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Basics Of Computer System (Important Mcques)

1. What is the primary function of a computer?


A) To store data
B) To perform calculations
C) To solve mathematical problems only
D) To execute instructions

2. Which of the following best defines Computer Science?


A) Study of programming languages
B) Study of computers and computational systems
C) Study of only software applications
D) Study of internet technologies

3. Which component is known as the 'brain' of the computer?


A) RAM
B) Motherboard
C) CPU
D) Hard Drive

4. Which part of the CPU handles all mathematical and logical operations?
A) Control Unit
B) Memory Unit
C) Arithmetic Logic Unit
D) Input Unit

5. Which device is an example of an output device?


A) Mouse
B) Scanner
C) Monitor
D) Keyboard

6. What type of software is an operating system?


A) Application Software
B) System Software
C) Utility Software
D) Firmware

7. Which input device is used to enter text into a computer?


A) Printer
B) Monitor
C) Keyboard
D) Speaker

8. Which of these is NOT an example of application software?


A) Microsoft Word
B) Windows OS
C) Excel
D) Media Player

9. The purpose of an ALU in a computer is to:


A) Control data transfer
B) Perform arithmetic and logical operations
C) Manage memory
D) Display data

10. Which device converts printed text into a digital format?


A) Printer
B) Scanner
C) Monitor
D) Mouse

11. Which of the following is a characteristic of system software?


A) Used for specific tasks
B) Manages hardware
C) Provides entertainment
D) None of the above
12. An operating system is an example of:
A) Input device
B) Output device
C) System software
D) Application software

13. The primary role of the Control Unit in a CPU is to:


A) Perform calculations
B) Direct operations within the CPU
C) Store data
D) Connect hardware

14. Why is the operating system considered backbone of Computer System?


A) It provides internet access.
B) It enables basic device operations and user applications to function.
C) It allows software installation only.
D) It exclusively manages system updates.

15. Microsoft Excel is an example of:


A) System software
B) Input device
C) Application software
D) Firmware

16. Which type of software directly controls computer hardware?


A) System software
B) Application software
C) Middleware
D) Firmware

17. What is the purpose of primary memory (RAM) in computer processing.

A) It permanently stores data.

B) It processes all logic and arithmetic operations.


C) It temporarily stores data for quick access by the CPU.

D) It manages all system inputs and outputs.

18. What is the main function of a printer?


A) To process data
B) To store data
C) To produce hard copies
D) To input data

19. Which of the following is NOT a function of an operating system?


A) Managing hardware
B) Running applications
C) Performing arithmetic operations
D) Managing memory

20. Which software is essential for the functioning of a computer?


A) Microsoft Word
B) Adobe Photoshop
C) System software
D) Media Player

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