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Q 1 - Consider the following statements:
1. In 1985, Microsoft launched the revolutionary operating systems and named it Window.
2. Window programs employ a Graphical User Interface (GUI).
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
Answer : C
Explanation
GUI facilitates its users to give command only on clicking on-screen symbols. It also facilitates users to perform multiple task simultaneously.
Q 2 - Consider the following statements:
1. Bit is a basic unit of information used in computing and digital communications.
2. In information theory, one bit is characteristically defined as the uncertainty of a binary random variable that is either 0 or 1 with equal probability.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
Answer : C
Explanation
The symbol of bit (as a unit of information), is bit. It is recommended by the IEC 80000-13:2008 standard.
Q 3 - In reference to data encryption, consider the following statements:
1. Keys of encryption are characteristically stored in the computer files itself and they are also encrypted.
2. Keys can be assessed only with a passphrase.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
Answer : C
Explanation
Keys are similar to passwords, but they are much longer.
Q 4 - Which among the following controls all parts of the computer and known as the brain of computer?
Answer : C
Explanation
All processing works of a computer is performed by Central Processing Unit or CPU.
Q 5 - Which among the following is incorrectly matched?
A - PSTN Public Switched Telephone Networks
Answer : D
Explanation
ISDN stands for Integrated Services Digital Network.
Q 6 - The first general purpose programmable electronic computer was
Answer : A
Explanation
ENIAC stands for Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer.
Q 7 - If you need to cut the contents of MS Word, which command will you give?
Answer : A
Explanation
N/A
Q 8 - Which among the following is the shortcut key to refresh the active window in your computer system?
Answer : A
Explanation
N/A
Q 9 - Who among the following has invented worldwide web?
Answer : A
Explanation
Lee invented www in 1989-90.
Q 10 - Who among the following is popular as the father of video games?
Answer : A
Explanation
In 1962, Steve Russell invented "SpaceWar!," which was the first game planned for computer use.
Answer : A
Explanation
N/A
Q 12 - Magnetic disks are coated with
Answer : B
Explanation
Magnetic disk or simply disk is an information storage device.
Answer : B
Explanation
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Q 14 - Consider the following statements?
1. Programming language is an artificial language, used by computer to express computation.
2. Programming language is a set of keywords, symbols, and a system of rules that constructs meaningful statements.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
Answer : C
Explanation
N/A
Q 15 - The COBOL programming language is best designed for
Answer : A
Explanation
COBOL is best suited for business, finance, and administrative purpose.
Q 16 - process checks that the all components of a computer are connected and operating properly?
Answer : C
Explanation
Booting process starts a computer and keep it onto a state of readiness for operation.
Q 17 - In reference to computer networking, consider the following statements:
1. Node is a connection or junction point in a computer networking system.
2. At the node transmission of data/information either ends or starts.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
Answer : C
Explanation
N/A
Q 18 - Which among the following defines rules that all computers must follow to communicate with each other on the internet?
A - Transmission Control Protocol
Answer : A
Explanation
Transmission Control Protocol is also known as Internet Protocol. It is the communication protocol for the internet.
Q 19 - Which one of the following is the most dangerous computer virus?
Answer : B
Explanation
It was programmed in the form of a worm.
Q 20 - The computer application that integrates texts, sound, image, graphics, videos or other sort of animation, is known as
Answer : C
Explanation
N/A