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. Structured programming languages such as C, COBOL and FORTRAN were used in which of the following computers?
[A] First Generation Computers
[B] Second Generation Computers
[C] Third Generation Computers
[D] Fourth Generation Computers
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Correct Answer: C [Third Generation Computers ]
Notes:
The period of third generation was from 1965-1971. The computers of third generation used Integrated Circuits (ICs) in place of transistors. Structured programming languages such as C, COBOL and FORTRAN were used in Third Generation computers.
2. What was UNIVAC?
[A] A computer
[B] A Super computer
[C] A software Programme
[D] A Computer Manufacturer
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Correct Answer: A [A computer]
Notes:
Universal Automatic Computer (UNIVAC) was innovated in 1940s that led to the first commercially successful computer.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Which of the following is a common property of a computer program?
[A] Terms of Reference
[B] Reference files
[C] Locality of Reference
[D] Line of Reference
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Correct Answer: C [Locality of Reference]
Notes:
A highly common property of a computer program is the locality of reference. This basically refers to accessing of the same values repeatedly and frequently holding these in registers for improvement of performance.
6. Who had conceived the idea of the first ever Graphical User Interface?
[A] Steve Jobs
[B] Douglas Engelbart
[C] Alan Kay
[D] Bill Gates
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Correct Answer: C [Alan Kay]
Notes:
The idea of the very first Graphical User Interface was conceived by Alan Kay. It was then pronounced as gooey.
7. What does the amplitude of an analog wave measure?
[A] Frequency
[B] Intensity
[C] Wavelength
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Intensity]
Notes:
The amplitude of an analog wave is a measure of its intensity which is related to the highest point called crest and the lowest point called trough.
8. 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.
9. Which of the following is not a characteristic of a desktop replacement computer?
[A] Full capabilities of a desktop
[B] Remains fixed and is not mobile
[C] Large display than most portable systems
[D] Powerful components
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Correct Answer: B [Remains fixed and is not mobile]
Notes:
Unlike desktops, the desktop replacement computer has full capabilities of the desktop computer but is not mobile. They are in the category of a bulkier laptop.
10. Which of the following system is also known as desknotes?
[A] Laptop
[B] Notebook
[C] DTR computer
[D] Nettops
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Correct Answer: C [DTR computer]
Notes:
A Desktop Replacement computer is also known as desknotes i.e. a combination of desktop and notebook.
