Selected MCQ

Current Question
Errors from computer hardware and software can be identified and removed by the process of?
  • A. Formatting
  • B. Debugging
  • C. Encrypting
  • D. Compiling
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Debugging is the process of finding and removing errors in software.
Related Question 1
An error in software or hardware is called a bug. What is the alternative computer jargon for it?
  • A. Leech
  • B. Squid
  • C. Slug
  • D. Glitch
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
A minor error or bug is sometimes called a glitch.
Related Question 2
A network which is used for sharing data, software and hardware among several users owning microcomputers is called ____.
  • A. WAN
  • B. MAN
  • C. LAN
  • D. VAN
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
LAN (Local Area Network) is used for local sharing.
Related Question 3
Computers process data into information by working exclusively with ____.
  • A. Multimedia
  • B. Word
  • C. Numbers
  • D. Characters
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
At the hardware level, computers work with binary numbers.
Related Question 4
An area of a computer that temporarily holds data waiting to be processed is ____.
  • A. CPU
  • B. Memory
  • C. Storage
  • D. File
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Memory (RAM) temporarily holds data for processing.
Related Question 5
A(n) ____ system is a set of Programs containing instructions that coordinate all the activities among computer hardware resources?
  • A. Operating
  • B. Disk- Based
  • C. Management
  • D. Platform
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
The operating system coordinates hardware resources.