Quiz on History and Careers in Computing

What was the first mechanical computer designed by Charles Babbage?

• IBM PC

• Analytical Engine

• ENIAC

• UNIX

Which operating system was developed by AT&T in 1971?

• Linux

• Windows

• DOS

• UNIX

What major advancement in computing occurred in the 1990s?

• Development of the Internet

• Introduction of smartphones

• Widespread use of computers

• Launch of Windows

What is the primary purpose of ENIAC?

• To store data in libraries

• To develop personal computers

• To compute firing tables for WWII

• To create graphical interfaces

Which of the following is a key skill required for IT support roles?

• Graphic design

• Technical support

• Project management

• Data analysis

What does IT literacy encompass in modern job fields?

• Ability to use electronic medical records

• Knowledge of programming languages

• Familiarity with historical computing

• Understanding of basic math

What was a significant feature of the first generation of computers?

• Use of transistors

• Graphical user interfaces

• Programmable capabilities

• Mechanical components

Which technology allows for communication over any distance?

• Computing technology

• Telecommunications technology

• Networking technology

• Data management technology

What is a major impact of IT on businesses?

• Increased physical storage needs

• Reduction in employee numbers

• Real-time access to customer data

• Decreased reliance on technology

Which of the following is NOT a career path in Information Technology?

• Software Development

• Cybersecurity

• Data Management

• Graphic Design