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1. Who developed the first electronic digital computer?

A. Charles Babbage
B. John Atanasoff and Clifford Berry
C. Blaise Pascal
D. Alan Turing
Answer: B

2. What is considered the first computing tool used by humans?


A. Abacus
B. Fingers and toes
C. Cowrie shells
D. Stones and sticks
Answer: B

3. Who invented the logarithm for easy computation of numbers?


A. William Oughtred
B. Blaise Pascal
C. John Napier
D. Gottfried Leibniz
Answer: C

4. The Analytical Engine was developed by whom?


A. Charles Babbage
B. Herman Hollerith
C. Lady Lovelace
D. Alan Turing
Answer: A

5. What technology was used in first-generation computers?


A. Transistors
B. Vacuum Tubes
C. Integrated Circuits
D. Microprocessors
Answer: B

6. Which generation of computers introduced the concept of time-sharing?


A. First Generation
B. Second Generation
C. Third Generation
D. Fourth Generation
Answer: C

7. What is the primary function of a keyboard?


A. Pointing device
B. Input data
C. Output data
D. Store data
Answer: B

8. Which of the following is a pointing device?


A. Printer
B. Scanner
C. Mouse
D. Monitor
Answer: C

9. What device is used to read barcodes?


A. Optical Mark Reader
B. Barcode Reader
C. MICR
D. OCR
Answer: B

10. Which memory type is volatile and used for temporary data storage?
A. ROM
B. Flash Memory
C. RAM
D. Magnetic Tape
Answer: C

11. What is the function of a Control Unit in a CPU?


A. Performs arithmetic operations
B. Controls the execution of instructions
C. Stores data permanently
D. Processes input/output operations
Answer: B

12. What is the primary role of system software?


A. Perform specific tasks
B. Manage hardware resources
C. Facilitate data entry
D. Improve output quality
Answer: B

13. Which of these is a high-level programming language?


A. Machine Language
B. Assembly Language
C. FORTRAN
D. Binary Code
Answer: C

14. What does an Operating System manage?


A. Network security
B. Peripheral devices
C. Application development
D. Data analysis
Answer: B

15. What is a characteristic of fourth-generation programming languages (4GLs)?


A. Machine-level coding
B. Query and database management
C. Requires binary input
D. Operates without compilers
Answer: B

16. What is a LAN?


A. Long Area Network
B. Local Area Network
C. Limited Access Network
D. Logical Address Network
Answer: B

17. Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for data encryption?
A. Network Layer
B. Transport Layer
C. Presentation Layer
D. Physical Layer
Answer: C

18. What technology enables multiple devices to share a single communication medium?
A. Multiplexing
B. Packet Switching
C. Circuit Switching
D. Network Addressing
Answer: A

19. What does WAN stand for?


A. Wireless Access Network
B. Wide Area Network
C. Web Application Network
D. Wired Automatic Network
Answer: B

20. Which protocol is used for internet communication?


A. TCP/IP
B. SMTP
C. POP3
D. DNS
Answer: A

21. What is the primary goal of cybersecurity?


A. Increase system speed
B. Protect against unauthorized access
C. Improve software performance
D. Enhance data visualization
Answer: B

22. Which of these ensures data integrity?


A. Encryption
B. Firewall
C. Digital Signatures
D. Access Control
Answer: C

23. Which stage in data science involves cleaning and organizing raw data?
A. Data Analysis
B. Data Preparation
C. Data Visualization
D. Data Communication
Answer: B

24. Which programming language is commonly used in data science?


A. C++
B. Python
C. COBOL
D. Assembly
Answer: B

25. What does a data scientist primarily rely on?


A. Algorithms
B. Visual design
C. Networking protocols
D. Hardware integration
Answer: A

26. What is the main role of information systems?


A. Manage business communications
B. Store and analyze data
C. Produce electronic devices
D. Enhance social media outreach
Answer: B

27. Which of these is a component of an information system?


A. Databases
B. Compilers
C. Operating Systems
D. Wi-Fi Routers
Answer: A

28. What is a benefit of ICT in education?


A. Automates grading systems
B. Provides remote learning opportunities
C. Replaces traditional teaching methods
D. Limits access to educational resources
Answer: B

29. What is neuromorphic computing inspired by?


A. Quantum mechanics
B. Biological neural systems
C. High-speed networks
D. Advanced programming languages
Answer: B

30. Which device is used for direct data entry?


A. Keyboard
B. Scanner
C. Barcode Reader
D. All of the above
Answer: D

31. What is the purpose of voice-recognition systems?


A. Convert text to speech
B. Identify and process spoken commands
C. Enhance audio quality
D. Translate languages
Answer: B
32. Which type of storage is typically non-volatile?
A. RAM
B. Hard Disk
C. Cache Memory
D. Registers
Answer: B

33. What is the primary function of a central processing unit (CPU)?


A. Store data
B. Process data and execute instructions
C. Display output
D. Manage networks
Answer: B

34. Which device is an example of an output hardware component?


A. Mouse
B. Keyboard
C. Printer
D. Scanner
Answer: C

35. What is the purpose of a light pen?


A. Input text
B. Select objects on a screen
C. Record audio
D. Store data
Answer: B

36. What is the key advantage of distributed computing?


A. Centralized data storage
B. Improved single-machine performance
C. Sharing computational power across systems
D. Limited scalability
Answer: C
37. What does GUI stand for?
A. General User Input
B. Graphical User Interface
C. Global Utility Interface
D. Generated User Interface
Answer: B

38. Which of these is an example of a wide area network (WAN)?


A. Ethernet
B. The Internet
C. Bluetooth
D. Intranet
Answer: B

39. Which device enables wireless internet connectivity?


A. Modem
B. Router
C. Switch
D. Hub
Answer: B

40. Which of the following supports multitasking and multi-user capabilities?


A. Batch Processing
B. Operating Systems
C. Microprocessors
D. Input Devices
Answer: B

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