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Computer Essentials

Total questions: 87

Worksheet time: 44mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Where do you click to restart the computer?

a)

Internet Explorer

b)

My Documents

c)

Turn Off Computer

d)

Log Off

2.

If you want to log on to a computer in a secure and safe way, which of the following information do you need?

a)

IP Address

b)

License key

c)

Credit Card Number

d)

Username and Password

3.

If you want to know the operating system you are working on, which of the following icons do you click from the Control Panel?

a)

Regional and Language Options

b)

System

c)

Power Options

d)

Add Hardware

4.

If you want to change the background of your computer, which of the following icons do you click from the Control Panel?

a)

Display

b)

Regional and Language Options

c)

Network Connections

d)

Users Account

5.

If you want to change the screen resolution of your computer, which of the following icons do you click from the Control Panel?

a)

Display

b)

Regional and Language Options

c)

Network Connections

d)

Users Account

6.

If you want to add a new language to your computer, which of the following icons do you click from the Control Panel?

a)

Display

b)

Regional and Language Options

c)

Network Connections

d)

Users Account

7.

If you want to install or uninstall new software on your computer, which of the following icons do you click from the Control Panel?

a)

Network Connections

b)

Users Account

c)

Add or Remove Programs

d)

Regional and Language Options

8.

If you want to capture only an active window, which of the following keys should be used?

a)

Shift + F5

b)

Ctrl + Insert

c)

Alt + Print Screen

d)

Ctrl + Alt + Delete

9.

Which of the following is an application?

a)

My Documents

b)

Internet Explorer

c)

letter.doc

d)

Recycle Bin

10.

Which of the following combination of keys will you use to switch between two or more open windows?

a)

Alt + Tab

b)

Shift + F5

c)

AltGr + Shift

d)

Shift + Tab

11.

If you want to access the WordPad, where in the All Programs on the Start Menu should you click?

a)

Accessories

b)

MSN

c)

Startup

d)

Outlook Express

12.

Which Windows application would you use to close a non-responding application?

a)

Microsoft Word

b)

Task Manager

c)

Windows Explorer

d)

Recycle Bin

13.

Which program would you use to type a letter?

a)

Microsoft Word

b)

Task Manager

c)

Windows Explorer

d)

Recycle Bin

14.

Which folder would you open to restore a deleted file?

a)

Microsoft Work

b)

Task Manager

c)

Windows Explorer

d)

Recycle Bin

15.

Where do you go to organize your files and folders?

a)

Microsoft Word

b)

Task Manager

c)

Windows Explorer

d)

Recycle Bin

16.

Creating backup copies of files is important to industries because of which of the following descriptions?

a)

Allows files to be restored if the original copy becomes corrupted.

b)

Allows the file to be distributed on more than one computer.

c)

Allows users to take a copy of the files home.

d)

Allows files to be stored on the computer.

17.

What does the following description apply to? This allows files to be stored in a format that takes less space than the original file.

a)

File Saving

b)

File Compression

c)

File Deleting

d)

File Opening

18.

Select the definition of a virus.

a)

A virus is a program that the users install on their computer to help them in their job.

b)

A virus is a corrupted file on your computer that cannot be opened and returns error messages.

c)

A virus is a program designed to alter the way a computer operates, without the knowledge or consent of the user.

d)

A virus is an email form someone you don’t know.

19.

Select the description that best describes when a virus scanning application should be used.

a)

When closing the computer

b)

Before opening all e-mail attachments

c)

When creating e-mail attachments

d)

Before creating any file

20.

Where can you store files and folders on a permanent level?

a)

Memory

b)

CPU

c)

Network Drive

d)

Network adapter

21.

Why is it important to backup regularly in a storage device in an off-site storage?

a)

Backed up files cannot be corrupted

b)

Backed up files are safe if there is a fire on-site

c)

Backed up files will be deleted if there is a virus

d)

Backed up files cannot be infected by a virus

22.

What is an advantage of online file storage?

a)

Files are always stored for free

b)

Files are virus checked always

c)

Files are backed up immediately

d)

Files can be accessed securely from any Internet connected computer

23.

What is an advantage of using file compression?

a)

You cannot delete the file

b)

You cannot change the size of the file

c)

You reduce the size file on the hard drive or other media

d)

You can change the style of the file

24.

How can a virus infect your computer?

a)

By downloading program files

b)

By copying DVDs that are copyrighted

c)

By creating new files

d)

By sending emails

25.

Why must you update an anti-virus software on a regular basis?

a)

To agree with the copyright of the software

b)

To increase space on your computer

c)

To avoid scanning email attachments

d)

To create a good protection against new viruses

26.

Which one of the following is a definition of ICT?

a)

Technologies that are used for computation and information.

b)

Technologies that are used for the contemplation of information.

c)

Technologies that are used for communication and information.

d)

Technologies that are used for the comprehension of information

27.

Which one of the following is an example of a mobile technology?

a)

The Android operating system

b)

The Linux operating system

c)

Microsoft Office

d)

Open Office

28.

Which one of the following is a computer?

a)

tablet

b)

switch

c)

router

d)

scanner

29.

Which one of the following is most likely to speed up a computer?

a)

Increasing the number of input devices

b)

Increasing the number of output devices

c)

A processor with higher capacity

d)

A power supply with higher capacity

30.

Which one of the following can convert printed text to a digital image?

a)

Mouse

b)

Scanner

c)

Speaker

d)

Firewall

31.

Which one of the following is an interface for transferring uncompressed digital audio and video data?

a)

USB

b)

HDMI

c)

DVD

d)

VGA

32.

What is true about operating systems and applications?

a)

Applications are always installed first on a computer, then the operating system

b)

The operating system is always installed first on a computer, then the applications.

c)

The operating system can only interact with software, not hardware

d)

Applications can only interact with hardware, not software

33.

Which one of the following is NOT an example of an operating system

a)

Android

b)

Linux

c)

Windows

d)

Firefox

34.

Which one of the following is an office productivity application?

a)

Minesweeper

b)

Chrome

c)

Unix

d)

Excel

35.

Which one of the following is NOT true about an end-user software agreement (EULA)?

a)

It is the contract between the licensor and purchaser

b)

It establishes the purchaser's right to use the software

c)

It contains offers to buy additional products to a reduced price

d)

It may define ways under which the copy can be used

36.

Why is some software called freeware?

a)

Because it is free from computer viruses

b)

Because it is totally free from license restrictions

c)

Because it can be used on any type of computer

d)

Because it can be used totally without cost

37.

What information has to be entered to securely log on to a computer?

a)

Name and address

b)

Computer name and IP-number

c)

Username and password

d)

Credit card number

38.

Which one of the following is the main purpose of the task bar?

a)

To launch and monitor applications

b)

To manage network settings

c)

To shut down the computer

d)

To uninstall or change a program

39.

Which one of the following is NOT a way to move a desktop icon?

a)

Select the icon and press one of the arrow keys

b)

Select the icon and select Cut from the Edit enu. Go to the new location and select Paste from the Edit menu

c)

Click and drag the icon with the mouse

d)

Right-click the icon and select Cut from the context menu. Right-click the new location and select Paste from the context menu

40.

Which one of the following describes how to change the screen resolution?

a)

Right-click the Computer icon and choose the Screen resolution item in the context menu

b)

Right-click the Start button and choose the Screen resolution item in the context menu

c)

Right-click the Desktop and choose the Screen resolution item in the context menu

d)

Right-click the Task bar and choose the Screen resolution item in the context menu

41.

In the Windows Task Manager, non-responding applications can be shut down. Which one of the following keyboard shortcuts is used to show the screen below?

a)

Shift+Alt+Delete

b)

Ctrl+Alt+Delete

c)

Alt+Shift+Delete

d)

Esc+Shift+Delete

42.

Which one of the following is regarded as good practice when naming files and folders?

a)

Use names that have letters in both high and low case

b)

Use names that are short and easy to remember

c)

Use names that contain both numbers and special characters

d)

Use names that are meaningful and related to the content

43.

Which key should be used in combination with the mouse to select all the files?

a)

Alt

b)

Shift

c)

Enter

d)

End

44.

Which one of the following best describes an Internal Hard Disk?

a)

A device which can store large amounts of data.

b)

A device which can transmit data wirelessly.

c)

A device which can cool down the computer if it becomes overheated.

d)

A device which can stop data virus from infecting the computer

45.

Which one of the following files is the largest?

a)

A 1000 kilobyte file

b)

A 100 megabyte file

c)

A 10 terabyte file

d)

A 1 gigabyte file

46.

What is the benefit of using file compression?

a)

It will prevent files from being deleted by mistake.

b)

It will protect files from being infected by computer virus.

c)

It will reduce file sizes on the hard drive or other media.

d)

It will convert files so they can be used by any program.

47.

Which one of the following enables secure sharing and access of data and devices?

a)

A hard drive

b)

A protocol

c)

A network

d)

A processor

48.

Which one of the following is used for voice communications and multimedia sessions over the Internet?

a)

USB

b)

HDMI

c)

VoIP

d)

IM

49.

Which one of the following describes the main use of a virtual private network (VPN)?

a)

It increases the bandwidth within an existing computer network

b)

It extends a company network via the Internet to remote locations

c)

It opens up selected parts of a private network to the public

d)

It allows users to connect to a network without using the Internet.

50.

What does the term megabits per second measure?

a)

Sound sampling rate

b)

Data transfer rate

c)

Video frame rate

d)

Component failure rate

51.

Which one of the following is used to transfer a file from the Internet to a computer?

a)

Downsizing

b)

Upsizing

c)

Downloading

d)

Uploading

52.

Which one of the following is NOT an option for connecting to the Internet?

a)

Cable

b)

Mobile Phone

c)

Satellite

d)

RAM

53.

Which one of the following is a type of organization that provides access to the Internet?

a)

ROM

b)

Wi-Fi

c)

ISP

d)

HDMI

54.

Which one of the following characterises an open network?

a)

It can only be accessed from personal computers.

b)

It is a wired network

c)

It is a company network

d)

It is not secured with a password

55.

Which one of the following is a simple but effective password policy?

a)

A password should be very easy to remember.

b)

A password should have no numbers

c)

A password should never be shared

d)

A password should never be changed

56.

What is the purpose of using a firewall?

a)

Increase the hard disk capacity

b)

Prevent unauthorised computer access

c)

Speed up the Internet connection

d)

Disinfect data files that have a computer virus.

57.

What is the purpose of regularly backing up data to a removable storage device for off-site storage?

a)

The backup files cannot be damaged in any way

b)

The backup files will automatically be restored if the on-site files get deleted

c)

The backup files will be safe in the event of an on-site hard disk failure

d)

The backup files cannot be infected by computer virus

58.

Which one of the following is the reason that anti-virus software should be updated regularly?

a)

To fulfill the license agreement from the software manufacturer

b)

To reduce the frequency with which a computer needs to be scanned for viruses

c)

To ensure a good level of protection against newly created viruses

d)

To increase the amount of free space on the computer's hard drive

59.

Which one of the following characterises computer viruses?

a)

They are often deleted when the operating system is closed

b)

They are often hidden in peripheral devices connected to the computer

c)

They are often very large files and rarely infects via e-mail

d)

They are often disguised as harmless files to deceive the user

60.

Which of the following is a common way for a virus to infect a computer?

a)

When connecting a mouse or keyboard

b)

When creating a backup file on your hard drive

c)

When running an unknown downloaded file

d)

When connecting to the Internet

61.

How can a good posture be maintained when working at a computer?

a)

Make sure the network connection is working correctly

b)

Make sure the workplace temperature is set correctly

c)

Make sure the computer hardware is grounded correctly

d)

Make sure the computer, desk and seat are positioned correctly

62.

Which one of the following practices will save energy?

a)

Updating your graphics driver regularly

b)

Not leaving the computer and peripherals in standby mode

c)

Deleting unnecessary files and folders on the computer

d)

Compressing files so they do not exceed 150 megabyte in size

63.

How can the negative environmental impact of printers be effectively reduced?

a)

Never turn off the printer

b)

Only print in black and white

c)

Recycle paper and cartridges

d)

Use only inkjet printers

64.

Which one of the following describes a screen magnifier?

a)

Software that enlarge the screen content

b)

Software that changes the screen resolution

c)

Software that automatically can turn the screen on and off

d)

Software that increases the number of colours used on the screen

65.

Which icon represents a folder?

a)
b)
c)
d)
66.

Where do you click to switch to skype window?

a)
b)
c)
d)
67.

Where do you click to close an open window?

a)
b)
c)
d)
68.

Where should you click to sort the files and folders by their size?

a)
b)
c)
d)
69.

Where do you click to create a desktop shortcut?

a)

On the recycle bin

b)

On the My Documents Folder

c)

On the desktop

d)

On the taskbar

70.

What are these?

a)

Status bars

b)

Scroll bars

c)

Menu bars

d)

Title bars

71.

What are these?

a)

Status bars

b)

Scroll bars

c)

Menu bars

d)

Title bars

72.

Which one of the icons indicates that it is safe to remove a USB-device?

a)
b)
c)
d)
73.

Which key which captures full screen

a)
b)
c)
d)
74.

Where should you click to print from Wordpad?

a)
b)
c)
d)
75.

Which menu should you click to pause a printout?

a)
b)
c)
d)
76.

Where should you click to install a new printer?

a)
b)
c)
d)
77.

Where in the organize menu should you click to see the size of the selected file?

a)
b)
c)
d)
78.

Where in the right click menu should you click to change the standard printer?

a)
b)
c)
d)
79.

Click the drive icon in image below?

a)
b)
c)
d)
80.

Where should you click to un-zip the compressed file?

a)
b)
c)
d)
81.

Where should you click to connect to a Wireless network?

a)
b)
c)
d)
82.

Where in the right-click menu should you click to compress the selected folder?

a)
b)
c)
d)
83.

Where should you click to display the available space on the selected storage drive?

a)
b)
c)
d)
84.

The recycle bin is full. Where should you click to remove all files from the recycle bin?

a)
b)
c)
d)
85.

Where should you click to move the selected folder?

a)
b)
c)
d)
86.

Where should you click to create a new folder?

a)
b)
c)
d)
87.

Where should you click to give another name to the selected folder?

a)
b)
c)
d)