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
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The number of websites surpassed 1 billion in:
Answer:
2014
According to Netcraft's Web Server Survey, the number of websites on the internet first surpassed 1 billion in September 2014.
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What is a "cookie banner"?
Answer:
A pop-up window that asks you to consent to the use of cookies on a website
Cookie banners are required by law in some countries, such as the European Union.
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Which among these is an advantage of email?
Answer:
Convenience, speed of delivery, generality, and reliability
Email is valued for its ease, quick transmission, widespread use, and dependable delivery.
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How can you protect yourself from identity theft?
Answer:
All of the above
It is important to take steps to protect your personal information.
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What is a "botnet"?
Answer:
A network of private computers infected with malicious software and controlled as a group without the owners' knowledge, e.g., to send spam messages
Botnets are often used to carry out DDoS attacks.
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What is a "privacy policy"?
Answer:
A statement or a legal document that discloses some or all of the ways a party gathers, uses, discloses, and manages a customer or client's data
It is important to read the privacy policy of a website before you share any personal information.
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What does WWW stand for?
Answer:
World Wide Web
WWW stands for World Wide Web. It is an information system where documents and other web resources are identified by Uniform Resource Locators (URLs), which may be interlinked by hypertext, and are accessible over the Internet.
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Why should you be careful when using public Wi-Fi?
Answer:
Because public Wi-Fi networks are often unencrypted, which means that hackers can intercept your traffic and steal your personal information
It is best to avoid using public Wi-Fi for sensitive activities, such as online banking or shopping. If you must use public Wi-Fi, be sure to use a VPN.
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How can you protect yourself from data breaches?
Answer:
All of the above
There are a number of steps you can take to reduce your risk of being a victim of a data breach.
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What does HTML stand for?
Answer:
HyperText Markup Language
HTML is the standard markup language for documents designed to be displayed in a web browser.