Question 1

Which of the following is a characteristic of a primitive data type?

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It is a basic type of data built into a programming language

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It is always mutable

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It requires a wrapper class to be used

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It can contain multiple data types

Question 2

What does 'IP address' stand for in networking?

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Internet Protocol address

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Internet Provider address

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Internal Protocol address

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Interconnection Protocol address

Question 3

Which data structure uses a 'Last In, First Out' (LIFO) principle?

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Stack

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Queue

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Array

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Linked List

Question 4

What is the role of an API in software development?

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To allow different software applications to communicate with each other

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To optimize database performance

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To compile programming code

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To create user interfaces

Question 5

What does 'cloud computing' primarily refer to?

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Delivering computing services over the internet

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A way to optimize graphics performance

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Using only desktop applications

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Storing data on local servers

Question 6

What is the purpose of a database management system (DBMS)?

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To store, retrieve, and manage data in a database

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To format hard drives

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To compile code

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To create websites

Question 7

What does the term 'algorithm' refer to in computer science?

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A set of instructions to solve a problem or perform a task

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A type of programming language

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A graphical user interface component

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A data structure that stores information

Question 8

What is the function of a firewall in a computer network?

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To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic

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To run applications

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To manage storage devices

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To increase internet speed

Question 9

Which protocol is commonly used for secure data transmission over the internet?

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HTTPS

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SMTP

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FTP

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HTTP

Question 10

What is the primary purpose of an operating system?

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To manage computer hardware and software resources

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To run web applications

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To enhance graphics rendering

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To process database queries

Question 11

What does CPU stand for in computing?

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Central Processing Unit

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Control Processing Unit

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Central Performance Unit

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Computer Personal Unit

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of an input device?

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Keyboard

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Printer

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Speaker

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Monitor

Question 13

What is the purpose of an operating system?

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To manage computer hardware and software resources

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To write code

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To store data permanently

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To create graphics

Question 14

What does the term 'cloud computing' refer to?

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Storing and accessing data over the internet

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Networking computers in a local area

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Programming software using cloud services

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Using a computer in a physical cloud

Question 15

What is the primary function of a database management system (DBMS)?

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To store and manage data

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To enhance graphics quality

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To perform mathematical calculations

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To create user interfaces

Question 16

What is the purpose of a flowchart in programming?

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To visually represent a process or algorithm

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To store data

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To write code in a programming language

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To compile programs

Question 17

What is the main purpose of a firewall?

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To protect a network from unauthorized access

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To enhance internet speed

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To store data securely

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To create existing software applications

Question 18

What is the purpose of a compiler in programming?

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To translate source code into machine code

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To execute source code directly

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To debug runtime errors

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To format code for readability

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of a non-volatile memory?

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Flash memory

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RAM

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Cache memory

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Registers

Question 20

What does the acronym 'HTML' stand for?

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HyperText Markup Language

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HyperText Markup Locator

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HighText Machine Language

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Hyperlink and Text Markup Language

Question 21

Which of the following is an example of an input device?

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Keyboard

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Monitor

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Printer

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Speakers

Question 22

What does 'IP' stand for in networking?

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Internet Protocol

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Internal Process

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Interactive Point

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Internet Provider

Question 23

In programming, what does 'debugging' refer to?

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The process of identifying and fixing errors in code

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Compiling code into an executable

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Testing the performance of software

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Writing new code from scratch

Question 24

What is the main function of a database management system (DBMS)?

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To store, retrieve, and manage data

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To design web pages

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To run software applications

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To connect to the internet

Question 25

What is a 'float' in programming?

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A data type used for decimal numbers

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A type of loop

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A network protocol

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A method of sorting

Question 26

Which of the following is a common use of a firewall?

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To control incoming and outgoing network traffic

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To enhance the speed of a computer

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To install software applications

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To store data securely

Question 27

Which of the following is a characteristic of a relational database?

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Data is organized into tables with relationships between them

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Data cannot be updated once entered

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Only one user can access the database at a time

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Data is stored as flat files

Question 28

Which of the following is a valid method for obtaining user input in Python?

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input()

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readLine()

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getInput()

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scan()

Question 29

Which of the following best describes 'open source' software?

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Software with publicly available source code

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Software that is only available on Windows

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Software that requires a purchase

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Software with limited functionality

Question 30

What is a key advantage of using cloud storage?

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Accessibility from anywhere with internet

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Increased hardware requirements

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Higher costs for storage

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Limited storage capacity

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?

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Firewall

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Trojan

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Virus

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Spyware

Question 32

What is the main purpose of a firewall in network security?

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To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic

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To manage hardware resources

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To increase internet speed

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To store data securely

Question 33

What is the purpose of an IP address?

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Identifying devices on a network

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Storing user data

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Improving search engine rankings

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Creating web pages

Question 34

Which of the following is an example of application software?

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Microsoft Word

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CPU

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BIOS

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Windows 10

Question 35

What is a common method for securing data in transit over a network?

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Encryption

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Summarization

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Replication

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Compression

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