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.
21. How many phases does a compiler has?
[A] 3
[B] 5
[C] 7
[D] 8
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Correct Answer: D [8]
Notes:
The compilation process is a sequence of various phases. Each phase takes input from its previous stage, has its own representation of source program, and feeds its output to the next phase of the compiler. There are around 8 phases in a compiler.
22. Which of the following is the Calendar application developed by Mozilla Foundation?
[A] Sunbird
[B] Seabird
[C] Thunder
[D] Seamonkey
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Correct Answer: A [Sunbird]
Notes:
Mozilla Sunbird is a discontinued free and open-source, cross-platform calendar application that was developed by the Mozilla Foundation. Development of Sunbird was ended to focus on development of Mozilla Lightning.
23. What is the name given to the specialized application that is build for a specific business?
[A] Vertical Application
[B] Horizontal Application
[C] Both a and b
[D] None of the Above
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Correct Answer: A [Vertical Application]
Notes:
A vertical application is a specialized system that is built for a specific business. These applications require domain expertise and generally are not used by multiple groups or business units.
24. What is the name given to any software that is included with a new computer, hardware, or other software program?
[A] Bundled Software
[B] Pre-installed Software
[C] Both a and b
[D] Free Software
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Correct Answer: C [Both a and b]
Notes:
Bundle ware, pre-installed software, Bundled software is any software that is included with a new computer, hardware, or other software program. Bundled software is included at no additional cost to the user.
25. Which of the following languages was first conceived by Alain Colmerauer?
[A] Prolog
[B] FORTRAN
[C] Java
[D] COBOL
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Correct Answer: A [Prolog]
Notes:
The most characteristic features of the programming language Prolog are its built-in support for unification and backtracking. It was developed by Alain Colmerauer.
26. Which among the following are the basic components of a relational database model?
[A] Table
[B] Record
[C] Field
[D] All of the Above
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Correct Answer: D [All of the Above]
Notes:
In the relational database model, data is stored in relations, more commonly known as tables. Tables, records (sometimes known as tuples), and fields (sometimes known as attributes) are the basic components of a RDBMS.
27. What is the full form of IEC?
[A] International Electrotechnical Commission
[B] International Electrical Council
[C] Internet Embedded Commission
[D] None of the Above
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Correct Answer: A [International Electrotechnical Commission]
Notes:
IEC stands for International Electrotechnical Commission. Along with the ISO, the IEC controls the SQL standards and many others as well.
28. Which of the following is used to represent a Weak entity set?
[A] Line
[B] Diamond
[C] Double Diamond
[D] Double Rectangle
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Correct Answer: C [Double Diamond]
Notes:
In a relational database, a weak entity is an entity that cannot be uniquely identified by its attributes alone. It must use a foreign key in conjunction with its attributes to create a primary key.
29. Which of the following networking devices forwards data packets between computer networks?
[A] Router
[B] Gateway
[C] Switch
[D] Hub
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Correct Answer: A [Router]
Notes:
A router is a networking device that forwards data packets between computer networks. Routers perform the traffic directing functions on the Internet.
30. What is the full form of NIC?
[A] Network Interface Card
[B] Network Interface Censorship
[C] Node in Connection
[D] All of the Above
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Correct Answer: A [Network Interface Card]
Notes:
NIC stands for Network Interface Card. It is used to connect the computer to the external network. It will normally have a PCI connector to connect to one of the PC expansion slots.
