Jss3 Third term Basic technology past questions and answers

Question: What does the acronym “HTML” stand for in web development?

A) High Text Markup Language

B) HyperText Markup Language

C) Home Tool for Multimedia Language

D) Human-readable Text Mode Language

Answer: B) HyperText Markup Language

Question: What is the purpose of a QR code scanner in a mobile device?

 

A) Connect to Wi-Fi networks

B) Capture and interpret QR codes

C) Play music

D) Create documents

Answer: B) Capture and interpret QR codes

Question: In computer storage, what is the unit of measurement for the smallest amount of data?

 

A) Kilobyte (KB)

B) Megabyte (MB)

C) Gigabyte (GB)

D) Bit

Answer: D) Bit

Question: Which of the following is a type of computer network that spans a large geographic area, such as a city?

 

A) LAN (Local Area Network)

B) WAN (Wide Area Network)

C) MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)

D) VPN (Virtual Private Network)

Answer: C) MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)

Question: What is the purpose of a compiler in programming?

 

A) Convert source code into machine code

B) Execute program instructions

C) Connect to the internet

D) Store data permanently

Answer: A) Convert source code into machine code

Question: Which of the following is an example of a web browser?

 

A) Microsoft Excel

B) Photoshop

C) Firefox

D) VLC Media Player

Answer: C) Firefox

Question: What is the function of a network switch?

 

A) Connect devices within a local network

B) Convert digital signals to analog

C) Store large amounts of data

D) Block unauthorized access

Answer: A) Connect devices within a local network

Question: In computer programming, what does the term “algorithm” refer to?

 

A) A step-by-step procedure or formula

B) The physical appearance of a program

C) The speed at which code executes

D) An error in the code

Answer: A) A step-by-step procedure or formula

Question: What is the purpose of a stylus in the context of touchscreens?

 

A) Connect to Wi-Fi networks

B) Capture handwritten input

C) Increase screen brightness

D) Record audio

Answer: B) Capture handwritten input

Question: Which programming language is known for its versatility and is often used for both front-end and back-end web development?

 

A) JavaScript

B) Python

C) Java

D) C#

Answer: A) JavaScript

Question: What is the purpose of a 3D printer?

 

A) Play 3D games

B) Print physical objects layer by layer

C) Connect to a network

D) Create virtual reality experiences

Answer: B) Print physical objects layer by layer

Question: Which of the following is a characteristic of cloud computing?

 

A) Localized data storage

B) Dependence on physical storage devices

C) On-demand access to computing resources over the internet

D) Limited scalability

Answer: C) On-demand access to computing resources over the internet

Question: What is the purpose of a drone in technology?

 

A) Edit images

B) Record audio

C) Capture aerial footage and images

D) Manage network connections

Answer: C) Capture aerial footage and images

Question: In cybersecurity, what does the term “phishing” refer to?

 

A) Protecting against malware

B) Creating strong passwords

C) Deceptive attempts to obtain sensitive information

D) Managing network connections

Answer: C) Deceptive attempts to obtain sensitive information

Question: What is the purpose of a virtual machine in computing?

 

A) Edit images

B) Run multiple operating systems on a single physical machine

C) Connect to the internet

D) Create documents

Answer: B) Run multiple operating systems on a single physical machine

Question: Which of the following is an example of a mobile operating system?

 

A) Windows 10

B) macOS

C) Android

D) Linux

Answer: C) Android

Question: What does the term “IoT” stand for in technology?

 

A) Internet of Things

B) Input-Output Technology

C) Interactive Online Tools

D) Integrated Operating Systems

Answer: A) Internet of Things

Question: What is the purpose of a cache memory in a computer?

 

A) Store large amounts of data permanently

B) Provide temporary storage for frequently accessed data

C) Manage network connections

D) Increase internet speed

Answer: B) Provide temporary storage for frequently accessed data

Question: What is the function of a biometric authentication system?

 

A) Manage network connections

B) Protect against viruses

C) Verify identity based on unique biological traits

D) Edit images

Answer: C) Verify identity based on unique biological traits

Question: In computer graphics, what does DPI stand for?

 

A) Dots Per Inch

B) Digital Photo Integration

C) Dynamic Pixel Interface

D) Data Processing Index

Answer: A) Dots Per Inch