Question 1

What is the primary function of an operating system?

Accepted Answer

To manage computer hardware and software resources

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To enable the internet

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To run web browsers

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To create spreadsheets

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a type of software?

Accepted Answer

Hardware

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Application Software

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Operating System

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Utility Software

Question 3

What does the term 'cloud computing' refer to?

Accepted Answer

Storing and accessing data and programs over the internet instead of on a local computer

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Creating physical servers for data storage

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Installing software from a CD

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Using a computer without an operating system

Question 4

What is the main purpose of antivirus software?

Accepted Answer

To detect and remove malware from a computer

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To manage file storage

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To improve internet speed

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To enhance graphic display

Question 5

Which of the following is a common web browser?

Accepted Answer

Google Chrome

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Adobe Photoshop

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Microsoft Word

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Windows Explorer

Question 6

What is the function of RAM in a computer?

Accepted Answer

To temporarily store data and programs that are in use

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To power the computer

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To permanently store files

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To cool down the CPU

Question 7

Which of the following file extensions is commonly associated with image files?

Accepted Answer

.jpg

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.docx

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.pptx

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.exe

Question 8

What does the acronym 'URL' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Uniform Resource Locator

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Unique Resource Locator

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Universal Resource Link

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Uniform Reference Link

Question 9

What is the primary role of a firewall in a computer network?

Accepted Answer

To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic

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To store backup data

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To manage software installations

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To speed up the internet connection

Question 10

What is Phishing?

Accepted Answer

A method used by cybercriminals to trick individuals into providing sensitive information

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An internet speed test

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A secure data storage method

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A type of computer virus

Question 11

What does CPU stand for in computer terminology?

Accepted Answer

Central Processing Unit

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Computer Personal Unit

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Cyclic Processing Unit

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Central Performance Unit

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of an operating system?

Accepted Answer

Windows 10

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Microsoft Word

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Google Chrome

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Adobe Photoshop

Question 13

What is the primary function of RAM in a computer?

Accepted Answer

To temporarily store data and program instructions

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To manage network connections

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To store files permanently

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To power the computer

Question 14

Which component is responsible for rendering images and video in a computer?

Accepted Answer

Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

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Power Supply Unit (PSU)

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Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

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Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Question 15

What does the acronym HTTP stand for?

Accepted Answer

Hypertext Transfer Protocol

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High Transfer Text Protocol

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Hyperlink Transfer Text Protocol

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Hypertext Transmission Protocol

Question 16

What is phishing primarily aimed at?

Accepted Answer

Stealing personal information

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Overloading a server

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Creating software bugs

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Distributing computer viruses

Question 17

Which device is used to connect computers to a network?

Accepted Answer

Router

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Webcam

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Scanner

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Printer

Question 18

What is the purpose of antivirus software?

Accepted Answer

To detect and remove malware

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To speed up internet connection

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To enhance graphic performance

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To create backups of data

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic

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To enhance multimedia performance

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To convert text to speech

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To store files securely

Question 20

What is cloud storage?

Accepted Answer

Storing data on remote servers accessed via the internet

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Storing data on a hard drive

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Using a USB flash drive for storage

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Writing data to physical CD-ROMs

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