Computer Questions Flashcards

1
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What does CPU stand for?

A

Central Processing Unit

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2
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True or False: RAM is a type of permanent storage.

A

False

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3
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the main circuit board in a computer.

A

motherboard

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4
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What is the function of an operating system?

A

To manage computer hardware and software resources.

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5
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Which of the following is not an operating system? A) Windows B) Linux C) HTML

A

C) HTML

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6
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What does SSD stand for?

A

Solid State Drive

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7
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True or False: A byte consists of 8 bits.

A

True

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8
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What is the primary function of a graphics card?

A

To render images and video.

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9
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Which of the following is a type of malware? A) Antivirus B) Trojan C) Firewall

A

B) Trojan

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10
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is responsible for executing instructions in a computer.

A

CPU

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11
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What does HTML stand for?

A

HyperText Markup Language

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12
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True or False: A network switch operates at the application layer of the OSI model.

A

False

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13
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What is the purpose of a firewall?

A

To protect a network by controlling incoming and outgoing traffic.

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14
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Which of the following is an example of an input device? A) Monitor B) Keyboard C) Printer

A

B) Keyboard

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15
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What does URL stand for?

A

Uniform Resource Locator

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16
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Fill in the blank: _______ is the process of finding and fixing bugs in software.

17
Q

What is cloud computing?

A

The delivery of computing services over the internet.

18
Q

True or False: A VPN provides a secure connection over a less secure network.

19
Q

What does GUI stand for?

A

Graphical User Interface

20
Q

Which programming language is primarily used for web development? A) Java B) Python C) JavaScript

A

C) JavaScript

21
Q

What is the purpose of a database?

A

To store and manage data.

22
Q

Fill in the blank: The _______ is a collection of instructions that a computer can execute.

23
Q

What does IoT stand for?

A

Internet of Things

24
Q

True or False: SSDs are generally faster than HDDs.

25
What is phishing?
A type of cyber attack that attempts to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity.
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Which of the following is a type of software? A) CPU B) RAM C) Operating System
C) Operating System
27
What is the function of an API?
To allow different software applications to communicate with each other.