Selected MCQ

Current Question
A common name for software errors is ____.
  • A. Viruses
  • B. Trojans
  • C. Bugs
  • D. Logic Bombs
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Software errors are commonly called bugs.
Related Question 1
What was the name of the first personal computer electronic spreadsheet software package, which became a smash hit as soon as it was introduced in 1978?
  • A. WordStar
  • B. VisiCalc
  • C. Lotus 1-2-3
  • D. Excel
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
VisiCalc (1979) was the first electronic spreadsheet for personal computers.
Related Question 2
The common name for the crime of stealing passwords is ____.
  • A. Spoofing
  • B. Spoofing
  • C. Hacking
  • D. None of these
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Stealing passwords is a form of hacking.
Related Question 3
What is the name given to the organized collection of software that controls the overall operation of a computer?
  • A. Working system
  • B. Peripheral system
  • C. Operating system
  • D. Controlling system
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The operating system manages all hardware and software resources.
Related Question 4
The operating system is the most common type of Software
  • A. Communication
  • B. Application
  • C. System
  • D. None of these
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The operating system is the most important type of system software.
Related Question 5
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.