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Computer File Systems

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Computer file systems dictate how data is stored, organized, and retrieved on storage devices. Important concepts include file allocation tables, access mechanisms, and various formats like sequential and video files. Candidates preparing for banking and government exams should practice these fundamentals thoroughly.

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Computer File Systems Questions

Multiple choice

In UNIX, the command “pgm>>file” is used for

  1. reading an input from a file

  2. redirecting the output of pgm to a file

  3. appending the output of pgm to a file

  4. All of the above

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

In UNIX, the command “pgm>>file” is used for appending the output of pgm to file.

Multiple choice

.Tmp Extenstion file is used for:

  1. Temporary file

  2. Image file

  3. Video file

  4. Text file

  5. Executive FIle
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Temporary files, or foo files (.TMP), are files created to temporarily contain information while a new file is being made.

Multiple choice

where are deleted files and folders stored in windows

  1. The Recycle Bin

  2. trashcan

  3. history

  4. chicken
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

In the Windows operating system, files and folders that are deleted are moved to the Recycle Bin, where they can be restored or permanently removed.

Multiple choice

how are files sorted by dates in windows explorer

  1. date modified

  2. history

  3. bookmark

  4. favorite
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

In Windows Explorer, users can sort files by various attributes, including 'Date modified'. This allows files to be organized chronologically by their last change.

Multiple choice

what are file properties

  1. dates and times

  2. information like the type of file

  3. an icon

  4. metadata
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

File properties provide detailed information about a file, such as its type, size, location, and creation date. This is often referred to as metadata.

Multiple choice

what is a library in windows explorer

  1. save files

  2. video files

  3. collection of similar files

  4. collection of non similar files
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

A library in Windows is a virtual folder that aggregates content from various locations on the computer to present a collection of similar files (like documents or pictures) in one place.

Multiple choice

'.JPG' extension refers usually to what kind of file?

  1. Music

  2. Website

  3. Document

  4. Image
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The .JPG or .JPEG extension is a standard format used for compressing and storing digital images. It is widely used for photographs and graphics on the internet.

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What should be done to successfully convert the format of an image from BMP to JPEG ?

  1. Compress the file

  2. Rename the image

  3. Use the save as command

  4. Change the image file extension
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Open paint and then open your BMP file, Next click on file and then save as. In newer version of paint that have the ribbon interface click on the title menu icon, in the Save As type dropdown choose the JPEG as the file format.

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When you save a picture with a different name by using save as command?

  1. The picture with the new name is active

  2. The picture with the old name is active

  3. Both the pictures are active

  4. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

When you save a picture with a different name by using save as command then the picture with the new name is active. 

Save as is a command in the file menu of most applications that causes a copy of the current document or image to be created.

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What is the default extension of paint file?

  1. .jpeg

  2. .gif

  3. .bmp

  4. Any of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Default extension of paint file is .bmp.

.bmp full form bit map image file is a raster graphics image file format used to store bitmap digital images, independently of the display device.

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Which type of file is created by Word Processing Programs?

  1. Database File

  2. Storage File

  3. Worksheet File

  4. Document File
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Document File is created by Word Processing Programs.

A word processor is software or a device that allows users to create, edit, and print documents. It enables you to write text, store it electronically, display it on a screen, modify it by entering commands and characters from the keyboard, and print it. Of all computer applications, word processing is the most common.

Some of the functions of word processing software include: Creating, editing, saving and printing documents. Copying, pasting, moving and deleting text within a document. Formatting text, such as font type, bolding, underlining or italicizing.

It is important to incorporate word processing skills in the classroom. A balanced technology program combines a range of computer skills such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, Internet, database, graphics, and desktop publishing. ... Word processing is the composition, editing, and formatting of text.

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Each of seven-object classes is contained in the named database file of access with _____ extension.

  1. JPG

  2. MDB

  3. PNG

  4. GIF
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Each seven-object classes is contained in the named database file of access with MDB extension. Whenever this file is opened, a database window, as shown on the next page, opens with all the above object classes available on the left hand side.