Computer Awareness MCQ – Part 12
Computer knowledge is a scoring section in most competitive exams like HPPSC, HP Patwari, State Cooperative Bank, High Court Clerk, IBPS, SSC, Railway, Banking, and other state-level government exams. It tests your understanding of basic computer operations, internet usage, software, hardware, shortcuts, and modern digital concepts.
This post presents the 12 part in our ongoing series of Computer Awareness Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). These questions are specially curated based on frequently asked topics in previous year papers and cover essential concepts like binary systems, data storage units, operating systems, internet security, and software types. Each MCQ is accompanied by four options and a clickable button to instantly reveal the correct answer.
These practice questions are ideal for aspirants at all levels. Whether you’re starting out or preparing for the final round of exams, regular revision through these MCQs will improve accuracy, build confidence, and enhance speed in the actual test. Keep practicing and check out our other parts in the Computer Awareness series to stay ahead in your preparation. Bookmark this page for future reference and daily practice.
Whether you're a beginner or revising before the exam, this collection of questions will help you build a strong foundation in computer knowledge. Click on the “Show Answer” button after each question to test yourself instantly and identify areas where you need improvement. Stay tuned for more parts in this series and keep practicing regularly to stay ahead in your exam preparation.
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Let’s begin your journey towards mastering computer knowledge with these important questions and answers!
Q01. Internet speed is measured in which of the following?
(A) Giga Hertz
(B) Kilobytes Per Second
(C) RPM
(D) None of the above
Q02. What is a hard copy?
(A) The physical parts of the computer
(B) The printed output
(C) The printed parts of the computer
(D) The physical output devices
Q03. What is the name of the program that controls the computer?
(A) Antivirus
(B) Operating System
(C) Database
(D) Browser
Q04. MBR stands for:
(A) Master Book Record
(B) Master Boot Record
(C) Major Boot Record
(D) Minor Boot Record
Q05. Which of the following should you use in MS Power Point if you want all the slides in the presentation to have the same look?
(A) Slide Layout
(B) Slide Show
(C) Outline
(D) Design Template
Q06. In MS-DOS, which command creates a directory or sub directory?
(A) CD
(B) RD
(C) MD
(D) Both b and c
Q07. Each time you turn on your computer, it will check on the control file
(A) command.com, io.sys
(B) command.com, date.com, dir.com
(C) command.com, io.sys, msdos.sys
(D) chkdsk.exe
Q08. The basic unit of a worksheet into which you enter data in Excel is called a________
(A) Unit
(B) Cell
(C) Character
(D) Range
Q09. _____________is the process of dividing the disk into tracks and sectors.
(A) Defragmenting
(B) Formatting
(C) Dividing
(D) Encrypting
Q10. Predefined and built-in formulas in Excel are known as___________
(A) Operations
(B) Functions
(C) Methods
(D) Formula
Q11. Which of the following refers to the memory in your computer?
(A) RAM
(B) DSL
(C) USB
(D) LAN
Q12. When you are working on a document on PC, where is the document temporarily stored?
(A) RAM
(B) ROM
(C) The CPU
(D) Flash memory
Q13. Information travels between components on the mother board through:
(A) Flash memory
(B) CMOS
(C) Bays
(D) Buses
Q14. How are data organised in a spreadsheet?
(A) Lines and spaces
(B) Layers and planes
(C) Height and width
(D) Rows and columns
Q15. Which of the following is true?
(A) Byte is a single digit in a binary number
(B) Bit represents a grouping of digital numbers
(C) Eight digit binary number is called a byte
(D) Eight digit binary number is called a bit
Q16. Transformation of input into output is performed by?
(A) Peripherals
(B) Memory
(C) Storage
(D) The CPU
Q17. How many options does a binary choice offer?
(A) None
(B) One
(C) Two
(D) It depends on the amount of memory in the computer
Q18. .....is collection of web pages and ......is the very first page that we see on opening of a website
(A) Homepage, Webpage
(B) Website, Homepage
(C) Webpage, Homepage
(D) Webpage, Website
Q19. When the pointer is positioned on a _____ it is shaped like a hand
(A) Grammar error
(B) Hyperlink
(C) Screen tip
(D) Spelling error
Q20. The _____ of a system includes the programs or instructions.
(A) Hardware
(B) Icon
(C) Information
(D) Software
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