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Q1Computer · MS-Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)UPPCL Technician Grade-II 2023
Which of the following statements about a table in MS-Word is FALSE?
Answer: D) Two diagonal cells of a table can be merged.
In MS-Word, you can only merge adjacent (consecutive) horizontal or vertical cells. Diagonal cells are not adjacent, so there is no option to merge them in MS-Word's table tools. The number of rows and columns can be odd or even; there is no restriction on that. -
Q2Computer · Internet & E-MailUPPCL Executive Assistant 2022
Which of the following is used to search for an article or content on a specific website in the Google search engine?
Answer: C) Colon (:)
In Google search, the colon (:) operator is used with the site keyword to search for content on a specific website. By using the syntax site:example.com "search term", you can restrict your search results to pages only from that particular domain. This makes the search more 'precise' and targeted. -
Q3Computer · Operating SystemRRB NTPC (Graduate Level) CBT-1 2025
In many Windows applications, pressing Alt + Spacebar typically invokes which of the following?
Answer: C) The system menu for the current window (containing options like Move, Size, Minimize, Maximize, Close)
In Windows OS, pressing Alt + Spacebar opens the system menu for the currently active window.
This menu contains options like Move, Size, Minimize, Maximize, and Close, allowing users to control the window without using the mouse.
It's especially useful when the title bar is hidden or inaccessible. -
Q4Computer · Organization of ComputerRRB NTPC 2026
Which metric indicates the average number of instructions a CPU executes per clock cycle?
Answer: A) IPC (Instructions Per Cycle)
IPC (Instructions Per Cycle) is the metric that shows the average number of instructions a CPU executes in one clock cycle .
It is an important measure of CPU efficiency , because a processor with higher IPC can do more work in the same cycle.
Clock speed tells how fast the cycles occur, but IPC tells how much work is done in each cycle.
Therefore, the correct answer is IPC (Instructions Per Cycle) . -
Q5Computer · Computer Hardware (Input/Output, Buses & Ports)RRB NTPC (Graduate Level) CBT-1 2025
Which of the following devices can function as both input and output devices?
निम्नलिखित में से कौन सी डिवाइस इनपुट और आउटपुट डिवाइस दोनों के रूप में कार्य कर सकती है?
Answer: A) Touch Screenटच स्क्रीन
Answer: Touch Screen -
Q6Computer · Computer Hardware (Input/Output, Buses & Ports)SSC CGL Tier-II 2025
When comparing HDMI and DisplayPort, which feature is unique to the DisplayPort architecture?
Answer: D) Daisy Chaining (MST)
The correct answer is (d) Daisy Chaining (MST).
DisplayPort supports Multi-Stream Transport (MST), which allows multiple monitors to be connected in a daisy chain from a single DisplayPort output. HDMI does not natively support this feature. -
Q7Computer · Operating SystemUPPCL Technician Grade-II 2021
What is the expanded form of GUI?
Answer: C) Graphical User Interface
GUI stands for Graphical User Interface. It is a user interface that allows users to interact with computers through graphical elements like icons, buttons, and menus. This makes it more userfriendly compared to command-line interfaces and is the standard for modern operating systems. -
Q8Computer · MS-Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)SSC Delhi Police Constable 2023
In MS Excel 365, what will be the cell address of the cell located two columns to the right and three rows below cell D7?
Answer: C) F10
Moving two columns right from column D reaches column F (D→E→F). Moving three rows down from row 7 reaches row 10 (7+3). Therefore, the resulting cell address becomes F10. -
Q9Computer · Introduction to ComputerUPPCL Technician Grade-II 2021
Which of the following was used in the second generation of computers?
Answer: B) Transistor
Second generation computers (1956-1963) used transistors instead of first-generation vacuum tubes. Transistors made computers smaller, faster, more reliable, and energy-efficient compared to their predecessors, marking a significant technological advancement. -
Q10Computer · MS-Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)UPPCL Executive Assistant 2022
In MS-Outlook 365 desktop version, which of the following options cannot be used to select a file attachment while composing an email?
Answer: C) Browse internet
In MS-Outlook 365, while attaching a file, you can use options like 'Browse this PC', 'Browse web locations' (such as OneDrive), and 'Recent items'. However, 'Browse internet' is not a valid option because it does not provide a direct method to attach files from the internet within the email composition window. -
Q11Computer · Computer Hardware (Input/Output, Buses & Ports)Allahabad High Court RO 2016
Which of the following categories of mouse uses a laser for detecting the movement of the mouse?
Answer: D) Optical mouse
An optical mouse uses a laser or LED light to detect movement. It captures thousands of images per second of the surface and analyzes the differences between them to move the pointer. This contrasts with mechanical or optomechanical mice, which rely on a physical rolling ball for tracking movement. -
Q12Computer · Operating SystemRRB NTPC (Undergraduate)
Which key combination is used to permanently delete a file without sending it to the Recycle Bin?
किसी फ़ाइल को रीसायकल बिन (Recycle Bin) में भेजे बिना उसे स्थाई रूप से डिलीट करने के लिए किस कुंजी संयोजन का उपयोग किया जाता है?
Answer: C) Shift + DeleteShift + Delete
Answer: Shift + Delete -
Q13Computer · Internet & E-MailBPSC TRE 3.0 Classes 11-12 2024
Which protocol is used to send email over the Internet?
Answer: B) SMTP
The SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) is used to send email over the Internet. It is the standard protocol for transferring email messages between mail servers. FTP is used for file transfer, and HTTP is used for web pages. -
Q14Computer · Virus & Cyber SecurityRRB Group D 2018
Preventing cyber attacks on government services, which Union Minister launched the first ‘NIC-CERT’ in New Delhi?
Answer: D) Ravi Shankar Prasad
The first ‘NIC-CERT’ (National Informatics Centre - Computer Emergency Response Team) was launched to prevent cyber attacks on government services.
This initiative was launched in New Delhi by the Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad.
NIC-CERT is responsible for cyber security and responding to cyber threats targeting government networks. -
Q15Computer · Introduction to ComputerRRB NTPC (Undergraduate)
A computer lab server handles login requests from many students at the same time without confusion. Which characteristic does this scenario mainly highlight? A computer lab server handles login requests from many students at the same time without confusion. Which characteristic does this scenario mainly highlight?
Answer: C) Multitasking and reliability
Topic: Computer Characteristics
Scenario Analysis:
Server handles multiple login requests simultaneously
No confusion = processes run without errors
Key Characteristics:
Multitasking: Handling many requests at same time
Reliability: Working without confusion/errors
Other options don't fit:
Memory/Versatility/Portability not relevant here
Answer: Option 3 → Multitasking and reliability -
Q16Computer · Computer Hardware (Input/Output, Buses & Ports)RRB NTPC Stage-I 2021
Track ball falls into which of the following categories?
Answer: C) Input device
A trackball is an input device because it is used to enter data and instructions into the computer. It converts the movement of a ball rotated by the user into digital signals to control the cursor, functioning similarly to a mouse. -
Q17Computer · Operating SystemUPSSSC Junior Engineer 2022
Which of the following involves the execution of various tasks, such as creation of processes, scheduling of processes, management of deadlocks, and termination of the processes?
Answer: B) Process Management
All the tasks mentioned in the question process creation, scheduling, deadlock management, and process termination are directly associated with process management. This is the operating system component responsible for handling all aspects of a process's lifecycle from creation to termination. -
Q18Computer · Computer Hardware (Input/Output, Buses & Ports)RRB NTPC 2016
In which of the following devices is a gyroscope used?
Answer: B) Computer mouse
A gyroscope is a device that measures angular velocity or orientation. It is used in modern computer mice, especially air mice or gaming mice, to detect the motion and tilt of the mouse in the air, thereby helping to control the cursor movement on the screen. -
Q19Computer · MemoryRRB NTPC Stage-I 2021
What is the storage capacity of a 3.5-inch floppy disk?
Answer: B) 1.44 MB
The standard storage capacity of a 3.5-inch floppy disk is 1.44 MB. This is the high-density (HD) format disk that uses magnetic media to store data. This capacity is determined by the number of tracks and sectors on the disk. -
Q20Computer · Computer Hardware (Input/Output, Buses & Ports)UPSSSC Computer Operator 2020
The technology used by the banking or other financial industry for the rapid processing of checks is
Answer: C) MICR
MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) technology is specifically used in banking for high-speed check processing. It reads characters printed with a special magnetic ink, enabling accurate recognition of check numbers, account numbers, and routing information, which ensures efficiency and reduces fraud in financial transactions.
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