Quiz of computer and operating system.. this test experiences the student ability to solve the questions efficiently in terms of software engineering and advanced topics like operating system, introduction to computer system, computer networks , computer organization and architecture

1. 1. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a computer?
o A) Capable of performing logic operations
o B) Requires human interaction to function
o C) Stores and processes data
o D) Works independently without instructions
2. The first generation of computers used which technology?
o A) Transistors
o B) Vacuum tubes
o C) Integrated circuits
o D) Microprocessors
3. An example of a disadvantage of using computers is:
o A) Increased productivity
o B) Improved communication
o C) Reliance on software updates
o D) Enhanced creativity
4. Which type of computer is designed for personal use?
o A) Mainframe
o B) Supercomputer
o C) Personal computer
o D) Minicomputer
5. The main memory (RAM) is:
o A) Long-term storage for files
o B) Temporary storage for running programs
o C) External storage device
o D) Input/output device
6. Which unit converts binary data into human-readable form?
o A) CPU

2. o B) ALU
o C) Control Unit
o D) Output device
7. Convert the decimal number 10 to binary:
o A) 1010
o B) 1101
o C) 1000
o D) 0110
8. Convert the binary number 1101 to decimal:
o A) 13
o B) 11
o C) 15
o D) 9
9. Which of the following is NOT a type of operating system?
o A) Batch processing
o B) Real-time
o C) Multi-user
o D) Network
10. What is the main function of an operating system?
o A) Run applications
o B) Manage hardware resources
o C) Connect to the Internet
o D) Scan for viruses
11. Identify a feature of the Windows operating system:
o A) Command line interface only
o B) File system based on directories
o C) Single user system
o D) Open-source software

3. 12. What does the desktop of a Windows system display?
o A) Running applications
o B) Files and folders
o C) System settings
o D) All of the above
13. What does the Start button in Windows do?
o A) Closes running applications
o B) Opens the main menu
o C) Shutdowns the computer
o D) Accesses system tools
14. How do you delete a file in Windows?
o A) Right-click and select "Create New"
o B) Left-click and drag to the Recycle Bin
o C) Press the Delete key on your keyboard
o D) Double-click and open the file
15. What is the function of a folder in Windows?
o A) Run executable programs
o B) Store and organize files
o C) Access the Internet
o D) Edit text documents
16. Which generation of computers used machine learning and
blockchain technology ?
o A) First
o B) Second
o C) Third
o D) Fourth
17. Convert the decimal number 15 to binary:
o A) 1111

4. o B) 1011
o C) 0111
o D) 0011
18. What does the dir command in CMD display?
o A) Running processes
o B) System information
o C) List of files and folders in the current directory
o D) Network connections
19. What is the primary function of an operating system?
o A) Manage hardware resources
o B) Run user applications
o C) Provide internet access
o D) Scan for malware
20. Which is NOT a component of a typical Windows operating
system?
o A) Desktop
o B) Command prompt
o C) File system
o D) Kernel
21. What does the Start button in Windows typically open?
o A) File Explorer
o B) Control Panel
o C) Main menu
o D) Task Manager
22. Which of the following is NOT a type of operating system?
o A) Single-user
o B) Multi-user
o C) Batch processing

5. o D) Standalone
23. What is the difference between RAM and storage devices like
hard drives?
o A) RAM is temporary, storage devices are permanent.
o B) RAM is faster, storage devices are cheaper.
o C) RAM is used for programs, storage devices are for files.
o D) All of the above.
24. What is the purpose of a directory within a file system?
o A) To run applications
o B) To store and organize files
o C) To connect to the network
o D) To configure system settings
25. What does the Control Panel in Windows allow users to do?
o A) Manage files and folders
o B) Change system settings
o C) Install and uninstall programs
o D) All of the above
26. How can you open a file in Windows Explorer?
o A) Double-click the file name
o B) Right-click and select "Open"
o C) Press Enter while the file is highlighted
o D) Any of the above
27. What happens when you delete a file in Windows?
o A) It is permanently erased
o B) It is moved to the Recycle Bin
o C) It is hidden from view
o D) It is corrupted and unusable
28. What is a benefit of using a GUI (Graphical User Interface) like
Windows compared to a command line interface (CLI)?

6. o A) Easier to learn and use for most users
o B) Provides more functionality and control
o C) Faster for experienced users
o D) Requires less system resources
29. What does the Task Manager in Windows show you?
o A) List of running processes and resource usage
o B) System error messages
o C) Network connections
o D) Hardware information
30. What is the main difference between a personal computer (PC)
and a mainframe computer?
o A) PCs are for personal use, mainframes are for large
organizations.
o B) PCs are less powerful, mainframes are more expensive.
o C) PCs have one user, mainframes have multiple users.
o D) All of the above.

7. Unit 1: Introduction to Computers
1. B) Requires human interaction to function
2. B) Vacuum tubes
3. C) Reliance on software updates
4. C) Personal computer
5. B) Temporary storage for running programs
6. D) Output device
7. D) 0110
8. A) 13
Unit 2: Operating Systems
9. D) Network (not a type of OS, but a characteristic)
10. A) Run applications
11. B) File system based on directories
12. D) All of the above
13. B) Opens the main menu
14. B) Left-click and drag to the Recycle Bin
15. B) Store and organize files
1. A) First
2. B) 1011
3. C) List of files and folders in the current directory
4. B) Run user applications
5. D) Kernel (not typically found in user-facing Windows features)
6. C) Main menu
7. D) Standalone (other options are valid OS types)
8. D) All of the above
9. B) To store and organize files
10. D) All of the above
11. Any of the above

8. 12. B) It is moved to the Recycle Bin
13. A) Easier to learn and use for most users
14. A) List of running processes and resource usage
15. D) All of the above