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.
11. Which of the following are features of a subnotebook?
[A] Small physical dimensions
[B] Larger than hand-held computers
[C] Run complete versions of desktop/laptop OS
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: D [All of the above]
Notes:
A subnotebook has all the features of a standard laptop computer but it has smaller physical dimensions. They are larger than hand-held computers and usually play on full-versions of the desktop/laptop OS.
12. A computer cannot boot if it does not have which of the following?
[A] Compiler
[B] Loader
[C] Operating System
[D] Assembler
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Correct Answer: C [Operating System]
Notes:
An operating system is the most important software that runs on a computer. It manages the computer’s memory and processes, as well as all of its software and hardware.
13. Which is the memory that works on time sharing principle in order to create an illusion of infinite memory space?
[A] Cache memory
[B] Register
[C] Virtual memory
[D] Primary memory
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Correct Answer: C [Virtual memory]
Notes:
Virtual memory is that uses hardware and software to allow a computer to compensate for physical memory shortages by temporarily transferring data from random access memory (RAM) to disk storage.
14. Which of the following is the ability of a system to jump directly to the requested data?
[A] Sequential Access
[B] Random Access
[C] Quick Access
[D] All of the Above
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Correct Answer: B [Random Access]
Notes:
Random-access memory is a form of computer data storage that stores data and machine code currently being used. A random-access memory device allows data items to be read or written in almost the same amount of time irrespective of the physical location of data inside the memory.
15. Which of the following is responsible for the fixed disk error?
[A] Slow RAM
[B] Slow Processor
[C] Incorrect CMOS settings
[D] None of the Above
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Correct Answer: C [Incorrect CMOS settings]
Notes:
CMOS is the term usually used to describe the small amount of memory on a computer motherboard that stores the BIOS settings.
16. What is the term used for verification of a login name and password in computer terminology?
[A] Configuration
[B] Authentication
[C] Accessibility
[D] Logging
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Correct Answer: B [Authentication]
Notes:
Authentication is the process of identifying an individual, usually based on a username and password. Authentication is distinct from authorization .
17. Which of the following are the essentials to maintain your computer?
[A] Back up data
[B] Organize installation disks
[C] Run antivirus and spyware scans
[D] All of the Above
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Correct Answer: D [All of the Above]
Notes:
Followings steps should be taken to maintain computer system: Back up data, Clean dust from your computer, Clean up your cabling, Organize your installation disks, Run antivirus and spyware scans regularly, Clean up your software, Clean up your OS, Update everything.
18. Which of the following are the another names for a PEN Drive?
[A] USB Flash Drive
[B] Gig Stick
[C] Thumb Drive
[D] All of the Above
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Correct Answer: D [All of the Above]
Notes:
Pen Drive is also known as a USB flash drive, thumb drive, pen drive, gig stick, flash stick, jump drive, disk key. It is a data storage device that includes flash memory with an integrated USB interface. It is typically removable, rewritable and much smaller than an optical disc.
19. What is the full form of SDLC?
[A] Software Developed Life Cycle
[B] Software Development Life Cycle
[C] Software Designing Life Cycle
[D] Software Developed Live Circuit
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Correct Answer: B [Software Development Life Cycle]
Notes:
Software Development Life Cycle is the systematic development of software by following every stage in the development process namely, Requirement Gathering, System Analysis, Design, Coding, Testing, Maintenance and Documentation etc.
20. Which of the following programs remains in the memory while other programs are executing?
[A] Non Resident Program
[B] Resident Program
[C] Permanent Program
[D] None of the Above
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Correct Answer: B [Resident Program]
Notes:
A resident program is a computer program that uses a system call in DOS operating systems to return control of the computer to the operating system.
