Introduction to computers MCQ Questions and Answers
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Introduction to computers MCQ Questions and Answers (Based on previous-year questions) focuses on all topics of computer basics, covering 100 questions. You should practice these MCQs for 30 minutes daily for 1-2 months. This way of systematic learning will prepare you easily for UPSC, SSC, C-TET, State PSC Bank PO, Clerk, and various competitive exams conducted by the state government and central government. Explore the introduction to computers Questions and Answers (MCQ) in the language that suits you best! All MCQ series are accessible in various Indian languages, including Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu. Select your preferred language from the drop-down menu below and start learning.
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1. What is the function of a computer's motherboard?
[A] To store data
[B] To connect the CPU to other components
[C] To process instructions
[D] To display graphics
Correct Answer is: [B] To connect the CPU to other components
2. Define the term 'input device.
[A] An output device that displays text and graphics
[B] A device that stores data permanently
[C] A device that allows users to input data into a computer
[D] A device that connects computers in a network
Correct Answer is: [C] A device that allows users to input data into a computer.
3. How does a computer's operating system manage hardware resources?
[A] By storing data permanently
[B] By controlling the flow of data between hardware components
[C] By displaying graphics on the screen
[D] By processing instructions
Correct Answer is: [B] By controlling the flow of data between hardware components
4. What is the purpose of the BIOS in a computer?
[A] To store data permanently
[B] To connect the CPU to other components
[C] To manage hardware resources
[D] To perform basic startup tasks
Correct Answer is: [D] To perform basic startup tasks
5. Explain the difference between RAM and ROM.
[A] RAM is permanent storage, while ROM is temporary storage
[B] RAM is volatile memory, while ROM is non-volatile memory
[C] RAM stores data permanently, while ROM stores data temporarily
[D] RAM is faster than ROM
Correct Answer is: [B] RAM is volatile memory, while ROM is non-volatile memory
6. Describe the role of a graphics card in a computer.
[A] To store data permanently
[B] To connect the CPU to other components
[C] To process instructions
[D] To render graphics for display
Correct Answer is: [D] To render graphics for display
7. How does a computer's CPU process instructions?
[A] By storing data permanently
[B] By controlling the flow of data between hardware components
[C] By executing instructions stored in memory
[D] By displaying graphics on the screen
Correct Answer is: [C] By executing instructions stored in memory
8. What is the purpose of a cache memory in a CPU?
[A] To store data permanently
[B] To connect the CPU to other components
[C] To speed up data access for the CPU
[D] To display graphics
Correct Answer is: [C] To speed up data access for the CPU
9. Define the term 'peripheral device' and provide three examples.
[A] A device that connects computers in a network
[B] A device that allows users to input data into a computer
[C] A device that extends the functionality of a computer but is not part of the core computer architecture
[D] A device that stores data permanently
Correct Answer is: [C] A device that extends the functionality of a computer but is not part of the core computer architecture. Examples: Printer, Scanner, External Hard Drive
10. How does virtual memory work in a computer?
[A] By connecting computers in a network
[B] By extending the functionality of a computer
[C] By allowing the computer to use a portion of the hard drive as RAM
[D] By controlling the flow of data between hardware components
Correct Answer is: [C] By allowing the computer to use a portion of the hard drive as RAM
