MCQ Collection
Computer Basics MCQs
Practice Computer Basics questions with answers and explanations.
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Correct Answer: A. backup
Explanation:
backup is the term that matches the description: a separate copy of data used for recovery
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Correct Answer: C. encryption
Explanation:
encryption is the term that matches the description: the transformation of readable data into protected coded form
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Correct Answer: A. a separate copy of data used for recovery
Explanation:
backup refers to a separate copy of data used for recovery
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Correct Answer: C. a release that can fix bugs and security weaknesses
Explanation:
software update refers to a release that can fix bugs and security weaknesses
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Correct Answer: D. the transformation of readable data into protected coded form
Explanation:
encryption refers to the transformation of readable data into protected coded form
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Correct Answer: B. software update
Explanation:
software update is the term that matches the description: a release that can fix bugs and security weaknesses
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Correct Answer: D. malware
Explanation:
malware is the term that matches the description: software designed to harm or misuse a computer system
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Correct Answer: A. database query
Explanation:
database query is the term that matches the description: a request to retrieve or modify selected data
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Correct Answer: D. scanner
Explanation:
scanner is the term that matches the description: an input device that digitises paper documents
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Correct Answer: C. software used to create slide-based visual presentations
Explanation:
presentation software refers to software used to create slide-based visual presentations
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Correct Answer: B. a network covering a limited local area
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LAN refers to a network covering a limited local area
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Correct Answer: C. phishing
Explanation:
phishing is the term that matches the description: a deceptive attempt to steal information through fraudulent messages
