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  • 1. 

    Charles Babbage born in

    • A.

      1792

    • B.

      1791

    • C.

      1793

    • D.

      1794

    Correct Answer
    B. 1791
    Explanation
    Charles Babbage was born in 1791.

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  • 2. 

    Charles Babbage designed the first:

    • A.

      Digital Engine

    • B.

      Analytical Engine

    • C.

      Computing Engine

    • D.

      Calculator Engine

    Correct Answer
    B. Analytical Engine
    Explanation
    Charles Babbage designed the Analytical Engine, which is considered to be the first general-purpose computer. It was designed to perform complex calculations and had the ability to store and manipulate data. The Analytical Engine was a significant advancement in computing technology as it introduced concepts such as loops, conditional branching, and memory storage, which are fundamental to modern computers. Although Babbage was unable to complete the construction of the Analytical Engine during his lifetime, his designs and concepts laid the foundation for the development of modern computers.

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  • 3. 

    Which supercomputer beat the Gray Kasparov, the World Chess Champion?

    • A.

      Deep Sea

    • B.

      Deep Ocean

    • C.

      Deep Blue

    • D.

      Deep Water

    Correct Answer
    C. Deep Blue
    Explanation
    Deep Blue is the correct answer because it is the supercomputer that defeated Garry Kasparov, the World Chess Champion. Deep Blue was developed by IBM and became famous for defeating Kasparov in a six-game chess match in 1997. This victory was a significant milestone in the development of artificial intelligence and showcased the capabilities of Deep Blue in strategic thinking and problem-solving.

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  • 4. 

    Turning Machine invented in?

    • A.

      1934

    • B.

      1935

    • C.

      1933

    • D.

      1936

    Correct Answer
    D. 1936
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1936. This is the year when the Turning Machine was invented.

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  • 5. 

    Who achieved the "Turning Test"?

    • A.

      Alan Turning

    • B.

      Mehtew Turning

    • C.

      Ada Turning

    • D.

      None of above

    Correct Answer
    D. None of above
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Alan Turing. He achieved the "Turning Test," which is a test of a machine's ability to exhibit intelligent behavior indistinguishable from that of a human. Mehtew Turning and Ada Turning are not known figures, so they did not achieve the Turning Test.

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  • 6. 

    Vacuum Tube invented in:

    • A.

      1903

    • B.

      1904

    • C.

      1914

    • D.

      1924

    Correct Answer
    B. 1904
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1904. The vacuum tube was invented in 1904.

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  • 7. 

    Natanasoff-Berry Computer invented in:

    • A.

      1940

    • B.

      1938

    • C.

      1939

    • D.

      1941

    Correct Answer
    C. 1939
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1939. The Natanasoff-Berry Computer was invented in this year.

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  • 8. 

    Howard Aiken and Grace Hopper designed the Mark series of computers at Harvard University. The first computer Harvard Mark 1 designed in:

    • A.

      1943

    • B.

      1942

    • C.

      1941

    • D.

      1944

    Correct Answer
    A. 1943
    Explanation
    Howard Aiken and Grace Hopper designed the Mark series of computers at Harvard University. The first computer in the series, Harvard Mark 1, was designed in 1943.

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  • 9. 

    ENIAC invented in 1946 by the US Military. ENIAC stands for:

    • A.

      Electrical Numerical Integrator And Calculator

    • B.

      Electornical Numerical Integrator And Calculator

    • C.

      Electorical Numerical Integrator And Calendar

    • D.

      Electornical Numerical Invention And Calculator

    Correct Answer
    A. Electrical Numerical Integrator And Calculator
    Explanation
    ENIAC was indeed invented in 1946 by the US Military. It stands for "Electrical Numerical Integrator And Calculator."

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  • 10. 

    Transistor invented in:

    • A.

      1944

    • B.

      1946

    • C.

      1947

    • D.

      1948

    Correct Answer
    C. 1947
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1947. The invention of the transistor is attributed to a team of scientists at Bell Laboratories in the United States. In 1947, John Bardeen, Walter Brattain, and William Shockley successfully demonstrated the first working transistor. This breakthrough in technology revolutionized the field of electronics and paved the way for the development of modern devices such as computers and smartphones.

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  • 11. 

    UNIVAC 1 invented in:

    • A.

      1947

    • B.

      1948

    • C.

      1951

    • D.

      1955

    Correct Answer
    C. 1951
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1951. UNIVAC 1, which stands for Universal Automatic Computer 1, was invented in 1951. It was the first commercial computer produced in the United States and was designed for business and scientific applications. UNIVAC 1 was developed by J. Presper Eckert and John Mauchly, who are considered pioneers in the field of computer engineering. This computer was known for its ability to perform calculations at a much faster rate than previous machines, marking a significant advancement in computing technology.

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  • 12. 

    Compiler invented in:

    • A.

      1952

    • B.

      1953

    • C.

      1954

    • D.

      1955

    Correct Answer
    A. 1952
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1952. The question asks for the year in which the compiler was invented. A compiler is a program that translates source code written in a high-level programming language into a lower-level language, such as machine code. The first compiler was developed by Grace Hopper in 1952, known as the A-0 system. This system paved the way for the development of modern compilers and revolutionized the field of programming.

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  • 13. 

    Please explain the use of compiler

  • 14. 

    Intel 4004 invented in

    • A.

      1970

    • B.

      1971

    • C.

      1972

    • D.

      1975

    Correct Answer
    B. 1971
    Explanation
    The Intel 4004 was invented in 1971. This was the first commercially available microprocessor, developed by Intel Corporation. It was a 4-bit central processing unit (CPU) and was used in various electronic devices, such as calculators and early computers. Its invention revolutionized the field of computing, as it allowed for the integration of multiple functions into a single chip. The Intel 4004 paved the way for the development of more advanced microprocessors and played a crucial role in the advancement of modern technology.

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  • 15. 

    World Wide Web started in:

    • A.

      1980

    • B.

      1990

    • C.

      1989

    • D.

      1988

    Correct Answer
    C. 1989
    Explanation
    The World Wide Web started in 1989. This is the year when British computer scientist Tim Berners-Lee invented the World Wide Web while working at CERN. He developed the first web browser and web server, and proposed the concept of hypertext, which allowed for linking and accessing information on the internet. The World Wide Web revolutionized the way we access and share information, leading to the widespread use of the internet as we know it today.

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  • 16. 

    Browsers are used for? please explain

  • 17. 

    URL stands for:

    • A.

      Universal Resource Locator

    • B.

      Universal Relation Locator

    • C.

      Uniform Resource Locator

    • D.

      Uniform Redirect Locator

    Correct Answer
    C. Uniform Resource Locator
    Explanation
    URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator. A URL is the address used to locate a resource on the internet. It is a standardized format that includes the protocol (such as HTTP or HTTPS), the domain name or IP address of the server, and the specific path or location of the resource. The term "uniform" refers to the consistent structure and format of URLs, making them universally understandable and accessible across different platforms and devices.

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  • 18. 

    What is a Web Site? please explain

  • 19. 

    What is Home Page of a Web Site? please explain

  • 20. 

    Supercomputers focus their all resources on:

    • A.

      Single Task

    • B.

      Multiple Task

    • C.

      Creating multiple task environment

    • D.

      Graphics

    Correct Answer
    A. Single Task
    Explanation
    Supercomputers focus all their resources on a single task. This means that they are designed to perform complex calculations and process large amounts of data for a specific purpose or problem. By dedicating all their processing power and memory to a single task, supercomputers can achieve high performance and efficiency in solving complex scientific, engineering, and research problems. This specialization allows them to handle massive calculations and simulations that would be impractical or impossible for regular computers.

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  • 21. 

    Mainframe Computers are designed for:

    • A.

      Single Task

    • B.

      Multiple Task

    • C.

      Multiple Trouble Handeling

    Correct Answer
    B. Multiple Task
    Explanation
    Mainframe computers are designed for multiple tasks. Unlike personal computers, which are typically designed for individual use and limited tasks, mainframe computers are built to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and efficiently. They have the capability to process large amounts of data and support multiple users concurrently. This makes them ideal for organizations that require high-performance computing, such as large corporations, government agencies, and research institutions. The design and architecture of mainframe computers allow for scalability, reliability, and robustness, enabling them to handle multiple tasks effectively.

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  • 22. 

    A minicomputer is a multiprocessing system capable of supporting from:

    • A.

      4 to 2000 users simultaneously

    • B.

      4 to 200 users simultaneously

    • C.

      4 to 1200 users simultaneously

    • D.

      2 to 2000 users simultaneously

    Correct Answer
    B. 4 to 200 users simultaneously
    Explanation
    A minicomputer is a type of computer that is capable of supporting a range of users simultaneously. It is designed to handle multiple tasks and processes at the same time. The given answer, "4 to 200 users simultaneously," indicates that a minicomputer can support a minimum of 4 users and a maximum of 200 users working concurrently. This range suggests that a minicomputer is suitable for small to medium-sized organizations or departments where multiple users need to access and use the system simultaneously.

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  • 23. 

    Low-end and High-end computers in desktop series are called:

    • A.

      Low-end Pc's, High-end PC's

    • B.

      Low-end Workstations, High-end workstations

    • C.

      PC's, Workstations

    • D.

      None of above

    Correct Answer
    C. PC's, Workstations
    Explanation
    The correct answer is PC's, Workstations. This is because low-end and high-end computers in the desktop series are commonly referred to as PCs, while low-end and high-end computers in the workstation series are called workstations.

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  • 24. 

    Which Processor used in "Portable" computers?

    • A.

      Pentium

    • B.

      Celeron

    • C.

      Athlon

    • D.

      Strong ARM

    Correct Answer
    D. Strong ARM
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Strong ARM. Strong ARM processors are commonly used in portable computers due to their low power consumption and high performance capabilities. These processors are designed to provide efficient processing power while maintaining longer battery life, making them ideal for portable devices such as laptops and tablets.

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  • 25. 

    Please explain the Input Devices:

  • 26. 

    RAM stands for

    • A.

      Random Accessible Memory

    • B.

      Random Accessed Memory

    • C.

      Random Access Memory

    • D.

      None of above

    Correct Answer
    C. Random Access Memory
    Explanation
    RAM stands for Random Access Memory. It is a type of computer memory that allows data to be accessed randomly. This means that any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes. RAM is volatile memory, meaning that its contents are lost when the power is turned off. It is used by the computer's operating system and software applications to store data and instructions that are actively being used.

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  • 27. 

    ROM stands for

    • A.

      Read-Only Memory

    • B.

      Reduced Only Memory

    • C.

      Redirected Only Memory

    • D.

      None of above

    Correct Answer
    A. Read-Only Memory
    Explanation
    ROM stands for Read-Only Memory. This type of memory is non-volatile, meaning that the data stored in it is not lost when the power is turned off. It is called "read-only" because the data stored in ROM cannot be easily modified or erased. ROM is commonly used to store firmware or software instructions that are permanently programmed during manufacturing and are essential for the operation of a computer system or electronic device.

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  • 28. 

    What are output devices and explain their functions also

  • 29. 

    Explain the PC Parts and what is inside the CPU?

  • 30. 

    HTML stands for

    • A.

      Hyber Text Markup Language

    • B.

      Hyper Text Markup Languag

    • C.

      Hyper Texture Markup Language

    • D.

      None of above

    Correct Answer
    B. Hyper Text Markup Languag
    Explanation
    HTML stands for Hyper Text Markup Language. It is a standard markup language used for creating web pages and applications. HTML uses tags to structure the content and define the layout and appearance of a web page. The correct answer is "Hyper Text Markup Language".

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  • 31. 

    HTML contain:

    • A.

      //, ,

    • B.

      //,,

    • C.

      //,,

    • D.

      All of above

    Correct Answer
    B. //,,
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "//,,". This is because the given HTML code contains the "//,," sequence, which is not present in the other options. Therefore, "//,," is the correct answer.

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  • 32. 

    "P"indicates in HTML

    • A.

      Process

    • B.

      Paragraph

    • C.

      Paraline

    • D.

      Particular

    Correct Answer
    B. Paragraph
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Paragraph" because in HTML, the "P" tag is used to define a paragraph. It is a structural element that represents a block of text. By using the "P" tag, the browser knows to display the content within it as a separate paragraph, allowing for proper formatting and spacing.

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  • 33. 

    "BR"used in HTML as

    • A.

      Break Roller

    • B.

      Line Break

    • C.

      Break Rights

    • D.

      None of above

    Correct Answer
    B. Line Break
    Explanation
    "BR" is used in HTML as a line break. When the "BR" tag is used in HTML, it creates a line break, causing the text or content that follows it to move to the next line. This is commonly used to separate paragraphs or create spacing between lines of text. The other options, such as Break Roller or Break Rights, are not valid uses of the "BR" tag in HTML.

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  • 34. 

    "B"used in HTML as

    • A.

      To bold the text

    • B.

      To build the text

    • C.

      To break the text

    • D.

      None of above

    Correct Answer
    A. To bold the text
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "To bold the text." In HTML, the "b" tag is used to make the enclosed text bold. This allows the text to stand out and emphasize certain parts of the content. By using the "b" tag, the text within the opening and closing tags will appear in a bold font style when rendered in a web browser.

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  • 35. 

    What do "Resisters" do? please explain

  • 36. 

    What is the use of Cache?

  • 37. 

    What is the Bottleneck Problem?

  • 38. 

    BIU stands for:

    • A.

      Bus Interface Unit

    • B.

      Bus Interlink Unit

    • C.

      Bus Interaface Unit

    • D.

      Bus Interlink Unit

    Correct Answer
    A. Bus Interface Unit
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Bus Interface Unit." The BIU is a component of a computer's CPU that handles the communication between the CPU and the system memory and peripherals. It manages the transfer of data and instructions between the CPU and other devices, ensuring efficient and synchronized operation.

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  • 39. 

    Arithmetic & Logic Unit (ALU) used for

    • A.

      Printing functions

    • B.

      AND, NOT, OR and XOR functions

    • C.

      3D simulations

    • D.

      None of above

    Correct Answer
    B. AND, NOT, OR and XOR functions
    Explanation
    The Arithmetic & Logic Unit (ALU) is a component of a computer's central processing unit (CPU) that performs arithmetic and logical operations. It is used for executing operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, logical AND, logical NOT, logical OR, and logical XOR. Therefore, the correct answer is that the ALU is used for AND, NOT, OR, and XOR functions.

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  • 40. 

    Registers are used for:

    • A.

      To register the logs

    • B.

      Storing the data

    • C.

      Storing the cache

    • D.

      None of above

    Correct Answer
    B. Storing the data
    Explanation
    Registers are used for storing the data. Registers are small, high-speed storage locations within a computer's processor. They are used to hold data that is being actively used by the processor, such as variables, calculations, and intermediate results. By storing the data in registers, the processor can quickly access and manipulate it, improving overall performance and efficiency.

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  • 41. 

    Why Intel come up the idea of computing?

  • 42. 

    Clock frequency measured in:

    • A.

      KHz, MHz, GHz

    • B.

      KVs, MVs, GVs

    • C.

      KAs, MAs, GAs

    • D.

      None of above

    Correct Answer
    A. KHz, MHz, GHz
    Explanation
    Clock frequency is a measure of how fast a computer's clock is ticking, indicating the number of cycles it can complete in a second. It is typically measured in kilohertz (KHz), megahertz (MHz), or gigahertz (GHz). These units represent thousands, millions, and billions of cycles per second, respectively. The options "KVs, MVs, GVs" and "KAs, MAs, GAs" are not standard units for measuring clock frequency. Therefore, the correct answer is KHz, MHz, GHz.

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  • 43. 

    What will be the answer if you convert 75 to binary?

    • A.

      1001010

    • B.

      1001101

    • C.

      1001011

    • D.

      1010111

    Correct Answer
    C. 1001011
    Explanation
    To convert a decimal number to binary, we repeatedly divide the decimal number by 2 and note down the remainder. We continue this process until the quotient becomes zero. Then, we write down the remainders in reverse order to obtain the binary equivalent. In this case, when we convert 75 to binary, we get the binary number 1001011.

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  • 44. 

    What will be the answer if you conver 11010110 to decimal

    • A.

      214

    • B.

      216

    • C.

      196

    • D.

      218

    Correct Answer
    A. 214
    Explanation
    To convert a binary number to decimal, we multiply each digit by the corresponding power of 2 and then sum them up. In this case, starting from the right, the first digit 0 (2^0) contributes 0 to the sum. The second digit 1 (2^1) contributes 2 to the sum. The third digit 1 (2^2) contributes 4 to the sum. The fourth digit 0 (2^3) contributes 0 to the sum. The fifth digit 1 (2^4) contributes 16 to the sum. The sixth digit 0 (2^5) contributes 0 to the sum. The seventh digit 1 (2^6) contributes 64 to the sum. The eighth digit 1 (2^7) contributes 128 to the sum. Adding all these contributions, we get 214. Therefore, the correct answer is 214.

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  • 45. 

    "BR" is a:

    • A.

      Single Tag

    • B.

      Attribute

    • C.

      Multi Tag

    • D.

      Multi Attribute

    Correct Answer
    A. Single Tag
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Single Tag" because "BR" is an HTML tag that is used to create a line break or a new line in a document. It does not require any closing tag and is considered a self-closing tag.

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  • 46. 

    "HR width="50%"" is a:

    • A.

      Single Tag

    • B.

      Single Tag with attirbute

    • C.

      Multi attribute

    • D.

      None of above

    Correct Answer(s)
    B. Single Tag with attirbute
    D. None of above
    Explanation
    The given correct answer is "Single Tag with attribute" because "HR width="50%"" is a single HTML tag (HR) with an attribute (width="50%"). It is not a multi-attribute tag because it only has one attribute. The option "None of above" is also correct because it includes the possibility that the given statement is not a valid HTML tag or attribute.

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  • 47. 

    "H1, /H1" is a:

    • A.

      Multi tag

    • B.

      Paired Tag

    • C.

      Multi attribute

    • D.

      None of above

    Correct Answer
    B. Paired Tag
    Explanation
    The given answer, "Paired Tag," is correct because the format "H1, /H1" represents an opening tag "" followed by a closing tag "". In HTML, paired tags are used to enclose content and indicate the beginning and end of a specific element. In this case, the "H1" tag is used to define a heading level 1, and the "/H1" tag marks the end of the heading.

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  • 48. 

    "UL" mean in HTML to create:

    • A.

      Universal List

    • B.

      Uniform List

    • C.

      Unordered List

    • D.

      None of above

    Correct Answer
    C. Unordered List
    Explanation
    In HTML, "UL" stands for Unordered List. An unordered list is a type of list that displays a collection of items in no particular order. It is commonly used to create bullet point lists on web pages. The items in an unordered list are typically preceded by bullet points, which can be customized using CSS.

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  • 49. 

    "LI" used in HTML as:

    • A.

      List Item

    • B.

      Line Item

    • C.

      Loop Item

    • D.

      None of above

    Correct Answer
    B. Line Item
    Explanation
    In HTML, "LI" is used as an abbreviation for "Line Item". It is used to create a list item within an ordered or unordered list. This tag is commonly used to structure and organize content in a list format on web pages.

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  • 50. 

    Define the "DL, DT, DD" attributes in HTML

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