Computer Basics
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Q541.Programs written to make computer function in a Desire way are called?
Correct Answer: A
Software represents the logical programs, scripts, and instructions designed to run on the physical hardware to perform tasks.
Q542.When creating a computer program, the ______ designs the structure of the program.
Correct Answer: A
A system analyst designs the logical structure and specifications of a software system before programmers write the code.
Q543.A computer cannot do anything without _______?
Correct Answer: C
A computer requires a program (a set of instructions) to execute tasks and perform calculations.
Q544.From which of these menus can we access a text box Picture Chart Etc?
Correct Answer: B
The 'Insert' tab/menu provides options to add text boxes, pictures, shapes, and charts into documents.
Q545.Which program is run by BIOS to check if hardware components are working properly while the computer is turned ON?
Correct Answer: A
POST (Power-On Self-Test) is the initial diagnostic routine executed by BIOS to verify hardware functionality.
Q546.Instructions and memory addresses are represented by _____?
Correct Answer: A
At the hardware level, all microprocessor instructions and memory addresses are represented strictly in binary codes (0s and 1s).
Q547.Which is called the physical part of computer?
Correct Answer: B
Hardware refers to the physical, tangible parts of a computer system that can be touched.
Q548.In CPU, all devices are attached with _____?
Correct Answer: C
The motherboard is the main printed circuit board inside a computer that links all physical devices and components to the CPU.
Q549.The circular device used for storage is _____?
Correct Answer: A
A disk (magnetic or optical) is a circular device used to save and store digital data.
Q550.Which of the following is NOT a valid computer memory unit?
Correct Answer: A
Standard storage units follow binary scaling like Kilobytes (KB), Megabytes (MB), Gigabytes (GB), and Terabytes (TB). XB (Xerobyte) is not recognized.
Q551.Which of the following hardware devices typically offers the highest memory storage capacity?
Correct Answer: B
Hard disks provide high-capacity long-term storage (GBs to TBs), far exceeding optical discs like CDs (700 MB) or DVDs (4.7 GB).
Q552.Which of the following core components are included in a standard desktop computer system?
Correct Answer: D
A functional desktop computer requires all basic physical components including a motherboard, central processor (CPU), memory, and hard drive storage.
Q553.Which files are used to store temporary data and various versions of active programs to optimize system performance?
Correct Answer: A
Cache memory and files store temporary copies of active processes and data to accelerate access and processor throughput.
Q554.A type of malicious software that is designed to masquerade as legitimate, safe software is a ______?
Correct Answer: C
A Trojan Horse disguises itself as helpful or legitimate software to trick users into installing it, then executes its malicious payload.
Q555.The physical control and function of a joystick is most similar to which other computer hardware?
Correct Answer: B
Like a mouse, a joystick acts as a pointing input device to manipulate the active coordinate cursor on the display screen.
Q556.Which of the following can be used as a storage medium to back up files from a hard disk?
Correct Answer: B
Hard disk backups are typically written onto high-capacity storage mediums like CD-ROMs, DVDs, or external hard drives.
Q557.According to the TestPoint past papers, which company is historically noted as the largest computer hardware manufacturer?
Correct Answer: B
Hewlett-Packard (HP) is recognized under standard past paper questions as a leading physical hardware company of computers.
Q558.Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel are classified as what type of software?
Correct Answer: A
MS Word (word processing) and MS Excel (spreadsheets) are productivity tools categorized under end-user application software.
Q559.A hardware scanner is classified under which of the following hardware categories?
Correct Answer: B
A scanner is a physical input device that captures printed documents or images and translates them into digital image data.
Q560.The standard Microsoft Windows 'Disk Cleanup' tool is categorized as which type of software?
Correct Answer: B
Disk Cleanup is a system utility program designed to optimize storage by identifying and removing temporary and redundant files.