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.
31. Which of the following device is used to convert the native data into signal?
[A] OCR
[B] Modem
[C] Printer
[D] Monitor
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Correct Answer: B [Modem]
Notes:
As data cannot be sent in its native form, it is necessary to convert it into signal. This is performed with the help of a transmitter such as modem.
32. Which of these standards is used to define Ethernet based networks?
[A] IEEE 802.1
[B] IEEE 802.3
[C] IEEE 802.7
[D] IEEE 802.11
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Correct Answer: B [IEEE 802.3]
Notes:
IEEE 802.3 is a set of standards put forth by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) that define Ethernet-based networks as well as the name of the working group assigned to develop these standards.
33. Who invented the World Wide Web?
[A] Robert Tappan
[B] Charles Babbage
[C] Tim Berners-Lee
[D] Niko Hodiko
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Correct Answer: C [Tim Berners-Lee]
Notes:
Tim Berners-Lee invented the World Wide Web in 1989. HTML documents were transmitted over the Internet by a web server to web browsers using Uniform Resource Locators.
34. What is meant by the terms ‘connect time’?
[A] Speed of data transfer in a connection
[B] Amount of time it took for user to make a connection to a remote computer
[C] Amount of time user is logged in to a remote computer
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Amount of time user is logged in to a remote computer]
Notes:
The amount of time a user is logged in to a remote computer is called as connect time. This becomes important in as many online services charge users per connect time.
35. Which among the following is the cheapest type of internet connection?
[A] Dial-up
[B] ISDN
[C] DSL
[D] Wireless Internet
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Correct Answer: A [Dial-up]
Notes:
Dial-up internet connection is the cheapest method to connect to the Internet. But it is a very slow connection and the quality is also not very good. The Internet speeds range from 2400 bps to 56 Kbps.
36. Which of the following website provides email service?
[A] Gmail
[B] Yahoo
[C] Hotmail
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: D [All of the above]
Notes:
Webmail is a site that provides a e-mail service. Gmail, Yahoo and Hotmail are some of the popular e-mail service providers.
37. What is the most popular social media platform in China?
[A] Facebook
[B] Instagram
[C] WeChat
[D] Twitter
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Correct Answer: C [WeChat]
Notes:
WeChat, developed by Tencent in 2011, is the most popular social media platform in China, with over 1 billion active users. Unlike Facebook or Instagram, it offers services beyond social networking, including digital payments, games, shopping, and even taxi booking. Its unprecedented integration into daily life contributes to its dominating position in the Chinese market.
38. Which of the following is not a gaming app?
[A] PUBG
[B] Clash of clans
[C] Candy Crush
[D] Line
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Correct Answer: D [Line]
Notes:
Line is a free android app for instant communications on electronic devices such as smartphones, tablet computers, and personal computers.
39. Which version of Windows introduced support for native 32-bit applications?
[A] Windows 95
[B] Windows XP
[C] Windows 98
[D] Windows NT
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Correct Answer: A [Windows 95]
Notes:
Windows 95 was the first version of windows introduced support for native 32-bit applications, plug and play hardware, preemptive multitasking, long file names of up to 255 characters, and provided increased stability over its predecessors.
40. Where are files moved in Windows after deletion?
[A] Recycle Bin
[B] Temp
[C] System
[D] My Documents
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Correct Answer: A [Recycle Bin]
Notes:
Recycle Bin in Windows is temporary storage for files that have been deleted but not yet permanently erased from the file system.
