1. Reusable optical storage will typically have the acronym ?

CD

DVD

ROM

RW

Answer: RW

Explanation:

Rewritable


2. On a CD-RW you can ?

read and write information

only read information

only write information

read, write and rewrite information

Answer: read, write and rewrite information

Explanation:

On a CD-RW, you can read, write and rewrite information.


3. Which of the following is not an example of hardware ?

Scanner

Printer

Monitor

Interpreter

Answer: Interpreter

Explanation:

Interpreter is not an example of hardware. It is a type of software that translates high-level programming languages into machine language for execution by a computer.


4. DVDs are of which shape ?

Square

Rectangular

Round

Hexagonal

Answer: Round

Explanation:

DVDs (Digital Versatile Discs) are round in shape. DVDs are optical discs that can store large amounts of digital data, such as movies, music, and computer programs. They are similar in appearance to CDs (Compact Discs), but they have a higher storage capacity and can store high-definition video and other large files.


5. Which of the following is the largest unit of storage ?

GB

KB

MB

TB

Answer: TB

Explanation:

The largest unit of storage is "TB" (Terabyte). Therefore, the answer is (d) TB


6. Which of the following is not true about RAM ?

RAM is a temporary storage area

RAM is the same as hard disk storage

RAM is volatile

Information stored in RAM is gone when you turn the computer off

Answer: RAM is the same as hard disk storage

Explanation:

The correct answer is (b) RAM is the same as hard disk storage. RAM (Random Access Memory) and hard disk storage are two different types of computer memory with distinct characteristics and functions.


7. The computer’s processor consists of which of the following parts ?

CPU and Main Memory

Hard Disk and Floppy Drive

Main Memory and Storage

Control Unit and ALU

Answer: Control Unit and ALU

Explanation:

The computer’s processor consists of the Control Unit and ALU (Arithmetic Logic Unit).


8. A directory within a directory is called a __________ ?

Mini Directory

Junior Directory

Part Directory

Sub Directory

Answer: Sub Directory

Explanation:

A directory within a directory is called a subdirectory. In a hierarchical file system, directories can contain other directories as well as files. A subdirectory is simply a directory that is contained within another directory. Subdirectories can be nested within other subdirectories to form complex directory structures, which can help to organize and manage files on a computer system.


9. Which of the following are advantages of CDROM as a storage media ?

CD-ROM is an inexpensive way to store large amount of data and information.

CD-ROM disks retrieve data and information more quickly than magnetic disks do.

CD-ROMs make less errors than magnetic media.

All of these

Answer: All of these

Explanation:

Option (a) and (c) are advantages of CD-ROM as a storage media. CD-ROM is an inexpensive way to store large amounts of data and information and CD-ROMs make fewer errors than magnetic media. Option (b) is not true as magnetic disks generally have faster access times than CD-ROMs. Therefore, the correct answer is (d) All of these.


10. ROM tells the computer to ?

disconnect the computer

start up the operating system

connect to the hardware

turn on

Answer: start up the operating system

Explanation:

ROM stands for Read-Only Memory, which is a type of computer memory that stores data and instructions that cannot be modified. The contents of ROM are typically programmed by the manufacturer and are not intended to be changed by the user. At the time of computer startup, ROM contains the firmware that performs a power-on self-test (POST) and initializes the computer hardware. It then loads the bootstrap program from the boot device (such as a hard drive or floppy disk) into RAM and starts executing it. The bootstrap program, in turn, loads the operating system into RAM and hands over control to it. So, to answer the question, ROM tells the computer to start up the operating system.