Computer Science questions and answers

Computer Science Questions and Answers

Challenge your competence level in computers, computing, algorithms, hardware and software with these Computer science questions and answers.

71.

Which of these criteria is not important while classifying files ?

A.

Organization method

B.

Nature of content in the file

C.

Size of the file

D.

Storage medium

Correct answer is D

While classifying files, the storage medium is not a criterion. The classification of files is based on the nature of the content in the file, the organization method, and the size of the file. The storage medium is where the file is stored, which does not affect the classification of the file

72.

What is the shortcut for creating a new document ?

A.

Ctrl + N

B.

Ctrl + O

C.

Ctrl + Q

D.

Ctrl + M

Correct answer is A

The shortcut for creating a new document is Ctrl + N. This is a standard shortcut across many applications and operating systems

73.

Anti-virus software is an example of ?

A.

Utility programs

B.

Operating systems

C.

Application software

D.

Translators

Correct answer is A

software utilities is a type of computer system software also referred to as service program, tool, service routine, or utility routine, they help to analyze, configure, optimize or maintain a computer

74.

The type of database in which the data are connected in different files by using common data elements or a key field is ?

A.

Relational database

B.

Network database

C.

Hierarchical database

D.

Object-oriented database

Correct answer is A

Relational database connects data in different files by using a common data elements or a key field

75.

Which of these commands will reboot the computer ?

A.

Ctrl + Alt + Del

B.

Ctrl + Del

C.

Ctrl + Alt + C

D.

Ctrl + Alt

Correct answer is A

The command 'Ctrl + Alt + Del' is a common PC shortcut that restarts the computer. It is also known as 'Three-finger salute'. This command is used to bring up the Task Manager or the Windows Security options (including the option to restart or shut down) in Windows operating systems

76.

Which of the following is not a third generation language?

A.

FORTRAN

B.

COBOL

C.

Assembly language

D.

Basic

Correct answer is C

Assembly language is a low-level programming language that is specific to a particular computer architecture. It is more difficult to learn and use than higher-level programming languages, but it offers more control over the hardware

77.

Which of the following components of the computer is referred to as the administrative section ?

A.

CPU

B.

Output unit

C.

Input unit

D.

Memory Unit

Correct answer is A

CPU is referred to as the administrative section of the computer, it is also called the brain of the computer

78.

The process of finding and correcting errors in the program code is called ?

A.

testing

B.

Debugging

C.

Editing

D.

coding

Correct answer is B

Debugging is the process of finding and correcting errors in the program code. It involves identifying, isolating, and fixing the problems or bugs in computer program code. The other options do not accurately describe this process. Editing is the process of making changes to the code, but it does not necessarily involve finding and correcting errors. Coding is the process of writing the code, and testing is the process of checking the code to see if it works as expected

79.

Which of the following is not an example of graphics packages

A.

Freelance

B.

Quattro pro

C.

Corel draw

D.

Havard graphics

Correct answer is B

Quattro Pro is not a graphics package. It is a spreadsheet program developed by Borland and now managed by Corel. It provides tools for data management and analysis. Havard Graphics, Freelance, and Corel Draw are examples of graphics packages. They provide tools for creating and editing images, drawings, and illustrations

80.

The first step in a CPU instruction cycle is

A.

Decode

B.

Get

C.

Fetch

D.

Execute

Correct answer is C

Fetch is the first step of CPU instruction cycle also called fetch-and-execute cycle, fetch-decode-execute cycle, or FDX


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