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1,182 Computer Science questions from past papers, each with the answer and a quick fact, grouped by topic. These Computer Science past paper MCQs are taken from PPSC, FPSC and other one-paper competitive exams, compiled from unofficial resources.
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- Introduction to Computing199
- Software & Operating Systems78
- Microsoft Office & Productivity507
- Data Communication & Networking61
- Internet & Web Technologies124
- Database Management System38
- Programming Fundamentals & OOP20
- Data Structures & Algorithms8
- Cybersecurity & IT Ethics34
- Emerging Technologies37
- IT Personalities & Companies36
- General Shortcuts & Abbreviations40
Introduction to Computing
199 MCQsIntroduction to Computing in Computer Science
History & Generations of Computers
- Integrated Circuits (ICs) are a hallmark of which generation of computers?
- Why does a computer perform better than a mechanical calculator?
- Which computer generation introduced the concept of artificial intelligence?
- How do modern computers compare to earlier computers in terms of size and speed?
- The fifth generation of computers is characterized by which of the following features?
- Vacuum tubes have been replaced by which component in modern computers?
- Who introduced the concept of Stored Program?
- The digital computer was developed primarily in _?
- The man who built the first Mechanical Calculator was ?
- Who was the founder of the first mechanical computer?
- Who is the founder of ENIAC?
- Who is considered the pioneer of modern computer development?
- In which generation of computers did procedural programming languages become widely used?
- What does VLSI stand for in the context of computer science?
- What does IC stand for in the context of computer hardware?
- Who is credited with inventing the first mechanical computer?
- How many generations of computers are there?
- Who is considered the father of the second generation of computers?
- What type of computer is UNIVAC considered to be?
- Stored program architecture was proposed by:
- Generation using microprocessors:
- The basic structure of computer was developed by
Types of Computers
- What distinguishes a supercomputer from a mainframe computer?
- Which of the following types of computers is the most powerful in terms of processing capability?
- Which type of computers are commonly known as personal computers?
- An analogue computer primarily works on which of the following?
- To access a mainframe, users often use which type of device?
- One instruction one data stream:
- Flat panels are commonly used in which type of computers?
- A hybrid computer is designed to resemble which types of computers?
- A hybrid computer uses a to convert digital signals into analog signals.
- What does a dedicated computer refer to in computing terms?
- Cray T90 is an example of what type of computer?
Components of Computer
- Which component is referred to as the physical part of a computer?
- Another term for the main memory in a computer system is what?
- What does BIOS stand for in computer terminology?
- In a computer, what is the processed data commonly referred to as?
- A video game is primarily played using which type of card in a computer?
- What are the functions of a microprocessor in a computer?
- In a computer, which component connects all the devices to the CPU?
- Which component of a computer is responsible for performing arithmetic operations?
- Which of the following components is essential for building microcomputers?
- Which components are typically included in a desktop computer?
- Which component is responsible for setting the time in a computer system?
- What does RAM stand for in computer terminology?
- CPU speed measured in:
- Which of the following is NOT a component of Von Neumann architecture?
- Fastest memory in hierarchy:
- ALU performs:
- Which volatile RAM is faster?
- Which is the fastest Memory of a Computer?
- Which one is NOT included in Von Neumann architecture?
- The speed of CPU is measured in ?
- Arithmetic Operations performed by?
- Which component of a computer is responsible for connecting to the motherboard and supplying power to various parts?
- What is the term for the time a computer takes to execute a job or instruction?
- A computer cannot perform any task without a _.
- Which component of a computer is responsible for controlling the operations of the CPU and the entire system?
- In which component of a computer is the execution of instructions carried out?
- What does CPU stand for in computing terminology?
- What is the term for the output produced by a computer?
- What does DMA stand for in computer terminology?
- Where is cache memory typically located?
- What is the primary material used in the manufacturing of computer chips?
- What is the short-term memory of a computer commonly referred to as?
- Which program is executed by the BIOS to ensure that all hardware components are functioning correctly when the computer is powered on?
- Which of the following components is commonly used to turn a device on and off?
- Which type of memory is used to initialize and start a computer?
- All peripheral devices connect to which component of a computer?
- When data is first accessed, it is initially stored in which type of memory?
- What is the control unit of a digital computer often referred to as?
Input & Output Devices
- The keys labeled F1 to F12 on a keyboard are commonly known as what?
- Which of the following is considered a pointing device?
- What type of device is a Light Pen?
- OCR stands for which of the following?
- What is the printed output from a computer commonly known as?
- A barcode reader is classified as which type of computer device?
- Which of the following are considered as input devices among these: Keyboard, Mouse, Card reader?
- The output quality of a printer is measured by what unit?
- Which of the following is an INPUT device?
- Which type of device is a printer considered to be?
- Screen identifying multiple touches
- Which of the following is an advanced type of monitor panel?
- Which technology is used in touchscreen to allow multiple simultaneous touches?
- What is the primary function of a headphone in a computer system?
- Dot matrix is a type of what computer peripheral?
- What is the function of the Page Up key on a keyboard?
- MICR is an abbreviation for which of the following terms?
- The keyboard is used as what type of device in a computer system?
- When using a trackball, what remains stationary while the user moves the on-screen pointer?
- What are the small dots that make up the image on a computer monitor called?
- What is the primary function of the 'Page Down' key on a keyboard?
- Numeric Pad is part of which computer component?
- Which of the following is NOT considered an output device of a computer?
- When a computer mouse is moved over a table surface, what is the state of the trackball?
- A cursor in computing is considered a _.
- A device that is sensitive to light and can convert drawings, printed text, or other images into digital form is known as what?
- What is another common term for a computer monitor?
- Which of the following is not considered an input device?
- What is the type of non-impact printer that uses tiny nozzles to spray ink onto paper?
- Ctrl, Shift, and Alt are commonly referred to as which type of keys on a keyboard?
- Which device is used to convert printed documents into digital images?
- CRT stands for what in computer terminology?
- What type of device is a smart card commonly considered to be?
- Which of the following statements correctly distinguishes between an Inkjet printer and a Laser printer?
- Soft copy refers to which of the following?
- Identify the type of device used to input data and instructions into a computer.
- Which type of mouse utilizes laser technology to detect movement?
- What type of device is a computer mouse considered to be?
- Which device is commonly used in security systems and criminal investigations for identification purposes?
Storage Devices
- Which of the following units is the second largest measurement for RAM?
- Which type of memory is considered volatile in a computer system?
- Who invented the first hard disk drive?
- Which of the following devices are commonly used for data backup?
- Data is permanently stored in which of the following devices?
- Magnetic tape is classified as which type of data access medium?
- What is a significant advantage of a Solid-State Drive (SSD) compared to a Hard Disk Drive (HDD)?
- What is the most advanced form of Read-Only Memory (ROM)?
- Standard CD-ROM capacity:
- RAID used for:
- RAID function:
- What is use of NVMe in SSD?
- 1024 kilobytes is equal to ?
- Which type of memory is commonly used for storing firmware in embedded systems?
- What is the process of putting data into a storage location called?
- Which of the following is a type of non-volatile storage device that is used to store data permanently, even when the power is turned off?
- Which of the following storage devices has no moving (rotating) parts and is known for its shock resistance?
- Which of the following is a volatile memory?
- What does RAID stand for in data storage technologies?
- The capacity of a compact disk is _?
- ROM function?
- Which unit represents the highest memory capacity in computers?
- What does a floppy disk contain?
- Seek time in a hard disk drive is the time required for what action?
- Which type of memory is typically used to store firmware in embedded systems?
- One Gigabyte is equal to how many Megabytes?
- Which type of memory in a computer is known for being the fastest?
- In computer disk storage, what is the name of the subdivision on a magnetic disk or optical disk?
- What does latency time refer to in computing?
- What does ROM stand for in computer terminology?
- 1024 kilobytes is equal to how many megabytes?
- Which of the following devices is capable of storing a large amount of data?
- What is the typical storage capacity of a standard compact disk?
- Which type of memory stores data permanently in a computer?
- What is the term used for the ability to read or write each piece of information in a storage device in approximately the same length of time regardless of its location?
- Which type of computer memory contains information that cannot be changed?
- The circular device used for data storage is called a _?
- What does DVD stand for in computer terminology?
- RAM (Random Access Memory) is commonly known as what type of memory?
- What is the term used to describe data storage in circular tracks on a storage medium?
- One (1) KB (Kilobyte) is equal to how many bytes?
- Which technology is considered the best for storing data on a disk?
- Tape speed is measured in _?
- Terabyte is equal to how many bytes?
- The most advanced form of ROM is ?
- Which of the following is a method to access secondary memory?
- Hard disk invented first by?
- One (1) KB (Kilobytes) = ?
- Circular divisions on a disk used for storing and retrieving data are known as what?
- How does primary storage compare to secondary storage in terms of speed and cost?
- What is the storage capacity of a standard 3.5-inch floppy disk?
- 1000 Million bytes is equal to which of the following units?
- In which unit is computer memory typically measured?
Ports & Buses
- Which bus type is responsible for transferring data between the CPU and memory?
- Which of the following is not a type of bus in a computer system?
- What passes in/out via ports:
- Which type of bus provides a path to transfer data between CPU and memory?
- Which of the following slots provides the highest speed for graphics performance?
- What does USB stand for in computer terminology?
- What does HDMI stand for in computer terminology?
Number Systems & Digital Logic
- How many choices are available in a binary decision?
- Instructions are written in machine language as
- Binary coded numbers are represented using which digits?
- AND, OR, XOR, NOT, NAND, and NOR are examples of what type of gates in digital electronics?
- Computer uses number system:
- Binary numbers consist of:
- The value of the base in the binary number system is?
- PV6 is in which format?
- Which language is primarily used by computers to process and store data?
- 4 Bits is equal to ?
- Which logic unit gives 0 output if all inputs are 1?
- EBCDIC stands for what?
- Eight bits are collectively known as a what?
- How many different characters can an extended ASCII coding system represent?
- What is the fundamental unit of information in a digital system?
- Instructions and memory addresses in computers are represented by what kind of codes?
- How many bits are contained within a single byte?
- How many bits are used in BCD (Binary-Coded Decimal) code?
- A number system that uses eight different symbols to represent quantities is called what?
Miscellaneous
- A user interface that is easy to use is considered to be what?
- What does IT encompass in terms of technology and communication?
- Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a computer?
- Data arranged in intelligible form is called?
- Due to which characteristics of computer, a business person prefers to use computer:
- In which theory people dislike work and are unwilling to take the responsibility?
- Theory Y represent?
- Which characteristics make computers preferable for business use?
- Electronic record keeping is essential for creating what type of environment?
- EBCDIC stands for _?
Software & Operating Systems
78 MCQsSoftware & Operating Systems in Computer Science
System & Application Software
- Windows 9 and Windows 10 are examples of what kind of software?
- Which software is widely used for photo editing and manipulation?
- Software embedded in hardware is called:
- Which of the following is not an open source software?
- Which testing method is used for combining old and new systems?
- Which of the following is NOT a type of software testing?
- Errors from computer hardware and software can be identifying and removed by which process?
- Which of the following is considered an application software?
- What is the term for the set of instructions given to a computer to perform a specific task?
- Which of the following is not considered an application software?
- Which interface element provides quick access to frequently used commands and tools in software applications?
- Which process is used to identify and remove errors in computer hardware and software?
- Which software tool is commonly used to convert documents into PDF format?
- What is the term for a set of instructions that operates various parts of the computer hardware?
- What are programs stored in ROM commonly called?
- BIOS is commonly referred to as what type of essential software in a computer system?
- What type of software is MS Word classified as?
- MS PowerPoint is an example of which type of software?
- An operating system is classified as what type of software in computing?
- In programming languages like C++, COBOL, and JAVA, what hierarchy is represented from high level to low level?
Operating System Functions
- What is the process called when an operating system starts up as the computer is powered on?
- What is the collection of system programs that controls and coordinates the overall operations of a computer system called?
- Where are the files stored after they are deleted from a computer?
- When a peripheral device requires immediate attention from the operating system, it generates an interrupt. What is this process called?
- Which standard Windows control is used to display the percentage of completion of a process as a graphical bar?
- Which action can be performed to access your user account on a computer system?
- When was the first operating system developed?
- Which command is used in the Run dialog box to access the temporary files folder in Windows?
- Which component of a computer system is responsible for File Management, Task Management, and Memory Management?
- Which of the following is not typically found in the Control Panel of a Windows computer?
- Where does the date and time display on a computer screen?
- What essential software does a computer require to boot up?
- If you want to hide a program from view on the taskbar, what action should you perform?
- Computer cannot boot without:
- GUI stands for:
- Checkpoints used for (OS):
- Which component of the operating system is responsible for controlling hardware?
- A computer cannot 'boot' if it does not have the ?
- DOS stands for ?
- Which one is a valid option in Backup and Restore in Windows 10?
- Part of an Operating System that manages hardware resources is called?
Types of OS
- Which of the following operating systems is based on open-source software?
- Which of the following is not a multitasking operating system?
- What type of system is Linux considered to be?
- Open source OS:
- MAC is:
- Which of the following operating system is based on open-source software?
- Which of the following is not a version of the Windows operating system?
- Which of the following operating systems is designed for single-user systems?
- In computing, what does the acronym NOS stand for?
- Which operating system is known as a single-user system?
- What type of interface does the operating system MS-DOS use?
- Which Microsoft product is not available on the Linux operating system?
Process & Memory Management Basics
- Synchronization in computers occurs in which of the following components or systems?
- Best option for deadlock cause:
- Virtual memory is stored in:
- Deadlock occurs when:
- Unix creates process using:
- Checkpoints used for:
- Which of the following techniques for deadlock recovery is easiest regarding CPU?
- What is virtual memory?
- Checkpoints are?
- Which system call creates a new process in Unix?
- Which of the following is necessary condition for deadlock?
File Systems
Utility Programs
Miscellaneous
- What are the typical responsibilities of a software manager?
- In Agile SDLC, what does "Sprint" define?
- Git is used as:
- Scrum is framework of:
- Linear sequential model:
- Which testing does NOT affect or "hurt" previous coding, design, and other elements of a software?
- Linear Sequential Model is also known as?
Microsoft Office & Productivity
507 MCQsMicrosoft Office & Productivity in Computer Science
MS Word
- What is the main purpose of a master document in word processing software?
- An application program that enables a user to set page numbers and perform spell check on a document is known as a _.
- The first page of a document is known as the
- How many different methods are there to save a file in Microsoft Office applications?
- Which tab in MS Word contains options for arranging rows and columns?
- For which purpose is a Word document often converted to PDF format?
- If you want to apply multiple formatting attributes such as bold, red text, and green background to another paragraph in one go, which feature would you use in MS Word?
- In MS Word, what are Portrait and Landscape commonly referred to as?
- Which tab in MS Word provides access to the Shapes option?
- Which feature in Microsoft Word helps you to generate a table of contents?
- Which of the following is not a component of the MS Word interface?
- Which executable file is used to start Microsoft Word?
- What does the Word Count feature in MS Word count?
- What is the point size of line spacing when single spacing is applied in an MS Word document?
- To insert a chart into a document in MS Word, which menu option should you select?
- Landscape and Portrait are types of what feature in document formatting?
- Which of the following is not an essential component for performing a mail merge operation in Microsoft Word?
- Which of the following is NOT a feature available under the Clipboard group in MS Word 2007?
- What is the name of the line separating two cells in a table?
- In Microsoft Word, which view allows you to hide all other screen elements while reading a document?
- What is the primary reason to use Macros in MS Office applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint?
- How many commands are available in the 'Reference' tab of Microsoft Word?
- A _ is used to mark a specific location or selection of text for future reference in a document.
- By selecting a paragraph in Microsoft Word, which features can be applied?
- In MS Word and Excel, what is the process of combining two or more cells into one called?
- Which menu in MS Word is used to change the size and typeface of characters?
- Calibri is a type of what in Microsoft Office applications?
- From which menu in MS Office can you access a text box, picture, or chart?
- What is the main purpose of inserting headers and footers in a document?
- When you insert an Excel file into a Word document, how are the data managed?
- Which menu option should you choose to open a file in most software applications?
- The title page of a document is called ?
- What is the maximum font size available in MS Word by default?
- What is the minimum font size available in MS Word?
- By default, where is the header or footer printed in an MS Word document?
- In which menu can you find the Drop Cap option in Microsoft Word?
- Which operation would you perform if you need to move a block of text in a document?
- A character that is raised and smaller above the baseline in a document is known as ?
- What is the default number of lines that a drop cap covers in Microsoft Word?
- Borders can be applied to which of the following elements in a document?
- To navigate directly to a specific location in MS Word 2007, which feature would you use?
- In Microsoft Word's Insert Tab, under which category do Header and Footer options appear?
- What is the process called when you remove the unwanted part of an image?
- Shimmer, Sparkle text, and Blinking Background are examples of what type of effects in a document?
- Which of the following options is an example of automatic text formatting in word processors?
- What is the minimum column width that can be set in Microsoft Word?
- Which of the following is a Change Case option in MS Word?
- What tool in Microsoft Word allows you to copy formatting from one section of text to another?
- What is the default paragraph alignment in MS Word?
- For what purpose would a word processor most likely be used?
- If you want to apply text formatting such as bold, red color, and green background from one paragraph to another in a document, which tool should you use?
- In Microsoft Word, where is formatting such as margins not required?
- Which tab in Microsoft Word is used to add document citations?
- Which of the following methods cannot be used to link Excel worksheet data to a Word document?
- A common use of a computer in an office setting is for which of the following tasks?
- What is the space between the binding side and the paragraph in a document called?
- Where is the Office button located in MS Word?
- What is the purpose of a gutter margin in MS Word?
- To print and view a document, which option in MS Word is commonly used?
- In Microsoft Word, hyperlinks are typically displayed as what kind of text?
- A character that appears smaller and is positioned slightly above the line in a document is known as what?
- Which of the following cannot be used to change the font style in a document?
- What feature allows you to resume your work in a document from the point where you last stopped?
- If you want to change the font style in a document, which menu would you select?
- What is the method to insert a section break in MS Word?
- Page number and spell checker are features found in which tab of a word processor?
- Switching between portrait and landscape modes is done through which dialog box in MS Word?
- How can you use the Format Painter multiple times in MS Word before turning it off?
- Which tab is the second in the Ribbon interface of Microsoft Word?
- In MS Word, AutoCorrect is primarily used to replace what type of words as you type?
- Which of the following is not a type of page margin in Microsoft Word?
- What is the purpose of the Thesaurus tool in Microsoft Word?
- Correct selection order:
- Headers/footers visible in:
- Insert header/footer in Word from:
- Default font size in MS Word:
- Second step in macro creation:
- MS Word macro language:
- Where do endnotes typically appear in a document or section?
- Default paragraph alignment:
- Table of contents tab in Word:
- Insert table tab:
- Artistic effects in Word:
- Split window option in MS Word:
- Not a programming language:
- Default alignment in MS Word:
- Old name of MS Word:
- What is a macro?
- Mail merge is used to?
- What is the default page size used in Microsoft Word documents, commonly utilized in offices?
- Microsoft Word displays hyperlinks as a _?
- Which feature in Microsoft Word allows you to create a table of contents?
- In MS Word default alignment for a paragraph is _?
- What is the default font size in a new Word document based on the normal template in Word 2003?
- In which view headers and footers are visible?
- Which language does MS-Word use to create Macros?
- Which menu is used to insert table in Ms Word?
- Edit shows back information called?
- Enable drawing text in an MS Word document?
- Which menu can be used to split windows into two?
- In MS Word, which tab should you use to insert citations and bibliographies?
- Which of the following includes superscript, subscript, outline, emboss, and engrave effects?
- Which of the following text alignment options is not available for fonts in MS Word?
- Line spacing in a document refers to what?
- What is the default page orientation in Microsoft Word?
- What is the space called that is left between the margin and the start of a paragraph?
- Which of the following options is not a command found in the Insert tab of Microsoft Word?
- What is a note or annotation that an author or reviewer adds to a document called?
- What does a Word template primarily store in documents?
- What is the default document size when you create a new document in MS Word?
- Which tab in MS Word should you select to use the Drop Cap feature?
- Which key is used to start a new paragraph in Microsoft Word?
- In MS-Word 2016, what is the term for a number or letter that appears slightly below the normal text line?
- In Microsoft Word, what are Superscript, Subscript, Outline, Emboss, and Engrave collectively known as?
- What term is used to describe the action of changing the direction an image is facing in clip art?
- Font size is primarily measured in which units?
- In MS Office, what is the feature called that automatically saves documents at regular intervals?
- What is the command used to move text from one place to another in a document?
- Which of the following is not a part of the mail merge process in MS Word?
- Which command is used to start MS Word from the Run dialog box?
- By default, on which pages are footers printed in a document?
- On which tab in MS Word can you find the Header and Footer command?
- How many groups are there in the Home Tab of Microsoft Word?
- Which of the following can be used as a watermark in a Word document?
- In which view of Microsoft Word are headers and footers visible by default?
- How can you make a document in MS Word password-protected?
- What is the maximum zoom percentage allowed in Microsoft Word?
- What is the default line spacing in MS Word?
- What is the maximum number of lines that can be specified for a drop cap in a document?
- In MS Word, the Office button is represented by which feature?
- How can you remove the border from a shape in MS Office applications?
- Which of the following options is not found on the Home Tab in Microsoft Word?
- Where does the file name appear in the MS Word window?
- Which command in MS Word is used to apply the format of one piece of text to another?
- What is the specific information called that is placed at the top of an MS Word page?
- What term is used in MS Word to specify the size and style of text?
- Which software is commonly used for creating and editing documents?
- Which feature in Microsoft Word enables users to monitor modifications made to a document?
- What is the range of font sizes available in Microsoft Word?
- Times New Roman and Arial are examples of what kind of formatting in computer applications?
- Which items are typically placed at the end of a document in MS Word?
- In MS Word, which option is used to create another copy of a document?
- Which bar is typically not found in the interface of Microsoft Word?
- Selecting the Zoom command in a software application typically does what?
- Which of the following is not considered a Font Style in Microsoft Word?
- Which feature in MS Word allows you to create decorative text in a document?
- MS Word includes a series of predefined graphics known as what, which can be inserted into a document?
- What was the original name of Microsoft Word when it was first released?
- Which tab is used to open and save files in Microsoft Word?
- What is the default document name when you create a new file in MS Word?
- What feature is located at the bottom of a page in Microsoft Word?
- What feature in Microsoft Word allows you to apply the exact same formatting from one text selection to another?
- In MS Word, where do you click for symbols on the Insert tab?
- In Microsoft Word, which view allows you to see how text and graphics will appear on the printed page?
- Which of the following elements can be added using the Insert tab in MS Office applications?
MS Word Shortcuts
- Which shortcut key is used to move the cursor to the end of a document in Microsoft Word?
- The shortcut for accessing the document views toolbar is located in which bar?
- What is the shortcut key to remove paragraph formatting in Microsoft Word?
- What is the shortcut key to check spelling in a document using MS Word?
- Which keyboard shortcut is used for left alignment in Microsoft Word?
- What key combination is used to insert a Page Break in a document?
- Which key is commonly used to delete the character to the left of the cursor in Microsoft Word 2010?
- What is the function of the Ctrl+X shortcut in Microsoft Word?
- What is the shortcut key to add a footnote in Microsoft Word?
- Which shortcut key combination resets the highlighted text to a default font in MS Word?
- Shortcut to undo last action:
- Which key is used to select the whole document?
- What is the shortcut key to open a new MS Word document?
- In MS Word, Ctrl + H Shortcut is used for?
- What is the function of the Ctrl + N shortcut key in Microsoft Word?
- Which keyboard shortcut is used to insert a Page Break in a document?
- What is the keyboard shortcut key to decrease the font size by one point in Microsoft Word?
- Which shortcut key combination is used to change the case of text in Microsoft Word?
- Which shortcut key is used to open the font dialog box in Microsoft Word?
- Which key combination is used to toggle between uppercase and lowercase text in Microsoft Word?
- What is the shortcut key for justifying text in Microsoft Word?
- What is the keyboard shortcut for the paste command in MS Word?
- In MS Word 2007, which shortcut key will switch you to Outline view?
- Which keyboard shortcut is used to select the entire document in a text editor?
- In MS Word, what is the function of the shortcut Ctrl + PageUp?
- What is the shortcut key for accessing Help in Microsoft Word?
- What is the function of the Ctrl + I shortcut key in most text editing software?
- Which key is used to move the cursor to the beginning of the next line?
- What function does the shortcut key Ctrl + C perform in MS Word?
- In MS Word, which alignment is achieved by using the shortcut Ctrl + E?
- In MS Word, what is the function of the Ctrl+U shortcut key?
- Which shortcut key is used to align text to the center in MS Word?
- Which shortcut key is used to underline a selected paragraph in MS Word?
- What is the function of the shortcut 'Ctrl + Left Arrow' in most text editors?
- What is the shortcut key to apply a double underline in Microsoft Word?
- Which shortcut key combination is used to open the Find and Replace dialog in most text editing software?
- What function does the Home key perform in MS Word?
- Which key combination is used to move the cursor one word to the right in a text editor?
- Which keyboard shortcut is used to access the font size tool on the formatting toolbar in MS Word?
- What is the shortcut key to extend the selection by one word to the left in a document?
- What is the shortcut key to select text in Microsoft Word?
- Which keyboard shortcut is used to move the cursor to the beginning of a document?
- Which keyboard shortcut is used to insert a hyperlink in most text editors?
- How can you perform the Undo function in Microsoft Word?
- Which keyboard shortcut is used to close and save documents in most applications?
- What is the keyboard shortcut key to increase font size by one point in MS Word?
- Which shortcut key is used for accessing print preview in MS Word?
- What is the function of the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + U in most word processing applications?
- What is the function of the Ctrl + V shortcut in Microsoft Word?
- What is the function of the 'Ctrl + Down Arrow' shortcut key in Microsoft Word?
- What action is performed by the Ctrl + Right Arrow shortcut key in MS Word?
- Which shortcut key combination is used to open an existing file in Microsoft Word?
- Which keyboard shortcut is used to align the text to the center in a word processor?
- What is the function of the 'Ctrl + End' shortcut key in a document?
- What is the function of the shortcut key Ctrl + E in word processing software?
- What is the function of the shortcut key combination CTRL + S in most software applications?
- What is the shortcut key for applying superscript to selected text in MS Word?
- What is the shortcut key to create a subscript in Microsoft Word?
- What is the function of the shortcut key Ctrl + K in most applications?
MS Excel
- Which feature in MS Excel is used for organizing data in ascending or descending order?
- In Microsoft Excel, what do the letters at the top of the spreadsheet represent?
- What is a group of cells called in Microsoft Excel?
- In Excel, what is a data series?
- In MS Excel 2016, which option is used to split the window into two panes?
- Which program in Microsoft Office is used for creating spreadsheets?
- Which button in MS Excel is used to quickly sum a series of numbers?
- What symbol is used in Excel to include all cells between two cell references?
- Which data type is considered valid in MS Excel?
- When you press which key does the cell in MS Excel accept your typing as its contents?
- Which function in Excel is used to return the remainder after a number is divided by a divisor?
- How can comments be added to cells in MS Excel?
- What is the term used for obtaining data from a cell in a different sheet in MS Excel?
- What is the correct formula to calculate the sum of cells A1 and A2 in MS Excel?
- In Excel, what is the process of transferring data to the next worksheet called?
- What is the graphical representation of data commonly called?
- To automatically adjust the width of a column in MS Excel, which action should you perform?
- What is the name of the topmost bar in an Excel window when you first open it?
- How can you display or hide the gridlines in an Excel worksheet?
- In MS Excel, how is the cell entry 'July 16, 2016' categorized?
- What should be added before a fraction in Excel to prevent it from being interpreted as a date?
- Which of the following wildcard characters are used in MS Excel for pattern matching?
- How can you display the current date and time in MS Excel?
- What is the purpose of the IF function in MS Excel?
- In MS Excel, where is the address of the current active cell displayed?
- What is the outcome of the Excel formula (7-3)×(4+3)/4?
- The basic unit of a spreadsheet where you enter text and numbers is called a _?
- Which of the following formulas is NOT correctly entered in Excel?
- In a spreadsheet, what do letters represent?
- An Excel workbook is a collection of what components?
- What does the MOD() function return in MS Excel?
- Which of the following mathematical expressions is incorrect?
- In Microsoft Excel, how are function arguments always enclosed?
- What does moving from cell C9 to C11 indicate in MS Excel?
- Which Excel feature allows the conversion of a column of data into a row?
- Which of the following is a graphical representation of data in MS Excel?
- Which function in MS Excel 2016 calculates the average of all the cells in a range that meet specified criteria?
- Which type of chart is most suitable for displaying a single series of data?
- Which symbol is used to denote an absolute cell reference in MS Excel?
- What can you do using the formula palette in MS Excel?
- A worksheet in Excel is divided into which of the following components?
- A spreadsheet is typically created using which software application?
- What is the intersection point of a column and a row in a spreadsheet called?
- Which of the following is not a correct method to edit the content of a cell in MS Excel?
- In MS Excel, a cell is defined as what?
- Function to transpose rows/columns:
- Excel workbook collection of:
- Function of IF in Excel:
- VLOOKUP function does:
- Basic unit in worksheet:
- Invalid Excel formula:
- Highest function in Excel:
- Function for total sum:
- Add filter in MS Excel:
- How many types of cell references are available in Microsoft Excel?
- Which sign is used to create an absolute cell reference in MS Excel?
- Which of the following is not a correct method of editing the contents of a cell in MS Excel?
- To return the remainder after the number is divided by a divisor in Excel we use the function?
- Second Step in Creating Macros in Excel?
- Which of the following formulas will MS-Excel 2016 not be able to calculate?
- Complex Number Sum in Excel using?
- MS Excel sheet consists of
- An excel workbook is a collection of ?
- VLOOKUP in Excel is?
- Pivot Table is a feature of which of the following software?
- Which of the following statements accurately describes the ability to add or delete columns and rows in a database or spreadsheet?
- How can you edit a chart in a document or spreadsheet application?
- IF function used in Excel for _?
- The function in Excel returns the highest value in a set of data that you specify.
- A collection of related worksheets is called ?
- How to add a filter in Excel?
- In Excel, to perform addition, the function used is _?
- The function in Excel is used to find the highest numerical value within a specified dataset.
- Which of the following zoom percentages is not available in MS Excel?
- Which symbol is used to initiate a formula in Microsoft Excel?
- The basic unit in an Excel worksheet where you can enter data is called a _?
- In Excel, which pane is used for freezing rows and columns?
- Which elements can you selectively paste using the Paste Special command in MS Excel?
- What does the active cell represent in MS-Excel?
- What is the default style applied to new data entered in a new MS Excel workbook?
- Where is the 'Go To' command located in MS Excel?
- In Microsoft Excel, a template is a combination of different what?
- Which of the following chart types is not available in MS Excel?
- A worksheet in an electronic spreadsheet allows users to perform which of the following actions?
- What term is used for constant values in MS Excel?
- Which of the following is not a component of MS Excel?
- Which feature in spreadsheet software allows you to reference data from another cell?
- How is data organized in a spreadsheet application like MS Excel?
- Which option in MS Excel is used to ensure a specific row or column appears on every printed page?
- In a computer spreadsheet, what can each cell contain?
- In Microsoft Excel, what do the references like C11, D29 represent?
- Another name for a pre-programmed formula in Excel is known as what?
- Which of the following is not a feature commonly found in a computer spreadsheet interface?
- By default, how many worksheets does a new Excel workbook contain?
- MS Excel is primarily designed to run on which operating system?
- The _ contains the insertion point of a cell on a worksheet and is identified by the column letter and the row number.
- In MS Excel, what does the cell reference B2:B6 signify?
- What is the purpose of using the PROPER function in MS Excel?
- In MS Excel, which tab allows you to insert a chart?
- In MS Excel, what is the name of the formula that searches for a value in the leftmost column of a table and returns a value in the same row for a specified column?
- Which function is used in MS Excel to calculate the monthly mortgage payment?
- What function does VLOOKUP perform in an Excel spreadsheet?
- Which function does MS Excel use when creating a data table?
- What is the name of the software in MS Excel that contains rows and columns?
- A spreadsheet in Microsoft Excel is commonly referred to as a ?
- Which feature in MS Excel is used to display extra-long text in multiple lines within a cell?
- Which function is used to enter the current date and time in an MS Excel worksheet cell?
- In MS-Excel, what is the first character you must type when entering a formula into a cell?
- MS Excel is a type of ?
- In Excel, the rows of a table typically correspond to what element?
- What is the main interface window called in a computer spreadsheet application?
- Which function is used in Excel to return the remainder of a division operation?
- Which bar is used to display the current cell and its formula in MS Excel?
- User-developed instructions in MS Excel are called ?
- Which type of chart is most suitable to compare the performance of two employees in the year 2021?
- In MS Excel, function arguments must be enclosed in which of the following?
- Which of the following are graphic presentations of data from a worksheet?
- In MS Excel, which type of chart is commonly used to display data in percentages that add up to 100%?
- In MS Excel, which function is used to automatically calculate the total of a column or row of numbers?
- Which type of data remains unchanged in MS Excel?
- In MS Excel, which tab contains the Conditional Formatting feature?
- In Excel, which tool is used for performing what-if analysis?
- In MS Excel, which operator can be used to concatenate text from two cells into one cell?
- In MS Excel, which function is used to perform addition of numbers?
- In MS Excel, under which tab can you find ready-made templates in the new option?
- Which function in Excel is used to insert the current system date?
- Which of the following is not a valid data type in MS Excel?
- You can apply conditional formatting in Excel to check conditions against which of the following?
- In a computer spreadsheet, how are rows typically labeled?
- What is the primary function of the horizontal scroll bar in MS Excel?
- Which component of MS Excel displays the content of the active cell?
- Which of the following is an example of spreadsheet software?
- Which area in an Excel window is used for entering values and formulas?
- In MS Excel, what does the formula =NOW() return?
- Which software is typically used for creating tables with columns and rows for statistical or mathematical calculations?
- In MS Excel, which bar is used to enter formulas and data?
MS Excel Shortcuts
- To select multiple worksheets in MS Excel, you should press and hold which key and then select the sheets you want to add?
- Which function key is used to create a chart in MS Excel?
- What keyboard shortcut creates a chart from selected cells in MS Excel?
- Which key is used to move to the next cell in the same row in MS Excel?
- What is the function of the Ctrl + D shortcut in MS Excel?
- Which key can you press to edit existing data in an Excel cell?
- Which keyboard shortcut is used to minimize an Excel Worksheet?
- Which shortcut key is used to edit the text in a cell in MS Excel?
- Which key cannot be used to enter data into a cell in MS Excel?
- Which shortcut key combination is used for the AutoSum function in MS Excel?
- Which of the following is NOT a correct method to edit the contents of a cell?
- What is the shortcut key for accessing Help in MS Excel?
- Which key should be held down while moving a column in MS Excel?
- What is the shortcut key to insert a new worksheet in MS Excel?
- Which shortcut key combination is used in Excel to select an entire column?
- Shortcut to repeat last action in Excel:
- Which key is used to edit the selected cell in MS Excel?
- Move to next sheet shortcut:
- Shortcut insert date in Excel:
- Which keyboard shortcut key is used to edit the formula or the selected cell in MS Excel?
- Which shortcut key is used to switch to the next worksheet tab in MS Excel?
- Which shortcut key combination is used to apply an outline border to a selected cell in MS Excel?
- Which action will not select all the cells in a spreadsheet document?
- Which shortcut key combination is used to enter the current date in an Excel worksheet?
- What is the function of the F11 key in Excel?
MS PowerPoint
- A single page in a PowerPoint presentation is called what?
- What is used to apply motion effects to slides in a slide show?
- To add a header or footer to your handout in MS PowerPoint, you can use what feature?
- To insert slides from another presentation into the current one in MS PowerPoint, you should .
- Which application from the MS Office suite is used to create audio-visual presentations?
- The view that displays slides as miniature representations in a presentation is known as what?
- How can the Slide Sorter view be accessed in MS PowerPoint?
- Apply theme in PowerPoint:
- Presentation in PowerPoint:
- The Handout Master in MS PowerPoint includes placeholders for all of the following except which item?
- Start PowerPoint application:
- Convert PowerPoint into video:
- Slides in PowerPoint:
- What is the slide-title master pair in MS PowerPoint 2016?
- A single page of PowerPoint presentation is called _?
- To start Microsoft PowerPoint application _?
- In which menu can you find features like Slide Design, Slide Layout, etc.?
- The "Master Slide" layout in PowerPoint is beneficial because _?
- In MS PowerPoint, multimedia presentations consist of _?
- Which file format can be added to a PowerPoint show?
- When you start a new presentation in MS PowerPoint, which default layout is typically displayed first?
- Which of the following options is not available in the MS PowerPoint Task Pane?
- Which software is commonly used for creating presentations to showcase work reports or performance?
- In MS PowerPoint, what can the 'Record Slide Show' feature record?
- Which action is used to exit from a Microsoft PowerPoint window?
- In PowerPoint, the selected design template can be applied to which of the following?
- What is the default font size in Microsoft PowerPoint presentations?
- In MS-Office PowerPoint, where can you find all the available commands?
- In MS PowerPoint, which feature allows slides to advance on a mouse click?
- Which type of template provides a design concept, fonts, and color scheme for a presentation in MS PowerPoint?
- In MS PowerPoint, from which tab can you insert themes into your presentation?
- Which of the following tools in MS Office is used for managing the visibility of objects on a slide?
- In a PowerPoint presentation, how many times can an animation be repeated?
- Which tab is not available in the left panel when you open a presentation in MS PowerPoint?
- Which of the following represents an action tab in MS PowerPoint?
- Which toolbar in MS Office provides various options in different master views?
- Which executable file is responsible for starting MS PowerPoint?
- What is the main function of the Presenter View in Microsoft PowerPoint?
- PowerPoint contains for creating a presentation.
- What does the layout of slides in a presentation commonly include?
- What is the default page setup orientation for slides in Microsoft PowerPoint?
- In Microsoft PowerPoint, which tab contains the Margin settings in Page Layout?
- Which button in MS PowerPoint is used to link to different slides, files, websites, or sounds?
- How can a chart be added to a presentation in MS PowerPoint?
- Which PowerPoint feature allows users to create presentations quickly and easily?
- Ellipse motion in PowerPoint is a predefined _
- How can you start the Microsoft PowerPoint application?
- Which of the following file formats can be added to a PowerPoint presentation?
- What is the function of the Format Painter tool in MS PowerPoint?
- Which method can be used to insert a new slide in the current Microsoft PowerPoint presentation?
- What is the name of the first slide in a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation?
- A _ is a collection of predefined design elements and color schemes in MS Office applications.
- Which type of fonts is most suitable for titles and headlines?
- Which software is commonly used to create multimedia presentations?
- Which menu option is used to insert a new slide in MS PowerPoint?
- What tool is used to add text to a slide in MS PowerPoint?
- Which option in PowerPoint allows you to change the color of multiple objects without altering their content?
- What are the predefined slide formats in PowerPoint known as?
- Which feature in PowerPoint is used to apply motion effects to different objects on a slide?
- Which of the following is NOT a view available in MS PowerPoint?
- In which menu of MS PowerPoint can you find features like Slide Design and Slide Layout?
- PowerPoint presentations are commonly used as visual aids in which of the following contexts?
- What does the layout of a handout in MS PowerPoint define?
- How can you move to the next slide in MS PowerPoint?
- What is the maximum zoom percentage available in MS PowerPoint?
- MS PowerPoint is primarily used for what purpose?
- Which view in PowerPoint displays only the text of your slides, such as titles and bullet points?
- What are objects on a PowerPoint slide that hold text called?
- In PowerPoint presentations, what are the dotted areas in an empty slide called?
- Which view in MS PowerPoint displays slides as miniature versions for easy organization and rearrangement?
- In PowerPoint, a new presentation can be created using which of the following methods?
- Slide transitions can be applied in which of the following software applications?
- How do you select a chart in MS PowerPoint?
- What is the correct method to insert slide numbers in a PowerPoint presentation?
- Which feature in MS PowerPoint is used to type text in the notes section of a slide?
MS PowerPoint Shortcuts
- Which keyboard shortcut is used to select all content in a PowerPoint presentation?
- What is the shortcut key for adding a new slide in Microsoft PowerPoint?
- Start slideshow from current slide:
- Which shortcut key is used to start a PowerPoint presentation from the beginning?
- Insert new slide shortcut:
- Slide show shortcut key:
- In MS PowerPoint we press _ key to start slideshow from current slide.
- Which shortcut key inserts a new slide in current presentation?
- In MS PowerPoint F5 is used for _?
- Which key combination is used to start a slideshow from the current slide in MS PowerPoint?
- What is the shortcut key for creating a blank presentation in MS PowerPoint?
- Which function key provides help in Microsoft PowerPoint?
- Which function key is used to start a slideshow in Microsoft PowerPoint?
- Which keyboard shortcut is used to create a new presentation in MS PowerPoint?
Other MS Office Products
- Which of the following is not a valid version of Microsoft Office?
- In Microsoft Office, what is the term for a series of commands grouped together?
- Which of the following elements can be selectively pasted using the 'Paste Special' command in MS Office applications?
- Which data type in MS Access is appropriate to store large text and numbers?
- What is the minimum number of data types that can be assigned to a field in MS-Access?
- What is the primary use of Microsoft OneNote?
- Which of the following options is available through the Office button in MS Office applications?
- In MS Access, how is data typically organized?
- Google Docs is:
- Reasons to use Macro in Microsoft Office ?
- In MS Access, which 5-letter term starts with S?
- Which one is the most suitable reason to use Macro in MS Office (Word, Excel, PPT, etc)?
- Which of the following software is considered a Database Application?
- Which desktop database application is part of the MS Office suite?
- Which toolbar in Microsoft Office allows quick access to frequently used commands and tools?
- Which tool is commonly used for graphic designing or drawing?
- What is the Microsoft Office Internet Connect primarily used for?
Other MS Office Shortcuts
- What is the shortcut key for redoing the last action in Microsoft Office on a Windows PC?
- Which keyboard shortcut is used in Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook to toggle between lowercase, UPPERCASE, and Capitalize Each Word?
- Which shortcut key is used to toggle the ribbon display in Microsoft Office applications?
- Which shortcut key is used to save a file with a new name in MS Office applications?
- What does pressing the F12 key typically open in Microsoft Office applications?
File Extensions
- What is the file extension used by Notepad to save files?
- Which file type is commonly used to compress one or more files into a single archive?
- PNG, JPEG, and GIF are types of which kind of files?
- The .xls file extension is associated with which type of file?
- Vector graphics are primarily composed of which of the following elements?
- What is used to send multiple files together?
- What is the file extension used for Microsoft Word documents?
- What is the default file extension for Excel spreadsheets?
- What is the standard file extension used for Microsoft PowerPoint presentations?
- What type of files use the .txt file extension?
- PowerPoint file extension:
- Which of the following is a valid Excel file format?
- Files recognized by:
- What is the extension of MS PowerPoint presentation file in 2007 and later versions?
- What is the standard file format for PowerPoint presentations?
- Files are recognized by their?
- PNG, JPEG, GIF are the formats of _ files.
- Which of the following is a graphic file format extension?
- Which of these is a type of sound file format?
- Which file format is commonly opened using word processing software?
- Docx is the file extension associated with which software application?
Data Communication & Networking
61 MCQsData Communication & Networking in Computer Science
Network Types
- Which type of network connection establishes a direct link between two devices?
- WAN stands for what in networking terms?
- What does the abbreviation LAN stand for?
- Internet type of network:
- Bluetooth is a _ technology for short range communication.
- In peer-to-peer networking:
- Which is an example of WAN?
- Several computers linked to a server to share programs and storage space form a _.
- If you want to connect two nearby situated buildings then which of the following type of network you will use?
- Two or more computers connected together for sharing information form a _.
- What does MAN stand for in networking terms?
- The first network ever developed was called what?
Network Topologies
- In which network topology is there a central controller or hub?
- In a network with 25 computers, which network topology would require the most extensive cabling?
- Which network topology is most affected by a central node failure?
- In a network with 25 computers, which topology would require the most extensive cabling?
- What is the term for the physical or logical arrangement of a network?
OSI & TCP/IP Models
- End-to-end communication layer:
- Which of the following is NOT an OSI layer?
- How many layers does the OSI model have?
- MTU stands for?
- Which layer is NOT in the OSI model? A) Physical B) Network C) Process D) Transport
- MAC stands for _.
- In the OSI model, which layer is responsible for tasks such as encryption and decryption?
IP Addressing
Network Protocols
Networking Devices
- Which device is commonly used to establish a connection between nearby devices in a network?
- What is the primary purpose of a 'Proxy Server' in a network?
- Device connecting networks:
- Ethernet card is also called:
- Which of the following is a networking device?
- Which is a device that connects two or more networks with different types of protocols?
- What is the primary function of a Gateway in networking?
- What is the name of a device that converts digital signals to analog signals?
Transmission Media
- Which type of connection is typically used to connect a printer directly to a network?
- Which type of signals typically travel through traditional telephone lines?
- Optical Fiber System is primarily used in which type of system?
- A wireless technology used in electronic devices for exchanging data over short distances is called _.
- A connection between two endpoints, either physical or logical, allowing data to travel in both directions simultaneously is known as what?
- Which process is used to convert digital signals into analog signals for transmission over communication channels?
- Bit transfer between parts
- Signal strength decrease in fiber:
- Bandwidth refers to:
- What parameter is used to specify data transfer speed?
- Bandwidth is usually measured in _ ?
- Multiple repeaters in a communication satellite are called?
- Attenuation in fiber optics refers to?
Internet & Web Technologies
124 MCQsInternet & Web Technologies in Computer Science
Internet Basics
- What is conducting business through the internet commonly known as?
- Which of the following is not a term used in the context of the Internet?
- Internet access by transmitting digital data over the wires of a local telephone network is known as what?
- Which term is used to identify a specific computer on the web along with the main page of a website?
- Websites use which type of information to track user activity?
- Which language is primarily used for developing webpages?
- Where can website content be accessed?
- What does the abbreviation SSL stand for in computer networking?
- Which of the following is not commonly associated with an intranet?
- HTTP port:
- Remote login service:
- XML stands for:
- Which protocol is used to establish a secure channel of communication over a potentially insecure network?
- What does B2C stand for in e-commerce?
- A cookie on a website is used to?
- Video streaming is most common on which platform?
- What does the term HTTPS means?
- Which protocol deals with resolving domain names?
- What does the abbreviation URL stand for?
- HTML is used for?
- The default port for HTTP traffic is?
- Which term is not used by intranet?
- What is telnet?
- What is the name of Webpage Address?
- Function of a URL?
- Business through the internet is called?
- Which domain is commonly used by profit businesses for their websites?
- What is the primary use of Google Drive?
- Which of the following is an example of connectivity?
- Which device is essential to establish an internet connection?
- The acronym WWW stands for which of the following?
- WWW stands for what in terms of internet terminology?
- Hyperlinks can be what types of links in a document?
- A unique address for accessing a file on the Internet is known as what?
- A hyperlink is best described as which of the following?
- What does HTTP stand for in the context of the World Wide Web (WWW)?
- HTML stands for what in the field of computer science?
- What is used to identify a returning user to a website?
- What does FTP stand for in networking?
- The _ project provides access to the universe of online information using simple user interface operations.
- What does the term 'Internet' refer to?
- Personal logs or journal entries posted on the web are known as what?
- What is the full form of URL in computer terminology?
- What does DNS stand for in networking terminology?
- Electronic banking is synonymous with which of the following terms?
- Which platforms are commonly used for conducting online video meetings?
- Which HTML heading tag is used for the smallest size heading?
- What does HTTP stand for in the context of WWW?
- The birthplace of the World Wide Web was ?
- HTML is used for creating what type of digital documents?
- Which was the first network that laid the foundation for the Internet?
- Which of the following is not considered an online transaction?
- What is the process of transferring files from a remote computer on the Internet to your local computer called?
- In a website, how do we navigate from one page to another?
- Which of the following terms refers to a page that guides users from various sources to a single destination?
Web Browsers & Search Engines
- What command is used to instruct a web browser to load the latest version of a webpage?
- What is the first page of a web browser typically called?
- What option is used to refine search results in a web browser?
- Which of the following is an example of a search engine?
- Which tool is primarily used to access or open a website?
- Which type of software is commonly used to access web pages?
- Which software application is typically used to access and view websites?
- Internet Explorer is categorized as which type of software?
- Bookmarks function is associated with which of the following elements on the web?
- Which button is typically used to reload a page in an Internet browser?
- A stored link to a webpage for quick access later is called what?
- You need to open a to access a website.
- In Internet Explorer, which tab allows you to show or hide the favorites bar by selecting it from the toolbars option?
- Which software is commonly used to access the World Wide Web (WWW)?
- What is the term for the feature in web browsers that stores previously entered information to assist in filling forms?
- The software used by search engines to browse the internet and index web pages is known as a .
- Google is primarily known as what type of platform?
- Which type of file is stored on a computer to enhance browsing speed by saving frequently accessed data?
- Default hyperlink color
- Website surfing done by
- First search engine:
- The software used to open PDF files and surf websites is called?
- Which of the following is the oldest search engine?
- What is the purpose of Family Safety settings in MS Edge?
- Which of the following describes Mozilla Firefox?
Email & Communication Protocols
- What does 'Email Forward' mean in the context of email usage?
- Through which medium can audio and video PDFs be sent?
- Which symbol is essential in an email address to access sites on the network?
- What does POP stand for in computer networking?
- What does BCC stand for in email terminology?
- In which year was the first email sent?
- What is the primary purpose of the Drafts folder in an email service like Gmail?
- What can be sent using Email?
- How much free storage space does Gmail provide to its users?
- An email account includes a storage area, commonly referred to as what?
- Which of the following options correctly represents the format of an email address?
- An E-mail account consists of two parts: one is the user name and the other is the
- What is another name for junk email?
- What types of items can be attached in Gmail emails?
- Which method is commonly used to send audio, video, and text over the internet?
- The _ folder is used to store copies of emails that you have started but not yet sent.
- Which application is commonly used for sending emails?
- Which of the following are examples of E-mail clients?
- What is an E-mail attachment referred to as?
- Which of these should be avoided when sending an E-mail?
- What is the term used to describe the topic of an email?
- Which action is required to create a new email account?
- Which protocol is used to provide E-mail services among different hosts?
- What is another term for unsolicited or junk email?
- Where are messages received from another person typically stored in an email system?
- An email cannot be sent without what essential component?
- What does a paper clip icon next to an email signify?
- Which of the following is considered as unsolicited commercial email?
- Which protocol is used for sending emails over the Internet?
- SMTP is classified as which type of protocol?
- Which of the following cannot be included in an email address?
- Gmail, Hotmail, and Yahoo are examples of what type of service?
- Which application allows you to display videos, documents, and files?
- What does "CC" denote in the context of an email message?
- What is the term used for electronic spam where unsolicited messages are sent via email?
- What is the maximum file size that can be attached to an email message in Gmail?
- Which symbol is always included in an email address?
- Sending an E-mail is similar to what activity?
- Network protocol for email sending:
- First email sent in:
- Email invented by:
- What is the first part of an email address called?
- Which protocol is commonly used for sending emails?
- An Email address consists of two parts, Username or ID and _?
Database Management System
38 MCQsDatabase Management System in Computer Science
Database Basics
- A repository for data, usually covering a specific topic, is known as a
- What is the purpose of Metadata?
- Which file format is commonly used for storing data in Database Management Systems?
- A set of possible data values in a database is called what?
- What is the smallest meaningful unit of data in a database called?
- Which of the following is an example of a Database Management System (DBMS)?
- Which of the following is an example of database design software?
- What is the term for a collection of records that match the parameters of a query in a database?
- How many main sections are typically present in a database table?
- What is the term for the organizational capability to ensure high-quality data?
- Table in relational DB is also known as:
- Smallest unit in database:
- External database referred to:
- Purpose of indexing:
- A collection of interrelated files in a computer is known as what?
- Arranging data by characteristics is called:
- In database, columns are called?
- In a Database table, a single row will be called?
- Role set means?
- A collection of related data is called _ .
Database Keys
Normalization
SQL Basics
- Which SQL query would you use to find employees earning more than $5000 a month?
- An function is a dynamic mathematical calculation that displays a single value for a specific field in a dataset.
- NOT a SQL keyword:
- "SQL" stands for:
- When a table is created in a database, which statement is correct regarding its fields?
- In SQL, which command is used to remove a table?
- The SQL command used to retrieve data from a database table is?
- SQL stands for _?
- What does SQL stand for in database terminology?
- Which of the following table constraints prevents the entry of duplicate rows?
- A query can be used to select data from which of the following sources?
Programming Fundamentals & OOP
20 MCQsProgramming Fundamentals & OOP in Computer Science
Programming Languages
- The Greater Than sign is an example of which type of operator?
- Finding and correcting errors in a program is called:
- Which of the following is not a valid C++ data type?
- Language used for AI:
- A program should be?
- What is the list of coded instructions in computing commonly referred to as?
- In C and C++ programming languages, which symbol is used to access the value at a specific memory address?
- The greater than sign (>) is an example of which type of operation?
- Which computer language consists solely of binary codes?
- The first computers were programmed using which type of language?
- When developing a computer program, who is responsible for designing the program's structure?
- Cooperative learning is a form of
Translators (Compiler, Interpreter, Assembler)
- Who is credited with developing the first compiler?
- The programming language that is directly understood and executed by a computer is called what?
- What is a computer program that translates one instruction at a time into machine language called?
- Compiler purpose:
- Compiler function:
- Compiler is the ?
- The basic language of a computer consists of which of the following?
Object-Oriented Programming Concepts
Data Structures & Algorithms
8 MCQsData Structures & Algorithms in Computer Science
Arrays & Strings
Stacks & Queues
Trees & Graphs
Sorting Algorithms
Time & Space Complexity
Cybersecurity & IT Ethics
34 MCQsCybersecurity & IT Ethics in Computer Science
Malware
- Which type of malware is a program that is installed on a computer without the user's consent and operates against their wishes?
- What is the primary purpose behind creating a computer virus?
- What does the acronym VIRUS stand for in computer terminology?
- First virus name:
- Malware self-replicates:
- What is the term for a software that can cause harm to your computer?
- What is malware software?
- First, ever computer virus was created from -------?
- The first ever computer virus was created in which country?
Cyber Attacks
- What is phishing in the context of cybersecurity?
- What is the technique called that is used to steal passwords and usernames?
- What does the term 'cyber warfare' encompass?
- What is phishing?
- Fake traffic on a website is called?
- Ransomware attack is an attack which performs?
- What is DOS Attack?
- What term describes crimes committed using computers and the internet?
- The common name for the crime of stealing passwords is known as ?
Security Measures
- What is used in computers to protect networked servers from unauthorized access and potential damage?
- Cyber Security is primarily used to protect which of the following?
- What is the art of writing secret code words called?
- What is the process called where data is converted into a code to prevent unauthorized access?
- Verification of a login name and password is known as what?
- What mechanism is used to ensure the authenticity of an email?
- Lock : Door analogy → Password :
- Public & private key cryptography is:
- Patch software function:
- What is the primary function of Firewall in computer networks?
- Cryptography that uses one public key and one private key is called?
- Authentication refers to which of the following processes?
- What is the art of writing code words called?
- Which domain of Bloom's taxonomy is related to attitudes and manners?
Cyber Laws in Pakistan
Emerging Technologies
37 MCQsEmerging Technologies in Computer Science
Cloud Computing & IoT
- A(An) _ is an Internet service that allows users to store their data remotely.
- What is the best way to define Virtualization in cloud computing?
- Distributed ledger is:
- Which one of the following is NOT a characteristic of cloud computing?
- Which of the following is an online cloud service?
- Google Docs is an example of?
- Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) is?
- How much free storage space does Google Drive initially offer to users?
- Blockchain technology is primarily associated with which of the following areas?
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Basics
- ChatGPT is based on which architectural model?
- Which programming language is most commonly used for Artificial Intelligence applications?
- What is the role of META AI in business operations?
- NLP in ChatGPT is primarily used for what type of response generation?
- ChatGPT works on:
- Capping is a technique primarily associated with which of the following fields?
- AI model supporting humanoids:
- AI embedded physically real-time:
- AI design from patterns:
- Programming language of AI:
- AI primary language:
- In which year was the Turing Test introduced?
- What is the Turing Test?
- ChatGPT works on?
- Which type of AI is used for learning apps?
- AI stands for ?
- The term 'Blockchain technology' is primarily associated with which concept?
- What does the term "Crypto Winter" mean?
- Digital currency worldwide without govt:
- 3D printer uses:
Social Media & Digital Marketing Basics
Pakistani Digital Government Services & Apps
IT Personalities & Companies
36 MCQsIT Personalities & Companies in Computer Science
Famous IT Personalities
- Who is credited with the invention of the Integrated Circuit (IC)?
- Who is credited with the invention of the microprocessor?
- Founder of Oracle Corporation:
- Who introduced the Turing Test?
- Who is the father of Computer science?
- Who is considered the world's first programmer?
- Who is the father of personal computer?
- Who is credited with creating the C programming language?
- Who is credited with inventing the World Wide Web (WWW) alongside Robert Cailliau?
- Who is considered as one of the founders of computers among the great Muslim scientists?
- Who is the founder of the Computer Operating System 'Windows'?
- Who developed the basic structure of modern computers?
- Who was the first owner of Microsoft Company?
- Sergey Brin and Larry Page are the founders of which major technology company?
- Who created the Brain virus?
- Who is the founder of Netscape?
- Who is credited with inventing the Super Computer?
- Famous social website Facebook was founded by ?
- Steve Jobs earned fame during his association with ?
- Who is the inventor of Linux?
- Who invented the first Digital Computer?
- Who was the founder of the IBM Company?
- Who developed the concept of universal Turing machines, which became the foundation for modern computing?
- Who were the developers of the Unix operating system?
- Who is known as the Father of the Internet?
- Who is credited with the invention of Fiber Optic technology?
- Who is recognized as the father of the computer?
- Who is credited with the invention of email?
- Co-founder of Microsoft Office:
Tech Companies
General Shortcuts & Abbreviations
40 MCQsGeneral Shortcuts & Abbreviations in Computer Science
General Shortcuts
- What is the shortcut key for undoing or reversing the last action in most software applications?
- The F1 key is commonly used for what purpose in most software applications?
- What is the function of the Alt + Tab keyboard shortcut?
- Which key combination is used to close the active window in Windows operating systems?
- Which keyboard shortcut is used for the find and replace feature in most software applications?
- Which shortcut key is used to open the Start menu in Windows 10?
- Which function key is commonly used to refresh a web page?
- Which shortcut key combination is used to switch to the next open window on a computer?
- Which command is used in the Run dialog box to open the Command Prompt?
- Which function key is commonly used to refresh a window in Windows operating system?
- Which shortcut key combination is used to print the current page in most applications?
- Which key on the keyboard is used to move the cursor to the start of a line?
- Which shortcut key combination is used to move the cursor one page down in most software applications?
- Which keyboard shortcut is used to open a new tab in most web browsers?
- Which shortcut key combination is used to close a tab in a web browser?
- Which shortcut key combination is used to print a document in most software applications?
- In Inpage, which shortcut key combination is used for the Title Text box?
- Which shortcut key combination displays the hidden taskbar?
- Which key should be pressed to delete the selected text in a document?
- Which function key is used to rename a file or folder in Windows operating systems?
- What is the shortcut key for undoing typing in most computer applications?
- What is the function of the F4 key in most systems?
- What is the shortcut key for pasting text or objects in most computer applications?
- F5 is used for ?
- Which key is commonly used to capture a screenshot of the entire screen on a computer?
- What is the function of the F4 key in most software applications?
Important Terms & Abbreviations
- What does the abbreviation 'PDF' stand for in computing terminology?
- What does VPN stand for?
- BIOS stands for ?
- What does VGA stand for in computer terminology?
- What does the abbreviation LCD stand for?
- What does the abbreviation ICT stand for?
- What does the abbreviation PIN stand for?
- What does Wi-Fi stand for?
- What does CAD stand for in computer terminology?
- ASCII stands for:
- GUI stands for _?
- What does the abbreviation API stand for in computer science?
- In the banking system, what does OTP stand for?
- What does DMS stand for in computer terminology?