Computer Studies

Includes fundamentals of computers, hardware and software, operating systems, MS Office, internet, networking, and basic IT concepts for recruitment exams.

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1
A computer cannot perform any meaningful operation without:
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What gives the hardware its instructions?
A A colour monitor
B Software
C An internet connection
D A DVD drive
2
What are the TWO major categories of computer software?
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One category manages the system, the other helps users complete tasks.
A Input software and output software
B System software and application software
C Online software and offline software
D Free software and commercial software
3
Software enables users to perform tasks such as writing documents, browsing the internet, and:
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Think about what you actually do on a computer every day.
A Replacing hardware components
B Manufacturing computer chips
C Managing data and running applications
D Physically connecting peripherals
4
System software acts as an interface between:
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What bridges the gap between physical hardware and the programs you use?
A The user and the internet
B The hardware and application software / the user
C The keyboard and the monitor
D The CPU and the power supply
5
Which type of software operates in the background and is essential for basic computer functioning?
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Think about the software that runs before you open any application.
A Application software
B Antivirus software
C System software
D Spreadsheet software
6
What is the most important type of system software?
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What is the very first software that loads when you switch on a computer?
A Device driver
B Compiler
C Operating System
D Antivirus program
7
Which of the following is NOT an example of an operating system?
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Which option do you use to type and edit documents rather than run your computer?
A Microsoft Windows
B Linux
C Microsoft Word
D macOS
8
Android and iOS are examples of:
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Think about what software runs your smartphone at its core.
A Application software
B Utility programs
C Language translators
D Operating systems
9
When does the operating system load on a computer?
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What happens the instant you press the power button?
A When you open a web browser
B When you install a new application
C As soon as the computer starts up
D When you connect to the internet
10
What does GUI stand for?
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It is the visual, click-based way you interact with your operating system.
A General Utility Interface
B Graphical User Interface
C Global Unix Integration
D Graphical Unix Interface
11
Most modern operating systems use GUI because:
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Why do regular users prefer clicking icons over typing commands?
A It uses less memory than CLI
B It is faster than a command line
C It is easier to use with graphical elements like icons and windows
D It is only suitable for programmers
12
Which OS function allows users to create, open, edit, and delete files?
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What OS function handles your documents and folders?
A Process management
B Device management
C File management
D Memory management
13
A single-user operating system:
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Think about a typical home desktop or laptop computer.
A Allows multiple users to work simultaneously
B Allows only one user to operate the computer at a time
C Requires an internet connection to function
D Is used only on large mainframe computers
14
Device drivers allow the operating system to:
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What software connects the OS to printers, graphics cards, and keyboards?
A Browse the internet
B Communicate with hardware devices
C Create and save documents
D Run antivirus scans
15
Which of the following hardware devices requires a device driver to function?
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Hardware devices need drivers to be recognised — software apps do not.
A A word processor
B A web browser
C A printer
D A spreadsheet application
16
Application software is designed to:
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Think about the software you open to get your work done each day.
A Manage hardware resources
B Help users perform specific tasks or activities
C Control system processes in the background
D Translate programming languages into machine code
17
Which of the following is an example of application software?
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Which option do you use to write and format documents?
A Linux operating system
B Device driver
C Microsoft Word
D Assembler
18
General-purpose software is designed for:
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Think about software used equally in schools, offices, and homes.
A Only one specific organisation
B Common tasks needed by many different users
C Industrial control systems only
D Translating code into machine language
19
Antivirus software is classified as:
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Utility programs maintain and protect the system — antivirus fits this role.
A Application software
B System software
C A utility program
D A language translator
20
What does disk cleanup software do?
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Which tool helps you reclaim wasted space on your hard drive?
A Scans the disk for viruses
B Removes temporary and unnecessary files to free up storage space
C Defragments scattered files on the hard disk
D Creates backup copies of important files
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