Computer Basics Quiz
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Computer Basics Quiz

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Which shortcut key combination hides the entire row in a spreadsheet?

  • CTRL + C
  • CTRL + -
  • CTRL + 0
  • CTRL + 9 (correct)
  • Which of the following transmission types allows data to flow in both directions but not simultaneously?

  • Duplex
  • Simplex
  • Full-duplex
  • Half-duplex (correct)
  • Which network device operates at the transport layer of the OSI model and is responsible for segmenting data?

  • Bridge
  • Switch
  • Router (correct)
  • Hub
  • Which technique combines multiple input signals into one composite signal for better transmission efficiency?

    <p>Multiplexing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which reliable transport protocol is known for its error detection and flow control?

    <p>TCP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the register that tracks the next instruction to be executed?

    <p>Program Counter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does UDP stand for in networking protocols?

    <p>User Datagram Protocol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of communication allows data to flow in only one direction?

    <p>Simplex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol is best suited for file transfers between devices?

    <p>FTP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following components is considered a Layer 2 device in network communications?

    <p>Switch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Internet service that provides a multimedia interface to available resources?

    <p>World Wide Web</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which domain is typically used by for-profit businesses?

    <p>.com</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly identifies a collection of web pages and the first page opened on a website?

    <p>Website, home page</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a half-duplex communication system?

    <p>Walkie-talkies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a version of Windows?

    <p>9</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In MS Excel, which shortcut keys are used to create a formula to sum all cells?

    <p>Alt+=</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the OSI model handles addressing and routing messages between different networks?

    <p>Network layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On which layer of the OSI model does a gateway operate?

    <p>Network Layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symbol must be used before a formula in an Excel sheet?

    <p>=</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the shortcut key for centering alignment of text in MS Office software?

    <p>Ctrl+E</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which server is primarily used to host websites?

    <p>Webserver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is used to allocate and manage resources for a network?

    <p>Server</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What set of attributes uniquely identifies a record?

    <p>Super key</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a double rectangle represent in ER diagrams?

    <p>Total participation of an entity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of printer uses pins striking an ink ribbon?

    <p>Dot matrix printer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a Trojan horse?

    <p>To steal sensitive information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of memory appears as main storage but is mostly supported by secondary storage?

    <p>Virtual memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is used by floppy drives, hard drives, and tape drives to read data?

    <p>Magnets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of memory typically stores data for a short amount of time?

    <p>RAM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is often a characteristic of multi-valued attributes in data modeling?

    <p>They can hold more than one value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of printer is printing achieved by deflecting a laser beam onto a photosensitive surface of a drum?

    <p>Laser printer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is another term for the main memory of a computer?

    <p>All of these</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a primary input device for a computer?

    <p>Keyboard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of computer monitor uses an electron beam to create an image on the screen?

    <p>Cathode Ray Tube</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do we call the place where accessories are connected in a computer?

    <p>Port</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many bits are equal to 1 Byte?

    <p>8</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the popular name for a flash drive?

    <p>Pen drive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about EPROM is correct?

    <p>Ultraviolet rays are used to erase the data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following consists of an electronic writing area and a special 'pen' that works with it?

    <p>Graphics tablet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is a type of computer peripheral?

    <p>Mouse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of memory is non-volatile?

    <p>ROM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary memory of a personal computer consists of which of the following?

    <p>Both RAM and ROM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of memory are the boot sector files stored?

    <p>ROM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is correct regarding the main memory of a computer?

    <p>Power loss results in data loss in main memory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of memory has the fastest access speed?

    <p>CPU Register</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about cache memory is not correct?

    <p>Cache memory is slower than RAM.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ROM can be erased and reprogrammed by ultraviolet light?

    <p>EPROM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical size of a computer accumulator register?

    <p>5 bits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of volatile memory?

    <p>RAM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Printer Technology

    • Printing is achieved by deflecting a laser beam onto a photosensitive surface in Laser printers.
    • Dot Matrix printers use a print head with pins striking an ink ribbon for character production.

    Memory Concepts

    • Main memory can be referred to as primary storage, internal memory, or primary memory.
    • Flash drives are commonly known as pen drives; they are portable storage devices.
    • Memory types can be categorized as volatile (e.g., RAM) and non-volatile (e.g., ROM).

    Input and Output Devices

    • The keyboard serves as a primary input device for computers, while monitors display output.
    • Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) monitors use an electron beam to create images on the screen.
    • Ports are designated connections on a computer for accessories.

    Shortcuts and Formatting in Software

    • In MS-Excel, the shortcut Alt+= allows users to quickly create a formula for summing all selected cells.
    • To hide an entire row, the shortcut is CTRL + 9.

    Networking and OSI Model

    • The Network layer is responsible for addressing and routing messages across different networks, while a Gateway operates on this layer.
    • Multiplexing combines multiple input signals for efficient transmission.

    Storage and Data Management

    • Data Registers keep track of the next instruction to be executed, and the Program Counter also plays a pivotal role in instruction sequencing.
    • Cache memory is faster than RAM and is used for short-term data storage, enhancing access speed to frequently used information.

    Cybersecurity

    • A Trojan horse primarily aims to steal sensitive information from computer systems.

    Web and Internet Basics

    • Websites consist of collections of web pages; the first page viewed is the home page.
    • .com domains are typically used by for-profit businesses.

    RAM and ROM

    • RAM is volatile; it requires a continuous power supply to retain data.
    • EPROM allows data to be erased using ultraviolet light and reprogrammed by the user or manufacturer.

    Additional Facts

    • The size of a computer's accumulator register is typically 5 bytes.
    • Half-duplex systems allow communication in both directions, but only one direction at a time, exemplified by walkie-talkies.

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