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Basics of Computer Science

The document covers fundamental concepts in computer science, including hardware components like CPU and RAM, networking protocols such as HTTP and DNS, and operating systems. It also discusses Microsoft Office functionalities, programming basics like HTML and IDE, and cybersecurity topics including malware types and firewalls. Each section contains multiple-choice questions with correct answers provided.

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Basics of Computer Science

The document covers fundamental concepts in computer science, including hardware components like CPU and RAM, networking protocols such as HTTP and DNS, and operating systems. It also discusses Microsoft Office functionalities, programming basics like HTML and IDE, and cybersecurity topics including malware types and firewalls. Each section contains multiple-choice questions with correct answers provided.

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Basics of Computer Science

1. Which of the following is the brain of the computer?


a) RAM
b) CPU
c) Hard Drive
d) GPU
Answer: b) CPU
2. What does RAM stand for?
a) Read Access Memory
b) Random Access Memory
c) Reliable Access Module
d) Random Allocation Module
Answer: b) Random Access Memory
3. Which type of software controls the hardware of a computer?
a) System Software
b) Application Software
c) Malware
d) Firmware
Answer: a) System Software
4. Which of the following is volatile memory?
a) ROM
b) SSD
c) RAM
d) HDD
Answer: c) RAM
5. Binary number system uses which two digits?
a) 0 and 9
b) 1 and 9
c) 0 and 1
d) 1 and 2
Answer: c) 0 and 1

Networking

6. Which protocol is used to browse the web?


a) FTP
b) HTTP
c) SMTP
d) DHCP
Answer: b) HTTP
7. What does IP stand for in networking?
a) Internal Protocol
b) Internet Protocol
c) Integrated Protocol
d) Initial Protocol
Answer: b) Internet Protocol
8. Which device is used to connect multiple computers in a network?
a) Router
b) Switch
c) Modem
d) Printer
Answer: b) Switch
9. What does DNS stand for?
a) Domain Numbering System
b) Direct Network Service
c) Domain Name System
d) Distributed Network System
Answer: c) Domain Name System
10. The OSI model has how many layers?
a) 5
b) 6
c) 7
d) 8
Answer: c) 7

Operating Systems

11. Which of the following is not an operating system?


a) Windows
b) Linux
c) Oracle
d) macOS
Answer: c) Oracle
12. The primary purpose of an operating system is to:
a) Manage software applications
b) Handle user inputs and outputs
c) Manage computer hardware resources
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
13. What is the full form of GUI?
a) Graphic User Interface
b) Graphical User Integration
c) Graphic Universal Interaction
d) General User Interface
Answer: a) Graphic User Interface
14. Which of the following is a command-line operating system?
a) Windows
b) DOS
c) macOS
d) Android
Answer: b) DOS
15. A collection of programs that control a computer is called:
a) Software
b) Firmware
c) Hardware
d) Peripheral
Answer: a) Software

MS Office

16. Which shortcut key is used to copy text in MS Word?


a) Ctrl + X
b) Ctrl + V
c) Ctrl + C
d) Ctrl + Z
Answer: c) Ctrl + C
17. Which function is used to calculate the sum of a range in MS Excel?
a) =SUM()
b) =ADD()
c) =TOTAL()
d) =COUNT()
Answer: a) =SUM()
18. In PowerPoint, which shortcut is used to start a slideshow?
a) F2
b) F5
c) F7
d) F10
Answer: b) F5
19. What is the extension of an MS Excel file?
a) .docx
b) .pptx
c) .xlsx
d) .pdf
Answer: c) .xlsx
20. Which feature in MS Word is used to align text evenly between margins?
a) Left Align
b) Right Align
c) Center Align
d) Justify
Answer: d) Justify

Programming Basics

21. Which of the following is not a programming language?


a) Python
b) HTML
c) Java
d) C++
Answer: b) HTML
22. What does 'HTML' stand for?
a) HyperText Markup Language
b) HighText Machine Language
c) HyperText Markdown Language
d) HyperTool Markup Language
Answer: a) HyperText Markup Language
23. Which symbol is used to end a statement in C language?
a) .
b) ;
c) :
d) ,
Answer: b) ;
24. What is the full form of IDE in programming?
a) Integrated Development Environment
b) Integrated Design Environment
c) Initial Development Engine
d) Interactive Development Editor
Answer: a) Integrated Development Environment
25. In Python, what data type does the function type(3.14) return?
a) int
b) float
c) str
d) complex
Answer: b) float

Cybersecurity

26. A computer program that replicates itself is called a:


a) Trojan
b) Virus
c) Worm
d) Spyware
Answer: c) Worm
27. What does SSL stand for?
a) Secure Socket Layer
b) Secured System Link
c) System Security Level
d) Secure Server Layer
Answer: a) Secure Socket Layer
28. What is the purpose of a firewall?
a) To enhance hardware performance
b) To block unauthorized access
c) To repair system errors
d) To encrypt data
Answer: b) To block unauthorized access
29. Phishing attacks are targeted towards:
a) Hardware systems
b) Websites
c) Users' personal information
d) Network hardware
Answer: c) Users' personal information
30. Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?
a) Ransomware
b) Spyware
c) Adware
d) Firmware
Answer: d) Firmware

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