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Computer and Online Essentials.

Total questions: 60

Worksheet time: 30mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What does CPU stand for?

a)

Central Processing Unit

b)

Computer Processing Unit

c)

Central Processor Unit

d)

Computer Peripheral Unit

2.

Which of the following is a primary storage device?

a)

Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

b)

Random Access Memory (RAM)

c)

USB Flash Drive

d)

DVD-ROM

3.

What is the function of the motherboard in a computer?

a)

Store data

b)

Control input and output devices

c)

Execute program instructions

d)

Connect all the components

4.

What does RAM stand for?

a)

Read-Only Memory

b)

Random Access Memory

c)

Read and Modify

d)

Remote Access Mechanism

5.

Which of the following is an input device?

a)

Printer

b)

Monitor

c)

Keyboard

d)

Speaker

6.

What is the purpose of an operating system?

a)

Run computer programs

b)

Connect to the internet

c)

Store files

d)

Create documents

7.

What does ICT stand for?

a)

Information and Communication Technology

b)

Internet and Computer Technology

c)

Integrated Circuit Technology

d)

International Communication Tool

8.

Which of the following is an example of an output device?

a)

Mouse

b)

Printer

c)

Scanner

d)

Keyboard

9.

What is the function of the GPU ?

a)

Process graphics and images

b)

Manage network connections

c)

Control the CPU

d)

Store data

10.

What is the purpose of a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply)?

a)

Provide extra storage space

b)

Protect against power fluctuations

c)

Increase internet speed

d)

Connect to external devices

11.

What does VoIP stand for?

a)

Voice over Internet Protocol

b)

Video Output in Print

c)

Virtual Office Information Program

d)

Visual Object Identification Process

12.

Which of the following is an example of an instant messaging platform?

a)

Facebook

b)

WhatsApp

c)

Instagram

d)

LinkedIn

13.

What is the purpose of CC in email?

a)

Copy Contact

b)

Carbon Copy

c)

Computer Code

d)

Central Communication

14.

In online communication, what does the term "URL" stand for?

a)

Uniform Resource Locator

b)

Universal Record Locator

c)

Unified Resource Listing

d)

User Registration Link

15.

What is phishing?

a)

A type of computer virus

b)

A method of fraudulently obtaining sensitive information

c)

An instant messaging service

d)

A type of online game

16.

What is a blog?

a)

Binary Log

b)

Web Log

c)

Broadcast Log

d)

Byte Log

17.

Which protocol is used for sending emails?

a)

FTP (File Transfer Protocol)

b)

SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)

c)

HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)

d)

UDP (User Datagram Protocol)

18.

What is the purpose of a firewall in online security?

a)

Monitor internet speed

b)

Block unauthorized access

c)

Increase download speed

d)

Filter spam emails

19.

What is a webinar?

a)

Web-based seminar

b)

Webpage design software

c)

Wireless network

d)

Web browser

20.

What is the role of a moderator in an online forum?

a)

Design the forum layout.

b)

Enforce forum rules.

c)

Create forum topics

d)

Install forum software

21.

What is the purpose of file compression?

a)

Increase file size

b)

Decrease file size

c)

Change file format

d)

Encrypt files

22.

Which file format is commonly used for compressed archives?

a)

ZIP

b)

EXE

c)

PDF

d)

TXT

23.

What does "PDF" stand for?

a)

Personal Document Format

b)

Portable Document Format

c)

Print Document File

d)

Program Data Folder

24.

How can you organize files on a computer?

a)

Using folders

b)

Changing file extensions

c)

Renaming each file

d)

Deleting files

25.

What is the purpose of a file extension?

a)

Determine the file type

b)

Increase file security

c)

Connect to the internet

d)

Resize the file

26.

What is the function of an antivirus program?

a)

Compress files

b)

Protect against computer viruses

c)

Create files

d)

Manage applications

27.

How can you uninstall a program on a Windows computer?

a)

Delete the program folder

b)

Use the Control Panel

c)

Move the program to the Recycle Bin

d)

Rename the program

28.

What is the purpose of a backup?

a)

Delete unnecessary files

b)

Create duplicate files

c)

Restore lost or damaged files

d)

Increase internet speed

29.

What is the role of a software update?

a)

Improve program performance

b)

Delete files

c)

Create new applications

d)

Change the computer's operating system

30.

What does "ISP" stand for in the context of web browsers?

a)

Internet Service Protocol

b)

Internet Service Provider

c)

Internal Source Provider

d)

Internet Source Port

31.

What is a LAN?

a)

Local Area Network

b)

Large Area Network

c)

Longitudinal Access Node

d)

Localized Application Node

32.

Which network type covers a large geographical area, such as a city or country?

a)

LAN

b)

WAN

c)

PAN

d)

MAN

33.

What is the purpose of an IP address?

a)

Identify a device on a network

b)

Manage computer memory

c)

Connect to the internet

d)

Organize files

34.

What does "HTTP" stand for in the context of web browsing?

a)

HyperText Transfer Protocol

b)

High-Tech Transfer Protocol

c)

Home Tool Transfer Process

d)

Hyperlink Text Transmission Process

35.

What is a router?

a)

A device that connects computers within a LAN

b)

A device that connects a LAN to the internet

c)

A type of computer virus

d)

An input device

36.

What is a firewall in the context of networks?

a)

A protective barrier that filters network traffic

b)

A fast internet connection

c)

A device that connects computers within a LAN

d)

A wireless router

37.

What is the purpose of a DNS server?

a)

Decode encrypted files

b)

Translate domain names to IP addresses

c)

Increase download speed

d)

Manage network security

38.

Which of the following is a wireless communication technology?

a)

Ethernet

b)

Bluetooth

c)

Fiber optic

d)

DSL

39.

What is the function of a switch in a network?

a)

Connect a LAN to the internet

b)

Filter network traffic

c)

Translate domain names to IP addresses

d)

Provide wireless access

40.

What is the difference between a hub and a switch in a network?

a)

A hub filters network traffic, while a switch provides wireless access

b)

A switch connects a LAN to the internet, while a hub translates domain names to IP addresses

c)

A hub broadcasts data to all connected devices, while a switch intelligently directs data to specific devices

d)

A switch manages computer memory, while a hub organizes files

41.

What is a search engine?

a)

A tool for creating websites

b)

A program for managing files

c)

A website that facilitates online shopping

d)

A tool for finding information on the internet

42.

What does "SEO" stand for?

a)

Search Engine Organization

b)

Site Enhancement Operation

c)

Search Engine Optimization

d)

Social Engagement Online

43.

What is a cookie in the context of web browsing?

a)

A small text file stored on a user's computer

b)

A website design element

c)

A type of online game

d)

A search engine

44.

What is a hyperlink?

a)

A type of computer virus

b)

A text or image that links to another web page

c)

An email attachment

d)

A wireless network

45.

What is the purpose of a web browser's "bookmark" feature?

a)

Save a webpage for offline viewing

b)

Block unwanted websites

c)

Increase download speed

d)

Delete browsing history

46.

What does "HTML" stand for?

a)

HyperText Markup Language

b)

High-Tech Machine Learning

c)

Home Tool Management Language

d)

Hyperlink Text Modification Language

47.

What is the purpose of the "refresh" button in a web browser?

a)

Delete browsing history

b)

Reload the current webpage

c)

Block unwanted websites

d)

Increase download speed

48.

What is e-commerce?

a)

Electronic Communication

b)

Online Entertainment

c)

Electronic Commerce

d)

Email Composition

49.

What is a blog post?

a)

Binary Log

b)

Web Log Entry

c)

Broadcast Log

d)

Byte Log

50.

What is the purpose of a CAPTCHA?

a)

Increase internet speed

b)

Block unwanted websites

c)

Verify that a user is human

d)

Manage computer memory

51.

What is a strong password?

a)

A password that is easy to remember

b)

A password that contains personal information

c)

A password that is long and includes a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols

d)

A password that is written down

52.

What is the purpose of two-factor authentication?

a)

Block unwanted websites

b)

Increase internet speed

c)

Provide an additional layer of security by requiring two forms of identification

d)

Encrypt files

53.

What is malware?

a)

A type of computer hardware

b)

A software that is not user-friendly

c)

Malicious software designed to harm or exploit computers

d)

A method of online communication

54.

What is the role of a privacy policy on a website?

a)

Increase download speed

b)

Protect user information by outlining how it will be used

c)

Manage computer memory

d)

Provide free software downloads

55.

Why is it important to keep software and operating systems up to date?

a)

To increase internet speed

b)

To delete unnecessary files

c)

To improve security and fix vulnerabilities

d)

To create new applications

56.

What is phishing?

a)

A type of online game

b)

An instant messaging service

c)

A method of fraudulently obtaining sensitive information

d)

A computer virus

57.

What does "HTTPS" stand for in a website URL?

a)

HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure

b)

High-Tech Protocol for Secure Sites

c)

Home Tool Protection System

d)

Hyperlink Text Transmission Process

58.

What is accessibility in the context of computing?

a)

The ability to connect to the internet

b)

The ease with which software and websites can be used by people with disabilities

c)

The speed of a computer network

d)

The storage capacity of a computer

59.

What is the purpose of a screen reader?

a)

Increase internet speed

b)

Translate spoken words into text

c)

Assist users with visual impairments by reading text aloud

d)

Delete browsing history

60.

How can you contribute to environmental sustainability in computing?

a)

Increase internet speed

b)

Dispose of electronic waste responsibly

c)

Use as much paper as possible

d)

Keep computers running 24/7 for optimal performance