1- Which one of the following is considered a virtual community that

allows users to hold discussions and post messages on specific subject

a- An RSS feed

b- A FireWire

c- An internet forum

d- An operating system

2- Which one of the following is not safe to be posted on a social

networking website

a- Your favorite restaurant

b- Your hobbies and interests

c- Your telephone number

d- Your favorite type of music

3- Which of the following refers to the relationship between workers

and the working environment

a- Bionomics

b- Astronomic

c- Genomics

d- Ergonomics
4- Why is adequate lighting important when using a computer

a- it helps avoid neck and back pain

b- It helps prevent eyestrain and headaches

c- It helps avoid radiation hazards

d- It prevents repetitive strain injuries

5- Which one of the following is good practice in saving energy

a- Switch off the PC if it will not be in use for a long time

b- Reboot the PC regularly

c- Update your computer screen saver

d- Change the color of the screen background

6- Which one of the following is needed to identify users when logging

on to a computer

a- Antivirus software

b- User name and password

c- E-mail account

d- Firewall
7- Why is it important to have an off-site backup copy of files

a- To provide a copy of the files in case of data loss

b- To create more free space on the hard disk

c- To remove unwanted files from the hard disk

d- To increase the speed of the computer

8- Which one of the following determines what type of traffic is

allowed to pass in and out of the system

a- Netwall

b- gateway

c- Firewall

d- Firewire
9- Which one of the following is the most likely way for a virus to be
transmitted to a computer?

a- Making backup copy of folders and files

b- Using a secure computer to send e-mail

c- Opening files from unknown sources

d- Restoring files from recycle bin

10- Why should anti-virus software be updated regularly

a- To avoid installing another antivirus software

b- To stop any unauthorized access to the computer

c- To enable the anti-virus software to detect new viruses

d- To register a new license agreement

11- Which one of the following gives the developers of software the
legal protection to publish their work

a- Password authentication

b- Copyright legislation

c- Data protection Act

d- Data encryption
12- Which one of the following is a type of software that you are
allowed to try for a short period before buying it

a- Shareware

b- Freeware

c- Hardware

d- Open source

13- What is the purpose of data protection legislation

a- To protect businesses from computer fraud by employees

b- To allow the authorities to protect records of individuals

c- To give companies the right to publish data about their customers

d- To set out the responsibilities of the data subject

14- The computer components that make up a computer are known

as

a- Freeware

b- Hardware

c- Software

d- Shareware
15- The network that connects computers and equipment wirelessly is
known as

a- WAN

b- WLAN

c- LWAN

d- LAN

16- Which one of the following describes a system of interconnected

computer networks that serves billions of users worldwide

a- intranet

b- internet

c- Extranet

d- World Wide Web

17- Which one of the following allows external users to access an

organization’s Intranet

a- intranet

b- Extranet

c- internet

d- World Wide Web

18- Which one of the following describes the speed with which data is
downloaded and uploaded by your computer

a- Encryption

b- internet connection

c- installation

d- Transfer rate

19- Which one of the following describes the term downloading

a- Connecting several computers with each other

b- Copying files from the computer to the Internet

c- Connecting several computers to the Internet

d- Copying files from the internet to the computer

20- Which one of the following is a common internet connection
option

a- Server

b- Cable

c- VoIP

d- World Wide Web

21- The term for buying and selling goods or services over the Internet
is

a- e-governrnent

b- e-Iearning

c- e-banking

d- e-commerce

22- Which one of the following describes the use of electronic

computers to store, convert and process information

a- Information and Computer Technology

b- Internet and Computer Technology

c- Information and Communication Technology

d- Internet and Control Technology

23- Multimedia learning experience can be gained through

a- e-Iearning

b- e-governrnent

c- e-banking

d- e-commerce

24- The ability to work from home using telephone, fax, and/or
computer technology is known as

a- e-banking

b- Ergonomics

c- Teleworking

d- e-Iearning

25- The fastest way for files to be transferred electronically during

two way text-based communication is

a- Instant Messaging

b- Blog

c- Really Simple Syndication

d- Podcast
26- Which one of the following is a quick and cost effective way to
communicate with your friends across the world

a- Send a letter

b- Send a CD-ROM

c- Send a DVD

d- Send an e-mail

27- Which one of the following terms describes talking to others for
free via programs such as Skype using a headphone

a- Blog

b- RSS

c- IM

d- VoIP

28- A form of syndicated feed which downloads new content to

subscribers' computers as it becomes available is known as

a- Podcast

b- VoIP

c- IM

d- RSS
29- An online diary that contains the user's thoughts, images and
videos to be viewed by other users is known as

a- RSS

b- Podcast

c- IM

d- Web Log (Blog)

30- Which one of the following automatically downloads updated

digital media files constantly to a subscriber's computer

a- RSS

b- Weblog

c- IM

d- Podcast
31- Which one of the following describes a group of people with
similar interests who communicate with each other via internet?

a- Instant Messaging

b- RSS

c- Podcast

d- Virtual Community

32- The computer components that make up a computer are known

as

a- Freeware

b- Hardware

c- Software

d- Shareware
33- Which one of the following allows you to share your thoughts and
upload photos and videos online so other people can interact with
you

a- Posting an entry to your web log

b- Use instant messaging programs

c- Subscribing to RSS feeds

d- Sending an email with the content you want to share

34- Which one of the following is not safe to be posted on internet

forums

a- Hobbies

b- Personal mobile number

c- Favorite movie

d- Favorite food
35- Which one of the following does the term Ergonomics describe

a- The relationship between workers and their managers

b- The relationship between workers and their colleagues

c- The relationship between workers and their environment

d- The relationship between workers and their clients

36- Which one of the following helps in maintaining a good posture

a- The correct positioning of computer, desk and seat

b- A mouse located lower than the keyboard

c- A monitor with a small display screen

d- A rotating monitor without a screen filter

37- Which one of the following should be considered to ensure eye

safety while using a computer

a- The amount and direction of light

b- The type of mouse used

c- The type of computer used during work

d- The type of chair or seat

38- Which one of the following is the benefit of having breaks while
using the computer

a- Relaxing the eyes

b- Preventing data loss

c- Preventing damage in computer components

d- Saving energy

39- Which one of the following is considered best practice to save

energy

a- Changing the computer screen saver

b- Updating the sound card regularly

c- Restarting the computer regularly

d- Putting the computer to sleep

40- Which one of the following helps in protecting the environment

a- Increasing the storage capacity of the computer

b- Recycling paper

c- Upgrading the antivirus software regularly

d- Backing up important files to hard disks

41- Which one of the following explains why a username and
password are needed before logging on to a computer?

a- To enhance the computer performance

b- To enable users to install different applications

c- To identify users when logging onto a computer

d- To backup important files stored in the computer

42- Which one of the following is good practice in preventing a

password from being identified by other users

a- Keeping the same password for a longtime

b- Passwords should have a minimum of eight characters

c- Using short and easy to remember password

d- Consulting your friends for passwords

43- Which one of the following is most likely to be used by a travelling
business person?

a- PDA

b- Server

c- Desktop

d- Network computer

44- Which one of the following is a benefit of having an off-site

backup copy of files

a- To delete unwanted files from the hard disk

b- To increase the capacity of the computer memory

c- To continue your work if data is lost

d- To increase the computer performance

45- Which one of the following is a special piece of hardware or
software designed to protect a computer system from unauthorized
access

a- Firewall

b- Firewire

c- Off-site backup copy

d- Hard disk

46- Changing your username and password regularly is a way to

a- Prevent data theft

b- Update the available applications

c- Protect your computer from viruses

d- Enhance the computer performance

47- Which one of the following is the result of opening files from
unknown sources

a- The transmission of a program update to the computer

b- The transmission of an antivirus program to the computer

c- The transmission of applications to the computer

d- The transmission of a virus to the computer

48- A malicious program that can be transmitted to your computer

through e-mail attachments from unknown sources and corrupting
your files is known as

a- A firewall

b- A blog

c- A virus

d- A password
49- Which one of the following prevents your computer from the
threats of harmful software

a- Upgrading the memory of the computer

b- Upgrading the monitor

c- Updating the anti-virus software regularly

d- Registering new license agreement

50- Which one of the following includes main components of a

computer

a- ROM, Speakers, Screen

b- Hard disk, CPU, RAM

c- CPU , Webcam, Microphone

d- RAM , Scanner, Hard disk

51- Which one of the following protects creative or artistic works from
illegal copying

a- Data protection legislation

b- Digital Signature

c- Copyright

d- Password authentication
52- Which one of the following is a type of software that is available
completely free of any purchase or licensing fee

a- Shareware

b- Freeware

c- Non-freeware

d- Open Source

53- An agreement that requires you to signify acceptance of the terms

and conditions of use of the software is called

a- End-user permission

b- End-user license agreement

c- End-user registry

d- End-user purchasing agreement

54- Which one of the following identifies the main purpose of data
protection conventions

a- To set out the responsibilities of the data controller

b- To protect the rights of the data subject

55- Which one of the following is a version of computer which is small

enough to be held and used in the palm of a hand

a- Server

b- Laptop computer

c- Desktop computer

d- Personal Digital Assistant

56- Which one of the following is a main data protection right for the
data subject

a- To be kept as long as possible

b- To be processed fairly, lawfully and securely

c- To be disclosed for marketing purposes

d- To be processed for any purpose

57- Which one of the following should be done by the data controller

a- Disclosing data to anyone that asks for it

b- Collecting data from any available source

c- Disclosing data for marketing purposes

d- Processing data in illegal manner

58- USB is considered

a- An input/output port

b- A parallel port

c- A network port

d- A serial port

59- Which of the following effects is noticed after adding RAM to a

computer

a- Reduction in number of applications processed

b- Increase in the computer speed

c- Increase in the storage capacity of the computer

d- Increase in the clarity of the screen

60- Which one of the following is measured by the unit MHz

a- Transfer rate

b- Screen resolution

c- RAM size

d- CPU speed

61- Which one of the following is true about RAM (Random Access
Memory)

a- RAM is used to store information on a permanent basis

b- RAM retains information after the power is switched off

c- RAM is a volatile memory

d- RAM is non-volatile memory

62- Which one of the following is a DVD ROM

a- Parallel Port

b- Storage device

c- Serial Port

d- Computer memory
63- Which one of the following does the unit GB measure

a- Storage capacity

b- CPU Speed

c- Speed of graphics card processor

d- Transfer rate

64- Which of the following should be done by the data controller

a- Disclosing data to anyone that asks for it

b- Ensuring that personal data is being erased after being processed

c- Disclosing data for marketing purposes

d- Holding the personal data and disclosing it upon the request of

anyone

65- The term ADSL stands for

a- Asymetric Data Service Line

b- Anonymous Digital Subscriber Link

c- Asymetric Digital Subscriber Line

d- Advanced Digital Secure Link

66- you can know whether contacts are online using

a- RSS

b- Blog

c- IM

d- Podcast

67- The protocol that allows your computer to send and receive voice
based conversations over the internet is called

a- VoIP

b- Internet Protocol

c- Network Protocol

d- Web Log

68- which one of the following is a text-based method of

communication between two or more people

a- Broadcast

b- Broadband

c- Instant Messaging

d- VoIP
69- Which one of the following is an advantage of teleworking

a- Potential feeling of isolation

b- Lack of human contact

c- Reduced or no commuting time

d- Less emphasis on teamwork

70- 1 Terabyte is equal to

a- 1000 megabytes

b- 10000 Megabytes

c- 100000 Megabytes

d- 1000000 Megabytes

71- The Stylus is considered as

a- Output device

b- Input device

c- Input/output device

d- Input/output port
72- Which one of the following is an Input/output device

a- Microphone

b- Speaker

c- Webcam

d- Touchscreen

73- Ubuntu is considered as

a- Application

b- Operating system

c- Input device

d- Storage device

74- To enable users with impairments to input commands to a

computer you can use

a- Screen Magnifier

b- Voice recognition software

c- Screen reader

d- On-screen keyboard
75- The transfer rate is often measured by

a- Mhz

b- Mb

c- Mbps

d- Ms

76- Which one of the following is a disadvantage of e-learning

a- Lack of human interaction

b- Flexible learning location

c- Learn at times convenient to individuals

d- Multimedia learning experience

77- The term ISDN stands for

a- Integrated Services Digital Network

b- International Server Data Network

c- International Secure Digital Network

d- Integrated Selling Data Network

78- Which one of the following is commonly defined as an easy cost
effective way to store, backup, and share all your files from remote
server using the Internet?

a- Hard Disk storage

b- Online storage

c- DVD storage

d- CD storage

79- Which one of the following is the most likely way for a virus to be
transmitted to a computer?

a- Formatting removable drives

b- Restoring files from the recycle bin

c- Deleting unopened email messages

d- Downloading files from untrusted sites

80- Which one of the following would most likely be entered to logon
securely to a computer system or network?

a- Username and password

b- Credit Card number and password.

c- Username and address.

d- Date and time

81- Which one of the following would most likely be the result of
activating a computer virus?

a- Files are saved

b- Files are corrupted

c- Files are printed

d- Files are sorted

82- Which one of the following is commonly described as a small, re-

writable and removable storage device?

a- ROM

b- Trackball

c- Mouse

d- USB Flash Drive

83- Using information technology to provide public services to citizens

is known as

a- E-banking

b- E-learning

c- E-government

d- E-commerce
84- Which of the following statements about broadband is true

a- Broadband is always on

b- Broadband is slower than telephone access

c- The amount you pay each month for broadband depends on the
number of e-mails you send

d- Broadband does not need a firewall to protect the network

85- Which one of the following is used to establish an internet

connection

a- VOIP

b- E-mail

c- Phone line

d- Web browser

86- Which one of the following measures the transfer rate

a- Cycles per seconds

b- Words per second

c- Bits per second

d- Hertz per second

87- Which one of the following would most likely require username
and password for a secure login?

a- Program

b- Internet

c- Computer

d- Mobile

88- Which one of the following describes a computer virus?

a- Program that can't replicate itself and not always harmful

b- Program that infects the computer and prevents it from working

c- Program that detects and removes harmful software

d- Program that is transmitted to computers from trusted sites

89- Which one of the following is a vast physical network that allows
users all over the world to communicate with each other

a- World Wide Web

b- Internet Service Provider

c- Internet

d- Intranet
90- Which one of the following applications allows you to access
information on the internet

a- Spreadsheet application

b- Web browsing application

c- E-mail application

d- Database application

91- Which one of the following manages the system resources on a

computer

a- Browser software

b- Operating system

c- Anti-virus application

d- Database application

92- The generic term for all programs that enable us to easily instruct
the computer is

a- CPU

b- Hardware

c- Software

d- Firewall
93- Which one of the following is an output device

a- Printer

b- Web camera

c- Trackball

d- Scanner

94- Which one of the following is an input device

a- Speakers

b- Screen

c- Touchpad

d- Printers

95- Which one of the following storage types allows you to save your
files on the internet

a- DVD Rom

b- USB flash drive

c- Online file storage

d- Hard disk
96- Which one of the following is a volatile memory

a- EPROM

b- Hard disk

c- RAM

d- ROM

97- Which one of the following is considered a main component of a

computer

a- Microphone

b- Webcam

c- CPU

d- Scanner

98- Which one of the following is an input/output port

a- Firewire

b- Webcam

c- Speakers

d- Touchpad
99- Which one of the following can speed up the performance of a
computer

a- Adding a network printer to a computer

b- Adding RAM to a computer

c- Upgrading the monitor

d- Installing a network card to a computer

100- "What you are" is a method of

a- Authorization

b- Identification

c- Authentication

d- Validation