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. One kilobyte has _____?
[A] 1000 bytes
[B] 128 bytes
[C] 1024 bytes
[D] 1036 bytes
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Correct Answer: C [1024 bytes]
Notes:
The kilobyte is equal to 1024 bytes (210 B), a common usage. The usage of the metric prefix kilo for binary multiples rose convenient, because 1024 is approximately 1000.
2. Which among the following is used for removing a software bug / defect which is available for free of cost from the software provider?
[A] Version
[B] update
[C] help
[D] patch
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Correct Answer: D [patch]
Notes:
A patch is a collective name of all the changes to a computer program aimed to update, fix, or improve it including addressing the security vulnerabilities and other bugs.
3. While working on Microsoft Word, which among the following is the command for “Undo”?
[A] Cntrl +A
[B] Cntrl +Z
[C] Cntrl +Y
[D] Cntrl +C
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Correct Answer: B [Cntrl +Z ]
Notes:
Undo is an interaction technique which is implemented in many computer programs. Cntrl +Z is the is for Undo in Microsoft word.
4. As a person working in internet banking environment, why you should be aware of the “Dictionary attack”?
[A] It is used to inject worms or viruses in the system
[B] It is used to determine a password
[C] It is used to access customer’s account by determining other details
[D] It is used for stealing info from the Credit Card
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Correct Answer: B [It is used to determine a password ]
Notes:
A dictionary attack is a method of breaking into a password-protected computer or server. It is done by systematically entering every word in a dictionary as a password. A dictionary attack is used as an attempt to decrypt a message or document.
5. In the Windows XP, what does XP stands for?
[A] Extra-Powerful
[B] Experience
[C] Extended Platform
[D] Experience Platform
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Correct Answer: B [Experience]
Notes:
Windows XP is an operating system introduced in 2001. It is from Microsoft’s Windows. The “XP” in Windows XP stands for eXPerience. Microsoft called the XP release its one of the most important product.
6. Which was the world’s first electronic digital programmable computer?
[A] Z3
[B] Colossus
[C] Enigma
[D] Z2
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Correct Answer: B [Colossus]
Notes:
Colossus was the world’s first electronic digital programmable computer which used a large number of valves.
7. In each of the computer parts, there are many trillions of electrical circuits which can be turned on or off with the help of an electronic switch. How are these arranged?
[A] Circuit Gates
[B] Circuit Bypass
[C] Logic Gates
[D] Data Knots
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Correct Answer: C [Logic Gates]
Notes:
Each of the electrical circuits is arranged in logic gates so that one of the circuits may control the other circuits.
8. Which among of the following was the world’s first electronic stored-program computer?
[A] Colossus
[B] ENIAC
[C] Manchester Baby
[D] EDVAC
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Correct Answer: C [Manchester Baby]
Notes:
The Manchester Baby was the world’s first electronic stored-program computer built at Victoria University of Manchester by Frederic C. Wiiliams.
9. How is data transmitted in analog computers?
[A] Continuous Signals
[B] Discrete Signals
[C] Intermittent Signals
[D] Interrupted Signals
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Correct Answer: A [Continuous Signals]
Notes:
In Analog computers, data is transmitted for operation in the form of continuous signals.
10. Which is the primary technical problem associated with hybrid computers?
[A] Reduction of Digital-computer noise
[B] Reduction of Analog-computer noise
[C] Increase of Digital-computer noise
[D] Increase of Analog-computer noise
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Correct Answer: A [Reduction of Digital-computer noise]
Notes:
The main technical problem associated with hybrid computers is the reduction of digital computer noise.
