Computer Knowledge
Computer Fundamentals and System Concepts
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Computer fundamentals and system concepts questions cover core hardware components, operating systems, and historical computer milestones. Topics include the kernel, central processing unit, and basic computing terminology. These foundational questions are strictly essential for scoring well in computer knowledge sections.
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Computer Fundamentals and System Concepts Questions
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Vaccume tubes were used.
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It had drum primary storage.
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It required continous maintenance.
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Real time processing was possible.
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It did batch processing.
D
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Explanation
The statement is incorrect about first generation computers.
Real time processing was not possible in first generation computers. It was possible in third generation computers.
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Trap
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X1 & X2
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Address Lines
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HALT
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WRITE
E
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Explanation
This line indicates that the 8085 micro processor is going to send data away from itself.
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MVI Group
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READ
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TRAP
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X1 & X2
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Address Lines
B
Correct answer
Explanation
This line indicates that the 8085 micro processor is expecting data to be fed to it.
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Compiler
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Loader
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Operating system
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Assembler
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None of these
C
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Explanation
The operating system (OS) is essential software that manages computer hardware and software resources. Without an OS, the computer cannot perform the boot sequence which loads system files, initializes hardware, and prepares the system for use. Compilers, loaders, and assemblers are development tools that run after the OS is running.
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Pegging
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Hacking
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Trekking
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Breaking
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All of these
B
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Explanation
Hacking refers to the practice of modifying computer system software or hardware to accomplish a goal outside the creator's original purpose. While often associated with unauthorized access, the term broadly covers any alteration to achieve unintended functions. Pegging, trekking, and breaking are not related to computer system modification.
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Protection
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File system manipulation
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Resource management
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Error handling
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All of the above
E
Correct answer
Explanation
This is the correct answer.
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Worm
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Virus
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Trap door
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Trojan Horse
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None of the above
A
Correct answer
Explanation
A worm is a system threat as it generates its multiple copies and each copy uses system resources, prevents all other processes to get required resources. System threat misuses system services and its resources to make the user in trouble.
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Memory
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ALU
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CPU
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Control unit
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Functional unit
C
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Explanation
Central Proccessing Unit (CPU) has all the components of the system. It computes all operations from basic to complex. It is also called the motherboard of the computer.
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Array Logic Unit
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Arithmetic Logic Unit
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Application Logic Unit
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Application Layer User
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Antenna Loading Unit
B
Correct answer
Explanation
An arithmetic logic unit (ALU) is a major component of the central processing unit of a computer system.
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ENIAC
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CDC-1604
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IBM 360
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ICL-2900
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Laptop
A
Correct answer
Explanation
In 1946 the first general– purpose digital computer, the Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer (ENIAC) was built
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First Generation
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Fifth Generation
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Second Generation
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Fourth Generation
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Third Generation
C
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Explanation
The period of second generation: 1959-1965. Transistor based
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Hard disk
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CD or DVD drive
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Keyboard
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RAM
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Java
E
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Explanation
Java is a set of several computer software products and specifications from Sun Microsystems (which has since merged with Oracle Corporation),
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coordinates input and output devices
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is the contain that houses electronic components
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is a combination of hardware and software
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controls and manipulates data
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does the arithmetic operations
B
Correct answer
Explanation
The system unit (also called the computer case or tower) is the container or enclosure that houses the main electronic components of a computer, including the motherboard, processor, memory, and power supply. It coordinates and connects all the internal hardware but doesn't directly control input/output devices, manipulate data (that's the CPU's job), or perform arithmetic operations (also the CPU). Note: There's a typo in option B where 'contain' should read 'container.'
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The scanner
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The main storage
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The secondary storage
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The printer
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The processor
E
Correct answer
Explanation
The processor (CPU) is the component that actually executes program instructions by fetching, decoding, and running them. The scanner is an input device, main storage holds data temporarily, secondary storage stores data long-term, and the printer is an output device.
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integrity test
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power-on self test
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correct functioning test
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reliability test
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shut down test
B
Correct answer
Explanation
The booting process performs the Power-On Self-Test (POST) which checks hardware components when the computer starts up. An integrity test is not a standard boot process term, correct functioning test is vague, reliability test is not part of booting, and shut down test happens when turning off.