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. Who among the following gave the first theory related to computer software?
[A] Ada Lovelace
[B] Alan Turing
[C] Steve Jobs
[D] Bill Gates
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [Alan Turing]
Notes:
The first theory about software prior to creation of computers was proposed by Alan Turing in his 1935.This eventually led to the creation of the academic fields of computer science and software engineering.
22. What does the SCCM stands for?
[A] System Center Configuration Manager
[B] Software Center Configuration Manager
[C] Software Configuration Checking Manager
[D] None of the Above
Show Answer
Correct Answer: A [System Center Configuration Manager]
Notes:
SCCM stands for System Center Configuration Manager. SCCM is a software management suite provided by Microsoft that allows users to manage a large number of Windows based computers.
23. What is the name given to the computer software that is still in the early testing phase?
[A] Alpha Software
[B] Pre-installed Software
[C] Initial Phase Software
[D] Child Software
Show Answer
Correct Answer: A [Alpha Software]
Notes:
Alpha software is computer software that is still in the early testing phase. It is functional enough to be used, but is unpolished and often lacks many of the features.
24. Which of the following is the scripting and programming language developed by John .H.Thompson for use in Adobe Director?
[A] Java
[B] Lingo
[C] VBA
[D] Ruby
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [Lingo]
Notes:
Lingo is a verbose object-oriented scripting language developed by John H. Thompson for use in Adobe Director. Lingo is used to develop desktop application software, interactive kiosks, CD-ROMs and Adobe Shockwave content.
25. What is the full form of IMDBMS?
[A] In-Memory database management system
[B] In-Module database management system
[C] Indian Memory database management system
[D] None of the Above
Show Answer
Correct Answer: A [In-Memory database management system]
Notes:
IMDBMS stands for In-memory database management system. It provides faster response times and better performance. It is a database management system that predominantly relies on main memory for data storage, management and manipulation.
26. Which of the following are being managed by a database management systems
[A] Data
[B] Database Engine
[C] Database Schema
[D] All of the Above
Show Answer
Correct Answer: D [All of the Above]
Notes:
The DBMS manages three important things: the data, the database engine and the database schema. The database schema defines the database’s logical structure.
27. Which of the following are found in abundance in a relational database?
[A] Keys
[B] Tables
[C] Records
[D] Sets
Show Answer
Correct Answer: B [Tables]
Notes:
In Relational model, data is stored in tables and is represented in form of tuples. RDBMS is used to manage Relational database. Relational database is a collection of organized set of tables related to each other, and from which data can be accessed easily.
28. Which one of the following is a discontinued computer network operating system developed by Novell, Inc.?
[A] Netware
[B] Novellware
[C] IPX network
[D] None of the Above
Show Answer
Correct Answer: A [Netware]
Notes:
NetWare is a discontinued computer network operating system developed by Novell, Inc. It uses IPX network protocol.
29. Which of the following can be the source of data?
[A] Computer
[B] Telephone handset
[C] Video Camera
[D] All of the above
Show Answer
Correct Answer: D [All of the above]
Notes:
Typically the source of data is a computer, but it can be any other electronic equipment such as telephone handset, video camera, etc, which can generate data for transmission to some destination.
30. What is the full form of GSM?
[A] Geographic System for Mobile
[B] Great System of Mobile
[C] Geographic Special Mobile
[D] Global System for Mobile
Show Answer
Correct Answer: D [Global System for Mobile]
Notes:
GSM stands for Global System for Mobile. Before this it was known as Group Special Mobile. As GSM increases its global presence, the term was changed to Global System for Mobile.
