MCQ’S Comp Ch#5.2

Why is it important to keep your system software updated?

A) To make your computer look new

B) To prevent overheating

C) To ensure smooth performance and protect from security threats

D) To increase screen brightness

What is the main role of system software in a computer?

A) To act as a link between hardware and application software

B) To allow users to play games

C) To increase internet speed

D) To create websites

Which of the following is a type of system software?

A) Operating System

B) Google Docs

C) VLC Media Player

D) Minecraft

What is a key function of an operating system?

A) Running games in full screen

B) Acting as an intermediary between hardware and applications

C) Increasing battery life

D) Printing documents automatically

Which operating system is developed by Microsoft?

A) Linux

B) macOS

C) iOS

D) Windows

What is a unique feature of macOS?

A) Start menu

B) Mission Control

C) Play Store

D) Command Prompt

Which operating system is open-source and used in many server systems?

A) Android

B) iOS

C) Windows

D) Linux

iOS is developed by which company?

A) Google

B) Microsoft

C) IBM

D) Apple

What is one of the primary functions of an operating system?

A) Designing websites

B) Managing hardware resources

C) Increasing screen brightness

D) Downloading games

10.

Which of the following is NOT a hardware resource managed by the operating system?

A) CPU

B) Memory

C) Disk drives

D) Social media apps

1 out of 4

11.

What does the operating system do when multiple applications are open?

A) Shuts them down

B) Allocates resources to each application

C) Converts them to one app

D) Deletes unnecessary ones

12.

What is the purpose of a user interface provided by the OS?

A) To update antivirus

B) To allow users to interact with the computer

C) To clean the disk

D) To uninstall software

13.

What does GUI stand for?

A) General User Input

B) Graphical User Interface

C) General Unit Interface

D) Graphical Utility Interface

14.

Which of the following is an example of a GUI-based operating system?

A) DOS

B) Linux terminal

C) macOS

D) BIOS

15.

How do users interact with a GUI?

A) By writing code

B) By clicking icons and using menus

C) By connecting external devices

D) By restarting the system frequently

16.

What does CLI stand for?

A) Command Layer Interface

B) Code Line Input

C) Command-Line Interface

D) Computer Language Interface

17.

Which operating systems are examples of CLIs?

A) Windows and macOS

B) Android and iOS

C) Linux and DOS

D) Google Chrome and Safari

18.

What is one advantage of CLI over GUI?

A) Easier for beginners

B) More visual

C) More flexible and powerful

D) Requires no typing

19.

What does the OS do when you open a program like Microsoft Word?

A) Deletes old files

B) Loads the application into memory and allocates resources

C) Opens only in read-only mode

D) Connects it to the internet

20.

What maintenance tasks help keep the operating system running smoothly?

A) Changing wallpapers

B) Watching videos

C) Disk cleanup and virus scans

D) Renaming files

2 out of 4

21.

Which of the following best explains why Disk Cleanup may improve system performance?

A) It upgrades the CPU

B) It permanently deletes important system files

C) It removes redundant temporary files and frees up disk space

D) It increases internet speed

22.

Which scenario would most likely benefit from selective file backups rather than full system backups?

A) System crash recovery

B) Transferring the OS to a new machine

C) Archiving only frequently updated documents

D) Reinstalling the operating system

23.

Which compression format is most commonly used for encrypted archives?

A) EXE

B) TXT

C) ZIP

D) PNG

24.

Why is it advisable to use backup software even when using cloud storage services like Google Drive or OneDrive?

A) Because cloud services don’t offer real-time uploads

B) Because local backup software allows system-level and offline backup

C) Because cloud services are illegal for professional use

D) Because backup software speeds up the internet

25.

Which of the following utility programs is most critical for preventing data loss during system failure?

A) File compressor

B) Disk defragmenter

C) Backup software

D) Media player

26.

When a user receives a suspicious email attachment, what is the most secure sequence of actions?

A) Open the file, then scan it

B) Delete it immediately

C) Disconnect from the internet

D) Run an antivirus scan before opening it

27.

Which of the following best describes the relationship between utility programs and the operating system?

A) Utility programs are part of the BIOS

B) Utility programs replace the OS functions

C) Utility programs extend the capabilities of the OS

D) Utility programs operate independently of system software

28.

Without an appropriate printer driver, what will likely happen when a print command is issued?

A) The printer will not understand the instructions

B) The file will be saved in PDF

C) The computer will restart

D) The printer will install itself automatically

29.

What is the primary reason driver updates are essential for hardware devices?

A) They reduce power usage

B) They ensure compatibility and fix bugs or security issues

C) They offer new GUI skins

D) They remove all device history

30.

What differentiates Plug and Play (PnP) devices from traditional peripherals?

A) PnP devices require no drivers

B) PnP devices self-configure and require minimal user intervention

C) PnP devices are only wireless

D) PnP devices are for gaming only

3 out of 4

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