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
311
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.
312
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.
313
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.
314
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.
315
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.
316
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.
317
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.
318
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.
319
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.
320
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.