Selected MCQ

Current Question
Which generation of computers used transistors?
  • A. First generation
  • B. Second generation
  • C. Third generation
  • D. Fourth generation
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Transistors replaced vacuum tubes in second-generation computers, making them smaller and more reliable.
Related Question 1
Which generation of computers used transistors for the first time?
  • A. Fourth
  • B. Third
  • C. Second
  • D. First
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Second-generation computers (1950s–1960s) used transistors.
Related Question 2
Procedural language used in which generation of computers?
  • A. First
  • B. Second
  • C. Third
  • D. Fourth
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Procedural languages were widely used in third-generation computers.
Related Question 3
Computers that are used in large organizations such as insurance companies and banks, where many people frequently need to use same data, are ____.
  • A. Mainframe computers
  • B. Supercomputers
  • C. Hybrid computers
  • D. Desktop computers
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Mainframe computers are designed for high-volume data processing in large organizations.
Related Question 4
A person who used their expertise to gain access to other people's computers to get information illegally or do damage is a ____.
  • A. Hacker
  • B. Spammer
  • C. Instant messenger
  • D. Programmer
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
A hacker gains unauthorized access to systems.
Related Question 5
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.