Computer Knowledge

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

What is the symbol for a regular file?

  1. d

  2. s

  3. c

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

In the output of 'ls -l', the first character indicates the file type. A hyphen (-) signifies a regular file, while 'd' represents a directory.

Multiple choice

Metadata about file system, critical for operations.

  1. Superblock

  2. Init

  3. Crontab

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

The Superblock is a critical data structure in a file system that contains metadata about the file system itself, such as its size, status, and block information.

Multiple choice

What is /var the name of?

  1. Hidden file

  2. Configuration file

  3. Directory

  4. Read-only file
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

In the Linux Filesystem Hierarchy Standard, /var is a top-level directory used for variable data files, such as logs, spool files, and temporary databases.

Multiple choice

What does the following code do?

  1. Allows you to save to the file

  2. Allows you to read a single line from the file

  3. Allows you to read the entire file

  4. Allows you to save a single line to the file
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a lossy format?

  1. jpg

  2. flac

  3. mp4

  4. mp3
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) is a lossless format, meaning it compresses audio without losing any original data. JPG, MP4, and MP3 are all lossy formats that discard data to reduce file size.

Multiple choice

Server that is used for store file and data is called

  1. File Server

  2. Print Server

  3. Mail Server

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

A File Server is a computer responsible for the central storage and management of data files so that other computers on the same network can access them.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT an image file?

  1. JPEG

  2. GIF

  3. TMP

  4. BMP
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

JPEG, GIF, and BMP are common image file formats. TMP is a temporary file extension used by various programs to store data while in use.

Multiple choice

Log files will be kept for a period defined in the_______ document

  1. Anti-Malware Policy

  2. Internet Acceptable Use Policy

  3. Physical Security Policy

  4. Records Retention and Protection Policy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Records Retention and Protection Policy defines the lifecycle of data, including how long log files and other records must be maintained to meet compliance and operational requirements.

Multiple choice

The file structure is:

  1. files, drives, folders

  2. folders, files, drives

  3. folders, drives, files

  4. drives, folders, files
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The standard hierarchical file structure on a computer begins with the drive (root), followed by folders (directories), and finally the individual files contained within them.