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 1.
The improvement of computer hardware theory is summarized by

which law.?
A.) Metcalf's law
B.) Bill's Law

C.) Moore's First Law
D.) Grove's law

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Answer: Option 'C'
Moore’s First Law
 2. The most widely used computer device is.
A.) Solid state disks
B.) External hard disk
C.) Internal hard disk
D.) Mouse
Show Answer
Answer: Option 'C'
Internal hard disk
Basic Computer Knowledge Quiz

 3. _______ are software which is used to do particular task.
A.) Operating system
B.) Program
C.) Data
D.) Software
Show Answer
Answer: Option 'B'
Program

 4. Who is father of modern computers?
A.) Abraham Lincoln
B.) James Gosling
C.) Charles Babbage
D.) Gordon E. Moore

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Answer: Option 'C'
Charles Babbage
 5. How many generations of computers we have?
A.) 6
B.) 7
C.) 5
D.) 4
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Answer: Option 'C'
5
 6. ________ controls the way in which the computer system functions and
provides a means by which users can interact with the computer.
A.) The operating system
B.) The motherboard
C.) The platform
D.) Application software

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Answer: Option 'A'
The operating system

 7. The difference between people with access to computers and the
Internet and those without this access is known as the:
A.) digital divide.
B.) Internet divide.

C.) cyberway divide.
D.) Web divide

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Answer: Option 'A'
Digital divide
1-Which of the following retains the information it’s storing when the power to the system is turned off?
(A) CPU
(B) ROM
(C) RAM
(D) DIMM
(Ans: B)
2-A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space is called?
(A) Wide Area Network
(B) Local Area Network
(C) Global Network
(D) Peer-to-Peer Network
(Ans: B)
3-Every computer connected to the Internet is identified by a unique four-part string, known as
(A) IP address
(B) Host name
(C) Domain name
(D) None of the above
(Ans: A)
4-ENIAC was the first general-purpose electronic computer. ENIAC stands for
(A) Electronic Network Interactive Analytic Computer
(B) Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer
(C) Electronic Network Integrated Analytical Computer
(D) Electronic Numerical Integrated Automatic Computer
(Ans: B)
5-Which of the following statement is correct?

(A) 1 KB = 1024 bytes
(B) 1 MB=2048 bytes
(C) 1 MB = 1000 kilobytes
(D) 1 KB = 1000 bytes
(Ans: A)
6-Which of the following memories must be refreshed many times per second?
(A) Static RAM
(B) Dynamic RAM
(C) EPROM
(D) ROM
(Ans: B)
7-.PNG refers to
(A) Image file
(B) Movie/animation file
(C) Audio file
(D) MS Office document
(Ans: A)
8-USB is a device used to store data and it stands for

(A) Unlimited Service Band
(B) Unlimited Serial Bus
(C) Universal Serial Bus
(D) Universal Service Bus
(Ans: C)
9- ______ is a technology that allows telephone calls to be made over computer networks like the Internet.
(A) VoIP
(B) GSM
(C) Modem
(D) CDMA
(Ans: A)
10-To identify TCP/IP errors such as connection problems ______ command can be used
(A) FTP
(B) Ping
(C) POP3
(D) STP
(Ans: B)
11-A program that runs in the background on your computer, sending information about your browsing
habits to the company that installed it on your computer is called as
(A) Pop-ups
(B) Adware
(C) Grayware
(D) Spyware
(Ans: C)
12-Software is a set of programs, which is designed to perform a well defined function and there are two types
of software, application and system. The following are all application software except for
(A) Microsoft Word
(B) Microsoft Excel
(C) Microsoft Power Point
(D) Microsoft Windows
(Ans: D)
13-1 Gigabyte (GB) is equal to
(A) 1024 bytes
(B) 1024 KB
(C) 1024 MB
(D) 1024 TB
(Ans: C)
14-The fourth generation computers are based on

(A) Transistor
(B) Integrated circuit
(C) VLSI microprocessor
(D) ULSI microprocessor
(Ans: C)
15-All the following are computer input devices except for

(A) Keyboard
(B) Printer
(C) Mouse
(D) Joy Stick
(Ans: B)
16-A CD-RW has a speed rating of 12x 10x 32x. What do the three numbers refer to in order?
(A) Write, rewrite, read
(B) Read, write, rewrite
(C) Rewrite, read, write
(D) Write, read, rewrite
(Ans: A)
17-The information stored in ______ is erased when the computer is turned off
(A) ROM
(B) RAM
(C) BIOS
(D) CPU
(Ans: B)
18-Malware is the short form for malicious software and used to refer to
(A) Spyware
(B) Worm
(C) Virus
(D) All of the above
(Ans: D)
19-What is the best way to protect your hard drive data?

(A) Scanning
(B) Backup
(C) Defragmentation
(D) Delete junk
(Ans: B)
20-The following device is used to connect two systems using different protocols
(A) Modem
(B) Repeater
(C) Gateway
(D) Bridge
(Ans: C)
21-The computer language used for artificial intelligence is
(A) FOTRAN
(B) PROLOG
(C) C
(D) COBOL
(Ans: C)
22-Open source software is software whose source code is available for modification or enhancement by
anyone. Which of the following is an example of open source software?
(A) Adobe Photoshop
(B) Microsoft Word
(C) Libre Office
(D) Skype
(Ans: C)
23-JPEG seen with the .jpg or .jpeg filename extension is commonly used method for compression of digital
images. What does JPEG stand for?
(A) Joint Picture Encoding Graphics
(B) Joint Photographic Experts Group
(C) Joint Photo Edit Grid
(D) Joint Picture Express Grid
(Ans: B)
24-A “URL” is a formatted text string used by web browsers, email clients and other software to identify a
network resource on the Internet. It stands for
(A) Universal Resource Link
(B) Uniform Resource Locator
(C) Unlimited Resource Locator
(D) Universal Reference Link
(Ans: B)
25-SD Card is a memory cards used in electronic equipments including digital cameras and cell
phones. What does SD stands for?
(A) Secure Digital
(B) Scan Disk
(C) Short Drive
(D) Slot Disk
(Ans: A)
26-A byte is equivalent to
(A) 2 bits
(B) 6 bits
(C) 8 bits
(D) 10 bits
(Ans: C)
27-A standard computer keyboard has how many keys?

(A) 84
(B) 94
(C) 104
(D) 114
(Ans: C)
28-HTTP stands for:

(A) Hyper Text Transfer Protocol
(B) Hyper Timed Text Protocol
(C) Hopper Transfer Text Protocol
(D) Hopper Text Timer Protocol
(Ans: A)
29-The capacity of 3-1/2 inch floppy is:

(A) 1.33MB
(B) 1.44MB
(C) 1.34MB
(D) 1.43MB
(Ans: B)
30-A character has how many bits:

(A) 4
(B) 8
(C) 12
(D) 16
31-A program that allows us to do specific tasks is:
(A) Application software
(B) System software
(C) Windows 2000
(D) Windows Xp
(Ans: A)
32-In a computer network which device acts as a traffic cop:

(A) Router
(B) Hub
(C) Switch
(D) Modem
(Ans: C)
33-The computer you are controlling or working via a network is called?
(A) Remote computer
(B) Local computer
(C) Host computer
(D) Personal Computer
(Ans: A)
34-WYSIWYG is an acronym for what?

(A) What You Saw Is What You Got
(B) What You See Is What You Get
(C) What You Seen Is What You Gotten
(D) What You Sow Is What You Get
(Ans: B)
35-Which protocol sends electronic mail?

(A) Outlook Express
(B) POP3
(C) FTP
(D) SMTP
(Ans: D)
36-What type of connector is used to plug a telephone line into a modem?

(A) COM1
(B) RJ-45
(C) RJ-11
(D) RJ-10
(Ans: C)
Questions and Answers

 1.
The Operating System is a :
o A.
System Software
o B.
Application Software
o C.
Utility Software
o D.
Malware
 2.
Files are Organized in:
o A.
RAM
o B.
Cache
o C.
Directories
o D.
None of the above
 3.
Computer Hardware is:
Discuss
o A.
A medium for Data Communications
o B.
A Physical Device that driven by data
o C.
A Physical Device Driven by software
o D.
All of the Above
 4.
Two types of Networks are :
Discuss
o A.
WAN and LAN
o B.
WAN and LAN
o C.
TAN and CAN
o D.
All of the above
 5.
The Window’s Desktop is:
Discuss
o A.
An area that is used for viewing documents
o B.
An area that organizes your documents
o C.
An area that gives you quick access to files
o D.
All of the Above
 6.
A graphic artist would use:
o A.
Accounting Software
o B.
Word Processing Application

o C.
Graphics Presentation Software
o D.
Antivirus Software
 7.
Backing up of computer data is the process of:
Discuss
o A.
Reversing the files stored on the hard drive
o B.
Putting your computer in the back of the room
o C.
Storing an extra copy of data on the hard disk
o D.
Storing an extra copy on an external storage device
 8.
The process of carrying out a command is called:
o A.
Fetching
o B.
Controlling
o C.
Storing
o D.
Executing
 9.
A Database is used to:
o A.
Store and Organize data in records
o B.
Store and Organize papers
o C.
Store and Organize records in files
o D.
Store and Organize records in fields
 10.
ABC Super Market has a new inventory system, what type of software is
managing it?
Discuss
o A.
Communications Software
o B.
System Software
o C.
Accounting Software
o D.
Database Software
 11.
Electronic mail is best used to:
o A.
Send and Receive messages over a network
o B.
Send and Receive messages via the Internet
o C.
Send and Receive messages via radio waves.
o D.
A and B
 12.
The term Icon refers to:
o A.
A Picture of symbol that represents a command
o B.
A Photograph
o C.
A Leader
o D.
A Symbol of Power
 13.
Word Processing and Desktop Publishing are Applications
o A.
True
o B.
False
 14.
What does the “R” in RAM stands for?
o A.
Rewrite
o B.
Read
o C.
Readable
o D.
Random
 15.
Which of the following is a multi-user, multi-tasking Operating System?
o A.
MSDOS
o B.
Windows 95/98
o C.
UNIX
o D.
Utility Software
 16.
Which one of the following applications is used to manage non-numeric lists?
o A.
Database Management System
o B.
Spreadsheet
o C.
Graphics Software
o D.
Microsoft Disk Operating System
 17.
Raw facts such as letters, words and sounds are called:
o A.
Commands
o B.
Data
o C.
User Response
o D.
Programs
 18.
The first electronic digital computer was built in the:
o A.
1920’s
o B.
1940’s
o C.
1960's
o D.
1970's
 19.
Modem is short for:
o A.
Modulation Demolition
o B.
Modulator Demodulator
o C.
A and B
o D.
None of the above
 20.
The Main directory is otherwise called the _____________?
o A.
Truck Directory
o B.
C directory
o C.
Root Directory
o D.
LAN Directory
 21.
Software development is most often done by:
o A.
Analyst
o B.
Programmer
o C.
End User
o D.
None of the Above
 22.
C++ is a Programming Language
o A.
True
o B.
False
 23.
DVD stands for ______________
o A.
Digital video data
o B.
Direct video
o C.
Digital versatile disc
o D.
Direct vertical disc
 24.
GUI Stands for ____________________
o A.
Graphical User Interface
o B.
Greater User Interface
o C.
Graphical Utility Icon
o D.
Graphical Utility Interface
 25.
The special formatting language used to create Web Pages is called:
o A.
HTML
o B.
COBOL
o C.
Perl
o D.
JAVA
 26.
Skyquest Inc has a large science and research facility. They hope to improve
their systems performance and simulations, the types of computers they are
using are: I) Work Stations II) Terminals III) Main Frame IV) Super Computers
o A.
I and IV
o B.
II and III
o C.
I and III
o D.
I only
 27.
An example of an Input device is a:
o A.
Digital Camera
o B.
Plotter
o C.
Optical Disc
o D.
Monitor
 28.
An example of an Output device is a:
o A.
Scanner
o B.
Plotter
o C.
Tapes
o D.
Software
 29.
The Stages of Storage are:
o A.
Primary, Secondary and Tertiary
o B.
Primary, Secondary, and Memory
o C.
Primary and Secondary
o D.
None of the above
 30.
The most popular device for computer games is called:
o A.
Track Ball
o B.
Touch Screen
o C.
Glide Pad
o D.
Joystick
 31.
Multimedia is similar to Multi-Tasking
o A.
True
o B.
False
 32.
A computer Virus is a malicious program that affects the computer
o A.
True
o B.
False
 33.
Which of the following is required to access the internet from a home location?
Discuss
o A.
Access to an Internet node or a service provider
o B.
Access to a LAN
o C.
Access to a mainframe computer
o D.
D) An E-mail address d) An E-mail address d) An E-mail address An Email Address
 34.
ISP Stands for Internet Service Provider
o A.
True
o B.
False
 35.
The main difference between a super computer and a main frame is
o A.
Processing speed and memory size
o B.
Architecture
o C.
Architecture
o D.
Number of users
o E.
All of the above
 36.
The WWW and the INTERNET are the same thing
o A.
True
o B.
False
 37.
1024 KB make 1MB
o A.
True
o B.
False
 38.
Diagnosis Software is used to:
o A.
Monitor activity and health of software
o B.
Heal the sick
o C.
Stop Viruses
o D.
Format a disk
 39.
The size of the computer’s memory is measured by the number of:
o A.
Memory Space
o B.
Bytes
o C.
RAM
o D.
ROM
 40.
In Spread Sheets values, formulas and Labels are stored in :
o A.
Ranges
o B.
Functions
o C.
Labels
o D.
Cells
 41.
The keyboard is output Device used to input data to the computer
o A.
True
o B.
False
 42.
In Word Processing to Embolden means:
Discuss
o A.
To increase the size of the font
o B.
To Render the font
o C.
To increase the outline of the font
o D.
None of the Above

 43.
Networks are always connected in the same building
o A.
True
o B.
False
 44.
ENIAC stands for:
o A.
Electronic Networks Integrated Ace Computer
o B.
Electronic Numerical Integration and Calculation
o C.
Electronic Numerical Integer And Computing
o D.
Electronic November Is A Crossing
 45.
Micro Computers are:
o A.
Devices that are only seen by a microscope
o B.
Large and Complex Machines for I/O processing
o C.
Single user devices used in Small Home Office Environment

o D.
None of the above
 46.
A Network is:
o A.
Series of communication point connected by a nodes
o B.
A Series of points or nodes interconnected by communication paths
o C.
Series of nodes connecting paths and interconnections
o D.
A path on a Series of interconnecting points
 47.
The WWW is:
o A.
World Wide Wig of collections
o B.
World Wide WAN of Computers
o C.
World Wide Web
o D.
None of the above
 48.
A byte is a:
o A.
Scar that is inflicted by an animal of some kind
o B.
Single unit of a megabyte
o C.
Representation of a single character
o D.
All of the Above
 49.
When it comes to database Records are:
o A.
Devices that store music
o B.
A combination of related fields
o C.
A storage system
o D.
None of the above
 50.
The primary key is software used to open virtual doors
o A.
True
o B.
False
 51.
Which storage device is considered portable?
o A.
Hard Disk
o B.
Magnetic Tape
o C.
Flash Drive
o D.
ROM
 52.
A web portal is
o A.
A website that manage programs
o B.
A website that find information on other websites
o C.
A sports website
o D.
An all in one web resource and communication hub
 53.
Which of the following is true regarding deleted files in Windows?
o A.
Once the files have been deleted, there is no scope left for recovering them
o B.
The last 100 files that have been deleted can be recovered
o C.
The deleted files are sent to a Recycle Bin
o D.
None of the Above
 54.
You are preparing a letter in Notepad and your computer reboots without your
saving the file, can you recover what you had written?
o A.
Yes
o B.
No
 55.
Which of the following are extensions of graphics files?
o A.
.BMP
o B.
.TXT
o C.
.DOC
o D.
.EXE
1. Which of the following languages is more suited to a structured program?
A. PL/1
B. FORTRAN
C. BASIC
D. PASCAL
E. None of the above

Answer: Option D
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2. A computer assisted method for the recording and analyzing of existing or hypothetical systems
is
A. Data transmission
B. Data flow
C. Data capture
D. Data processing

Answer: Option B
Explanation:
3. The brain of any computer system is

A. ALU
B. Memory
C. CPU
D. Control unit

Answer: Option C
Explanation:
4. What difference does the 5th generation computer have from other generation computers?
A. Technological advancement
B. Scientific code
C. Object Oriented Programming
D. All of the above

Answer: Option A
Explanation:
5. Which of the following computer language is used for artificial intelligence?

A. FORTRAN
B. PROLOG
C. C
D. COBOL

Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Prolog is a general purpose logic programming language associated with artificial intelligence
and computational linguistics.
 1. The improvement of computer hardware theory is summarized by

which law.?
A.) Metcalf's law
B.) Bill's Law

C.) Moore's First Law
D.) Grove's law

Show Answer
Answer: Option 'C'
Moore’s First Law

 2. The most widely used computer device is.
A.) Solid state disks
B.) External hard disk
C.) Internal hard disk
D.) Mouse
Show Answer
Answer: Option 'C'
Internal hard disk

 3. _______ are software which is used to do particular task.
A.) Operating system
B.) Program
C.) Data
D.) Software
Show Answer
Answer: Option 'B'
Program

 4. Who is father of modern computers?
A.) Abraham Lincoln
B.) James Gosling
C.) Charles Babbage
D.) Gordon E. Moore

Show Answer
Answer: Option 'C'
Charles Babbage
 5. How many generations of computers we have?
A.) 6
B.) 7
C.) 5
D.) 4
Show Answer
Answer: Option 'C'
5
 6. ________ controls the way in which the computer system functions and
provides a means by which users can interact with the computer.
A.) The operating system
B.) The motherboard
C.) The platform
D.) Application software

Show Answer
Answer: Option 'A'
The operating system

 7. The difference between people with access to computers and the
Internet and those without this access is known as the:
A.) digital divide.
B.) Internet divide.
C.) cyberway divide.
D.) Web divide

Show Answer
Answer: Option 'A'
 8. All of the following are examples of real security and privacy risks
EXCEPT:
A.) Viruses
B.) Hackers
C.) Spam
D.) Identity theft.

Show Answer
Answer: Option 'C'
Spam

 9. The term 'Pentium' is related to
A.) DVD
B.) Hard Disk

C.) Microprocessor
D.) Mouse
Show Answer
Answer: Option 'C'
Microprocessor
 10. What does HTTP stands for?
A.) Head Tail Transfer Protocol
B.) Hypertext Transfer Protocol
C.) Hypertext Transfer Plotter
D.) Hypertext Transfer Plot

Show Answer
Answer: Option 'B'
Hypertext Transfer Protocol

 11. ……….is the process of dividing the disk into tracks and sectors.
A.) Allotting
B.) Crashing
C.) Formatting
D.) Tracking
Show Answer
Answer: Option 'B'
Formatting
 12. Which computer memory is used for storing programs and data
currently being processed by the CPU ?
A.) Internal memory
B.) Mass memory

C.) Non-volatile memory
D.) PROM
Show Answer
Answer: Option 'A'
Internal memory

 13. What type of software creates a smaller file that is faster to transfer
over the Internet?
A.) Compression
B.) Fragmentation
C.) Encapsulation
D.) Unzipped
Show Answer
Answer: Option 'A'
Compression
 Tit-Bits
* Enter key is an alternative to press OK button
* Shift key is used in combination with other keys, so this is also called
combination key.
* Caps lock and num lock keys are called as 'toggle keys' because when
pressed, they toggle or change their status from one state to another.
* Numeric keypaid is used only, when the num lock key is in active state.
 14. Which of the following is used for close a tab on a browser?
A.) Ctrl + Y
B.) Ctrl + A
C.) Ctrl + W
D.) Ctrl + T
Show Answer
Answer: Option 'C'
Ctrl + W
 15. Which of the following is NOT a component of the Central
Processing Unit of the computer?
A.) Universal Serial Bus
B.) Uninterrupted Power Supply
C.) CU
D.) Both A & B

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Answer: Option 'D'
 16. When cutting and pasting, cutting section is temporarily stored in
A.) Dashboard
B.) Clipboard
C.) Hard drive
D.) Diskette
Show Answer
Answer: Option 'B'

Clipboard
 17. You can move between two or more Excel files opened by using
the
A.) ctrl + tab

B.) ctrl + page up
C.) ctrl + page down
D.) ctrl + F9
Show Answer
Answer: Option 'A'

ctrl + tab

 Memory is of three types
* Cache Memory
* Primary Memory
* Secondary Memory
Cache Memory
* Cache memory is a very high-speed semiconductor memory which
can speed up CPU. It acts as a buffer between the CPU and main
memory.
Primary Memory (Main Memory)

1. Primary memory holds only those data and instructions on which
computer is currently working.
2. It has limited capacity and data is lost when power is switched off.
3. It is generally made up of the semiconductor device.
4. The data and instruction require being processed reside in main
memory.
There are two sub-categories ROM and RAM in Primary memory.
 18. To open find window.
A.) F1
B.) F2
C.) F3
D.) F5
Show Answer
Answer: Option 'D'

F5
 19. ______ Is the execution of at least two different programs

simultaneously,
A.) Multiprocessing
B.) Multi programming
C.) Recovery
D.) Integrity
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Answer: Option 'A'

Multiprocessing
 20. __________ Is a mechanism by which all the content in a specified

storage areas are written as output.
A.) Scheduling
B.) Logging
C.) Chumping
D.) Dumping
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Answer: Option 'D'

Dumping

 Tit-Bits
* Machine cycle is defined by the time, it takes to fetch two operands
from registers. It perfoems the ALU operation and stores the result in
a register.
* Pipelining improves execution speed by putting the execution
steps of several instructions into parallel. It is also called instruction
prefetch.
* Sockets are the connecting points of chip on the motherboard.
* Generally, Word Computer refers to the central processing unit
plus external memory.
* Load Instruction is used for loading data into CPU accumulator
register from memory.
* The box that comes along with your desktop computer in which all
the electronic components of your computer are contained is called
system unit.
 21. The first generation computers used ____________ for circuitry.
A.) Vacuum tube

B.) Transistors
C.) Integrated Circuits
D.) Large Scale Integration

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Answer: Option 'A'

Vacuum tube
 Important Computer Knowledge – Development of computer

Abacus
Abacus is known to be the first mechanical calculating device.
Which was used to be performed addition and subtraction easily and
speedily.
Abacus is made up of the wooden frame in which rod where fitted
across with rounds beads sliding on the rod.
Pascal Calculator
In the year 1642, Blaise Pascal a French scientist invented the adding
machine called Pascal’s calculator, which represents the position of
the digit with the help of gears in it.
Analytical Engine
A scientist from England knows to be Charles Babbage invented such
the machine.
This device is known as Analytical engine and it is the first
mechanical computer.
It includes such feature which we use in today’s computer language.
For this great invention of the computer, Sir Charles Babbage is also
known as the father of the computer.
 22. He period of First generation computers is
A.) 1940-1956
B.) 1940-1958
C.) 1950-1960
D.) 1960-2000
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Answer: Option 'A'

1940-1956
 Father of the computer – Charles Babbage.
Father of the modern computer – Alan Turing.
The first computer for the home user introduced – IBM in 1981.
Basic Architecture of Computer: John Von Neumann (1947-49).
First Programmer: Lady Ada Lovelace (1880).
First Electronic Computer: ENIAC (1946) – J.P. Eckert & J.W. Mauchly.
Full form of Computer:

* C – Commonly
* O – Operated
* M – Machine
* P – Particularly
* U – Used for
* T – Technical
* E-Education
* R – Research
 23. He period of Second generation computers is
A.) 1956-1964
B.) 1956-1963
C.) 1957-1970
D.) 1958-1963
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Answer: Option 'B'

1956-1963

 Computer – An Introduction
* A computer is a device that can receive process and store data.
* However, all computers have several parts in common:
* Input devices allow data and commands to the computer (Mouse,
Keyboard etc.)
* Memory for storing commands and data.
* Central Processing Unit which controls the processing.
* Monitor Process the information in the form of output.
Characteristics of Computer
* Speed
* Accuracy
* Storage
* Diligence
* Versatility
* Automation
Peripheral Devices
* The peripheral device connects to a computer system to add
functionality. Examples are a mouse, keyboard, monitor, printer and
scanner.
* A computer peripheral is a device that connects to a computer but
is not part of the core computer architecture.
* The core elements of a computer are the central processing unit,
power supply, motherboard and the computer case that contains
those three components.
Types of Peripheral Devices

* There are many peripheral devices, but they fall into three general
categories:
* Input devices, such as a mouse and a keyboard
* Output devices, such as a monitor and a printer
* Storage devices, such as a hard drive or flash drive
Types of Operating System

1. A real - time Operating System is a multi tasking Operating System
that aims at executing real time applications.
2. Real - time processing responds to input instantly.
3. An Operating System which allows multiple users to access a
computer system concurrently is known as multi user operating
system.
4. When the Operating System allows the execution of multiple tasks
at one time, it is classified as a multi tasking Operating System.
5. A distributed Operating System manages a group of independent
computers and makes them appear to be a single computer.
6. Embedded Operating Systems are designed to be used in
embedded computer systems.
7. Examples of embedded Operating Systems are Windows 10,
UBUNTU and Mac OS X yosemite.
8. Multi processing Operating System supports running a program on
more than one CPU.
9. Multi threading Operating System allows different parts of a single
program to run concurrently.
 24. He period of Third generation computers is
A.) 1964-1974
B.) 1964-1977
C.) 1964-1975
D.) 1970 Above

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Answer: Option 'C'

1964-1975

 RAM :
The RAM (random access memory) is the place in a computer where
the operating system, application programs, and data in current use
are kept.
RAM is much faster to read from and write to than the other kinds of
storage in a computer, the hard disk, floppy disk, and CD-ROM.
It has two parts:
A. SRAM: Static Random Access Memory
B. DRAM: Dynamic Random Access Memory.
ROM:
As the name suggests ROM, stores information that can only be read.
Modifying it is impossible or very difficult.
ROM is also a type of non-volatile storage, which means that the
information in it stays even if the computer loses power.
This is another type of ROM that is impossible or difficult to change.
PROM
– Programmable Read Only Memory.
EPROM
– Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory.
EEPROM
– Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory.
 25. e period of Fourth generation computers is
A.) 1975-1995
B.) 1975-1989
C.) 1975-2000
D.) None of these

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Answer: Option 'B'

1975-1989
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1. How regularly will you be able to log on to the Internet to work on this
a) Only once a week.

b) At least twice a week.
c) Probably once every two weeks.
d) I don't know for sure.
2. Do you know how to use a web browser (Firefox, Chrome or Internet E

around the internet?
a) Yes. I browse the internet frequently.

b) Somewhat. I have not had much exposure to it.
c) I have only seen my friends use it.
d) No, but I am willing to learn.
3. Do you know how to use a standard word processor such as Microsoft

Pages?
a) Yes. I am pretty comfortable with word processing.

b) Somewhat. I rely on the help of lab aides.
c) I don't know the name of my word processor.
d) No. I prefer my typewriter.
4. Do you have basic knowledge of email?
a) Yes. I have an email account.

b) No, but I can learn.
c) No. I prefer "snail mail."
d) I don't know how email works.
5. How comfortable are you working with computers?
a) I find working with computers interesting.

b) I always seem to mess up my system's settings.
c) I don't like computers, but I understand that they are important tod
d) I am not sure how I feel about technology.
6. How will you handle the situation if your computer (or software) break
some point during the course?
a) I expect my instructor to be understanding and give me extensions

b) I will get it fixed immediately and will use another system in the m
c) I cannot afford for things to go wrong.
d) Nothing will go wrong. I have good equipment.
7. Can you meet deadlines without needing frequent prodding?
a) I tend to fall behind most of the time.

b) I am a terrible procrastinator.
c) I generally meet my deadlines.
d) It depends on whether or not I like the project.
8. Will you be able to set aside some time to participate in weekly online
a) Yes. I have budgeted time for this course.

b) Not weekly. I am too busy.
c) Maybe. My schedule varies from week to week.
d) I do not know for sure.
9. How capable are you of determining main ideas and concepts when rea
college textbooks?
a) I am a good reader.
b) I prefer listening to reading about things.
c) I have to hear information in order to retain it.
d) I usually don't remember what I read.
e) I don't know the level of my reading skills.
10. Are you a self-motivated, independent learner?
a) I find studying alone a positive challenge.

b) I need the stimulation of a group.
c) I like working alone, but I need frequent prodding.
d) It depends on the season.
11. Which of the following describes your time management skills?
a) I need to be reminded of deadlines.

b) For the most part, I get things done on time.
c) I often miss deadlines because I am doing too much.
d) I am not very organized with my time.
12. How much time do you expect to spend studying for this course?
a) I can dedicate about four to six hours a week for studying.

b) The same amount as attending and studying for a traditional cours
c) Less time since the class does not meet.
d) I do not know what to expect.
13. How good are you at following directions on assignments?
a) I like it when instructors go over homework directions verbally.

b) I have difficulty understanding directions and frequently need clar
c) I can read and follow directions on my own.
d) I cannot follow directions very well.
14. Do you know how to turn your system on and off properly?
a) Yes. I know my system's "shut down" process.

b) Yes. I just press the power switch.
c) No, but I am willing to learn.
d) I am not sure what you mean by "properly."
15. Are you comfortable using a mouse?
a) Yes.
b) Somewhat, but I need to work on it.
c) No, I prefer using the keyboard.
d) I don't like rodents.
16. How good are your keyboarding skills?
a) I am a decent typist. I type my own work.

b) I use the "hunt and peck" approach; it's painfully slow, but I get th
c) I have others type my papers for a small fee. :-)
d) I am an awful typist!
17. Are you comfortable with file management on your computer, such a
around different directories and drives, saving files, or deleting files?
a) Yes. I am pretty comfortable.

b) Somewhat. I cannot always find my files.
c) No, but I can get help from friends or family members.
d) No, but I am a quick learner.
18. Have you used a browser to surf the internet?
a) Yes. I spend quite a bit of time on the internet.

b) Some. My friends seem to spend endless hours on it.
c) Very little, but I can learn how to use it.
d) I don't know what you mean by "browser."
19. How will you handle the situation if your internet connection is interr
period of time?
a) I will use a lab on campus or a friend's computer.

b) I will wait until things get resolved.
c) I will ask the instructor for extensions on the assignments.
d) I will get very upset. I do not like it when things go wrong.
20. How do you feel about taking a class over the internet?
a) I don't have time to take a traditional class.

b) I am nervous about it. I am not sure it is for me.
c) I do not look forward to it, but I need the course.
d) I look forward to the experience.
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 1.

The improvement of computer hardware theory is summarized by

A.) Metcalf's law

B.) Bill's Law

D.) Grove's law

 2. The most widely used computer device is.

A.) Solid state disks

B.) External hard disk

C.) Internal hard disk

Basic Computer Knowledge Quiz

A.) Operating system

Basic Computer Knowledge Quiz

B.) James Gosling

C.) Charles Babbage

D.) Gordon E. Moore

 5. How many generations of computers we have?

A.) The operating system

B.) The motherboard

C.) The platform

D.) Application software

Basic Computer Knowledge Quiz

A.) digital divide.

B.) Internet divide.

D.) Web divide

5-Which of the following statement is correct?

8-USB is a device used to store data and it stands for

14-The fourth generation computers are based on

15-All the following are computer input devices except for

19-What is the best way to protect your hard drive data?

27-A standard computer keyboard has how many keys?

28-HTTP stands for:

29-The capacity of 3-1/2 inch floppy is:

30-A character has how many bits:

32-In a computer network which device acts as a traffic cop:

34-WYSIWYG is an acronym for what?

35-Which protocol sends electronic mail?

36-What type of connector is used to plug a telephone line into a modem?

Questions and Answers

None of the above

A medium for Data Communications

A Physical Device that driven by data

A Physical Device Driven by software

All of the Above

WAN and LAN

WAN and LAN

TAN and CAN

All of the above

An area that is used for viewing documents

An area that organizes your documents

An area that gives you quick access to files

All of the Above

Word Processing Application

Graphics Presentation Software

Reversing the files stored on the hard drive

Putting your computer in the back of the room

Storing an extra copy of data on the hard disk

Storing an extra copy on an external storage device

Store and Organize data in records

Store and Organize papers