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Dive deep into the fascinating world of Basic Computer Knowledge with our comprehensive set of Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs). This page is dedicated to exploring the fundamental concepts and intricacies of Basic Computer Knowledge, a crucial aspect of IT Fundamentals. In this section, you will encounter a diverse range of MCQs that cover various aspects of Basic Computer Knowledge, from the basic principles to advanced topics. Each question is thoughtfully crafted to challenge your knowledge and deepen your understanding of this critical subcategory within IT Fundamentals.

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Q321.
Which one of the following would be considered as a way that a computer virus can enter a computer system?

a.

Opening an application previously installed on the computer

b.

Borrowed an illegal copy of software

c.

Viewing a website without causing any additional transactions

d.

Running antivirus programs

Discuss
Answer: (b).Borrowed an illegal copy of software
Q322.
Programs such as Mozilla Firefox that serve as navigable windows into the Web are called ........

a.

Hypertext

b.

Network

c.

Internet

d.

Web Browsers

Discuss
Answer: (d).Web Browsers
Q323.
What is the main difference between a mainframe and a super computer?

a.

Super computer is much larger than mainframe computers.

b.

Super computers are much smaller than mainframe computers.

c.

Supercomputers are focused to execute few programs as fast as possible while mainframe uses its power to execute as many programs concurrently.

d.

Supercomputers are focused to execute as many programs as possible while mainframe uses its power to execute few programs as fast as possible.

Discuss
Answer: (c).Supercomputers are focused to execute few programs as fast as possible while mainframe uses its power to execute as many programs concurrently.
Q324.
What is the function of Recycle Bin?

a.

Store deleted file

b.

Store temporary file

c.

Store corrupted file

d.

Store Document file

Discuss
Answer: (a).Store deleted file
Q325.
Which is the latest version of MS Office?

a.

Office XP

b.

Windows XP

c.

Office 2007

d.

Office 2010

Discuss
Answer: (d).Office 2010
Q326.
Which device can not be shared in network?

a.

Projector

b.

Keyboard

c.

Scanner

d.

Printer

Discuss
Answer: (b).Keyboard
Q327.
The bar code which is used on all types of items, is read by a scanning device directly into the computer.What is the name of this scanning device?

a.

Laser scanner

b.

Wand

c.

OCR

d.

MICR

Discuss
Answer: (a).Laser scanner
Q328.
An essential difference between the operating system that runs a typical desktop computer and the operating system that runs a typical PDA is that .......

a.

the desktop OS has a graphical user interface whereas the PDA OS does not.

b.

the desktop OS can run several programs simultaneously whereas the PDA OS cannot.

c.

the desktop OS manages hardware resources whereas the PDA OS does not.

d.

the desktop computer has an OS whereas a PDA does not.

Discuss
Answer: (b).the desktop OS can run several programs simultaneously whereas the PDA OS cannot.
Q329.
A set of information that defines the status of resources allocated to a process is...

a.

Process control

b.

ALU

c.

Register Unit

d.

Process description

Discuss
Answer: (d).Process description
Q330.
The MS-DOS operating system is a .....

a.

graphical user interface, single-tasking operating system

b.

graphical user interface, multi-tasking operating system

c.

command-driven interface, single-tasking operating system

d.

command-driven interface, multi-tasking operating system

Discuss
Answer: (c).command-driven interface, single-tasking operating system
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