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What is the primary purpose of a computer’s operating system?

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To manage hardware and software resources and provide services for computer programs.

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True or False: A compiler translates high-level code into machine code.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The four main components of a computer are input, output, ______, and storage.

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processing

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What does ‘CPU’ stand for?

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Central Processing Unit

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Which of the following is not a programming language? A) Python B) HTML C) Java D) Microsoft

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D) Microsoft

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What is an algorithm?

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A step-by-step procedure or formula for solving a problem.

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True or False: RAM is a type of non-volatile memory.

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False

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What does ‘URL’ stand for?

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Uniform Resource Locator

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In programming, what is a variable?

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A storage location identified by a name that holds a value.

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What type of loop will execute at least once?

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A do-while loop

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Fill in the blank: The two main types of software are system software and ______ software.

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application

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What is the purpose of a database?

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To store, organize, and manage data.

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True or False: HTML is used for creating the structure of web pages.

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True

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Which of the following is an example of an operating system? A) Microsoft Word B) Windows C) Google Chrome D) Adobe Photoshop

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B) Windows

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What does ‘HTTP’ stand for?

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HyperText Transfer Protocol

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What is the function of an IDE in programming?

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An Integrated Development Environment provides tools for writing, testing, and debugging code.

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Fill in the blank: The main memory of a computer is referred to as ______.

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RAM

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What is a syntax error?

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A mistake in the code that violates the rules of the programming language.

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True or False: A binary number system is base 10.

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False

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What is the role of a router in a network?

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To direct data packets between different networks.

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Which of the following data types is used to store text? A) Integer B) String C) Boolean D) Float

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B) String

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What does ‘SQL’ stand for?

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Structured Query Language

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What is the purpose of a firewall?

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To protect a network by controlling incoming and outgoing traffic.

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Fill in the blank: The process of finding and fixing errors in software is called ______.

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debugging

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What is an operating system's kernel?
The core component that manages system resources and communication between hardware and software.
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True or False: Python is a statically typed language.
False
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What is the function of a compiler?
To convert source code written in a high-level language into machine code.
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What does 'GUI' stand for?
Graphical User Interface
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Which programming concept uses 'if' statements?
Conditional statements
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the main part of a computer that performs calculations and processing.
CPU
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What is the purpose of version control systems?
To manage changes to source code over time.
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True or False: The Internet and the World Wide Web are the same thing.
False
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What is a network topology?
The arrangement of different elements (links, nodes) in a computer network.
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Which of the following is an example of a relational database? A) MongoDB B) MySQL C) Redis D) Cassandra
B) MySQL
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What is the difference between HTTP and HTTPS?
HTTPS is HTTP with encryption for secure communication.
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Fill in the blank: A ______ is a collection of related data stored in a structured format.
database
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What is a function in programming?
A reusable block of code that performs a specific task.
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True or False: CSS is used to style HTML documents.
True
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What is the purpose of a browser?
To access and display web pages from the Internet.
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Which of the following is a type of malware? A) Antivirus B) Firewall C) Virus D) Router
C) Virus
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What is the main function of an API?
To allow different software applications to communicate with each other.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the part of the computer that displays output to the user.
monitor
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What does 'IoT' stand for?
Internet of Things
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True or False: A spreadsheet application is primarily used for text editing.
False
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What is the purpose of data encryption?
To protect data by converting it into a secure format.
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What are the two types of memory in a computer?
Volatile and non-volatile memory
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Fill in the blank: The main advantage of cloud computing is ______.
scalability
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What is a socket in networking?
An endpoint for sending or receiving data across a network.
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True or False: An IP address uniquely identifies a device on a network.
True
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What is the main purpose of a search engine?
To retrieve and rank web pages based on user queries.
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Which of the following is a logical operator? A) AND B) OR C) NOT D) All of the above
D) All of the above
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What is the difference between a stack and a queue?
A stack is Last In First Out (LIFO) and a queue is First In First Out (FIFO).
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Fill in the blank: A ______ is a collection of related web pages.
website
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What does 'DNS' stand for?
Domain Name System
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True or False: A loop that never ends is called an infinite loop.
True
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What is the purpose of a proxy server?
To act as an intermediary between a client and another server.
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What is a primary key in a database?
A unique identifier for a record in a table.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the part of the computer that stores data permanently.
hard drive
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What is cloud storage?
A service that allows users to store data on remote servers accessed via the Internet.
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Which protocol is used for secure data transmission over the Internet?
HTTPS
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What is a data structure?
A way of organizing and storing data for efficient access and modification.
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True or False: An algorithm must always produce a result.
True
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What is the purpose of a software update?
To fix bugs, improve functionality, and enhance security.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is a set of rules that defines how data is transmitted over a network.
protocol
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What is the function of a debugger?
To identify and remove errors from computer programs.
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What does 'VPN' stand for?
Virtual Private Network
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Which of the following is a markup language? A) Python B) Java C) HTML D) C++
C) HTML
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What is the primary function of an operating system?
To manage the computer's hardware and software resources.
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Fill in the blank: A ______ is a program that performs a specific task for the user.
software application
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True or False: A byte consists of 8 bits.
True
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What is the purpose of a checksum?
To verify the integrity of data during transmission.
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What is the difference between a compiler and an interpreter?
A compiler translates the entire code at once, while an interpreter translates code line by line.
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What is a network protocol?
A set of rules governing the communication between network devices.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is a type of malware that disguises itself as legitimate software.
trojan
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What is the primary use of a spreadsheet?
To organize, analyze, and store data in tabular form.
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True or False: An array can hold multiple values of the same data type.
True
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What is the purpose of a software library?
To provide a collection of pre-written code that can be reused in programs.
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What is the function of a web server?
To host websites and serve web pages to clients over the Internet.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is the part of the computer that connects all components together.
motherboard
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What does 'SSH' stand for?
Secure Shell
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Which of the following is a feature of object-oriented programming? A) Encapsulation B) Inheritance C) Polymorphism D) All of the above
D) All of the above
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What is a software development lifecycle (SDLC)?
A process for planning, creating, testing, and deploying software.
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Fill in the blank: The ______ is an interface that allows users to interact with a computer.
user interface
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True or False: A class is a blueprint for creating objects in programming.
True

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