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Computer and Software Knowledge Quiz

Total questions: 55

Worksheet time: 40mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is a type of system software that manages computer hardware and provides a platform for running applications?

a)

Application Software

b)

Operating System

c)

Utility Software

d)

Firmware

2.

What is a type of malware that encrypts files and demands payment for decryption?

a)
Ransomware
b)

Virus

c)

Worm

d)

Spyware

3.

Which input device is used to capture audio for applications like VOIP or video conferencing?

a)

Keyboard

b)

Scanner

c)

Mouse

d)

Microphone

4.

_______ is an open-source operating system that allows users to modify and distribute its source code.

a)

Windows

b)

Linux

c)

macOS

d)

DOS

5.

A _______ printer uses toner and a laser to produce high-quality prints at fast speeds.

a)

Inkjet

b)

Laser

c)

Dot Matrix

d)

Thermal

6.

A _______ reader scans standardized forms to detect marked answers, often used in exams.

a)

Barcode Scanner

b)

Optical Mark Reader (OMR)

c)

Optical Character Reader (OCR)

d)

Fingerprint Scanner

7.

_______ is a database application that uses SQL to manage data, often used in network or government settings.

a)

Excel

b)

MySQL

c)

Access

d)

Oracle

8.

A _______ sensor is used in greenhouse management to monitor humidity levels.

a)
Moisture
b)

Motion

c)

Light

d)

Temperature

9.

_______ is a direct data entry technology that enables contactless payments using smartphones.

a)

Bluetooth

b)

NFC (Near Field Communication)

c)

Wi-Fi

d)

RFID

10.

A _______ is an output device that projects images or videos onto a surface for presentations.

a)

Monitor

b)

Printer

c)

Projector

d)

Speaker

11.

A _______ is a type of malware that disguises itself as legitimate software to trick users into installing it.

a)
Trojan
b)

Adware

c)

Rootkit

d)

Keylogger

12.

_______ software, such as Microsoft Word, is used for creating and editing text documents with features like font styles.

a)
Word Processing
b)

Presentation

c)

Database

d)

Spreadsheet

13.

A _______ server hides the user's IP address by acting as an intermediary between the user and the internet.

a)

Web Server

b)

File Server

c)

DNS Server

d)

Proxy

14.

_______ is a type of application software used for editing images, such as Adobe Photoshop.

a)
Photo editing
b)

Video Editing

c)

Audio Editing

d)

Text Editing

15.

A _______ is a type of computer designed for high-performance computing tasks, often used in scientific research.

a)

Mainframe

b)

Supercomputer

c)

Desktop

d)

Laptop

16.

_______ is a utility software that reorganizes fragmented data on a hard drive to improve performance.

a)

Backup

b)

Antivirus

c)

Firewall

d)

Defragment

17.

A Graphical User Interface (GUI) allows users to interact with a computer using text-based commands.

a)

True

b)

False

18.

A touchscreen is both an input and output device, allowing user interaction and displaying content.

a)

True

b)

False

19.

A virus is a type of malware that can replicate itself and spread to other computers.

a)

True

b)

False

20.

CRT monitors are more energy-efficient and thinner than LED monitors.

a)

True

b)

False

21.

Freeware software, like VLC Player, is always open-source and allows users to modify the code.

a)

True

b)

False

22.

A barcode reader is a direct data entry device that scans patterns to retrieve product information.

a)

True

b)

False

23.

Phishing attacks typically use fake websites to trick users into providing sensitive information.

a)

True

b)

False

24.

A thermal printer uses heat to produce images on special paper, often used for receipts.

a)

True

b)

False

25.

A mainframe computer is typically smaller than a microcomputer and used for personal tasks.

a)

True

b)

False

26.

Interactive whiteboards combine input and output functionalities for collaborative work.

a)

True

b)

False

27.

A firewall is a security tool that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.

a)

True

b)

False

28.

Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet application used for tasks like accounting and data analysis.

a)

True

b)

False

29.

A device driver is a type of system software that enables communication between the operating system and hardware devices like printers.

a)

True

b)

False

30.

Cloud computing allows users to access software and data over the internet without local storage.

a)

True

b)

False

31.

Shareware, like MS Office, is always free to use without any trial limitations.

a)

True

b)

False

32.

Which of the following is a type of system software?

a)

Microsoft Word

b)

Operating System

c)

Adobe Photoshop

d)

PowerPoint

33.

Which input device is commonly used on laptops as an alternative to a mouse?

a)

Trackball

b)

Touchpad

c)

Projector

d)

Headphone

34.

What type of malware displays unwanted advertisements on a user’s device?

a)

Virus

b)

Adware

c)

Worm

d)

Trojan

35.

Which output device is commonly used in POS systems to display transaction details?

a)

Barcode Reader

b)

Monitor

c)

Microphone

d)

Stylus

36.

Which direct data entry device reads magnetic ink characters on checks?

a)

Optical Character Reader (OCR)

b)

Magnetic Ink Character Reader (MICR)

c)

QR Code Reader

d)

Contactless Card Reader

37.

Which application is commonly used for creating presentations with animations?

a)

Adobe Premiere

b)

PowerPoint

c)

Excel

d)

Access

38.

What type of sensor is used to monitor temperature in a greenhouse?

a)

Proximity

b)

pH

c)

Temperature

d)

Image

39.

Which VOIP application is known for video conferencing and requires a webcam and microphone?

a)

Adobe Photoshop

b)

Skype

c)

Excel

d)

VLC Player

40.

Which type of computer is commonly used in retail for transactions?

a)

Supercomputer

b)

POS (Point of Sale)

c)

Mainframe

d)

eBook Reader

41.

Which projector technology uses tiny mirrors to project images?

a)

LCD

b)

DLP

c)

LED

d)

CRT

42.

What does a VPN (Virtual Private Network) primarily provide?

a)

File compression

b)

Secure network communication

c)

Photo editing tools

d)

Database management

43.

Which of the following is an example of open-source software?

a)

Microsoft Office

b)

Linux

c)

Adobe Photoshop

d)

Final Cut Pro

44.

What is the primary function of a compiler in system software?

a)

Defragmenting the hard drive

b)

Converting source code into executable code

c)

Encrypting network traffic

d)

Editing videos

45.

Which software is used for web authoring and supports HTML coding?

a)

VS Code

b)

Excel

c)

VLC Player

d)

Access

46.

What type of attack tricks users into providing sensitive information through fraudulent emails?

a)

Pharming

b)

Phishing

c)

Ransomware

d)

Spyware

47.

Which of the following is a utility software function?

a)

Creating spreadsheets

b)

Backing up data

c)

Editing photos

d)

Authoring websites

48.
________________programs that control or maintain the operations of the computer and its devices.
a)
Software
b)
System Software
c)
Application software
d)
Utility program
49.
What is software?
a)
any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do
b)
the video card on the monitor
c)
the operating system
d)
the monitor and computer case
50.

The 2 types of Software are:

a)

Operating System

b)

System

c)

Business

d)

Application

51.
What kind of software is Excel?
a)
Word processing software
b)
Spreadsheet Software
c)
Data Base Software
52.

Which of the following is a type of utility software?

a)

Word processor

b)

Disk defragmenter

c)

Web browser

d)

Spreadsheet

53.

Which utility software is used to detect and remove viruses?

a)

Disk defragmenter

b)

Antivirus software

c)

File compression tool

d)

Backup software

54.

What is the main purpose of utility software?

a)

To perform computer maintenance tasks

b)

To create documents

c)

To manage system resources

d)

To facilitate communication over the internet

55.

Which utility software helps in protecting a computer from malware?

a)

Disk cleaner

b)

Antivirus software

c)

File explorer

d)

Backup software