Important Computer MCQs For Competitive Exams part-1 | Set 16
1. A directory within a directory is called…….
Correct : D. Sub Directory
2. Why should you delete unknown e-mail
attachments?
Correct : D. it mights contains a virus that could hurt your computer
3. Selecting the Zoon command…………..
Correct : C. changes the magnification of the displayed document
4. Name the hardware equipment that a computer is made up of……..
Correct : C. monitor, the central processing unit (CPU), the keyboard, mouse, printer and modem
5. Where are programs and data kept while the processor is using them?
Correct : A. Main Memory
6. The name of the computer’s brain is……….
Correct : C. CPU
7. A(n)……….is a device that electronically processes data, converting it to information.
Correct : B. computer
8. Which of the following are computers that can be carried around easily?
Correct : D. Laptops
9. The secret code that restricts entry to some programs……….
Correct : A. password
10. The basic goal of computer process is to convert data into……….
Correct : C. information
11. Where is the disk put in a computer?
Correct : D. In the disk drive
12. A hard copy of a document is………..
Correct : A. printed on the paper
13. The name that the user gives to a document is referred to as………..
Correct : B. filename
14. Restarting a computer that is already on is referred to as……….
Correct : C. warm booting
15. E-mail (electronic mail) is………..
Correct : D. the transmission of messages and files via a computer network
16. The person who writes and tests computer programs is called a…………
Correct : C. software engineer
17. The information you put into the computer is called………..
Correct : B. data
18. The output devices make it possible to
…………
Correct : A. view or print data
19. A chat is……….
Correct : B. a typed conversation that takes place on a computer
20. The most common method of entering text and numerical data into a computer system is through the use of a……….
Correct : A. keyboard
21. Which of the following groups consists of only input devices?
Correct : D. Mouse, Keyboard, Scanner
22. An example of a telecommunication device is a :
Correct : C. Modem
23. Every component of your computer is either………..
Correct : B. hardware or software
24. A………..is a unique name that you give to a file of information.
Correct : B. filename
25. A………….contains specific rules and words that express the logical steps of an algorithm.
Correct : A. programming language
26. …………is the process of finding errors in software code.
Correct : C. Testing
27. A……….is a small hand-held computer that helps you surf the Web and perform simple tasks.
Correct : E. PDA
28. Most application software today comes with an interface called a(n)………..
Correct : A. graphical user interface
29. A website address is a unique name that
identifies a specific……….
Correct : C. Website
30. Which of the following is considered an input device?
Correct : A. Keyboard
31. ……………are bundles of related software packages that are sold together.
Correct : E. Software suites
32. The………..manual tells you how to use a software program.
Correct : D. user
33. Processors contain a control unit and a(n)
….…….
Correct : B. arithmetic logic unit (ALU)
34. You may be required to insert the program disc into the drive while you use, or……….., the software.
Correct : A. install
35. Which of the following is an example of connectivity?
Correct : E. Internet
36. How many bits are there in a byte?
Correct : E. 8
37. Which of the following is another name for a chip?
Correct : B. Integrated circuit
38. Decreasing the amount of space required to store data and programs is accomplished by
Correct : E. file compression
39. Data on a floppy disk is recorded in rings called………….
Correct : D. tracks
40. Documents on the Web are called…………
Correct : A. Web pages
41. The………..in an information system must be reliable and capable of handling the expected workload.
Correct : A. hardware
42. Which of the following is part of the system unit?
Correct : D. Memory
43. Specialized programs that allow particular input or output devices to communicate with
1569.Storage that retains its data after the power is turned off is referred to as…………
Correct : D. nonvolatile storage
44. An essential ingredient for effective multimedia presentations incorporates user participation or………..
Correct : C. interactivity
45. A device that copies or reproduces text and images is also called a(n) :
Correct : A. optical scanner
46. A CD-RW disk…………..
Correct : B. can be erased and rewritten
47. Which of the following are secondary storage devices?
Correct : A. Optical disks
48. You can have a live conversation with another connected user with………..
Correct : B. instant messaging
49. The rectangular area of the screen that displays a program, data, and/or information is a.
Correct : D. window
50. Video conferencing requires a microphone, speakers, and a………….attached to your computer.
Correct : C. video camera
51. The process of a computer receiving information from a server on the internet is known as…………
Correct : E. downloading
52. Any hardware component that allows you
to enter data or instructions into a computer is called a(n)…………..
Correct : E. input device
53. With………….the computer’s modem uses a standard telephone line to connect to the internet.
Correct : B. dial-up access
54. You must instruct the…………..to start the application software.
Correct : C. operating system
55. Incorrect information is generated by……... in the information system.
Correct : B. incorrect data
56. A portable, personal computer small enough to fit on your lap is called a…………
Correct : A. notebook computer
57. The new……….processor integrates the functions of a processor, memory and video card on a single chip.
Correct : C. system on a chip
58. A collection of computers and devices connected together via communications devices and transmission media is called a………..
Correct : D. network
59. ..……….services are available free at portals on the Web.
Correct : A. E-mail
60. Professional esigners can create sophisticated documents that contain text, graphics, and many colors using………. software.
Correct : D. desktop publishing (DTP)
61. Oracle is an example of…….application software.
Correct : A. database
62. A key that will erase information from the computer’s memory and characters on the screen……….
Correct : B. delete key
63. A disk’s content that is recorded at the time of manufacture and that cannot be changed or erased by the user is…………
Correct : C. read only
64. Arithmetic operations……….
Correct : D. include addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
65. Restarting a computer which is already
running is referred to as…………
Correct : C. rebooting
66. Terminal is………….
Correct : B. a point which data enters or leaves the computer
67. ………….is the process of dividing the disk into tracks and sectors.
Correct : B. Formatting
68. Computers that are portable and convenient for users who travel are known as………..
Correct : B. laptops
69. A computer’s type, processor, and operating system define its………..
Correct : D. speed
70. A series of statements explaining how the
data is to be processed is called……….
Correct : D. interpreter
71. ………..provides process and memory management services that allow two or more tasks, jobs, or programs to run simultaneously.
Correct : A. Multitasking
72. Which of the following is not true?
Correct : B. Chatting can only be done with a single person
73. To make the numeric pad act as directional arrows, you press the……….key.
Correct : A. num lock
74. The computer abbreviation KB usually means………….
Correct : C. Kilo Byte
75. If you open a menu and then decide you
don’t want to select an option after all, click the many title again or press the………key to close the menu.
Correct : D. Esc
76. ……….is a type of high-speed memory that a processor can access more rapidly than RAM.
Correct : A. Cache memory
77. To contact people using the Internet, you most often use their……..
Correct : B. e-mail addresses
78. The trend of digital electronic devices becoming smaller and increasingly powerful has fully supported the move to an increasingly………workforce.
Correct : D. mobile
79. ………….hard drives are permanently located inside the system unit and are not designed to be removed, unless they need to be repaired or replaced.
Correct : B. Internal
80. A barcode is a/an ………..code that represents data with bars of varying widths or heights.
Correct : C. optical
81. The Internet allows you to………….
Correct : D. All of these
82. Editing a document consists of reading through the document you’ve created, then………
Correct : D. deleting it
83. Which of the following controls the manner of interaction between the user and the operating system?
Correct : A. User interface
84. What type of software is most useful for the
creation of brochures, posters, and newsletters?
Correct : D. Desktop publishing software
85. The quickest and easiest way in MS-Word, to locate a particular word or phrase in a document is to use the …………..command.
Correct : B. Find
86. One or more defects or problems that prevent the software from working as intended or working at all is a(n)…………
Correct : A. bug
87. ……….shows the files, folders, and drives on your computer, making it easy to navigate from one location to another within the file hierarchy.
Correct : B. Windows Explorer
88. A program written in a high level language is referred to as……….
Correct : A. source code
89. In order to save an existing document with a different name you need to………..
Correct : B. Use the Save As Command
90. The piece of hardware that converts your computer’s digital signal to an analog signal that can travel over telephone lines is called a
……….
Correct : D. modem
91. ………..is the part of the computer that
does the arithmetical calculations.
Correct : D. ALU
92. A………..can make it easier to play games.
Correct : B. joystick
93. File extensions are used in order to……….
Correct : D. identify the file type
94. Passwords enable users to…………
Correct : C. retain confidentiality of files
95. Which of the following is an example of storage devices?
Correct : D. All of these
96. The……….folder retains copies of
messages that you have started but are not yet ready to send.
Correct : C. Drafts
97. Which of the following is an example of an optical disk?
Correct : A. Digital versatile disks
98. The main job of a CPU is to…………
Correct : D. both (a) and (c)
99. ……….are attempts by individuals to obtain confidential information from you to falsifying their indentity.
Correct : A. Phishing trips
100. An example of processing device would be
………..