Question 1

What type of network topology connects all devices to a central hub or switch?

Accepted Answer

Star topology

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Bus topology

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Mesh topology

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Ring topology

Question 2

Which storage device uses magnetic disks to store data?

Accepted Answer

Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

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Solid State Drive (SSD)

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USB Flash Drive

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Optical Disc

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a function of the operating system?

Accepted Answer

Performing physical repairs on hardware

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Managing hardware resources

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Providing a user interface

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Executing application software

Question 4

Which communication protocol is commonly used for secure communication over a computer network?

Accepted Answer

HTTPS

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HTTP

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SMTP

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FTP

Question 5

What is the purpose of a network switch in a local area network?

Accepted Answer

To connect devices and direct data traffic between them

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To provide wireless access to the network

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To amplify network signals

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To connect the network to the internet

Question 6

Which type of memory retains its contents even when the power is turned off?

Accepted Answer

Non-volatile memory

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Volatile memory

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Registers

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Cache memory

Question 7

What is the primary function of a computer's Random Access Memory (RAM)?

Accepted Answer

Temporary storage of data and instructions

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Processing graphical data

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Network connectivity

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Long-term data storage

Question 8

Which device acts as a bridge between a local network and the internet?

Accepted Answer

Router

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Modem

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Hub

Answer

Switch

Question 9

What type of communication is used when devices are connected in a local area network (LAN)?

Accepted Answer

Ethernet

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Bluetooth

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NFC

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Wi-Fi

Question 10

Which component is primarily responsible for executing instructions in a computer?

Accepted Answer

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

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Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

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Random Access Memory (RAM)

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Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Question 11

Which of the following is the primary function of the CPU in a computer system?

Accepted Answer

To execute instructions and process data

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To manage network connections

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To provide user interface

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To store data permanently

Question 12

What does RAM stand for in computer hardware?

Accepted Answer

Random Access Memory

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Rapid Access Memory

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Read Access Memory

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Restricted Access Memory

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

HTTPS

Answer

HTTP

Answer

SMTP

Answer

FTP

Question 14

What is the function of a network switch in a local area network (LAN)?

Accepted Answer

To forward data packets to the correct devices on the network

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To connect the network to the internet

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To amplify network signal strength

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To convert digital signals to analog

Question 15

What type of storage is considered non-volatile and retains data without power?

Accepted Answer

SSD (Solid State Drive)

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CPU Registers

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Cache Memory

Answer

RAM (Random Access Memory)

Question 16

Which of the following components is responsible for converting analog signals into digital data?

Accepted Answer

Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC)

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Modem

Answer

Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC)

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Router

Question 17

What is the primary purpose of an operating system in computer hardware?

Accepted Answer

To manage hardware and software resources

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To enhance graphics performance

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To provide antivirus protection

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To increase internet speed

Question 18

Which of the following protocols is used for sending email messages between servers?

Accepted Answer

SMTP

Answer

HTTP

Answer

POP3

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IMAP

Question 19

What does the term 'bandwidth' refer to in the context of computer networks?

Accepted Answer

The maximum data transfer rate of a network connection

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The speed of a single data packet

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The amount of data stored in a device

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The physical distance between two devices

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic

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To store backups of data

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To increase the internet speed

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To convert data formats

Question 21

Which component of a computer is primarily responsible for executing instructions from programs?

Accepted Answer

CPU

Answer

Hard Drive

Answer

GPU

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RAM

Question 22

What is the primary function of RAM in a computer system?

Accepted Answer

To store data temporarily while the computer is in use

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To permanently store the operating system

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To cool down the CPU

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To provide power to the computer

Question 23

Which of the following protocols is used to send emails over the Internet?

Accepted Answer

SMTP

Answer

FTP

Answer

HTTP

Answer

IMAP

Question 24

Which device is used to connect multiple computers within a local area network (LAN)?

Accepted Answer

Switch

Answer

Hub

Answer

Router

Answer

Modem

Question 25

What type of memory is non-volatile and can be electrically erased and reprogrammed?

Accepted Answer

Flash memory

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Cache memory

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ROM

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RAM

Question 26

What is the purpose of a network router?

Accepted Answer

To route data traffic between different networks

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To connect devices within a single network

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To amplify the signal strength

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To store data permanently

Question 27

Which of the following describes an SSD compared to an HDD?

Accepted Answer

Faster data access and no moving parts

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Use magnetic disks to store data

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More prone to physical damage

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Requires regular defragmentation

Question 28

What is the main purpose of the BIOS in a computer?

Accepted Answer

To initialize hardware during the booting process

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To run applications

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To manage network traffic

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To store user data permanently

Question 29

What does the acronym 'GPU' stand for in computer hardware?

Accepted Answer

Graphics Processing Unit

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Global Processing Unit

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Graphical Power Unit

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General Processing Unit

Question 30

Which of the following is a function of a firewall in a computer network?

Accepted Answer

To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic

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To connect different types of networks

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To increase the speed of a network

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To store network data permanently

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