Selected MCQ

Current Question
The first hard disk was invented by which company?
  • A. Apple
  • B. Microsoft
  • C. Seagate
  • D. IBM
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
IBM invented the first hard disk drive in 1956.
Related Question 1
A hard disk is divided into tracks which are further subdivided into ____.
  • A. Sectors
  • B. Clusters
  • C. Vectors
  • D. None of these
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Tracks are divided into sectors.
Related Question 2
Which is the largest hardware company for computers?
  • A. Microsoft
  • B. Dell
  • C. HP
  • D. My Space
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Hewlett-Packard (HP) is historically one of the largest computer hardware companies with revenue and market share.
Related Question 3
The first mechanical calculator was invented in which year?
  • A. 1543
  • B. 1642
  • C. 1858
  • D. 1972
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Blaise Pascal invented the Pascaline mechanical calculator in 1642.
Related Question 4
In 1940, first electronic computer was invented by ____.
  • A. Clifford Berry
  • B. George Boole
  • C. Atanasoff and Berry
  • D. John V. Atanasoff
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The Atanasoff-Berry Computer (ABC) was the first electronic digital computer.
Related Question 5
The first computer for home use was introduced in 1981 by which company?
  • A. IBM
  • B. Apple
  • C. Intel
  • D. Dell
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
IBM introduced the IBM PC (5150) in 1981 for home and personal use.