Computer Science/IT MCQs
Topic Notes: Computer Science/IT
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
1
CAD software is most likely to be utilized by:
Answer:
Engineers
CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software is primarily used by engineers and architects for designing products and structures.
2
Which Windows component enables you to move content from one document to another?
Answer:
Briefcase
The clipboard is the system area used to temporarily hold content (text, images, files, etc.) while transferring or copying it between documents or applications.
3
What is the purpose of journaling in a file system?
Answer:
To keep a log of changes before they are made to the file system
Journaling helps to prevent data corruption in the event of a power failure or system crash.
4
The procedure used to identify and fix errors in software code is known as _____.
Answer:
Debugging
Debugging is the process through which programmers identify and remove errors from code.
5
Where is the Basic Input Output System (BIOS) stored in a computer?
Answer:
ROM
The BIOS is stored in Read Only Memory (ROM), preserving its functionality even when the computer is powered off.
6
Windows can run:
Answer:
All of above
Windows is a multitasking operating system that allows running any number of applications simultaneously, limited only by system resources.
7
Which shutdown method is also known as a "Warm Boot"?
Answer:
Restart
Restarting (Warm Boot) reboots the computer without turning off power, often used after updates or changes.
8
Multitasking is also known as:
Answer:
Time-sharing
Multitasking, in an operating system, is allowing a user to perform more than one computer task (such as the operation of an application program) at a time. The operating system is able to keep track of where you are in these tasks and go from one to the other without losing information.
9
A directory in computing is most similar to a:
Answer:
Folder
Directories and folders both serve to organize and contain files on a storage device.
10
Which operating system uses short file names?
Answer:
DOS
DOS (Disk Operating System) uses the 8.3 short file name format, limiting file names to 8 characters plus a 3 character extension.