Computers and IT MCQs
Computer Awareness Questions and Quiz for Banking, IBPS, RRB, RBI, SBI, NABARD examinations of 2024-2025. Computer Awareness MCQs for Competitive Exams. GKToday Computer Awareness for IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, Bank PO, Bank Clerk and other entrance / competitive examinations.
1. Which among the following defines web2.0 most precisely?
[A] A New version of Internet
[B] A Series of technological improvements in World Wide Web
[C] A New labeling of old Softwares improved
[D] None of these
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Correct Answer: B [A Series of technological improvements in World Wide Web ]
Notes:
It is the second stage of internet. Web 2.0 refers to websites that emphasize user-generated content, ease of use, participatory culture and interoperability (i.e., compatible with other products, systems, and devices) for end users.
2. Which of the following transforms input data into output data?
[A] Peripherals
[B] RAM
[C] ROM
[D] CPU
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Correct Answer: D [CPU]
Notes:
Input data is transformed into output by central processing unit- CPU. It is the electronic circuit in a computer that executes the instructions that make up a program. It performs operations specified by the instructions.
3. While browsing internet, what do we call the area of storage that compensates for the different speeds of data flow or timings of events by temporarily holding a block of data that is waiting to be processed?
[A] Cache
[B] Buffer
[C] Flash
[D] Trash
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Correct Answer: B [Buffer]
Notes:
Buffering refers to downloading a certain amount of data before starting to play the music or movie. It manages the downloading data and temporarily holds the data as well.
4. For his major role in the development of computer chip ‘Pentium’, which Indian IT expert is called the ‘Father of Pentium’ ?
[A] Ajay Bhatt
[B] Anand Chandrasekher
[C] Vinod Dham
[D] Biswamohan Pani
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Correct Answer: C [Vinod Dham]
Notes:
Vinod Dham is an engineer, entrepreneur and venture capitalist; known as ‘Father of the Pentium Chip’ for his contribution to the development of Intel’s Pentium microprocessor.
5. Modern computers follow a generalised set of instructions to perform any function. What are these instructions better known as?
[A] Language
[B] Instructions
[C] Commands
[D] Programs
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Correct Answer: D [Programs]
Notes:
Computers follow a generalised set of instructions to perform various functions. These are known as programs. These let the computers to perform a huge range of tasks.
6. When did the Online Etymology Dictionary first attested the use of the word “computer” as one who calculates?
[A] 1630s
[B] 1680s
[C] 1670s
[D] 1640s
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Correct Answer: D [1640s]
Notes:
The Online Etymology Dictionary first attested the use of the word “computer” in the 1640s as one who calculates.
7. Which of the following is not the basic capability of a computer?
[A] Speed
[B] Accuracy
[C] Prediction
[D] Processing
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Correct Answer: C [Prediction]
Notes:
The basic functions of a computer include speed, accuracy, reliability, adaptability and storage. A computer cannot make predictions by itself. It can only make assessments based on the data which is fed into it.
8. Which of the following stands for the input function of the computer?
[A] Receiving or accepting information from outside sources
[B] Processing information in structured format
[C] Transforming raw data into information
[D] Store results for future use
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Correct Answer: A [Receiving or accepting information from outside sources]
Notes:
Input, storage, processing and output are four basic functions of the computer. Input basically stands for entering data or receiving or accepting information from outside sources.
9. Which of the following registers can hold both data and addresses?
[A] General Purpose Register
[B] Data Register
[C] Address Register
[D] Status Register
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Correct Answer: A [General Purpose Register]
Notes:
A General Purpose Register can hold both Data and Address. This means they are combined data/address registers.
10. Which of the following includes Logic Operations?
[A] AND
[B] XOR
[C] NOT
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: D [All of the above]
Notes:
Logic Operations involve Boolean logic: AND, OR, XOR and NOT. These are used for creating complicated conditional statements and processing boolean logic.
