above quiz offers a combination of news and entertainment, and should not be mistaken for either.