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Basic Questions

1. What is computer?
o A computer is an electronic device that processes data and
performs tasks according to instructions.
2. What are the main parts of a computer?
o Monitor, CPU, Keyboard, Mouse.
3. What is software?
o Software is a set of instructions that tells the computer how to
perform a specific task.
4. What is hardware?
o Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer like
the monitor, keyboard, and hard drive.
5. What is an operating system?
o An operating system (OS) is software that manages computer
hardware and software resources (e.g., Windows, macOS).
6. What is a keyboard?
o A keyboard is an input device used to type text and numbers into
a computer.
7. What is a mouse?
o A mouse is a pointing device used to interact with items on the
screen.
8. What is a desktop?
o A desktop is the main screen area that you see after the computer
starts up.
9. What is a file?
o A file is a document or data stored on a computer.
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10.What is a folder?
o A folder is a virtual location where files are stored to keep them
organized.

Short Questions

1. What does CPU stand for?

o Central Processing Unit.
2. What is the full form of RAM?
o Random Access Memory.
3. What is the function of the monitor?
o To display information visually.
4. What does URL stand for?
o Uniform Resource Locator.
5. What is the shortcut key to cut text?
o Ctrl + X.
6. Which key is used to refresh a webpage?
o F5.
7. What is the function of Ctrl + S?
o Save the current document.
8. Which device is used to take printouts?
o Printer.
9. What is the use of Ctrl + Z?
o Undo the last action.
10.What is a web browser?
o A software application for accessing information on the World
Wide Web.

Common Shortcut Keys:

1. Ctrl + C – Copy
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2. Ctrl + V – Paste
3. Ctrl + X – Cut
4. Ctrl + Z – Undo
5. Ctrl + Y – Redo
6. Ctrl + S – Save
7. Ctrl + P – Print
8. Ctrl + A – Select All
9. Alt + Tab – Switch between open applications
10.F5 – Refresh webpage
11.Ctrl + N – New document or window
12.Ctrl + F – Find text in a document or webpage
13.Alt + F4 – Close the current window
14.Ctrl + Shift + Esc – Open Task Manager
15.Ctrl + Shift + T – Reopen the last closed tab in a browser

Additional Questions

1. What is an input device? Give examples.

o An input device is a hardware device used to enter data into a
computer. Examples include a keyboard, mouse, scanner, and
microphone.
2. What is an output device? Give examples.
o An output device displays or projects data from a computer.
Examples include a monitor, printer, and speakers.
3. What is the use of the Internet?
o The Internet is used to access information, communicate with
others, and perform various tasks like online shopping,
education, and entertainment.
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4. What is a search engine? Give examples.

o A search engine is a software system designed to search for
information on the web. Examples include Google, Bing, and
Yahoo.
5. What is a spreadsheet?
o A spreadsheet is a program that allows users to organize data
in rows and columns, perform calculations, and create graphs.
Microsoft Excel is an example of a spreadsheet program.
6. What is a web page?
o A web page is a document that is accessible through the
Internet, typically written in HTML and displayed in a web
browser.
7. What is the function of the recycle bin?
o The Recycle Bin temporarily stores deleted files in Windows,
allowing users to restore them if needed.
8. What is the difference between hardware and software?
o Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer,
while software is the set of programs and instructions that run
on the computer.
9. What are viruses and how can you protect your computer from
them?
o A virus is a harmful program designed to disrupt or damage
computer operations. You can protect your computer by
installing antivirus software, avoiding suspicious emails or
websites, and regularly updating your software.

More Short Questions

1. What is the full form of USB?

o Universal Serial Bus.
2. What is a database?
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o A database is an organized collection of data that can be easily

accessed, managed, and updated.
3. What is the full form of ROM?
o Read-Only Memory.
4. What is multitasking?
o Multitasking is the ability of a computer to run multiple
programs or tasks simultaneously.
5. What does HTML stand for?
o HyperText Markup Language.
6. What is the function of a router?
o A router connects different networks and directs data traffic
between them.
7. What is the purpose of a hard disk?
o A hard disk is used for storing data on a computer.
8. What is cloud computing?
o Cloud computing is the delivery of computing services such as
storage, servers, databases, and software over the Internet
("the cloud").
9. What is the use of Ctrl + P?
o To print the current document or page.
10. What is a byte?
o A byte is a unit of data that typically consists of 8 bits.

More Common Shortcut Keys:

1. Ctrl + O – Open a file

2. Ctrl + E – Align text to the centre in a document
3. Ctrl + R – Align text to the right in a document
4. Ctrl + L – Align text to the left in a document
5. Ctrl + T – Open a new tab in a browser
6. Ctrl + W – Close the current tab or document
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7. Ctrl + D – Bookmark the current page in a browser

8. Ctrl + H – Open the browser’s history
9. F12 – Open Developer Tools in most web browsers
10. Shift + Delete – Permanently delete a file without sending it to
the Recycle Bin

Additional Questions and Answers

1. What is URL?
o A URL (Uniform Resource Locator) is the address used to
access web pages on the Internet.
2. What is the difference between LAN and WAN?
o LAN (Local Area Network) is a network that covers a small
geographic area, like a home, school, or office. WAN (Wide Area
Network) covers a large geographic area, such as a city,
country, or even globally.
3. What is the full form of Wi-Fi?
o Wireless Fidelity.
4. What is a GUI?
o GUI (Graphical User Interface) is a type of user interface that
allows users to interact with electronic devices through
graphical icons and visual indicators rather than text-based
commands.
5. What is a hyperlink?
o A hyperlink is a link in a document or webpage that allows
users to navigate to another document or webpage when
clicked.
6. What is the difference between a web browser and a search
engine?
o A web browser is software that allows users to view and
navigate web pages (e.g., Google Chrome, Firefox), while a
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search engine is a tool that helps find web pages on the

Internet (e.g., Google, Bing).
7. What is an algorithm?
o An algorithm is a set of step-by-step instructions designed to
perform a specific task or solve a problem.
8. What is a compiler?
o A compiler is a software program that translates code written
in a programming language into machine language so that the
computer can execute it.
9. What is an IP address?
o An IP address (Internet Protocol address) is a unique number
assigned to each device connected to the Internet, which helps
identify and locate the device.
10. What is a spreadsheet used for?
o A spreadsheet is used to organize, calculate, and analyze data
in rows and columns. It can perform mathematical operations
and create graphs or charts.
11. What is phishing?
o Phishing is a type of cyber attack where attackers try to steal
sensitive information (such as usernames, passwords, and
credit card details) by pretending to be a trustworthy entity in
electronic communication.
12. What is the function of the taskbar in Windows?
o The taskbar in Windows is used to display open applications
and provides quick access to the Start menu, search, and other
utilities.
13. What is a text editor?
o A text editor is a program that allows users to create and edit
plain text files. Examples include Notepad and TextEdit.
14. What is the function of the "Enter" key on the keyboard?
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o The "Enter" key is used to start a new line in a text document

or to execute a command or confirm an action.
15. What is an icon?
o An icon is a small graphical representation of a program, file, or
function on a computer screen that users can click to open or
execute.
16. What is cloud storage?
o Cloud storage is a service that allows users to store data on
remote servers accessed through the Internet, instead of on a
local computer or hard drive (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox).
17. What is the difference between saving and saving as?
o Saving updates the existing file with any changes made. Save
As allows you to save a copy of the current file with a new
name or in a different location.

Shorter Questions and Answers

1. What is the full form of HTTP?

o Hypertext Transfer Protocol.
2. What is the full form of PDF?
o Portable Document Format.
3. What is Bluetooth?
o Bluetooth is a wireless technology used to exchange data over
short distances between devices.
4. What is the main function of RAM?
o RAM (Random Access Memory) temporarily stores data that is
being used by the computer while it is on.
5. What is the use of Ctrl + N in a web browser?
o Opens a new window.
6. What is the use of Ctrl + B in a document?
o Bold the selected text.
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7. What is the function of F2?

o Renames a selected file or folder.
8. What is the use of Ctrl + Shift + N in a browser?
o Opens a new incognito window.
9. What is an antivirus?
o An antivirus is a program that detects, prevents, and removes
malicious software (viruses) from computers.
10. What is the purpose of Ctrl + H in most applications?
o Opens the history or search/replace dialog, depending on the
application.

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