Computer Science Quiz

What does the term "Binary" refer to in computer science?

• A method of managing computer hardware.

• A type of computer virus.

• A way of representing information using only two options.

• A programming language.

How many bits are there in a byte?

• 16 bits

• 8 bits

• 32 bits

• 4 bits

What is meant by "Lossless Compression"?

• A process that reduces data size without losing any information.

• A method to increase the speed of data processing.

• A technique to make files larger.

• A process that loses some information to reduce file size.

Which of the following best describes "Creative Commons"?

• A software for creating digital art.

• A set of guidelines for programming languages.

• A type of computer hardware.

• A collection of public copyright licenses that enable free distribution of a work.

What is an "Overflow Error" in computing?

• An error from too little data being processed.

• An error from attempting to represent a number that is too large.

• An error caused by insufficient memory allocation.

• An error when the computer overheats.

What is the primary function of an IP Address in a computing network?

• To monitor network performance

• To assign unique numbers to each device on the Internet

• To increase the speed of data transfer

• To encrypt data communications

Which term describes the maximum amount of data that can be sent in a fixed amount of time over a network?

• Latency

• Bandwidth

• Throughput

• Compression

What does the term 'Router' refer to in the context of a computing network?

• A device that manages the power supply to the network

• A protocol for transmitting web pages over the Internet

• A device that forwards data across a network

• A software that protects the network from unauthorized access

What is the purpose of the Domain Name System (DNS)?

• To encrypt data transmissions

• To connect different network types

• To translate domain names like example.com into IP addresses

• To monitor network traffic

What does 'HTTP' stand for and what is its primary function?

• HyperText Transfer Protocol, used for transmitting web pages over the Internet

• High-Throughput Transmission Protocol, used for high-speed data transfer

• HyperText Transmission Protocol, used for encrypting web communications

• High-Transfer Text Protocol, used for text messaging services