Jss2 Third term basic technology past questions and answers

 

What is the purpose of a cache in a web browser?

A) Enhances graphics performance

B) Speeds up loading of frequently accessed web pages

C) Manages email accounts

D) Controls internet access

Answer: B) Speeds up loading of frequently accessed web pages

Which type of software is designed to detect and remove computer viruses?

A) Firewall

B) Antivirus

C) Operating System

D) Browser

Answer: B) Antivirus

What is the main function of a spreadsheet program?

A) Create and edit images

B) Perform mathematical calculations and data analysis

C) Manage emails

D) Develop websites

Answer: B) Perform mathematical calculations and data analysis

Which of the following is an example of open-source software?

A) Microsoft Office

B) Photoshop

C) Linux operating system

D) Adobe Reader

Answer: C) Linux operating system

What does the acronym VPN stand for?

A) Virtual Personal Network

B) Very Private Network

C) Virtual Public Network

D) Verified Personal Network

Answer: A) Virtual Personal Network

Which programming language is commonly used for scientific and mathematical computing?

A) Python

B) Java

C) C#

D) Fortran

Answer: D) Fortran

What is the purpose of the Ctrl + Z keyboard shortcut?

A) Copy

B) Cut

C) Paste

D) Undo

Answer: D) Undo

Which of the following is an example of system software?

A) Microsoft Word

B) Adobe Photoshop

C) Windows operating system

D) Google Chrome

Answer: C) Windows operating system

What is the function of a computer’s power supply unit (PSU)?

A) Manages network connections

B) Supplies power to the computer’s components

C) Enhances graphics performance

D) Controls internet access

Answer: B) Supplies power to the computer’s components

What is the purpose of a QR code?

A) Transmit audio signals

B) Store and quickly retrieve information

C) Edit images

D) Connect to a wireless network

Answer: B) Store and quickly retrieve information

Which type of software allows users to create and edit images?

A) Word processing software

B) Spreadsheet software

C) Graphic design software

D) Database software

Answer: C) Graphic design software

What is the role of RAM in a computer system?

A) Stores data permanently

B) Speeds up data access by providing temporary storage

C) Controls the computer’s boot process

D) Manages network connections

Answer: B) Speeds up data access by providing temporary storage

Which type of software allows communication between the user and the computer hardware?

A) Application software

B) System software

C) Security software

D) Multimedia software

Answer: B) System software

What is the purpose of a search engine on the internet?

A) Edit images

B) Manage emails

C) Retrieve information from the web

D) Create spreadsheets

Answer: C) Retrieve information from the web

Which file format is commonly used for saving documents that contain formatted text and images?

A) TXT

B) PDF

C) HTML

D) CSV

Answer: B) PDF

What is the function of the Alt + Tab keyboard shortcut?

A) Copy

B) Cut

C) Switch between open applications

D) Paste

Answer: C) Switch between open applications

Which technology allows wireless communication between devices over short distances?

A) Wi-Fi

B) Bluetooth

C) Ethernet

D) DSL

Answer: B) Bluetooth

What is the purpose of a CPU cooler in a computer system?

A) Enhances graphics performance

B) Regulates internet speed

C) Prevents the CPU from overheating

D) Manages file storage

Answer: C) Prevents the CPU from overheating

What is the purpose of a modem in networking?

A) Modifies computer settings

B) Modulates and demodulates signals for internet communication

C) Manages memory resources

D) Monitors network traffic

Answer: B) Modulates and demodulates signals for internet communication

Which of the following is an example of a programming paradigm?

A) Algorithm

B) Synta

x

C) Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

D) Variable

Answer: C) Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)