Conceptos sobre informática general

Question 1

What is the primary function of a computer’s CPU?

Answer 1

To process instructions and manage operations within the computer.

Question 2

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

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The operating system that manages hardware and software resources is known as the _______.

Answer 3

Operating System

Question 4

What does the acronym ‘HTTP’ stand for?

Answer 4

HyperText Transfer Protocol

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a programming language? A) HTML B) HTTP C) PDF D) Java

Answer 5

D) Java

Question 6

What is the purpose of an algorithm in computing?

Answer 6

To provide a step-by-step procedure for solving a problem.

Question 7

True or False: A database is used to store data in an organized manner.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

What is the function of a web browser?

Answer 8

To access and display content on the World Wide Web.

Question 9

Fill in the blank: A _______ is a collection of interconnected documents and resources on the Internet.

Answer 9

Website

Question 10

What type of software is used to create and edit documents?

Answer 10

Word Processing Software

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT an operating system? A) Windows B) Linux C) Microsoft Word D) macOS

Answer 11

C) Microsoft Word

Question 12

What does ‘URL’ stand for?

Answer 12

Uniform Resource Locator

Question 13

True or False: Cloud computing allows for data storage and processing over the Internet.

Answer 13

True

Question 14

What is the main purpose of cybersecurity?

Answer 14

To protect computer systems and networks from digital attacks.

Question 15

Fill in the blank: _______ is the practice of creating software applications.

Answer 15

Software Development

Question 16

What does ‘GUI’ stand for in computing?

Answer 16

Graphical User Interface

Question 17

Which of the following is an example of a hardware component? A) Java B) Monitor C) Database D) Algorithm

Answer 17

B) Monitor

Question 18

What is the role of a network in computing?

Answer 18

To connect computers and allow them to share resources and information.

Question 19

True or False: A firewall is used to block unauthorized access to a network.

Answer 19

True

Question 20

What is the primary purpose of an antivirus program?

Answer 20

To detect and remove malicious software from a computer.

Question 21

Fill in the blank: The process of converting data into a code to prevent unauthorized access is called _______.

Answer 21

Encryption

Question 22

What is the function of a compiler in programming?

Answer 22

To translate code written in a high-level language into machine language.

Question 23

Which of the following is a type of data structure? A) Array B) HTTP C) HTML D) URL

Answer 23

A) Array

Question 24

What does ‘IoT’ stand for?

Answer 24

Internet of Things

Question 25

True or False: A spreadsheet application is primarily used for database management.

Answer 25

False

Question 26

What is the primary use of a VPN?

Answer 26

To create a secure connection over a less secure network.