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1. What do you use to enter data into the computer?

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Computer operators communicate with the computer’s CPU by using various input devices to enter data, run programs, or give commands to the CPU. These devices include the following: Keyboard, Mouse, Scanners, Modems, Light pen, Voice Recognition, Joysticks. All these are used to enter data or runs the program into the computer. 

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This trivia quiz is one only an Expert Can Pass This Computer Hardware and Software can pass. A Computer is made of these two components which work together... see moreto meet the needs of a user. If you want to see how well you understand the components, all you need to do is pass this quiz and be assured you have the best understanding! see less

2. What do you use to enter data into the computer?

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The keyboard is used to enter data into the computer. It is an input device that allows users to type letters, numbers, and other characters into the computer. The keyboard is designed with a set of keys that correspond to different characters and functions. When a key is pressed, it sends a signal to the computer, which then displays the corresponding character on the screen or performs the desired function. The keyboard is an essential tool for inputting information and interacting with the computer.

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3. Modern computer is basically an electronic device which can respond to commands

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Yes it's TRUE, a modern computer is basically designed in an electronic device that can respond to commands or instructions... 

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4. An example of an electronic spreadsheet is

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A spreadsheet consists of information written in tabular form; in other words, rows and/or columns of figures and/or text, Example is MS Excel, Lotus 1,2,3 etc 

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5. Computer stores

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The computer can only store and process data/information/instructions. 

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6. HTML stands for

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HTML stands for Hypertext Mark-up Language. It is a standard markup language used for creating and structuring the content of web pages. HTML uses tags to define elements such as headings, paragraphs, lists, links, images, and more. These tags are used to format and organize the content, allowing web browsers to interpret and display the web pages correctly.

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7. Keyboard is an example of 

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Computer operators communicate with the computer’s CPU by using various input devices to enter data, run programs, or give commands to the CPU. 

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8. The part labelled D is ued to  

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The part labelled D - the Power-button, used to toggle either ON/OFF the computer system

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9. What is a computer?

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A computer is an electronic device for storing and processing data according to instructions given to it in a variable program . Yes Computer is a machine but not only that, also it is an electronic machine but that definition is not complete.

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10. What is a program?

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A program is a set of instructions that tells the computer what to do. Don't forget that. If you attend class with us you are bound to know all of these. Kudos to Mr. Albert.

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11. Which of the following definition is correct about Excel?

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Excel is a software application that provides an “electronic spreadsheet,” or worksheet environmen

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12. CPU stands for

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CPU stands for Central Processing Unit

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13. What do you understand by booting?

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Booting refers to the process of starting up a computer system. It involves loading the operating system into the computer's memory and initializing all the necessary components for the system to function properly. Switching on the system is the correct answer because it accurately describes the action of turning on the power to start the booting process.

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14. Until it is ..................., a workbook exists only in computer memory

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Until it is saved, a workbook exists only in computer memory, which is a temporary storage place

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15. An interconnected set of two or more computers with data communication devices may be called a 

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A computer network refers to an interconnected set of two or more computers with data communication devices. It allows these computers to share resources, such as files and printers, and enables communication between them. This term accurately describes the concept of interconnecting computers and facilitating data communication among them.

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16. Computer machinery is the

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The given question is incomplete and not readable.

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17. ............... refers to the linking up the world's LANs, MANs and WANs to form a web of networks that cover the earth

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The correct answer is WWW, which stands for World Wide Web. The World Wide Web refers to the linking up of the world's LANs, MANs, and WANs to form a web of networks that cover the earth. This interconnected network allows users to access and share information globally through websites and hyperlinks.

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18. What do we use to change the appearance and positioning of text in Word?

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“Formatting” refers to the appearance of text, not the text itself. You can change the appearance of text by changing its attributes, indentation and line spacing. In order to change the appearance of the existing text, the text has to be selected.

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19. … is one of the proofing tools in word processing

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MS Word (2000, 2005, 2010 and latest) has provided certain proofing tools to help eliminate such errors from your final document. One of these is the Spell Checker

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20. PowerPoint is an ...........

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PowerPoint is an application program specifically designed for creating and delivering presentations. It allows users to create slides with text, images, charts, and other multimedia elements to present information in a visually appealing and organized manner. PowerPoint provides various tools and features to enhance the presentation, such as slide transitions, animations, and speaker notes. Users can also customize the design and layout of the slides to suit their needs. Overall, PowerPoint is widely used for business, educational, and personal purposes to effectively communicate ideas and information through presentations.

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21. What is a mouse used for?

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When using a mouse, one is able to move the cursor around the screen with speed and simplicity. Most have two buttons, which will execute commands according to an application’s control instructions

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22. What is a directory?

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A directory or folder is nothing more than a location on a disk used for storing information about files. The directory is also called folders. 

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23. By default, Word is in ......... mode

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By default, Word is in insert mode; as you type, text to the right of the insertion point is pushed to the right.

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24. Automatic spell check ---

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The Automatic Spell Check feature informs you of spelling errors as you type, It can be enabled or disabled by choosing Tools, Options…and selecting the Spelling & Grammar tab.

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25. In formatting, the short-cut key for the   is 

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The shortcut key for underline is CTRL+U....

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26. Www Stands for 

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The correct answer is "none of the above" because "www" stands for World Wide Web, which is a system of interlinked hypertext documents accessed through the internet. The options provided in the question do not accurately represent the correct expansion of the acronym "www".

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27. … is the final step in the production of a document

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The final step in the production of a document is printing.

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28.  The labelled D is used to ?

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The part lablelled D is the toggle switch on

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29. What is a menu?

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The menu bar displays the primary commands of the relevant application.

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30. GUI stands for

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GUI = Graphical User Interface

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31. In Word, what does the overtype mode do?

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Word gives you the option of turning off insert mode and turning on overtype mode. Instead of pushing text to the right as you type, overtype mode replaces existing text one character at a time.

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32. To insert text, place the ........................ where you want to add text and begin typing

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To insert text, place the insertion point (cursor) where you want to add text and begin typing.

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33. In Windows, clipboard _____

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The Windows environment provides a temporary storage area called the Clipboard for those times when you move or copy text

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34. Terminal is an example of

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A terminal is a data input-output device, usually made up of a monitor (display), keyboard, mouse, or touch screen.

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35. There are ............ alignment options in MS Word

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There are four alignment options, namely | Left Alignment | Center Alignment | Right Alignment | Justified | Page 78

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36. The use of computer to create, revise and save documents for printing and future retrieval is

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Word processing is the use of computers to create, revise and save documents for printing and future retrieval (Page 58). It is a little bits different from Notepad and Wordpad.

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37. A program used to create text files or make changes to existing files is

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Text files can be created and modified with the aid of a special program called an editor (page 65),

An editor is a program used to create text files or make changes to 

existing files.

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38. In respect to alignment, justify means

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Lines of text are aligned along both the left and right indents. Word adjusts the spacing between words so that they stretch from left indent to right indent.

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39. Column headings begin with letter "A" and continue through the letter "......."

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Column headings begin with the letter “A” and continue through the letter “Z.” ..

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40. .....................is the software responsible for controlling the allocation and usage of hardware resources

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The correct answer is OS, Operating System, operating system. The operating system is the software responsible for controlling the allocation and usage of hardware resources. It manages the computer's memory, processes, input/output devices, and other system resources. The operating system acts as an intermediary between the user and the hardware, providing a user-friendly interface and ensuring that multiple applications can run simultaneously without conflicts. It also handles tasks such as file management, security, and scheduling, making it a crucial component of any computer system.

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41. The Excel worksheet is a grid of 256 columns by 65,536 rows

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The Excel worksheet is a grid of 256 columns by 65,536 rows ...

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42. A workbook is made

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The default Excel workbook contains 3 worksheets, names Sheet1 through Sheet3...

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43. A workbook is made of worksheet

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The default Excel workbook contains 3 worksheets, namely Sheet1, Sheet2 & Sheet3..

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44. The operating systems of a computer have the following features:

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Purchased as utility from a software company: Operating systems can be purchased from companies that develop and sell them, such as Microsoft Windows.

Control the operations of the hardware: The operating system manages and controls the hardware components of a computer.

Serve as intermediaries between the hardware and application programs: The operating system provides a layer of abstraction between the hardware and the application software, allowing programs to interact with hardware resources efficiently.

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45. There are --- worksheets are in a default Excel workbook

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The default Excel workbook contains 3 worksheet names Sheet1 Sheet2 Sheet3 (Page 90)

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46. … cells can contain formulas

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Worksheet cells can contain constant values or formulas

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47. Row headings begin with number 1 and continue through the number .......

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Row headings begin with number 1 and continue through the number 65536...

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48. Some formatting buttons are toggles, that is, the same button is used to turn a formatting feature --- 

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Some Formatting buttons are toggles, that is, the same button is used to turn a formatting feature “on” and “off”

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49. ........... is the intersection of a column and a row

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Cells is the intersection of a column and a row. Cells are typically referred to by their column and row location. For instance, column A, row 1 is cell A1...Page 90

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50. FORTRAN stands for ...............

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FORTRAN stands for Formula Translator. It is a programming language that was developed in the 1950s for scientific and engineering calculations. The name "Formula Translator" accurately describes the purpose of FORTRAN, as it was designed to translate mathematical formulas into computer code. The language was widely used in the early days of computing and played a crucial role in the development of scientific and numerical computing. Despite being an acronym, "Formula Translator" is typically written in lowercase letters, hence "formula translator" is also a correct representation of the acronym.

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51. A small picture that represents either a program or a shortcut is

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Icons placed on the desktop, which enables quick and easy access to programs and data. 

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52. WYSIWYG stands for ...........

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WYSIWYG (what-you-see-is-what-you-get) 

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53. MS Word is a ............. word processor

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Word is a WYSIWYG (what-you-see-is-what-you-get) word processor Page 55

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54. A new Excel workbook file can contain up to ........ separate worksheets

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A new Excel workbook file can contain up to 255 separate worksheets..

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55. Modem stands for

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Modem stands for Modulation Demodulation. A modem is a device that converts digital signals from a computer into analog signals that can be transmitted over telephone lines. It modulates the digital data into analog signals for transmission and then demodulates the analog signals back into digital data at the receiving end. Modulation refers to the process of converting digital signals into analog signals, while demodulation refers to the process of converting analog signals back into digital signals. Therefore, the correct answer is Modulation Demodulation.

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56. Word processor has many advantages over using a ................

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Word processor has many advantages over using a typewriter.

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57. What is a PC?

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A PC is a relatively low-cost machine usually of desktop size (laptops, notebooks and palmtops are mush smaller). PC stands for (P)ersonal (C)omputer

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58. In spreadsheet, a cell can contain either .................. or text

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A cell can contain either text or numbered values.

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59. The wired arrangement of computer networking consists of a communication software

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The correct answer is "None of the following" because the given options (nodes, network interface card, network cable) do not fully encompass the wired arrangement of computer networking. While these components are indeed important in a wired network, there are other elements such as routers, switches, and hubs that are also necessary for proper network communication. Therefore, none of the options provided in the question adequately describe the complete wired arrangement of computer networking.

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60. Which of the following is correct about Spreadsheet?

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A spreadsheet consists of information written in tabular form; in other words, rows and/or columns of figures and/or text Page 86 An Excel file, called a workbook, can contain worksheets

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61. After the 26th column (Column Z), headings become double letters, From "AA" to "IV"

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After the 26th column (Column Z), headings become double letters, From “AA” to “IV”

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62. An Excel file is called a

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An Excel file contains what is called a workbook and this workbook contains files called worksheets. (Page 88) By default, Excel workbook contains 3 worksheets namely, Sheet1, Sheet2 and Sheet3

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What do you use to enter data into the computer?
What do you use to enter data into the computer?
Modern computer is basically an electronic device which can respond to...
An example of an electronic spreadsheet is
Computer stores
HTML stands for
Keyboard is an example of 
The part labelled D is ued to  
What is a computer?
What is a program?
Which of the following definition is correct about Excel?
CPU stands for
What do you understand by booting?
Until it is ..................., a workbook exists only in computer...
An interconnected set of two or more computers with data communication...
Computer machinery is the
............... refers to the linking up the world's LANs, MANs and...
What do we use to change the appearance and positioning of text in...
… is one of the proofing tools in word processing
PowerPoint is an ...........
What is a mouse used for?
What is a directory?
By default, Word is in ......... mode
Automatic spell check ---
In formatting, the short-cut key for the   is 
Www Stands for 
… is the final step in the production of a document
 The labelled D is used to ?
What is a menu?
GUI stands for
In Word, what does the overtype mode do?
To insert text, place the ........................ where you want to...
In Windows, clipboard _____
Terminal is an example of
There are ............ alignment options in MS Word
The use of computer to create, revise and save documents for printing...
A program used to create text files or make changes to existing files...
In respect to alignment, justify means
Column headings begin with letter "A" and continue through the letter...
.....................is the software responsible for controlling the...
The Excel worksheet is a grid of 256 columns by 65,536 rows
A workbook is made
A workbook is made of worksheet
The operating systems of a computer have the following features:
There are --- worksheets are in a default Excel workbook
… cells can contain formulas
Row headings begin with number 1 and continue through the number...
Some formatting buttons are toggles, that is, the same button is used...
........... is the intersection of a column and a row
FORTRAN stands for ...............
A small picture that represents either a program or a shortcut is
WYSIWYG stands for ...........
MS Word is a ............. word processor
A new Excel workbook file can contain up to ........ separate...
Modem stands for
Word processor has many advantages over using a ................
What is a PC?
In spreadsheet, a cell can contain either .................. or text
The wired arrangement of computer networking consists of a...
Which of the following is correct about Spreadsheet?
After the 26th column (Column Z), headings become double letters, From...
An Excel file is called a
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