Introduction to Computer Online Exam

What is a computer?

• A device that only stores data for future reference.

• A electronic device that processes data and performs tasks according to a set of instructions.

• A tool used exclusively for communication over the internet.

• A mechanical device for manual calculations.

What does bandwidth represent in a network?

• The speed at which a computer processes information.

• The physical size of a network cable.

• The amount of data that can travel over a network in a given amount of time.

• The total number of devices connected to a network.

What is the main purpose of a browser?

• To create documents

• To store data locally

• To manage network servers

• To access and view web pages

Which device is used for text output?

• Keyboard

• Printer

• Scanner

• Webcam

Which of the following allows you to transfer files to/from a server on the Internet?

• VoIP

• FTP

• Email

• Chat room

What is the main function of the DNS server?

• To manage user passwords

• To translate domain names into IP addresses

• To send email

• To manage website content

Which feature allows multiple webpages to be open at the same time in a browser?

• URL bar

• Search engine

• Tabbed browsing

• Home page

The term for a small software program that extends a browser's capabilities is:

• ISP

• Plug-in

• FTP

• Server

How do search operators help when conducting an online search?

• They reduce the time it takes for a webpage to load.

• They allow you to download files faster from the internet.

• They help to refine your search by providing more specific results.

• They increase the number of websites displayed in your search results.

What is the main difference between data and information?

• Data is a processed form of information, while information is raw and unprocessed.

• Information is always numerical, while data can only be text-based.

• Data and information are the same and can be used interchangeably.

• Data consists of raw facts, while information is data that has been processed and organized in a meaningful way.