EBSU COS 101 Past Questions and Answers

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  1. What does CPU stand for?
    a) Central Processing Unit
    b) Central Program Unit
    c) Computer Personal Unit
    d) Centralized Processing Unit
    Answer: a) Central Processing Unit
  2. What is the primary function of an operating system?
    a) To manage hardware and software resources
    b) To provide internet access
    c) To run applications only
    d) To increase system speed
    Answer: a) To manage hardware and software resources
  3. What is RAM used for in a computer?
    a) Permanent storage
    b) Temporary storage while tasks are being processed
    c) To store the operating system only
    d) To connect to peripheral devices
    Answer: b) Temporary storage while tasks are being processed
  4. Which of the following is an example of system software?
    a) Microsoft Word
    b) Adobe Photoshop
    c) Windows 10
    d) Google Chrome
    Answer: c) Windows 10
  5. What is a computer network?
    a) A group of computers that are physically connected
    b) A collection of software applications
    c) A system for managing databases
    d) A program that analyzes data
    Answer: a) A group of computers that are physically connected
  6. Which of the following is not a programming language?
    a) Python
    b) HTML
    c) SQL
    d) Microsoft Office
    Answer: d) Microsoft Office
  7. What does “GUI” stand for?
    a) General User Interface
    b) Graphical User Interface
    c) Guided User Interface
    d) Global User Interface
    Answer: b) Graphical User Interface
  8. What is the purpose of an algorithm?
    a) To execute commands
    b) To process data
    c) To provide a step-by-step solution to a problem
    d) To store data
    Answer: c) To provide a step-by-step solution to a problem
  9. Which of the following represents a valid variable name in programming?
    a) 1stVariable
    b) first-variable
    c) firstVariable
    d) first variable
    Answer: c) firstVariable
  10. What does the term “byte” refer to?
    a) A unit of processing speed
    b) A unit of data storage
    c) A unit of memory
    d) A unit of time
    Answer: b) A unit of data storage
  11. Which of the following is an input device?
    a) Monitor
    b) Keyboard
    c) Printer
    d) Speaker
    Answer: b) Keyboard
  12. What is the primary purpose of a database?
    a) To store data in an organized manner
    b) To run applications
    c) To manage hardware resources
    d) To protect data from unauthorized access
    Answer: a) To store data in an organized manner
  13. What is an example of a web browser?
    a) Microsoft Word
    b) Windows Explorer
    c) Google Chrome
    d) Adobe Reader
    Answer: c) Google Chrome
  14. Which of the following describes cloud computing?
    a) Storing data on local drives
    b) Accessing and storing data over the internet
    c) Using computers in a network
    d) Running applications on desktop computers
    Answer: b) Accessing and storing data over the internet
  15. What is the function of a firewall?
    a) To speed up internet connection
    b) To protect a network from unauthorized access
    c) To store files
    d) To manage software updates
    Answer: b) To protect a network from unauthorized access
  16. What does HTML stand for?
    a) Hypertext Markup Language
    b) High-Level Text Markup Language
    c) Hyperlink and Text Markup Language
    d) Hypertext Multi-language
    Answer: a) Hypertext Markup Language
  17. Which of the following is a characteristic of open-source software?
    a) It is always free to use.
    b) Its source code is available for anyone to modify.
    c) It is maintained by a single organization.
    d) It cannot be distributed.
    Answer: b) Its source code is available for anyone to modify.
  18. What is the function of a compiler?
    a) To run code
    b) To convert source code into machine code
    c) To store code
    d) To edit code
    Answer: b) To convert source code into machine code
  19. Which component of a computer is considered the “brain”?
    a) Hard drive
    b) RAM
    c) CPU
    d) Motherboard
    Answer: c) CPU
  20. What is a primary advantage of using spreadsheets?
    a) They are only used for calculations.
    b) They can only handle small amounts of data.
    c) They allow for easy data analysis and visualization.
    d) They require no training to use.
    Answer: c) They allow for easy data analysis and visualization.
  21. What does the term “malware” refer to?
    a) Software designed to improve performance
    b) Software that is harmful to computers
    c) Software that is free to use
    d) Software that enhances security
    Answer: b) Software that is harmful to computers
  22. Which of the following is not a function of an operating system?
    a) Managing files
    b) Compiling programs
    c) Managing hardware resources
    d) Running applications
    Answer: b) Compiling programs
  23. What does “URL” stand for?
    a) Uniform Resource Locator
    b) Uniform Resource Link
    c) Universal Resource Locator
    d) Universal Resource Link
    Answer: a) Uniform Resource Locator
  24. Which of the following is an example of system software?
    a) Microsoft Excel
    b) Ubuntu
    c) Google Docs
    d) Mozilla Firefox
    Answer: b) Ubuntu
  25. What is the main purpose of a search engine?
    a) To store data
    b) To provide access to the internet
    c) To help users find information on the web
    d) To protect websites from threats
    Answer: c) To help users find information on the web
  26. Which of the following describes an algorithm?
    a) A set of instructions for solving a problem
    b) A programming language
    c) A type of data structure
    d) A software application
    Answer: a) A set of instructions for solving a problem
  27. What does “IP” stand for in networking?
    a) Internet Protocol
    b) Internet Project
    c) Internal Protocol
    d) Information Packet
    Answer: a) Internet Protocol
  28. Which of the following is an example of secondary storage?
    a) RAM
    b) CPU
    c) Hard Drive
    d) Cache
    Answer: c) Hard Drive
  29. What is the primary role of a network router?
    a) To connect devices to the internet
    b) To store data
    c) To manage user accounts
    d) To protect against malware
    Answer: a) To connect devices to the internet
  30. Which of the following programming constructs allows for decision-making?
    a) Loop
    b) Variable
    c) Conditional statement
    d) Function
    Answer: c) Conditional statement
  31. What is the purpose of backup software?
    a) To increase system speed
    b) To protect data by creating copies
    c) To run applications faster
    d) To delete unnecessary files
    Answer: b) To protect data by creating copies
  32. Which of the following is a characteristic of a client-server model?
    a) All devices are equal in processing power.
    b) Clients request services from servers.
    c) It does not require a network.
    d) It is limited to local operations.
    Answer: b) Clients request services from servers.
  33. What does “SQL” stand for?
    a) Standard Query Language
    b) Structured Query Language
    c) Simple Query Language
    d) Sequential Query Language
    Answer: b) Structured Query Language
  34. Which of the following is a valid HTML element?
    a)
    b) [head]
    c) {head}
    d)
    Answer: a)
  35. What is the function of a keyboard?
    a) To display output
    b) To store data
    c) To input data
    d) To connect to the internet
    Answer: c) To input data
  36. Which of the following protocols is used for secure data transmission?
    a) HTTP
    b) FTP
    c) HTTPS
    d) SMTP
    Answer: c) HTTPS
  37. What is a disadvantage of using open-source software?
    a) Lack of customization
    b) Potential for security vulnerabilities
    c) Higher costs
    d) Limited user community
    Answer: b) Potential for security vulnerabilities
  38. Which of the following is an example of application software?
    a) Windows OS
    b) Microsoft PowerPoint
    c) Linux
    d) BIOS
    Answer: b) Microsoft PowerPoint
  39. What is the purpose of a software license?
    a) To allow unrestricted use of software
    b) To define how software can be used and distributed
    c) To increase the cost of software
    d) To prevent software from being updated
    Answer: b) To define how software can be used and distributed
  40. What is the function of a motherboard in a computer?
    a) To process data
    b) To connect all components together
    c) To store information
    d) To provide power to the CPU
    Answer: b) To connect all components together
  41. Which of the following best describes phishing?
    a) A legitimate marketing strategy
    b) A method for securing passwords
    c) A fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information
    d) A process of data encryption
    Answer: c) A fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information
  42. What is the term for the physical parts of a computer?
    a) Software
    b) Hardware
    c) Firmware
    d) Middleware
    Answer: b) Hardware
  43. What is the primary purpose of using an antivirus program?
    a) To increase internet speed
    b) To protect against malware and viruses
    c) To enhance graphics
    d) To improve battery life
    Answer: b) To protect against malware and viruses
  44. What does the term “bytecode” refer to?
    a) The code that is executed directly by the CPU
    b) A lower-level representation of code that can be executed by a virtual machine
    c) The source code of a program
    d) A type of data encryption
    Answer: b) A lower-level representation of code that can be executed by a virtual machine
  45. Which of the following describes the purpose of a cache memory?
    a) To provide long-term storage
    b) To increase the speed of data access
    c) To protect against data loss
    d) To manage peripheral devices
    Answer: b) To increase the speed of data access
  46. What is the role of the command line interface (CLI)?
    a) To provide a graphical user interface
    b) To allow users to interact with the system using text commands
    c) To improve system performance
    d) To manage network settings
    Answer: b) To allow users to interact with the system using text commands
  47. What is a URL shortener?
    a) A tool for creating longer URLs
    b) A service that converts long URLs into shorter, more manageable links
    c) A method for encoding URLs
    d) A type of web browser
    Answer: b) A service that converts long URLs into shorter, more manageable links
  48. What is the primary purpose of a data model?
    a) To visualize complex data structures
    b) To define how data is organized and accessed
    c) To enhance system performance
    d) To encrypt sensitive data
    Answer: b) To define how data is organized and accessed
  49. Which of the following is a commonly used file format for images?
    a) .exe
    b) .jpg
    c) .txt
    d) .mp4
    Answer: b) .jpg
  50. What does the acronym “BIOS” stand for?
    a) Basic Input Output System
    b) Binary Input Output System
    c) Basic Integrated Operating System
    d) Binary Integrated Operating System
    Answer: a) Basic Input Output System

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