Computer Science/IT MCQs
Topic Notes: Computer Science/IT
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
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
A website is a collection of web pages, and the first page viewed is called the:
Answer:
Homepage
The homepage is the main entry page of a website.
142
What is a major cost component of a large wired network?
Answer:
The cost of cabling and installation labor
In a large installation, the cost of the physical cables and the labor to run them can be a significant expense.
143
A network of ATMs in a city is an example of a:
Answer:
MAN
ATMs across a city would be connected using a MAN.
144
HTML tags define
Answer:
The structure of the document
HTML tags outline the structure and layout of web content.
145
What is "voice search"?
Answer:
The ability to search the web using your voice
Voice search is becoming increasingly popular, especially with the rise of smart speakers and virtual assistants.
146
A fiber optic connection generally has:
Answer:
High bandwidth and low latency
Fiber optic technology offers both very high capacity (bandwidth) and very low delay (latency) because data travels at nearly the speed of light.
147
Which device is required for two computers to communicate on the same LAN?
Answer:
A switch or a hub
To connect two computers on the same network, you need a central device like a switch or a hub.
148
What is the primary purpose of a WAN?
Answer:
To connect multiple LANs over a large geographical area
A primary function of a WAN is to interconnect geographically dispersed LANs, allowing for communication between them.
149
Programs like Internet Explorer that allow navigation of the web are called:
Answer:
Web browsers
Web browsers are software applications designed for retrieving, presenting, and traversing information resources on the World Wide Web.
150
What is the name of the browser that is the default on Samsung Galaxy devices?
Answer:
Samsung Internet
Samsung Internet is a mobile web browser for smartphones and tablets developed by Samsung Electronics.