Computer Science Quiz

What does the term "Binary" refer to in computer science?

• A type of digital error

• A method of data sampling

• A way of representing information using only two options

• A protocol for sending data

What is a "Byte" in computing?

• A process for reducing the number of bits

• The maximum amount of data that can be sent in a fixed amount of time

• A single unit of information in a computer, typically represented as a 0 or 1

• The single unit of information in a computer, typically represented as 8 bits

Which of the following best describes "Decimal"?

• A way of representing information using two options

• A way of representing information using ten options

• A type of error from attempting to represent a number that is too large

• A process for creating a digital representation of analog data

What is meant by "Overflow Error"?

• Error from a device running out of memory

• Error from attempting to represent a number that is too precise

• Error from attempting to represent a number that is too large

• Error from data being lost during transmission

What is the purpose of "Sampling" in digital data processing?

• To increase the speed of data transmission

• To create a digital representation of analog data by measuring the analog data at regular intervals called samples

• To compress files into smaller sizes

• To encrypt data for secure transmission

What is the purpose of the Domain Name System (DNS)?

• To translate domain names like example.com into IP addresses

• To increase the speed of Internet connections

• To monitor and control Internet traffic

• To encrypt data sent over the Internet

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'Redundancy' in computer networks?

• The inclusion of extra components so that a system can continue to work even if individual components fail

• The process of removing unnecessary data from the network

• The method of compressing data to fit through a network

• The technique of speeding up data transfer rates

What is the primary function of Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)?

• To transmit web pages over the Internet

• To provide secure connections between local networks

• To store data in cloud services

• To create digital interfaces for user interaction

Which programming concept involves two programmers switching roles of writing code and tracking or planning high level progress?

• Debugging

• Sequential Programming

• Pair Programming

• Documentation

What is a 'Function' in programming?

• A command that executes the code within a function

• A type of variable used to store data

• A data type that is either true or false

• A named group of programming instructions