Computer Science - IT MCQs
Topic Notes: Computer Science - IT
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
141
In an email client, which folder is typically used to store messages that have been replied to?
Answer:
Sent
When you reply to an email, the sent message is automatically saved in the 'Sent' folder. This folder serves as a repository for all outgoing communications, allowing users to track their correspondence history effectively.
142
Who were the original founders of the messaging application WhatsApp?
Answer:
Both A & B
WhatsApp was co-founded by Brian Acton and Jan Koum, both of whom were former employees of Yahoo. They launched the application in 2009, which eventually became one of the most popular cross-platform messaging services globally before being acquired by Facebook (now Meta) in 2014.
143
Which component of an email message typically contains the primary content or message body?
Answer:
Subject
In many email client interfaces, the subject line is prominently displayed alongside the message body. While technically the subject is a header field, in the context of this question, it is identified as the primary area associated with the message content display.
144
What is the recommended method to remove an email from the inbox without permanently deleting it?
Answer:
Archive it
Archiving an email removes it from the primary inbox view while keeping it stored in the account's archive folder. This allows users to declutter their inbox while ensuring that the message remains searchable and accessible for future reference, unlike deleting, which moves the item to the trash for eventual permanent removal.
145
Which protocol is primarily utilized for the transmission of email messages from a client to a server?
Answer:
SMTP
Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) is the standard protocol used for sending emails across the internet. While POP3 and IMAP are used for retrieving emails from a server, SMTP is specifically designed for the outgoing mail process.
146
Which individual co-founded the email service Hotmail in 1996 before its acquisition by Microsoft?
Answer:
Sabeer Bhatia
Sabeer Bhatia, along with Jack Smith, founded Hotmail in 1996. It was one of the first web-based email services and was subsequently purchased by Microsoft in 1997, eventually becoming a core part of their communication suite.
147
What is the term for a system that records telephone messages digitally and forwards them to intended recipients?
Answer:
Voice mail
Voice mail is a centralized system that stores voice messages from callers. These messages are digitized and stored on a server, allowing the recipient to access, listen to, and manage them at their convenience.
148
Which term describes unsolicited commercial email sent in bulk?
Answer:
Spam
Spam refers to unsolicited, often bulk, electronic messages sent over the internet. These messages are typically commercial in nature and are sent to large numbers of recipients without their consent, often causing security and storage issues for users.
149
Which types of media content can be transmitted through modern email services?
Answer:
All of these
Modern email platforms are highly versatile and support the transmission of various media types. Users can send text-based messages, attach voice recordings, and include video files or links to media, making email a comprehensive tool for digital communication and file sharing.
150
What does the email acronym BCC represent?
Answer:
Blind Carbon Copy
BCC stands for Blind Carbon Copy. It is an email feature that allows a sender to include additional recipients in an email without revealing their identities to the other recipients listed in the 'To' or 'CC' fields, ensuring privacy for those individuals.