Important Computer Notes for Govt Exams in Pakistan

1. Basics of Computer

A computer is an electronic device that processes data and produces information.

Input → Process → Output is the main working cycle.

Components: Hardware (physical parts), Software (programs), and Firmware (embedded software).

2. Types of Computers

Supercomputer: Fastest, used in weather forecasting, research.

Mainframe: Large organizations, banks, airline reservations.

Microcomputer/Personal Computer (PC): For individual use.

Laptop/Notebook: Portable PC.

Tablet: Touchscreen portable device.

Server: Provides services to other computers over a network.

3. Hardware Components

CPU (Central Processing Unit): Brain of the computer; processes data.

Input Devices: Keyboard, Mouse, Scanner, Microphone.

Output Devices: Monitor, Printer, Speakers.

Storage Devices: Hard Disk Drive (HDD), Solid State Drive (SSD), USB flash drive.

Memory (RAM): Temporary storage for running programs.

Motherboard: Main circuit board connecting all parts.

4. Software Types

System Software: Manages hardware and basic operations.

Examples: Operating Systems (Windows, Linux, macOS), Utility software.

Application Software: Programs for specific tasks.

Examples: MS Word, Excel, Adobe Photoshop.

Programming Software: Tools to write code.

Examples: Compilers, IDEs.

5. Operating System (OS)

Manages hardware and software resources.

Examples: Windows, Linux, macOS, Android.

Functions: File management, memory management, device management, security.

6. Computer Networks

A network connects two or more computers to share resources.

Types of networks:

LAN (Local Area Network): Small area like an office.

WAN (Wide Area Network): Covers large geographical areas (e.g., Internet).

Internet: Global network connecting millions of computers.

Intranet: Private network within an organization.

7. Internet and Web

WWW (World Wide Web): Collection of web pages accessible through the internet.

Browser: Software to access web pages (Chrome, Firefox).

Search Engines: Google, Bing, Yahoo help find information.

Email: Electronic mail for communication.

Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram for social networking.

8. Database Concepts

Database: Organized collection of data.

DBMS (Database Management System): Software to manage databases (e.g., MySQL, Oracle).

Data stored in tables with rows and columns.

Use SQL (Structured Query Language) to manipulate data.

9. Programming Basics

Programming languages: Python, Java, C, C++.

Programs are written using algorithms and flowcharts.

Basic concepts: Variables, Data Types, Loops, Conditional Statements.

10. Cyber Security

Protection of computers and networks from attacks.

Common threats: Virus, Malware, Phishing, Hacking.

Important terms:
Firewall: Blocks unauthorized access.

Antivirus: Detects and removes viruses.

Encryption: Secures data by converting it into code.

11. Microsoft Office Suite

MS Word: Word processing software.

MS Excel: Spreadsheet software for data analysis.

MS PowerPoint: Presentation software.

Important features: Formatting, formulas (Excel), charts, slide design.

12. Computer Abbreviations

CPU – Central Processing Unit

RAM – Random Access Memory

ROM – Read Only Memory

URL – Uniform Resource Locator

HTML – HyperText Markup Language

HTTP – HyperText Transfer Protocol

IP – Internet Protocol

DNS – Domain Name System

FTP – File Transfer Protocol

13. Latest Trends

Cloud Computing: Using remote servers for data storage (Google Drive, Dropbox).

Artificial Intelligence (AI): Machines simulating human intelligence.

Big Data: Processing large data sets.

Internet of Things (IoT): Connecting everyday devices to the internet.

14. Important National & International IT Organizations

NIC (National Information Center) Pakistan.

ITU (International Telecommunication Union) – UN agency for ICT.

W3C (World Wide Web Consortium) – Sets standards for web technologies.
15. Computer Ethics

Respect privacy and intellectual property.

Avoid plagiarism and piracy.

Use computers responsibly.

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1. Data Structures

Array: Collection of elements identified by index.

Linked List: Nodes connected by pointers.

Stack: Last In First Out (LIFO) data structure.

Queue: First In First Out (FIFO).

Tree: Hierarchical structure; Binary Tree, Binary Search Tree.

Graph: Nodes connected by edges.

2. Algorithms

Step-by-step procedure to solve a problem.

Types: Sorting (Bubble, Quick, Merge Sort), Searching (Linear, Binary Search).

Important for understanding programming logic.

3. Operating System Concepts

Process Management: Handling multiple running programs.

Thread: Smallest unit of a process.

Deadlock: Situation where processes wait indefinitely.

Virtual Memory: Using disk space to extend RAM.

File Systems: FAT, NTFS, EXT4 for organizing data on disks.

4. Database Advanced Concepts

Normalization: Organizing database to reduce redundancy.

ACID Properties: Atomicity, Consistency, Isolation, Durability for transactions.

Indexes: Speed up data retrieval.

Stored Procedures: SQL programs stored in the database.

NoSQL Databases: MongoDB, Cassandra for unstructured data.

5. Networking Advanced

TCP/IP Model: Protocol suite for internet communication.

Layers: Application, Transport, Internet, Link.

IP Addressing: IPv4 and IPv6.

Subnetting: Dividing networks into subnetworks.

DNS (Domain Name System): Translates domain names to IP addresses.

VPN (Virtual Private Network): Secure connection over the internet.

Firewall & IDS: Intrusion Detection System for security.

6. Cybersecurity Advanced

Encryption Algorithms: AES, RSA.

Public Key Infrastructure (PKI): Uses public and private keys.

Ethical Hacking: Testing systems for vulnerabilities.

Phishing Attacks: Fraudulent attempts to get sensitive info.

Malware Types: Ransomware, Spyware, Trojan horses.

7. Cloud Computing

Service Models: IaaS (Infrastructure), PaaS (Platform), SaaS (Software).

Deployment Models: Public Cloud, Private Cloud, Hybrid Cloud.

Benefits: Scalability, cost-saving, accessibility.

8. Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning (ML)

AI: Machines simulating human tasks.

ML: Algorithms that learn from data.

Types of ML: Supervised, Unsupervised, Reinforcement Learning.

Applications: Image recognition, speech processing, predictive analytics.

9. Big Data & Data Analytics

Handling huge volumes of data (Volume, Velocity, Variety).

Tools: Hadoop, Spark.

Importance for decision-making in business/government.

10. Programming Paradigms

Procedural Programming: Step-by-step instructions.

Object-Oriented Programming (OOP): Uses objects and classes (Encapsulation, Inheritance,

Polymorphism, Abstraction).

Functional Programming: Emphasizes pure functions.

11. Web Technologies

HTML5: Markup language for web pages.

CSS3: Styling web pages.

JavaScript: Programming language for web interaction.

Web Frameworks: React, Angular, Django.

APIs (Application Programming Interface): Allows software communication.

12. Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Phases: Requirement gathering, Design, Development, Testing, Deployment, Maintenance.

Models: Waterfall, Agile, Scrum.

13. Virtualization

Running multiple operating systems on one physical machine.

Used in cloud computing and server optimization.

14. Internet of Things (IoT)

Network of interconnected devices.

Applications: Smart homes, healthcare, agriculture.

15. Blockchain Technology

Distributed ledger for secure and transparent transactions.

Used in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin.

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100 Advanced Computer Questions & Answers

Who is known as the father of modern computer science?

Alan Turing

What is the brain of the computer called?

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Which memory is volatile and temporarily holds data?

Random Access Memory (RAM)

Which type of memory stores data permanently and cannot be modified?

Read Only Memory (ROM)

What is the main circuit board in a computer?

Motherboard

Which software manages computer hardware and software resources?

Operating System (OS)

Name a widely used operating system developed by Microsoft.

Windows

Which open-source operating system is popular among developers?

Linux
Which operating system is specifically designed for Apple computers?

MacOS

Name any two input devices.

Keyboard and Mouse

Name any two output devices.

Monitor and Printer

Which device is used for long-term data storage and uses spinning disks?

Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Which type of storage is faster and uses flash memory?

Solid State Drive (SSD)

What number system is used internally by almost all computers?

Binary Number System

What is a step-by-step procedure to solve a problem called?

Algorithm

Which diagrammatic representation is used to depict algorithms?

Flowchart

What is a set of instructions that a computer can execute?

Programming Language

What converts high-level programming code into machine code before execution?

Compiler

What translates and executes code line-by-line?

Interpreter

What type of programming language is easier for humans to read?

High-Level Language

Which language is closer to machine code and harder for humans to read?

Low-Level Language

Name a popular high-level programming language used for general purposes.

Python

Which programming language is widely used for Android app development?

Java

Name a programming language that supports both procedural and object-oriented programming.

C++

Which language is used to create the structure of web pages?

HTML
Which language is used to style web pages?

CSS

Which scripting language makes web pages interactive?

JavaScript

What does IP stand for in networking?

Internet Protocol

Which IP version uses 32-bit addressing?

IPv4

Which IP version uses 128-bit addressing?

IPv6

Name the suite of communication protocols used to connect devices on the internet.

TCP/IP

What type of network covers a small geographical area, like an office?

Local Area Network (LAN)

What network spans large geographical areas, connecting cities or countries?

Wide Area Network (WAN)

Which device forwards data packets between networks?

Router

What network device connects devices within a LAN and filters data?

Switch

What system is used to block unauthorized network access?

Firewall

What malicious software is designed to damage or disrupt systems?

Malware

What is a self-replicating program that spreads from one computer to another?

Virus

What type of malware pretends to be legitimate software but performs harmful actions?

Trojan Horse

Which malicious software secretly gathers user information?

Spyware

What is an attempt to trick users into revealing sensitive information called?

Phishing

What process converts readable data into an unreadable format for security?
Encryption

What is the process of converting encrypted data back to its original form?

Decryption

What is a system that manages digital certificates and public-private key pairs?

Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

What technology allows delivery of computing services over the internet?

Cloud Computing

Name the cloud model that provides software applications over the internet.

Software as a Service (SaaS)

Which cloud service provides a platform allowing customers to develop, run, and manage applications?

Platform as a Service (PaaS)

What cloud model offers virtualized computing resources over the internet?

Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

What term describes extremely large and complex data sets?

Big Data

What is the process of discovering patterns and knowledge from large data sets?

Data Mining
What software system manages databases?

Database Management System (DBMS)

Which language is used to query and manipulate databases?

SQL (Structured Query Language)

Name a type of database designed for unstructured data storage.

NoSQL

What process organizes database tables to reduce data redundancy?

Normalization

What does ACID stand for in database transactions?

Atomicity, Consistency, Isolation, Durability

What uniquely identifies a record in a database table?

Primary Key

What links one table to another in a relational database?

Foreign Key

What database feature speeds up the retrieval of records?

Indexing
What programming paradigm is based on objects and classes?

Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

What is a blueprint for creating objects in OOP?

Class

What is an instance of a class called?

Object

What OOP principle hides data and methods within a class?

Encapsulation

What OOP concept allows a class to inherit properties from another class?

Inheritance

What OOP feature allows the same operation to behave differently on different classes?

Polymorphism

What concept hides complex details and shows only essential features?

Abstraction

What is the process followed to develop software called?

Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Which SDLC model follows a sequential phase-by-phase approach?

Waterfall Model

Which SDLC model emphasizes iterative development and flexibility?

Agile Model

Name a framework used to implement Agile development.

Scrum

What system manages changes to software code?

Version Control System

Name a popular distributed version control system.

Git

What is the process of identifying and managing software defects?

Bug Tracking

What software integrates various tools for software development?

Integrated Development Environment (IDE)

What is the difference between a compiler and an interpreter?

Compiler translates entire code before execution; interpreter translates line-by-line.

What is the smallest unit of a process that can be scheduled?

Thread
What is an executing program called?

Process

What situation occurs when two or more processes wait indefinitely for resources?

Deadlock

What memory management technique uses disk space to simulate extra RAM?

Virtual Memory

What type of fast memory stores frequently accessed data?

Cache Memory

What protocol is used to transfer web pages?

HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)

Which protocol secures data transfer over the web?

HTTPS

What does URL stand for?

Uniform Resource Locator

What system converts domain names into IP addresses?

Domain Name System (DNS)

Name a software used to access web pages.

Web Browser

What tool helps find information on the internet?

Search Engine

What term describes interconnected devices sharing data over a network?

Internet of Things (IoT)

What branch of computer science deals with making machines simulate human intelligence?

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

What is the subset of AI that enables machines to learn from data?

Machine Learning (ML)

Which machine learning type uses labeled data for training?

Supervised Learning

Which machine learning type uses unlabeled data?

Unsupervised Learning

Which learning type is based on agents taking actions to maximize rewards?

Reinforcement Learning

What model in AI is inspired by the human brain?

Neural Networks

What deep learning technique uses multiple layers of neural networks?

Deep Learning

What technology underlies cryptocurrencies and enables secure transactions?

Blockchain

What is digital currency that operates on blockchain?

Cryptocurrency

Name the first and most famous cryptocurrency.

Bitcoin

What is a self-executing contract with terms directly written into code?

Smart Contract

What creates a secure encrypted connection over a public network?

Virtual Private Network (VPN)

What field focuses on protecting computers and networks from attacks?

Cybersecurity

What is the practice of testing computer systems to find security vulnerabilities?

Ethical Hacking
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What is the difference between primary memory and secondary memory?

Primary memory is volatile (RAM), secondary is non-volatile (HDD, SSD)

What is firmware?

Software permanently stored on hardware (e.g., BIOS)

What is BIOS?

Basic Input Output System, firmware that initializes hardware at boot

What is POST in computers?

Power-On Self Test, hardware check performed during boot

What is the function of an ALU?

Arithmetic Logic Unit performs arithmetic and logical operations

What does GPU stand for and what is its function?

Graphics Processing Unit, handles rendering images and videos

What is cache coherence?

Consistency of data stored in cache across multiple processors

What is pipelining in CPU architecture?

Technique to execute multiple instructions simultaneously by overlapping stages

What is multitasking in operating systems?

Ability to run multiple programs simultaneously

What is multithreading?

Multiple threads within a process running concurrently

What is paging in memory management?

Dividing memory into fixed-size pages for virtual memory

What is segmentation?

Memory management dividing memory into variable size segments

What is a deadlock prevention technique?

Ensuring that at least one of the necessary conditions for deadlock cannot hold
What is a semaphore in OS?

A variable or abstract data type used to control access to resources

What is thrashing?

When excessive paging slows down system performance

What is RAID?

Redundant Array of Independent Disks for data redundancy and performance

What are the types of RAID?

RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 etc.

What is the difference between symmetric and asymmetric encryption?

Symmetric uses one key; asymmetric uses public/private key pair

What is hashing?

Converting data into fixed-size hash values for indexing or security

What is a digital signature?

Cryptographic technique to verify authenticity of digital messages

What is SQL injection?

A web security vulnerability allowing attackers to interfere with database queries

What is a proxy server?

An intermediary server between client and internet

What is DHCP?

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol automatically assigns IP addresses

What is subnet mask?

Number used to divide IP address into network and host parts

What is NAT?

Network Address Translation converts private IP addresses to public

What is MAC address?

Unique hardware address of a network device

What is the OSI model?

Seven-layer network communication model: Physical to Application

What are the seven layers of OSI model?

Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, Application

What is packet switching?

Data is broken into packets for transmission over network

What is circuit switching?

Dedicated communication path between nodes for the duration of the session

What is load balancing?

Distributing network or computing workload evenly across resources

What is virtualization?

Creating virtual versions of hardware, OS, storage, etc.

What is a hypervisor?

Software to create and manage virtual machines

What is containerization?

Packaging software with dependencies in lightweight containers

What is Docker?

Platform for containerizing applications

What is Kubernetes?

Container orchestration system

What is a dead code?

Code that is never executed

What is recursion in programming?

Function calling itself

What is the difference between stack and heap memory?

Stack is for static memory allocation, heap for dynamic allocation

What is a pointer in programming?

Variable storing memory address

What is garbage collection?

Automatic memory management to reclaim unused memory

What is the difference between compiled and interpreted languages?

Compiled translates whole code first; interpreted translates and runs line by line

What is polymorphism in OOP?

Ability to process objects differently based on their data type

What is exception handling?

Process of managing runtime errors

What is a deadlock avoidance algorithm?

Banker’s algorithm

What is a binary search tree?

Tree data structure with ordered nodes

What is hashing used for?

Fast data retrieval

What is a thread-safe code?

Code that functions correctly in a multithreaded environment

What is a race condition?

Flaw when the outcome depends on timing of threads

What is a software patch?

Update to fix bugs or vulnerabilities

What is Agile methodology?

Iterative approach to software development

What is SCRUM sprint?

Short, fixed time iteration in Agile

What is a firewall rule?

Set of conditions controlling network traffic

What is port forwarding?

Redirecting communication requests from one address/port to another

What is two-factor authentication?

Security method requiring two forms of identity

What is DNS spoofing?

Attack redirecting traffic to fake websites

What is a brute force attack?

Trying all possible passwords to gain access

What is steganography?

Hiding data within other files

What is a VPN used for?

Secure remote access

What is phishing?

Fraudulent attempt to steal sensitive info

What is a digital certificate?

Electronic document proving identity

What is cloud storage?

Saving data on remote servers accessed via internet

What is SaaS example?

Google Docs
What is IaaS example?

Amazon AWS EC2

What is PaaS example?

Google App Engine

What is API?

Application Programming Interface

What is REST API?

Representational State Transfer API

What is JSON?

JavaScript Object Notation, data format

What is XML?

Extensible Markup Language

What is a session in web?

Data stored to track user activity

What is cookie?

Small data stored in user’s browser

What is SQL injection attack?

Malicious SQL code to manipulate database

What is cross-site scripting (XSS)?

Attack injecting scripts into trusted websites

What is cloud backup?

Backing up data remotely on cloud

What is data warehouse?

Central repository of integrated data

What is ETL process?

Extract, Transform, Load data

What is MapReduce?

Programming model for processing big data

What is Hadoop?

Open-source framework for big data storage and processing

What is Spark?

Fast big data processing engine

What is a microprocessor?
Single-chip CPU

What is Moore’s Law?

The number of transistors doubles approximately every 2 years

What is a compiler optimization?

Improving code efficiency during compilation

What is a dead letter queue?

Queue storing undeliverable messages

What is polymorphic virus?

Virus that changes code to avoid detection

What is zero-day vulnerability?

Unknown security flaw with no patch

What is botnet?

Network of infected computers controlled by attacker

What is sandboxing?

Running code in isolated environment

What is CAPTCHA?

Test to distinguish human from bots

What is quantum computing?

Computing using quantum-mechanical phenomena

What is the difference between stack overflow and heap overflow?

Stack overflow is too many function calls; heap overflow is corrupting dynamic memory

What is a logic bomb?

Malicious code triggered by specific conditions

What is an API gateway?

Manages and routes API calls

What is continuous integration?

Practice of merging code frequently

What is container orchestration?

Managing container lifecycle and deployment

What is SSL/TLS?

Protocols for secure internet communication

What is a socket?

Endpoint for sending/receiving data

What is a data lake?

Storage repository holding raw data

What is software as a service security concern?

Data privacy and control

What is latency in networking?

Delay in data transfer

What is a checksum?

Value used to verify data integrity

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1. MS Word (Word Processing)

Used to create, edit, and format text documents.

Common features: font styles, paragraph alignment, bullets/numbering, tables, headers and footers.

Save documents as .docx or .pdf.

Spell check and grammar tools help avoid errors.

Insert images, shapes, hyperlinks, and page numbers.

Use "Track Changes" for editing collaboration.

Shortcut keys: Ctrl + C (Copy), Ctrl + V (Paste), Ctrl + X (Cut), Ctrl + S (Save), Ctrl + Z (Undo).

2. MS PowerPoint (Presentation Software)

Used to create slideshows for presentations.

Slides can contain text, images, videos, charts, and animations.

Use slide layouts: Title slide, bullet points, pictures, graphs.

Apply slide transitions and animations to enhance presentations.

Presenter view helps the presenter see notes and slide previews.
Shortcut keys: F5 (Start slideshow), Ctrl + M (New slide).

3. MS Excel (Spreadsheet Software)

Used for data organization, calculations, and analysis.

Work with cells organized in rows and columns.

Use formulas like =SUM(), =AVERAGE(), =IF().

Create charts (bar, pie, line) for data visualization.

Use functions for date, text, and logical operations.

Use filters and sorting to manage data.

Data validation ensures correct data entry.

Pivot tables summarize large datasets.

4. Internet Surfing

Use browsers like Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.

Search engines (Google, Bing) help find information.

Use keywords and search operators (AND, OR, quotes "") for better results.
Bookmark important pages for quick access.

Use tabs for opening multiple websites.

Understand safe browsing: avoid suspicious links, use HTTPS sites.

Downloading files and managing downloads.

Clear browsing data (cache and cookies) for privacy.

5. Email Basics

Email is used for electronic communication.

Common email providers: Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo.

Compose, send, receive, forward, and reply to emails.

Use CC (Carbon Copy) and BCC (Blind Carbon Copy) fields.

Attach files like documents and images.

Organize emails with folders or labels.

Use email etiquette: clear subject, polite language.

Beware of phishing emails and spam.

Use signatures and auto-reply features.

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MS Word (20 MCQs)

What is the default file extension for MS Word documents?

.docx

Which feature in MS Word helps to check spelling mistakes?

Spell Check

How do you insert a page number in MS Word?

Insert > Page Number

What shortcut key is used to save a document?

Ctrl + S

Which tab contains the ‘Insert Table’ option?

Insert

What does ‘Track Changes’ do in MS Word?

Shows edits made by reviewers

How can you make text bold in MS Word?

Ctrl + B

What is the function of the ‘Header and Footer’ in a document?

Add text or page numbers at the top/bottom of pages

Which view in MS Word shows how the document will look when printed?

Print Layout

Which tool is used to add citations and references?

References tab

What is the default font in MS Word 2016?

Calibri

How can you undo the last action?

Ctrl + Z

Which feature lets you combine text and graphics in a Word document?

Insert Picture

What is the shortcut for copying selected text?

Ctrl + C

Which tab would you use to change page orientation?

Layout

How do you create a bulleted list?

Home tab > Bullets

Which feature allows you to find and replace text?

Find and Replace

What is the use of ‘Format Painter’?

Copy formatting from one part to another

What type of file is created by default when you open MS Word?

Blank document

Which key combination is used to open a new document?

Ctrl + N
MS PowerPoint (20 MCQs)

What is the default file extension for PowerPoint presentations?

.pptx

Which view shows a preview of the slideshow?

Slide Show View

How do you add a new slide?

Ctrl + M

Which tab allows you to add animations?

Animations

What is the purpose of slide transitions?

Visual effects between slides

How can you start the presentation from the first slide?

F5

Which feature helps add speaker notes?

Notes pane

What is the shortcut to duplicate a slide?

Ctrl + D
Which layout is commonly used for titles and content?

Title and Content

What format is used to save PowerPoint for sharing only (no edits)?

PDF

How do you insert a video in a slide?

Insert > Video

What is the purpose of the Slide Master?

To control the design of all slides

How do you move to the next slide during presentation?

Right arrow key

Which file format is used for templates in PowerPoint?

.potx

What happens when you press the ESC key during a slideshow?

Ends the slideshow

Which tab allows adding charts to slides?

Insert
What is the maximum number of slides in a PowerPoint presentation?

No fixed limit

Which feature is used to rehearse timing for slides?

Rehearse Timings

How can you hide a slide during a presentation?

Right-click slide > Hide Slide

Which shortcut key opens the Format Painter?

Ctrl + Shift + C

MS Excel (20 MCQs)

What is the default file extension for Excel files?

.xlsx

How are rows labeled in Excel?

Numbers

How are columns labeled in Excel?

Letters

Which function adds up numbers in Excel?

SUM()
How do you insert a new worksheet?

Click + button or Shift + F11

What does the formula =A1+B1 do?

Adds values of cells A1 and B1

Which shortcut key saves the workbook?

Ctrl + S

What is a cell address?

Combination of column letter and row number

Which feature allows sorting data in Excel?

Sort & Filter

How do you create a chart from data?

Insert > Chart

Which function finds the average of numbers?

AVERAGE()

What does the $ symbol mean in Excel formulas?

Absolute cell reference

Which feature helps to remove duplicate entries?

Remove Duplicates

What is the use of the ‘Freeze Panes’ option?

Keep rows or columns visible while scrolling

How do you apply a filter to data?

Data tab > Filter

What does the IF function do?

Performs conditional logic

Which key combination enters the current date?

Ctrl + ;

How can you rename a worksheet?

Right-click tab > Rename

What is the maximum number of rows in Excel 2016?

1,048,576

How do you hide a column?

Right-click column > Hide

Internet Surfing (20 MCQs)

What does URL stand for?

Uniform Resource Locator

Which protocol is used to access web pages securely?

HTTPS

What is a web browser?

Software to access websites

Which of these is NOT a web browser: Chrome, Firefox, Excel?

Excel

What is a search engine?

Tool to find information on the internet

Which website is an example of a search engine?

Google

How do you open a link in a new tab?

Right-click > Open in new tab

What does the refresh button do in a browser?

Reloads the current webpage

What is a bookmark?

Saved shortcut to a webpage

What does caching do?

Stores data temporarily for faster access

How can you clear browsing history?

Browser settings > Clear browsing data

What is phishing?

Fraudulent attempt to steal info

Which is the safest type of Wi-Fi connection?

Encrypted (WPA2 or WPA3)

What does IP address represent?

Unique address of a device on the internet

What is the purpose of a firewall?

Protects network from unauthorized access

What does VPN stand for?

Virtual Private Network

How do you know a website is secure?

URL starts with https and padlock icon

What is the use of browser cookies?

Store user preferences and login info

What is incognito mode?

Private browsing that doesn’t save history

What does ‘[Link] represent?

Website address

Email (20 MCQs)

What does SMTP stand for?

Simple Mail Transfer Protocol

Which part of an email contains the recipient’s address?

To

What is CC in email?

Carbon Copy (others who receive a copy)

What is BCC in email?

Blind Carbon Copy (hidden recipients)

How do you attach a file to an email?

Click attach button or paperclip icon

What is the purpose of the subject line?

Brief summary of email content

How do you reply to an email?

Click Reply button

What is spam?

Unwanted or junk email

How can you prevent phishing attacks via email?

Avoid clicking suspicious links

What does an email signature do?

Adds contact info automatically

Which email protocol is used for receiving mail?

POP3 or IMAP

How do you forward an email?

Click Forward button

What is an email thread?

Chain of related email messages

What does ‘Reply All’ do?

Sends reply to all recipients

What is the maximum attachment size allowed in most email providers?

Usually 25 MB

What is a draft email?

An email saved but not sent

How do you search emails in your inbox?

Use the search bar

What does “mark as read” mean?

Indicates email has been opened

What is an email filter?

Automates sorting incoming emails

How can you block a sender?

Use block or spam options in email settings

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AI and Modern Computer Concepts MCQs (100)

What does AI stand for?

Artificial Intelligence
What is machine learning?

Training machines to learn from data

What is deep learning?

A subset of machine learning using neural networks

What is a neural network?

A computing system inspired by the human brain

What does NLP stand for?

Natural Language Processing

What is computer vision?

Ability of computers to interpret images and videos

What is supervised learning?

Learning from labeled data

What is unsupervised learning?

Learning from unlabeled data

What is reinforcement learning?

Learning by trial and error with rewards

What is overfitting in machine learning?

When a model performs well on training data but poorly on new data

What is a chatbot?

AI software that simulates human conversation

What is the Turing Test?

Test to measure a machine’s ability to exhibit human-like intelligence

What is big data?

Large and complex datasets requiring advanced processing

What is cloud computing?

Delivering computing services over the internet

What does IoT stand for?

Internet of Things

What is an example of an IoT device?

Smart thermostat

What is edge computing?

Processing data near the source instead of central servers

What is blockchain?

A decentralized ledger for secure transactions

What is a smart contract?

Self-executing contract with terms directly written in code

What is quantum computing?

Computing using quantum bits (qubits) instead of binary bits

What is a qubit?

Basic unit of quantum information

What is GPU used for in AI?

Accelerating neural network training

What is transfer learning?

Reusing a pre-trained model on a new task

What is data mining?

Extracting useful information from large datasets

What is a decision tree?

A flowchart-like tree structure used for decision making

What is a support vector machine?

A supervised learning model used for classification

What is clustering?

Grouping similar data points together

What is a recommendation system?

AI that suggests items based on user behavior

What is computer ethics?

Moral guidelines in computer use and AI development

What is sentiment analysis?

Determining emotional tone from text data

What is speech recognition?

Converting spoken words into text

What is an algorithm?

Step-by-step instructions for solving a problem

What is the difference between AI and ML?

AI is the broader concept, ML is a subset focused on learning from data

What is a convolutional neural network?

A deep learning model used primarily for image recognition

What is a recurrent neural network?

A neural network for sequential data like text

What is overfitting prevention?

Techniques like cross-validation and regularization

What is natural language generation (NLG)?

Automatically generating human-like text

What is the main goal of AI?

To create machines that can perform tasks requiring human intelligence

What is data preprocessing?

Cleaning and organizing data before analysis

What is the ‘black box’ problem in AI?

Difficulty in understanding how some AI models make decisions

What is explainable AI?

AI models that provide understandable reasons for decisions

What is the role of a dataset in ML?

Training data to teach models patterns

What is bias in AI?

Systematic error causing unfair outcomes

What is an artificial general intelligence (AGI)?

AI with human-like cognitive abilities

What is a Turing complete system?

A system capable of performing any computation

What is computer vision used for?

Facial recognition and object detection

What is reinforcement learning reward?

Feedback used to improve learning

What is the difference between classification and regression?

Classification predicts categories; regression predicts continuous values

What is a heuristic?

A rule-of-thumb to speed up problem solving

What is a chatbot’s main purpose?

Answer user questions automatically

What is an API in AI?

Interface to interact with AI models

What is backpropagation?

Algorithm to train neural networks

What is gradient descent?

Optimization method to minimize error

What is data augmentation?

Increasing dataset size by modifying data

What is cross-validation?

Technique to evaluate ML model performance

What is a generative adversarial network (GAN)?

AI model that generates realistic data

What is feature engineering?

Selecting and transforming variables for ML

What is hyperparameter tuning?

Optimizing settings of an ML algorithm

What is tokenization in NLP?

Splitting text into words or phrases

What is a chatbot framework?

Tools to build conversational AI

What is the ‘Internet of Things’ main challenge?

Data security and privacy

What is AI ethics concerned with?

Fairness, transparency, and accountability

What is a digital twin?

Virtual replica of a physical object

What is cloud AI service?

AI tools provided over the cloud

What is an expert system?

AI that mimics human experts

What is supervised vs unsupervised learning difference?

Labeled vs unlabeled data

What is a dataset split in ML?

Dividing data into training and test sets

What is bias-variance tradeoff?

Balancing model complexity and error

What is hyperautomation?

Automating complex business processes using AI

What is a knowledge graph?

Graph database representing relationships

What is semantic analysis?

Understanding meaning in text

What is AI-powered robotics?

Robots with intelligent behaviors

What is the main limitation of AI?

Lack of common sense reasoning

What is an AI accelerator?

Hardware designed for AI tasks

What is a fuzzy logic system?

Reasoning with uncertain data

What is swarm intelligence?

Collective behavior of decentralized systems

What is an autonomous vehicle?

Self-driving car using AI

What is computer-aided design (CAD)?

Software to create 3D models

What is the purpose of a chatbot’s intent recognition?

Understanding user requests

What is the difference between narrow AI and general AI?

Narrow AI does specific tasks; general AI has broad abilities

What is an AI model training epoch?

One full pass through the training dataset

What is the meaning of big O notation?

Describes algorithm efficiency

What is adversarial attack in AI?

Manipulating inputs to fool models

What is a knowledge base?

Repository of information for AI

What is a Turing machine?

Abstract computing model

What is the primary purpose of clustering?

Group data without labels

What is data labeling?

Tagging data with meaningful information

What is a semantic web?

Web of linked data

What is chatbot intent?

Purpose behind user input

What is an LSTM network?

Long Short-Term Memory, a type of RNN

What is AI in healthcare used for?

Disease diagnosis and treatment planning

What is edge AI?

AI processing on local devices

What is a confusion matrix?

Table to evaluate classification model performance

What is transfer learning advantage?

Reduces training time and data needed

What is the role of an activation function in neural networks?

Introduce non-linearity

What is AI bias mitigation?

Techniques to reduce unfair outcomes

What is a pretrained model?

Model trained on large datasets

What is a recommendation algorithm based on?

User behavior and preferences

What is a semantic search?

Search based on meaning rather than keywords

What is AI governance?

Rules and policies for AI use

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