1 year Advanced Diploma in Computer Softwares
1 year Advanced Diploma in Computer Software
Computer Fundamentals
- What is a computer?
a. A machine that accepts data and processes it into information.
b. A machine that accepts data and stores it.
c. A machine that accepts data and outputs it. - Who designed the Analytical Engine, serving as the basis for today's computers?
a) John V. Atanasoff
b) Clifford Berry
c) Charles Babbage
d) Dr. John Mauchly - What is Analytical Engine?
The Analytical Engine was designed by Charles Babbage in 1837 and is considered to be the concept for the first general mechanical computer1. It was one of the most successful achievements of Babbage. The design featured an ALU (arithmetic logic unit) and permitted basic programmatic flow control. It was programmed using punch cards (inspired by the Jacquard Loom).
As a beginner, the Analytical Engine can be described as a machine that was designed to perform mathematical calculations using punch cards. It was one of the earliest designs for a general-purpose computer and is considered to be the concept for the first general mechanical computer. - What are the parts of the computer that you can see and touch called?
a. Software b. Hardware c. Firmware - What are the instructions that direct the computer called?
a. Hardware b. Software c. Firmware - What is data?
a. Raw facts that you enter into the computer.
b. Processed information from the computer.
c. The output from the computer. - What is output?
a. Raw facts that you enter into the computer.
b. Processed information from the computer.
c. The output from the computer. - What is an example of input?
a. Processed information from the computer.
b. The output from the computer.
c. Words, numbers, sound and pictures. - What is an example of output?
a. Processed information from the computer.
b. The input to the computer.
c. Words, numbers, sound and pictures. - What are the three general categories of computers?
a. Supercomputer, Mainframe Computer, Personal Computer (PC)
b. Supercomputer, Mainframe Computer, Mobile Computer
c. Personal Computer (PC), Mobile Computer, Handheld Computer - Which type of computer is the fastest, largest, most powerful and most expensive?
a. Supercomputer
b. Mainframe Computer
c. Personal Computer (PC) - Which type of computer is smaller and less powerful than the supercomputer but still expensive?
a. Supercomputer
b. Mainframe Computer
c. Personal Computer (PC) - Which type of personal computers are there?
a. Macintosh (Macs) and PC compatibles (PC)
b. Macintosh (Macs) and Linux
c. PC compatibles (PC) and Linux - What are the two main differences between Macintosh (Macs) and PC compatibles (PC)? a.The operating systems and the processor they use.
b.The operating systems and the memory they use.
c.The processor they use and the memory they use. - What are mobile computers?
a.Notebook or laptop computers.
b.Handheld computers.
c.Tablet computers. - What are handheld computers?
a.Very small PCs that you can hold in your hand.
b.Very large PCs that you can hold in your hand.
c.Very small laptops. - What does any computer have regardless of its size?
a.Input device, output device and system unit.
b.Input device only.
c.Output device only. - Which computer built during the first generation was used for military purposes?
a) Atanasoff-Berry Computer (ABC)
b) Colossus
c) Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer (ENIAC)
d) Universal Automatic Computer (UNIVAC 1) - How much did the first general-purpose digital computer, ENIAC, weigh?
a) 10 tons
b) 18,000 tons
c) 30 tons
d) 50 tons - When was the first electronic digital computer, the Atanasoff-Berry Computer (ABC), built?
a) 1937
b) 1943
c) 1946
d) 1951 - What was the significant improvement in the second generation of computers?
a) Introduction of transistors
b) Invention of vacuum tubes
c) Development of operating systems
d) Introduction of computer programming languages - Which computer was the first to be introduced for commercial use during the second generation?
a) Atanasoff-Berry Computer (ABC)
b) UNIVAC 1
c) IBM 650
d) ENIAC - In which year did the IBM 650 and 700 series computers make their mark?
a) 1943
b) 1951
c) 1953
d) 1962 - How many computer programming languages were developed during the second generation?
a) Over 10
b) Over 50
c) Over 100
d) Over 200 - What type of storage media were used during the second generation of computers?
a) Vacuum tubes
b) Transistors
c) Tape and disk
d) Memory chips - What output devices were used during the second generation of computers?
a) Printers
b) Keyboards
c) Monitors
d) Scanners - What technological advancement marked the beginning of the third generation of computers?
a) Invention of vacuum tubes
b) Development of operating systems
c) Introduction of transistors
d) Invention of integrated circuits - What were the key characteristics of computers in the third generation?
a) Larger size and reduced reliability
b) Limited multitasking capabilities
c) Smaller size, increased power, and improved reliability
d) Inability to run multiple programs simultaneously - In which year was Microsoft Disk Operating System (MS-DOS) introduced?
a) 1963
b) 1980
c) 1981
d) 1990 - Which company introduced the personal computer (PC) for home and office use in 1981?
a) Microsoft
b) IBM
c) Apple
d) Intel - What was the significant feature of the Macintosh computer introduced by Apple?
a) Icon-driven interface
b) Multitasking capabilities
c) Integration of transistors
d) Compatibility with MS-DOS - Which operating system gained popularity in the 1990s?
a) Macintosh OS
b) Linux
c) MS-DOS
d) Windows - How has the computer been utilized in various areas of life?
a) Limited to scientific research
b) Used only in business environments
c) Applied in all areas of life
d) Restricted to educational institutions - What is the potential for the future development of computers?
a) Stagnation and no further advancements
b) Limited use in specific fields
c) Continuous new developments
d) Replacement by alternative technologies - What major advancement allowed computers to run many different programs simultaneously?
a) Introduction of integrated circuits
b) Development of operating systems
c) Invention of transistors
d) Use of vacuum tubes - When did IBM introduce the personal computer (PC) for home and office use?
a) 1963
b) 1980
c) 1981
d) 1990 - Which component of a computer is responsible for allowing the user to enter data?
a) Output device
b) System unit
c) Storage device
d) Input device - Which input device is used to type letters, numbers, and symbols into the computer?
a) Mouse
b) Scanner
c) Microphone
d) Keyboard - What is the purpose of a mouse as an input device?
a) To display information on a screen
b) To print information on paper
c) To copy from paper into the computer
d) To control the pointer and enter data - Which input device is used to copy from paper into the computer?
a) Keyboard
b) Mouse
c) Scanner
d) Microphone - Which input device is commonly used for voice input into the computer?
a) Mouse
b) Scanner
c) Microphone
d) Digital camera - Which input device allows you to take pictures that you can input into your computer?
a) Mouse
b) Scanner
c) Microphone
d) Digital camera - Which input device allows you to take both video and still images that you can input onto your computer?
a) Mouse
b) Scanner
c) PC video camera
d) Digital camera - Which output device displays information on a screen?
a) Monitor
b) Printer
c) Speaker
d) Microphone - Which output device prints information on paper?
a) Monitor
b) Printer
c) Speaker
d) Microphone - Which output device provides sound as an output?
a) Monitor
b) Printer
c) Speaker
d) Microphone - What is the purpose of an input device?
a) To give information to the user
b) To display information on a screen
c) To enter data into the computer
d) To print information on paper - Which input device allows you to control the pointer on the screen?
a) Keyboard
b) Mouse
c) Scanner
d) Microphone - Which output device provides a physical copy of information on paper?
a) Monitor
b) Printer
c) Speaker
d) Microphone - Which input device is commonly used for capturing images of documents or photographs?
a) Keyboard
b) Mouse
c) Scanner
d) Microphone - Which input device is used for capturing sound or voice input?
a) Keyboard
b) Mouse
c) Scanner
d) Microphone - Which output device allows you to see the information displayed by the computer?
a) Monitor
b) Printer
c) Speaker
d) Microphone - Which input device is used for capturing video recordings?
a) Mouse
b) Scanner
c) PC video camera
d) Digital camera - Which output device produces sound or audio output?
a) Monitor
b) Printer
c) Speaker
d) Microphone - Which input device allows you to capture still images?
a) Mouse
b) Scanner
c) PC video camera
d) Digital camera - Which output device provides a visual display of the computer's output?
a) Monitor
b) Printer
c) Speaker
d) Microphone - Which component inside the system unit converts electricity into a current that works for the computer?
a) Motherboard
b) Power supply
c) CPU
d) RAM - What is the function of the motherboard?
a) Holds the main internal components together
b) Converts electricity into a current
c) Controls information and tells other components what to do
d) Holds the information you are working with - Which card on the motherboard handles the graphics displayed on the monitor?
a) Sound card
b) Video card
c) Modem card
d) RAM card - What is the role of the CPU?
a) Converts electricity into a current
b) Holds the main internal components together
c) Controls information and tells other components what to do
d) Holds the information you are working with - Which type of memory holds information that you can only read and not erase?
a) RAM
b) ROM
c) CPU
d) Power supply - What is the purpose of a disk drive?
a) Holds the main internal components together
b) Converts electricity into a current
c) Controls information and tells other components what to do
d) Reads information from a disk - Which type of disk drive is generally hidden inside the computer?
a) Hard disk drive
b) Floppy disk drive
c) CD-Rom drive
d) DVD-Rom drive - Which component allows computers to communicate with each other?
a) Sound card
b) Video card
c) Modem card
d) RAM - What happens to the information stored in RAM when the computer is turned off?
a) It is erased
b) It is saved permanently
c) It is moved to ROM
d) It remains in RAM - Which component holds information that is always there, even when the computer is turned off?
a) RAM
b) ROM
c) CPU
d) Power supply - Which type of drive is accessible from the front of the system unit?
a) Hard disk drive
b) Floppy disk drive
c) CD-Rom drive
d) DVD-Rom drive - What does RAM stand for?
a) Random Access Memory
b) Read Only Memory
c) Central Processing Unit
d) Power Supply - Which component is considered the brain of the computer?
a) Power supply
b) Motherboard
c) CPU
d) Video card - What is the purpose of the power supply?
a) Holds the main internal components together
b) Converts electricity into a current
c) Controls information and tells other components what to do
d) Reads information from a disk - Which card on the motherboard operates the sound?
a) Sound card
b) Video card
c) Modem card
d) RAM card - What is the function of the modem card?
a) Holds the main internal components together
b) Converts electricity into a current
c) Controls information and tells other components what to do
d) Allows computers to communicate with each other - Which component inside the system unit is responsible for holding the main internal components together?
a) Power supply
b) Motherboard
c) CPU
d) RAM - What is the role of the video card on the motherboard?
a) Converts electricity into a current
b) Holds the main internal components together
c) Controls information and tells other components what to do
d) Handles the graphics displayed on the monitor - What type of memory holds the information you are working with while the computer is turned on?
a) RAM
b) ROM
c) CPU
d) Power supply - Which type of disk drive is generally hidden inside the computer?
a) Hard disk drive
b) Floppy disk drive
c) CD-Rom drive
d) DVD-Rom drive - What is software?
a) The electronic components inside the computer
b) The instructions that tell the computer what to do
c) The hardware components you can see and touch
d) The system unit of the computer - What are the two main categories of software?
a) System software and application software
b) Hardware software and software programs
c) Input software and output software
d) Computer software and electronic software - Which software controls all the operations of the computer and its devices?
a) System software
b) Application software
c) Operating system software
d) Hardware software - What is the most common operating system on a PC?
a) Windows operating system
b) Mac operating system
c) Linux operating system
d) Android operating system - Which type of software allows users to perform specific tasks on the computer?
a) System software
b) Operating system software
c) Application software
d) Hardware software - Which application software is commonly used for typing letters and assignments?
a) Word Processing Application
b) Spreadsheet Application
c) E-mail Application
d) Internet Application - Which application software is used for creating charts and performing calculations?
a) Word Processing Application
b) Spreadsheet Application
c) E-mail Application
d) Internet Application - Which application software is used for sending and receiving emails?
a) Word Processing Application
b) Spreadsheet Application
c) E-mail Application
d) Internet Application - Which application software allows you to connect to the Internet and browse websites?
a) Word Processing Application
b) Spreadsheet Application
c) E-mail Application
d) Internet Application - What does it mean to "install" software?
a) Load the software onto the hard disk of the computer
b) Uninstall the software from the computer
c) Repair any issues with the software
d) Update the software to a newer version - How should you care for your computer?
a) By regularly cleaning the hardware components
b) By installing as much software as possible
c) By overloading the hard disk with files and programs
d) By not using any protective measures - What is the purpose of system software?
a) To allow users to perform specific tasks on the computer
b) To control all the operations of the computer and its devices
c) To connect to the Internet and browse websites
d) To load the software onto the hard disk of the computer - Which operating system is commonly used on Mac computers?
a) Windows operating system
b) Mac operating system
c) Linux operating system
d) Android operating system - Which software category actually runs the computer?
a) System software
b) Application software
c) Operating system software
d) Hardware software - What is the function of a spreadsheet application?
a) Typing letters and assignments
b) Creating charts and performing calculations
c) Sending and receiving emails
d) Connecting to the Internet and browsing websites - Which input device is commonly used for typing letters, numbers, and symbols into the computer?
a) Keyboard
b) Mouse
c) Scanner
d) Microphone - Which input device is used for copying from paper into the computer?
a) Keyboard
b) Mouse
c) Scanner
d) Digital Camera - Which output device displays information on a screen?
a) Monitor
b) Printer
c) Speaker
d) Keyboard - Which output device prints information on paper?
a) Monitor
b) Printer
c) Speaker
d) Keyboard - Which component of the system unit converts electricity into the current that works for the computer?
a) Power Supply
b) Motherboard
c) CPU
d) RAMCOMPUTER CARE - What are some activities performed to clean up the hard drive of a computer?
a) Dusting and vacuuming
b) Scanning, defragging, and reformatting
c) Installing new software
d) Upgrading hardware components - What is the recommended approach for cleaning the computer's external parts?
a) Using water and soap
b) Dusting and wiping with a clean cloth
c) Applying cleaning chemicals
d) Using a vacuum cleaner - Why is it important to keep food away from the computer?
a) Food can damage the keyboard and mouse
b) Food can attract ants and other pests
c) Food can cause electrical short circuits
d) Food can cause the computer to overheat - What is the recommended practice before typing on the computer keyboard or using the mouse?
a) Wear gloves to keep the hands clean
b) Clean the hands thoroughly
c) Use a hand sanitizer
d) Apply lotion to the hands - How should you handle computer problems?
a) Try to fix the problem yourself
b) Bang or hit the computer to resolve the issue
c) Ask for help from a grown-up
d) Ignore the problem and continue using the computer - Why is it advisable not to use the computer during a storm?
a) Storms can cause power outages
b) Lightning can damage the computer through electrical connections
c) The computer may not function properly during a storm
d) Storms can create electromagnetic interference - What is the best way to protect your computer from viruses?
a) Avoid sharing or downloading files
b) Install an antivirus software
c) Disconnect from the internet
d) Format the hard drive regularly - How should you handle CDs to ensure their longevity?
a) Hold the edges of the CD with clean hands
b) Place the CD face-down on a surface
c) Apply pressure to the center of the CD
d) Use a pencil to write on the surface of the CD - What should you avoid doing when handling your computer?
a) Banging or hitting the computer
b) Disassembling the computer components
c) Eating or drinking near the computer
d) Cleaning the computer with water - How can a computer virus be spread from one computer to another?
a) Through sharing and downloading files without antivirus protection
b) Through physical contact with infected computers
c) Through exposure to strong magnetic fields
d) Through network connectivity issuesINTRODUCTION OF COMPUTER - What is the function of a computer?
a) Accept data, process it, and produce information
b) Store data and instructions in memory
c) Generate output
d) Control all the above functions - What are the five basic functions of a computer?
a) Input, output, processing, storage, control
b) Accepting data, generating output, controlling hardware
c) Storing data, processing instructions, generating information
d) Input, output, memory, processing, control - What does computer hardware refer to?
a) Software components of a computer system
b) Physical parts or components of a computer
c) Instructions and programs stored in memory
d) Electronic devices that control computer operations - Which of the following is an example of computer hardware?
a) Operating system
b) Software applications
c) Keyboard
d) Programming language - What is the purpose of computer data storage?
a) To process data and convert it into useful information
b) To store and retrieve data and instructions when required
c) To generate output for the user
d) To control all the functions of a computer - Which component of a computer is responsible for processing data?
a) Monitor
b) Mouse
c) Memory
d) Processor (CPU) - What is the role of the software in a computer system?
a) To control the physical components of the computer
b) To process data and generate output
c) To store data and instructions
d) To accept input from the user - What does the term "input" refer to in the context of a computer?
a) Processing data according to specified rules
b) Generating useful information
c) Accepting data and instructions into the computer
d) Controlling the functions of a computer - Which of the following is an example of output generated by a computer?
a) Input devices
b) System software
c) Storage devices
d) Information displayed on a monitor - What is the function of the control component in a computer system?
a) To accept data as input
b) To store and retrieve data from memory
c) To process data and generate output
d) To manage and coordinate the operations of the computer - Which of the following is NOT a component of computer hardware?
a) Monitor
b) Hard drive disk (HDD)
c) Operating system
d) Motherboard - What is the purpose of the storage component in a computer?
a) To control the input devices
b) To process data and convert it into useful information
c) To store and retrieve data and instructions
d) To generate output for the user - What are examples of input devices in a computer system?
a) Mouse and keyboard
b) Monitor and printer
c) Hard drive and motherboard
d) Operating system and software applications - Which component of a computer system controls the sound output?
a) Motherboard
b) Sound card
c) Processor (CPU)
d) Memory - What is the purpose of the monitor in a computer system?
a) To accept data as input
b) To store and retrieve data
c) To process data and generate output
d) To display information for the user - What is the role of the motherboard in a computer system?
a) To control the input devices
b) To store and retrieve data from memory
c) To process data and generate output
d) To hold and connect the main internal components - Which component of a computer system is responsible for converting electrical power for use by the computer?
a) Sound card
b) Power supply
c) Processor (CPU)
d) Hard drive - Which type of memory holds the data you are actively working with while the computer is turned on?
a) Random access memory (RAM)
b) Read-only memory (ROM)
c) Hard disk drive (HDD)
d) Floppy disk drive - What is the purpose of an operating system in a computer system?
a) To process data and generate output
b) To control the functions of the computer
c) To store and retrieve data and instructions
d) To connect the computer to the internet - What is the function of an antivirus software?
a) To store and retrieve data
b) To generate output for the user
c) To protect the computer from computer viruses
d) To process data and convert it into useful information - Which of the following is an example of an input device?
a) Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
b) Central Processing Unit (CPU)
c) Control Unit (CU)
d) Scanner - What is the main function of an input device?
a) Executes arithmetic and logical operations
b) Controls and co-ordinates computer components
c) Provides data and control signals to a computer
d) Translates data from one form to another - Which input device is commonly used for voice input?
a) Touch screen
b) Microphone
c) Webcam
d) Graphics tablet - Which input device allows users to capture images and videos?
a) Touchpad
b) MIDI keyboard
c) Webcam
d) Barcode reader - What is the purpose of a barcode reader as an input device?
a) Executes arithmetic and logical operations
b) Controls and co-ordinates computer components
c) Scans and decodes barcodes
d) Captures images and videos - Which input device is commonly used for handwriting and drawing input?
a) Cameras
b) Pen input
c) Video capture hardware
d) Trackballs - Which input device is commonly used for capturing and digitizing musical notes?
a) Touch screen
b) Microphone
c) MIDI keyboard
d) Joystick - Which input device is commonly used for precise graphical input?
a) Scanner
b) Webcam
c) Graphics tablet
d) Digital camera - What is the function of an input device called a joystick?
a) Executes arithmetic and logical operations
b) Controls and co-ordinates computer components
c) Provides control for gaming and simulations
d) Scans and decodes barcodes - What is the most common use keyboard layout?
a) AZERTY
b) QWERTY
c) QWERTZ
d) DVORAK - Which component of a computer is responsible for executing arithmetic and logical operations?
a) Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
b) Central Processing Unit (CPU)
c) Control Unit (CU)
d) Scanner - Which component of a computer system controls and co-ordinates other computer components?
a) Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
b) Central Processing Unit (CPU)
c) Control Unit (CU)
d) Scanner - What is the function of the Control Unit (CU) in a computer system?
a) Executes arithmetic and logical operations
b) Controls and co-ordinates computer components
c) Provides data and control signals to a computer
d) Translates data from one form to another - Which unit of the computer is responsible for reading instructions and incrementing the program counter?
a) Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
b) Central Processing Unit (CPU)
c) Control Unit (CU)
d) Scanner - Which unit of the computer is responsible for providing necessary data to the Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) or registers?
a) Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
b) Central Processing Unit (CPU)
c) Control Unit (CU)
d) Scanner - What type of operations does the Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) perform?
a) Input operations
b) Output operations
c) Arithmetic and logical operations
d) Control operations - What is the primary function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU)?
a) Takes data as input
b) Generates the output
c) Controls all the computer functions
d) Executes arithmetic and logical operations - What is the role of the Control Unit (CU) in the computer system?
a) Reads the code for the next instruction
b) Processes data and converts it into useful information
c) Stores data/instructions in memory
d) Controls and co-ordinates computer components - Which unit of the computer executes arithmetic calculations such as addition and subtraction?
a) Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
b) Central Processing Unit (CPU)
c) Control Unit (CU)
d) Scanner - What is the purpose of the input devices in a computer system?
a) Executes arithmetic and logical operations
b) Generates the output
c) Controls all computer functions
d) Translates data from a form humans understand to one that the computer can work with - Major Difference between Primary and Secondary Memory.
- What does RAM stand for?
a) Random Access Memory
b) Read-Only Memory
c) Randomized Algorithm Module
d) Read and Modify - Which of the following best describes the nature of RAM?
a) Non-volatile
b) Permanent storage
c) Volatile
d) Read-only - What is the primary function of RAM?
a) Stores data permanently
b) Provides quick access to data
c) Controls computer components
d) Generates output - Why is RAM considered "random access"?
a) It can access any memory cell directly
b) It stores data in a random order
c) It has random access to secondary memory
d) It randomly generates data for the processor - Which component accesses data randomly from RAM?
a) Hard drive
b) Processor
c) Control Unit
d) Optical Disk - Which type of memory stores data and programs permanently?
a) RAM
b) Optical Disk
c) Hard drive
d) Secondary Memory - What is the function of a hard drive?
a) Provides quick access to data
b) Stores data on a temporary basis
c) Stores data permanently
d) Controls computer components - Which technology is used in an optical disc drive?
a) Magnetic storage
b) Laser light
c) Electric charge
d) Semiconductor chips - Which of the following is a common type of optical media?
a) USB flash drive
b) Solid-state drive (SSD)
c) Blu-ray disc
d) Tape drive - What is the storage capacity of a CD?
a) 700 megabytes (MB)
b) 8.4 gigabytes (GB)
c) 50 GB
d) 1.44 MB - Which type of memory has a larger capacity: DVD or CD?
a) DVD
b) CD
c) They have the same capacity
d) It depends on the manufacturer - Which type of storage media has the highest capacity?
a) Hard drive
b) Optical Disk
c) USB flash drive
d) Magnetic media - What is the advantage of using optical media over floppy disks?
a) Higher storage capacity
b) Faster data access
c) Lower cost
d) Greater portability - What is the function of an optical disc drive?
a) Stores data permanently
b) Generates output
c) Reads and writes data to optical discs
d) Controls computer components - How much data can a Blu-ray disc store?
a) 700 megabytes (MB)
b) 8.4 gigabytes (GB)
c) 50 GB
d) 1.44 MB - Which component has the primary responsibility for executing arithmetic and logical operations?
a) RAM
b) Control Unit
c) Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
d) Secondary Memory - What is the function of the Control Unit in a computer?
a) Stores data permanently
b) Provides quick access to data
c) Controls and coordinates computer components
d) Executes arithmetic and logical operations - What are the main functions of the Control Unit?
a) Reads the code for the next instruction, increments the program counter, reads data from memory, provides data to ALU or register, and performs requested operations.
b) Stores data on a temporary basis, generates output, and controls computer components.
c) Executes arithmetic and logical operations, stores data permanently, and generates output.
d) Reads and writes data to optical discs, controls computer components, and stores data permanently. - Which component of a computer is responsible for executing arithmetic calculations?
a) Control Unit
b) Secondary Memory
c) Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
d) RAM - What happens to the data stored in RAM when the power supply is turned off?
a) Data remains intact
b) Data is transferred to secondary memory
c) Data is erased
d) Data is encrypted - What is a flash disk?
a) A storage module made of mechanical platters and access arms.
b) A storage module made of flash memory chips.
c) An output device used to communicate data processing results.
d) An electronically generated information converter. - Why is the term "disk" used for flash disks?
a) They have mechanical platters and access arms.
b) They emulate the disk storage structure.
c) They convert electronically generated information.
d) They communicate data processing results. - Which storage technology is used in flash disks?
a) Optical discs
b) Magnetic disks
c) Flash memory chips
d) Random Access Memory (RAM) - What is the main function of an output device?
a) Emulate the disk storage structure
b) Store data permanently
c) Convert data into human-readable form
d) Access data as if on a hard drive - How does an output device communicate the results of data processing?
a) By storing data on flash memory chips
b) By emulating the disk storage structure
c) By converting electronically generated information
d) By accessing data as if on a hard drive - Which type of device is NOT an output device?
a) Printer
b) Monitor
c) Keyboard
d) Speaker - Which component is responsible for converting electronically generated information into human-readable form?
a) CPU
b) RAM
c) Output device
d) Secondary memory - What does an output device do with the results of data processing?
a) Stores them on flash memory chips
b) Emulates the disk storage structure
c) Converts them into human-readable form
d) Accesses them as if on a hard drive - Which technology is NOT commonly used in output devices?
a) LCD
b) Inkjet
c) Flash memory
d) Laser - What does the term "disk storage structure" refer to in the context of flash disks?
a) Mechanical platters and access arms
b) Emulation of storage modules
c) Flash memory chips organization
d) Human-readable data conversion - Input Device Demo.
- Example of Output Devices:
1. Monitor
2. LCD Projection Panels
3. Printers (all types)
4. Computer Output Microfilm (COM)
5. Plotters
6. Speaker(s)
7. Projector - Basic types of monitors are :
A. Cathode Ray Tube (CRT).
B. Liquid Crystal Displays (LCD).
C. light - emitting diode (LED). - Printer types:
1 Laser Printer.Laser Printer.
3 Ink Jet Printer.Ink Jet Printer
3 Dot Matrix Printer.
Dot Matrix Printer. Paint:
- What is the name of the raster graphics editor included with Microsoft Windows?
a) Paintbrush
b) Microsoft Paint
c) mspaint
d) All of the above - Which file formats can be opened and saved in Microsoft Paint?
a) BMP, JPEG, GIF, PNG, and TIFF
b) BMP, GIF, PNG, and TIFF
c) BMP, JPEG, GIF, and TIFF
d) BMP, JPEG, GIF, and PNG - Does Microsoft Paint have a grayscale mode?
a) Yes
b) No - When was Microsoft Paint added to the list of deprecated Windows features?
a) July 2017
b) July 2018
c) July 2019
d) July 2020 - Will Microsoft Paint be further developed in the future?
a) Yes
b) No - Where can Paint be found in Windows 10?
a) Control Panel
b) Start menu under Windows Accessories
c) Windows Store
d) All of the above - What is the main purpose of Microsoft Paint?
a) Advanced image editing
b) Simple image manipulation tasks
c) 3D modeling
d) Video editing - Which version of Windows included Paint as one of its default applications?
a) Windows 7
b) Windows 8
c) Windows 10
d) All of the above - Is Microsoft Paint available for free in the Windows Store?
a) Yes
b) No - Which mode does Microsoft Paint not support?
a) Color mode
b) Two-color black-and-white mode
c) Grayscale mode
d) All of the above are supported - What is the main purpose of a raster graphics editor?
a) Create and edit images
b) View images
c) Play videos
d) Write documents - Which file formats are commonly used by raster graphics editors to save images?
a) DOCX, PDF, TXT, PPT
b) JPEG, PNG, GIF, TIFF
c) MP3, WAV, FLAC, AAC
d) HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP - Which type of program is usually preferred for simply viewing images?
a) Raster graphics editor
b) Image viewer program
c) Video editing software
d) Word processor - What are some examples of raster graphics formats mentioned in the text?
a) BMP, SVG, EPS, PDF
b) GIF, JPEG, MP4, AI
c) PNG, TIFF, PSD, RAW
d) MP3, WAV, FLAC, AAC - Which version of Windows introduced the Paint application mentioned in the text?
a) Windows 7
b) Windows 8
c) Windows 10
d) Windows XP - When was the first version of Paint introduced?
a) Windows 1.0
b) Windows 3.0
c) Windows 95
d) Windows XP - What was the original file format supported by the first version of Paint?
a) BMP
b) PCX
c) MSP
d) JPEG - Which version of Windows introduced a redesigned user interface and color support in Paint?
a) Windows 1.0
b) Windows 3.0
c) Windows 95
d) Windows XP - Which file formats were supported by Paint in Windows 98, Windows 2000, and Windows ME?
a) JPEG, GIF, and PNG
b) BMP, PCX, and TIFF
c) BMP, PCX, and PNG
d) JPEG, GIF, and TIFF - What feature was dropped in Paint starting from Windows ME?
a) Support for PCX files
b) Image magnification slider
c) Transparency backgrounds
d) Acquiring images from a scanner - Which Windows version introduced native support for saving images in BMP, JPEG, GIF, TIFF, and PNG formats?
a) Windows 98
b) Windows XP
c) Windows Vista
d) Windows 10 - What feature was added to Paint in Windows Vista?
a) Undo up to 10 changes
b) Crop function
c) Slider for image magnification
d) Native support for JPEG format - In Windows Vista, which file format does Paint save images in by default?
a) BMP
b) JPEG
c) GIF
d) PNG - What does GDI+ stand for in the context of Paint?
a) Graphics Design Interface Plus
b) Graphical Device Interface Plus
c) Graphical Design Interface Plus
d) Graphics Device Interface Plus - Which version of Paint introduced support for acquiring images from a scanner or digital camera?
a) Windows 95
b) Windows XP
c) Windows Vista
d) Windows 10 - How many times can Paint undo a change in Windows Vista?
a) 1
b) 3
c) 5
d) 10 - Which versions of Windows included plug-ins for saving images in JPEG, GIF, and PNG formats?
a) Windows 98 and Windows 2000
b) Windows ME and Windows XP
c) Windows Vista and Windows 7
d) Windows 8 and Windows 10 - What is the default color palette in Paint?
a) Color wells
b) RGB values
c) HSV values
d) Custom set of colors - Which version of Paint supports transparent backgrounds?
a) Windows 98
b) Windows ME
c) Windows XP
d) Windows Vista - Which file format does Paint natively support without requiring additional graphics filters?
a) BMP
b) JPEG
c) GIF
d) PNG - What was the major change in the toolbar icons and default color palette in Paint for Windows Vista?
a) More vibrant colors
b) Monochrome icons
c) 3D effects
d) Animated icons - Which Windows version introduced the feature of automatically expanding the canvas size in Paint when larger images are opened or pasted?
a) Windows 98
b) Windows ME
c) Windows XP
d) Windows Vista - What is the primary purpose of a raster graphics editor?
a) View images
b) Create and edit images
c) Convert images to vector format
d) Print images. - Which file formats are commonly supported by raster graphics editors?
a) DOC and XLS
b) MP3 and WAV
c) JPEG, PNG, GIF, and TIFF
d) AVI and MPEG - What is the status of Microsoft Paint in Windows 10 according to the given text?
a) It has been removed from Windows 10.
b) It is no longer available in the Windows Store.
c) It is still included in Windows 10 and can be found in the Start menu.
d) It has been replaced by a more advanced graphics editor. Windows 7
- Which version of Windows introduced a ribbon in the user interface of Paint?
a) Windows 7
b) Windows 8
c) Windows 10
d) Windows Vista - What feature enhances the realism of brushes in the Windows 7 version of Paint?
a) Varying shades of gray
b) Greater degree of transparency
c) Ability to paint for a limited distance
d) All of the above - How many subsequent changes can be undone in the Windows 7 version of Paint?
a) 10
b) 25
c) 50
d) Unlimited - Which file format does the Windows 7 version of Paint save files in by default?
a) BMP
b) JPEG
c) GIF
d) PNG - What is the primary difference between Paint and Paint 3D introduced in the "Creators Update" for Windows 10?
a) Paint 3D supports three-dimensional drawing tools.
b) Paint 3D has a more advanced user interface.
c) Paint 3D allows for importing and manipulating 3D models.
d) All of the above. - Which key is held down to create a copy of a selected part of the image in stamp mode?
a) Ctrl
b) Alt
c) Shift
d) Space - How does the trail mode in Paint differ from the stamp mode?
a) It uses the Ctrl key instead of the Shift key.
b) It cuts out the selected part of the image.
c) It creates multiple copies of the selected part.
d) It allows drawing diagonal lines without the straight line tool. - How can straight horizontal, vertical, or diagonal lines be drawn with the pencil tool in Paint?
a) By holding down the Ctrl key while dragging the tool.
b) By holding down the Shift key while dragging the tool.
c) By using the arrow keys on the keyboard.
d) By right-click dragging the erase tool. - How can a line be thickened or thinned while it is being drawn in Paint?
a) By pressing the + key on the NumPad.
b) By pressing the - key on the NumPad.
c) By pressing the Ctrl key.
d) By pressing the Shift key. - How can whitespace be cropped or a graphic be eliminated in Paint?
a) By dragging the blue handle in the lower right corner.
b) By using the color-replace brush.
c) By using the erase tool.
d) By pressing the Ctrl key. - In older versions of Paint, how can the drawing cursor be controlled?
a) By using the arrow keys on the keyboard.
b) By holding down the Ctrl key.
c) By right-click dragging the erase tool.
d) By pressing the Shift key. - What feature in later versions of Paint simulates the color erase brush from older versions?
a) Right-click dragging the erase tool.
b) Holding down the Ctrl key while dragging.
c) Using the arrow keys on the keyboard.
d) Using the MouseKeys accessibility feature. - Which accessibility feature of Microsoft Windows can be used to simulate controlling the drawing cursor with arrow keys?
a) Ctrl key
b) Shift key
c) MouseKeys
d) Alt key - Which key is held down to draw perfect shapes using any shape tool in Paint?
a) Ctrl
b) Alt
c) Shift
d) Space - In the Windows 3.1 version of Paint, what brush function allowed replacing a single color underneath the brush without affecting the rest of the image?
a) Stamp mode
b) Trail mode
c) Color-replace brush
d) Erase toolNotepad
- When was Notepad first released as a mouse-based MS-DOS program?
a) 1983
b) 1985
c) 1990
d) 1995 - Which operating systems include Notepad as a basic text editor?
a) All versions of Microsoft Windows
b) Linux and macOS
c) Android and iOS
d) Windows 10 and later versions - What is the main purpose of Notepad?
a) Creating documents
b) Editing images
c) Programming language development
d) Web browsing - What type of program is Notepad?
a) Text editor
b) Image editor
c) Word processor
d) Spreadsheet software - What is the naming convention often used for text editing software similar to Microsoft Notepad?
a) Word processor
b) Spreadsheet software
c) Text editor
d) Notepad software - What can text editors be used for?
a) Changing configuration files
b) Editing images
c) Playing games
d) Web browsing - Which programming language source code can be edited using a text editor?
a) HTML and CSS
b) Java and C++
c) JavaScript and Python
d) All of the above - Where are text editors typically provided?
a) Operating systems and software development packages
b) Graphics software
c) Office productivity suites
d) Web browsers - Which software package is often associated with the name "notepad"?
a) Microsoft Notepad
b) Microsoft Word
c) Adobe Photoshop
d) Google Chrome - What type of files can be edited using Notepad?
a) Plain text files
b) Image files
c) Audio files
d) Video files - When was Multi-Tool Notepad introduced by Microsoft?
a) May 1983
b) June 1983
c) July 1983
d) November 1983 - What other software was introduced alongside Multi-Tool Notepad at the COMDEX computer expo?
a) Multi-Tool Word
b) Microsoft Excel
c) Microsoft PowerPoint
d) Microsoft Access - What was the initial response to the Microsoft Mouse and Multi-Tool Notepad?
a) Modest sales
b) High demand
c) Widespread adoption
d) Limited availability - Why was the Multi-Tool name abandoned for the product line?
a) Lack of association with Microsoft
b) Trademark infringement
c) Negative customer feedback
d) Insufficient features - What is the main purpose of Notepad?
a) Editing system files in a DOS environment
b) Creating multimedia presentations
c) Programming web applications
d) Performing complex calculations - What file extension is commonly used for files saved in Notepad?
a) .txt
b) .doc
c) .exe
d) .jpg - Why is Notepad suitable for editing system files in a DOS environment?
a) It has no format tags or styles.
b) It supports left-to-right and right-to-left languages.
c) It has advanced syntax highlighting.
d) It provides a visual interface for file manipulation. - What is a notable advantage of Notepad in terms of system resources?
a) Quick load time and processing time
b) Advanced graphical capabilities
c) Integrated spell-checking feature
d) Compatibility with complex file formats - What languages does Notepad support for text input?
a) Both left-to-right and right-to-left languages
b) Only left-to-right languages
c) Only right-to-left languages
d) Only English language - What was the rationale behind changing the name "Multi-Tool" to "Microsoft"?
a) To associate the brand with Microsoft
b) To differentiate from competing products
c) To attract more customers
d) To comply with trademark regulations
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