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- 1. Multiple Choice
Which answer from the following options describes the term 'software'?
The physical parts or components of computers or devices.
It refers to different options for connecting to the internet.
The programs used to operate computers and related devices to carry out tasks.
It refers to the computer's main storage device.
- 2. Multiple Choice
Operating systems are a type of software. Tick all the operating systems below:
Windows
iOS
Word processor
Linux
Android
- 3. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is an office productivity application?
Excel
Antivirus program
Chrome
File compression software
- 4. Multiple Choice
What is true about operating systems and applications?
The operating system can only interact with software, not hardware.
Applications are always installed first on the computer, then the operating system.
The operating system is always installed first on the computer, then the applications.
Applications can only interact with hardware, not software.
- 5. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is NOT true about an end-user software agreement (EULA)?
It is the contract between the licencor and the purchaser.
It established the purchaser's right to use the software.
It contains offers to buy additional products at a reduced price.
It may define ways under which the copy can be used.
- 6. Multiple Choice
Why is some software called 'freeware'?
Because it can be used on any type of computer.
Because it is free from computer viruses.
Because it can be used totally without cost.
Because the licence grants users the rights to study, change and distribute the software to anyone and for any purpose.
- 7. Multiple Choice
What information has to be entered to securely logon to a computer?
Username and address
Computer Name
Username and password
Credit card number
- 8. Fill in the Blank
Write the name of the icon where one must click to find detailed information about the operating system. Use the image provided to answer this question.
- 9. Fill in the Blank
Write the name of the icon where one must click to uninstall an application? Use the image provided to answer this question.
- 10. Multiple Choice
What is the benefit of using file compression?
It will convert files so they will be used by any program.
It will prevent files from being deleted by mistake.
It will reduce files sizes on the hard drive or other media.
It will protect files from being infected by computer virus.
- 11. Multiple Choice
Which one of the following enables secure sharing and access of data and devices?
A protocol
A network
A printer
A processor
- 12. Multiple Choice
Which one of the following is a technology that allows you to talk with other people using the Internet?
USB
HDMI
VOIP
IM
- 13. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is a tool for real-time communication between two or more people sending text messages to their computers or other devices?
IM
VoIP
MMS
VPN
- 14. Multiple Choice
Which of the following describes the main use of a virtual private network (VPN)?
It is used to make calls to "real" telephones at a much cheaper rate than normal.
It is a set of interlinked documents and other resources.
It opens up selected parts of a private network to the public.
It extends a company via the Internet to remote locations.
- 15. Multiple Choice
What does the term gigabits per second measure?
Data transfer rate.
Video frame rate.
Component failure rate.
Sound sampling rate.
- 16. Multiple Choice
Which one of the following is used to transfer a file from the computer to the Internet?
Downloading
Uploading
Browsing
Upsizing
- 17. Multiple Choice
Which one of the following is NOT an option for connecting to the Internet?
Satellite
Mobile phone
Cable
Read Only Memory (ROM)
- 18. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is a type of organisation that provides access to the Internet?
Wi-Fi
ISP
HDMI
RAM
- 19. Multiple Choice
Which one of the following characterizes an open network?
It is a wired network.
It is a company network.
It is not secured with a password.
It can only be accessed from personal computers.
- 20. Fill in the Blank
Use the image provided to write the name of the open network that is showing in the list.
- 21. Multiple Choice
Which one of the following is a simple but effective password policy?
A password should be very easy to remember.
A password should have no numbers.
A password should never be shared.
A password should never be changed.
- 22. Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of using a firewall?
To speed up the Internet connection.
To prevent unauthorised computer access.
To increase the hard disk capacity.
To disinfect data files that have a computer virus.
- 23. Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of regularly backing up data to a removable storage device for off-site storage?
The backup files will be safe in the event of an on-site hard disk failure.
The backup files cannot be infected by computer viruses.
The backup files cannot be damaged in any way.
The backup files will automatically be restored if the on-site files get deleted.
- 24. Multiple Choice
Which one of the following is the reason why anti-virus software should be updated regularly?
To fulfill the licence agreement from the software manufacturer.
To increase the amount of free space on the computer's hard drive.
To ensure a good level of protection against newly created viruses.
To improve the computer sound system.
- 25. Multiple Choice
Which one of the following characterizes computer viruses?
They are very large files.
They are often disguised as harmless files to deceive the user.
They are often deleted when the computer is switched off.
They cannot be spread via emails.
- 26. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is a common way for a virus to infect a computer?
When connecting a printer to the computer.
When connecting to the Internet.
When running an unknown downloaded file.
When saving a file on the desktop.
- 27. Multiple Choice
Which of the following do you consider as computer energy saving practices?
Leave the computer switched on day and night.
Turn off the computer when your work is done.
Never adjust lower back light to the computer.
Never logoff from a system when a job is done.
- 28. Multiple Choice
When it comes to 'Health and Green IT', which of the following is recommended?
Never adjust the brightness or contrast of a screen.
Never adjust automatic shutdown to the computer.
Never recycle printer cartridges and paper.
Recycle batteries, printer cartridges and paper.
- 29. Multiple Choice
How can a good posture be maintained when working at a computer?
Make sure the network connection is working correctly.
Make sure the computer hardware is grounded correctly.
Make sure the computer, desk and seat are positioned correctly.
Make sure the room temperature is set correctly.
- 30. Multiple Choice
Which one of the following describes voice recognition software?
Software that changes the screen resolution.
Software that allows the user to give verbal commands to the computer or input information, such as text.
Software that assists visually impaired users by interpreting the contents of the computer screen.
A tool that makes the area of the screen larger and easier for the user to read the content.
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