Question 1

Which component of a computer is considered the brain of the system?

Accepted Answer

CPU

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Hard Drive

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RAM

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Motherboard

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of an operating system?

Accepted Answer

To manage computer hardware and software resources

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To run video games

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To store files

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To browse the internet

Question 3

What does 'defragmentation' in computer maintenance refer to?

Accepted Answer

Reorganizing data on a hard drive

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Updating system drivers

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Installing new software

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Deleting unnecessary files

Question 4

What is the purpose of a device driver?

Accepted Answer

To allow the operating system to communicate with hardware

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To run applications

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To provide internet access

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To store data

Question 5

What is the function of a power supply unit (PSU) in a computer?

Accepted Answer

To convert electrical power from an outlet to usable power for the computer

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To store data

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To output video signals

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To cool the computer components

Question 6

What is a common symptom of a failing hard drive?

Accepted Answer

Frequent crashes or data loss

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Improved boot time

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Clearer graphics

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Faster battery charging

Question 7

What is the function of anti-virus software?

Accepted Answer

To detect and remove malicious software

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To manage printer settings

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To improve internet speed

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To increase computer memory

Question 8

What does BIOS stand for in computer technology?

Accepted Answer

Basic Input/Output System

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Basic Internet Operating Software

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Binary Integration Operating System

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Built-in Input Output System

Question 9

Which tool would you use to diagnose connectivity issues in a network?

Accepted Answer

Ping utility

Answer

Disk Cleanup

Answer

Task Manager

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File Explorer

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic

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To increase processing speed

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To store data securely

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To backup files automatically

Question 11

What is the primary purpose of a computer's operating system?

Accepted Answer

To manage hardware and software resources

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To improve image quality

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To connect to the internet

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To increase the computer's battery life

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of a hardware component?

Accepted Answer

Graphics Card

Answer

Operating System

Answer

Antivirus Software

Answer

Web Browser

Question 13

What is the function of RAM in a computer system?

Accepted Answer

To store data temporarily for quick access

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To power the computer

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To store data permanently

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To connect to other computers

Question 14

What is a common symptom of a computer virus?

Accepted Answer

Slow performance or frequent crashes

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Faster internet speed

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Enhanced graphics quality

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Increased battery life

Question 15

Which tool is commonly used to diagnose and fix hard drive issues?

Accepted Answer

Disk Utility

Answer

Word Processor

Answer

Web Browser

Answer

Spreadsheet Software

Question 16

What is the primary role of a computer's power supply unit (PSU)?

Accepted Answer

To convert AC power to DC power for the computer

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To store data permanently

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To manage system resources

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To display images on the monitor

Question 17

What type of software is used to protect a computer from malware?

Accepted Answer

Antivirus software

Answer

Word processing software

Answer

Graphic design software

Answer

Operating system

Question 18

What does the term 'booting' refer to in a computer system?

Accepted Answer

Starting the computer and loading the operating system

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Shutting down the computer

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Installing new hardware

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Running a specific application

Question 19

Which component is responsible for performing calculations in a computer?

Accepted Answer

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

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Random Access Memory (RAM)

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Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

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Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Question 20

What is the main purpose of an operating system?

Accepted Answer

To manage hardware and software resources

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To enhance sound quality

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To provide a web browser

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To speed up internet connection

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