COMPUTER PRACTICE SET 1

Q.1

Question: Which of the following is not a type of computer memory?

Options:

1. RAM
2. ROM
3. CPU
4. Cache

Answer: 3. CPU

Explanation: CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the primary component of a computer that performs most of the processing inside a computer. It is not a type of memory. RAM (Random Access Memory), ROM (Read-Only Memory), and Cache are all types of computer memory.

Q.2

Question: Which of the following is not a function of an operating system?

Options:

1. Memory management
2. Process management
3. Data encryption
4. User authentication

Answer: 3. Data encryption

Explanation: Data encryption is a security function typically handled by specialized software or hardware, not a core function of an operating system. Memory management, process management, and user authentication are all core functions of an operating system.

Q.3

Question: Which of the following is not a type of computer network?

Options:

1. LAN
2. WAN
3. MAN
4. VPN

Answer: 4. VPN

Explanation: VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a technology used to create a secure connection over the internet, not a type of computer network itself. LAN (Local Area Network), WAN (Wide Area Network), and MAN (Metropolitan Area Network) are all types of computer networks.

Q.4

Question: Which of the following is not a type of computer virus?

Options:

1. Trojan
2. Worm
3. Adware
4. Antivirus

Answer: 4. Antivirus

Explanation: Antivirus is a software designed to detect and remove viruses and other malware. It is not a type of computer virus. Trojan, Worm, and Adware are all types of malicious software (malware).

Q.5

Question: Which of the following is not a web browser?

Options:

1. Google Chrome
2. Mozilla Firefox
3. Microsoft Edge
4. Adobe Reader

Answer: 4. Adobe Reader

Explanation: Adobe Reader is a software used to view and print PDF files. It is not a web browser. Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge are all popular web browsers.

Q.6

Question: Which of the following is not a programming language?

Options:

1. Python
2. Java
3. HTML
4. Photoshop

Answer: 4. Photoshop

Explanation: Photoshop is a graphics editing software, not a programming language. Python, Java, and HTML are all programming languages.

Q.7

Question: Which of the following is not a database management system?

Options:

1. MySQL
2. Oracle
3. Microsoft SQL Server
4. Microsoft Excel

Answer: 4. Microsoft Excel

Explanation: Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet application, not a database management system. MySQL, Oracle, and Microsoft SQL Server are all database management systems.

Q.8

Question: Which of the following is not a type of computer storage?

Options:

1. SSD
2. HDD
3. USB
4. CPU

Answer: 4. CPU

Explanation: CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the primary component of a computer that performs most of the processing inside a computer. It is not a type of computer storage. SSD (Solid State Drive), HDD (Hard Disk Drive), and USB (Universal Serial Bus) are all types of computer storage.

Q.9

Question: Which of the following is not a type of computer peripheral?

Options:

1. Keyboard
2. Mouse
3. Monitor
4. CPU

Answer: 4. CPU

Explanation: CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the primary component of a computer that performs most of the processing inside a computer. It is not a peripheral device. Keyboard, Mouse, and Monitor are all peripheral devices.

Q.10

Question: Which of the following is not a type of computer software?

Options:

1. Operating System
2. Application Software
3. Firmware
4. Hardware

Answer: 4. Hardware

Explanation: Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system. It is not a type of computer software. Operating System, Application Software, and Firmware are all types of computer software.