Selected MCQ

Current Question
In computer disk storage is a subdivision on a magnetic disk or optical disk called ____.
  • A. Track
  • B. ROM
  • C. Sector
  • D. None of these
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
A sector is the smallest subdivision of a disk for storing data.
Related Question 1
An optical disk is an electronic data storage medium that can be written and read from using a ____.
  • A. Low-power laser beam
  • B. High-power laser beam
  • C. Strong power laser beam
  • D. All of these
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Optical disks use a low-power laser beam for reading/writing.
Related Question 2
Computers, which combine both measuring and counting, are called ____.
  • A. Analog
  • B. Digital
  • C. Hybrid
  • D. All of these
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Hybrid computers combine features of both analog and digital computers.
Related Question 3
Computers manipulate data in many ways, and this manipulation is called ____.
  • A. Upgrading
  • B. Processing
  • C. Batching
  • D. Utilizing
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Data manipulation by a computer is called processing.
Related Question 4
Coded entries which are used to gain access to a computer system are called ____.
  • A. Entry codes
  • B. Passwords
  • C. Security commands
  • D. Code words
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Passwords are secret codes used to authenticate and gain access to a system.
Related Question 5
The arrangement of a computer is called ____.
  • A. Setting
  • B. Topology
  • C. Processing
  • D. Wiring
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Network topology refers to the arrangement of computers.