Basic Computer Literacy Practice Test

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• Which of the following is NOT a part of the information processing cycle?
• Also known as the backbone or roadmap of a computer.
• Which statement accurately describes a Windows file path like C:\Users\Name\Documents?
• What is the main difference between RAM and a hard drive?
• What term describes a multimedia application that uses 3-D graphics to create a realistic simulation?
• A tiny picture on the screen that represents a program, file, or folder is called a?
• Which of the following is a storage device?
• Name an accessibility feature that helps keyboard users.
• Which action is performed by the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V?
• A computer's permanent memory is called ___?
• What term describes taking information from one source and bringing it to your computer?
• What term describes a tiny graphic that represents a program or file?
• Which statement best defines Artificial Intelligence?
• What does Wi-Fi stand for?
• Before opening any email attachment from an unknown sender, you should:
• Which memory type holds program instructions after power is off and is used during startup?
• What term describes the global network that interconnects many computers via various transmission media?
• What parameter is used to specify data transfer speed?
• Which action helps protect online accounts from unauthorized access?
• Which statement best describes the role of a file extension?
• What is the 3-2-1 backup rule?
• Which memory type is erased when power is removed?
• Which statement best defines cloud storage?
• A document that helps you organize data in rows and columns of cells is a
• What is malware?
• The main display device used to view computer output is the:
• To download a file is to receive it from another computer, over a network, and save it on your own computer or disk.
• What is the purpose of a file extension such as .docx or .xlsx?
• What is the process of obtaining data from another computer over a network and saving it on your own device called?
• A group of computers connected together is a ____.
• Which value uniquely identifies a device on a network?
• Which technology enables live, real-time conversations with people in different locations?
• What code was developed to allow computers to interchange information?
• The four parts of the information processing cycle are which of the following?
• What makes a strong password?
• Which statement best describes a digital footprint?
• Which of the following is an output device?
• Which action is performed by the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+X?
• Which action would you perform to change a file's name without changing its contents?
• The acronym LAN stands for which of the following?
• Which of the following is non-volatile storage used for long-term data?
• Which security feature helps prevent unauthorized access to a network?
• Which term is associated with the signaling rate of a communication channel?
• To locate information about United States history on the Internet, you would use a ___.
• Which component serves as the central circuit board inside a computer that houses the CPU, memory, and controllers?
• In macOS, which feature is used to search for files, apps, and information on the computer?
• What is the main output device of a computer?
• In Linux, what is a distribution (distro)?
• Which keyboard key is used to indent the first paragraph in a document?
• Which storage device is non-volatile and is typically used for long-term data storage?
• The illegal entry into a computer system with intent to change a computer's hardware or software to something other than the creator's original purpose.
• What is another common shorthand term for a Linux distribution?
• Which category of software manages hardware resources and runs programs?
• Which of the following statements about PDFs is true?
• What are the programs that run on a computer called?
• Which term refers to the set of codes used to build web pages that browsers interpret?
• Which term describes the speed of information transmission over a communication channel?
• LCD stands for which term?
• On a computer monitor, what is a tiny dot of light called?
• DOCX files are typically used for which type of content?
• A sealed case containing platters or disks that rotate at high speed, writing new data to them and reading existing data from them.
• Which statement correctly defines a LAN?
• What is real-time collaboration in cloud apps?
• What do you call a collection of programs that perform tasks for users, such as word processing or games?
• Which type of software secretly collects data about a user over the Internet for advertising purposes?
• What is the term for the temporary storage area that holds data while programs run and is erased when power is off?
• Which hardware component is required to connect a device to a network?
• Which statement best describes Safe Mode?
• What is the Start Menu in Windows used for?
• What is the difference between deleting a file and emptying the Recycle Bin (Windows)?
• Which pair correctly matches the term with its meaning?
• A device that blocks unauthorized access to a local area network that resides on the server that acts as a gateway to the Internet so that the network is never in direct contact with the Internet.
• The brain of the computer that processes data and executes software instructions is called the
• What is a software update?
• Which encoding standard assigns numeric codes to characters to enable computer communication?
• Which statement about RAM is accurate?
• Which unit is used to measure hard drive capacity?
• What is a router's job in a home network?
• Which statement about RAM is true?
• What is a digital footprint?
• If a formula using relative references is copied from one row to another, what happens to the references?
• Your multimedia presentation contains copyrighted material. Before publishing, what should you do?
• Which file extension is typical for editable text documents created by most word processors (.docx)?
• A area on a web page that, when highlighted and clicked on, will take you to another location on the web.
• What is the address or URL of a website commonly called?
• What term describes using electronic devices to send or post hurtful or embarrassing messages about someone?
• Which unit equals about one billion bytes?
• Which one is a storage device?
• Why is keeping antivirus software up to date important?
• Changing the picture elements of a computer image requires you to:
• Which feature lets you store a link for quick access later?
• What does the SUM function do in a spreadsheet?
• Which software is designed to detect and remove malicious programs from a computer?
• Windows, Ubuntu, and Linux are known as ___?
• Which statement best indicates printer readiness in a typical setup?
• Which statement about PDFs is true?
• Which keyboard shortcut copies the selected item in Windows?
• Which of the following is an output device?
• Why should you install operating system updates promptly?
• In a word processor, what does bold formatting do?
• Which internet service maps domain names to numeric IP addresses?
• Which option is considered system software?
• What is an IP address?
• What is the purpose of backups?
• What is the role of DNS in internet communication?
• Which of the following is a typical purpose of a software update?
• What is the primary function of the CPU in a computer?
• What does RAM stand for, and what is its primary function?
• Are folders and directories the same in most operating systems?
• Which is the main input device used to enter text into a computer?
• What is a password manager used for?
• A non-profit organization would include which suffix in its domain name?
• Which Windows feature is primarily used to quickly locate files and apps?
• To examine and repair computer issues with hardware, software, connections and electronic communications.
• The risk of unauthorized computer system access can be reduced by which security measure?
• Which term describes a security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic to protect a network?
• Which OS feature provides a graphical interface for user interaction?
• What technology would you use to have a live conversation with someone in another location?
• A unit of measure equal to 1,073,741,824 bytes, which is about one billion bytes
• A website can have many pages; the first page is called the
• What is a slide layout in presentation software?
• What is a common first step in troubleshooting a computer issue?
• In cloud-based work, what is a primary benefit of real-time collaboration?
• Which statement best describes HTTPS?
• What is the first page of a website called if given options Start Page, Front Page, Index Page, and Home Page?
• Which phrase best defines a LAN?
• What is an example of a multimedia software program?
• LCD stands for this:
• CD-ROM stands for ___.
• Which term describes diagnosing and fixing computer problems?
• Which term refers to a device that stores and retrieves data on disk media?
• Which statement describes an absolute cell reference?
• Which statement best describes a PDF?
• Which set of codes tells a browser how to place information, graphics, and links on a web page?
• In Windows, what does the term 'C:\Users\Name\Documents' describe?
• Which formula sums the values in cells A1 through A5 in a spreadsheet?
• Information on a computer is stored as what?
• Which key is commonly used to move the cursor to the next tab stop in a document?
• What keyboard shortcut pastes the previously copied item in Windows?
• What is the purpose of browser cookies?
• Netiquette describes guidelines for online behavior.
• What is the purpose of browser cookies?
• Which statement about backups is true?
• In spreadsheets, what is the difference between relative and absolute cell references?
• What is a cell in a spreadsheet?
• Which term refers to the speed at which information is transmitted?
• Which word is another term for a computer program?
• The process computers use to solve problems and make decisions that are commonly made by humans.
• An organized collection of information that you can add, delete, and change data is a
• What is the main input device of a computer?
• Which option describes the core software that manages hardware resources?
• Which software provides an interface between the user and the hardware?
• Why should you install operating system updates promptly?
• What is phishing?
• Examples of input/output devices such as keyboards, mice, printers, scanners, and monitors are collectively known as?
• Which computer component executes instructions and performs calculations?
• Which statement about HTTPS is true?
• Rules of proper behavior on the Internet are called ____.
• Which action is performed by the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+C?
• What should you do before opening an email attachment from an unknown sender?
• When might you use Safe Mode?
• Which type of software is used for general tasks such as word processing or creating spreadsheets?
• Millions of computers around the world connected to each other by networks of telephone wire, cable, and satellites.
• What is the purpose of browser bookmarks/favorites?
• What is the smallest unit of information in computing?