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
521
What is the main advantage of a WAN?
Answer:
Wide geographical reach
The main advantage of a WAN is its ability to connect devices and networks over very large distances.
522
Which browser is known for its high degree of customization options?
Answer:
Vivaldi
Vivaldi offers a wide range of settings and options that allow users to tailor the browser to their specific needs and preferences.
523
Which device operates at the Data Link layer (Layer 2) of the OSI model?
Answer:
Switch
A switch operates at the Data Link layer and uses MAC addresses to forward data to the specific port of the destination device.
524
Which of the following is a browser designed for mobile devices with limited resources and slow internet connections?
Answer:
All of the above
These browsers use server-side compression to reduce data usage and speed up page loading.
525
A network that covers a college campus is a:
Answer:
LAN
Even a large campus network is considered a LAN because it is a single, contained network under one organization's control.
526
A university campus network is an example of a:
Answer:
LAN
While a campus network can be large, it is still considered a LAN because it is a privately owned network within a limited geographical area.
527
What is a "service worker"?
Answer:
A script that your browser runs in the background, separate from a web page, opening the door to features that don't need a web page or user interaction
Service workers are a powerful new technology that is enabling a new generation of web applications.
528
If one computer in a P2P network fails, what happens to the network?
Answer:
The other computers can still communicate with each other.
P2P networks are more resilient to the failure of a single peer, as there is no central point of failure.
529
How can you protect your autofill data?
Answer:
All of the above
It is important to take steps to protect your autofill data, as it can be very sensitive.
530
What is the name of the feature in Firefox that allows you to save web pages for later reading?
Answer:
Pocket
Pocket is a service that is integrated into Firefox for saving articles, videos, and other content from the web.