GEC ELEc11-pre

What is Information Technology (IT)?

• The study of theoretical computer science

• The use of computers, storage, networking, and physical devices to manage electronic data

• The development of hardware components

• A tool for educational purposes only

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of computers?

• High Speed

• Versatility

• Self-awareness

• Diligence

What is the primary function of a computer's Control Unit (CU)?

• Perform arithmetic operations

• Control all operations of the computer

• Store data permanently

• Connect the computer to the internet

Which of the following devices is considered an output device?

• Keyboard

• Printer

• Scanner

• Mouse

Which technology allows computing services to be delivered over the internet?

• Virtual Private Network (VPN)

• Cloud Computing

• Databases

• Artificial Intelligence

Which of the following is NOT an example of cloud computing?

• Software as a service

• Platform as a service

• Hardware as a service

• Infrastructure as a service

What is the main purpose of cybersecurity?

• To reduce hardware costs

• To improve user experience

• To protect IT systems, networks, and data

• To create faster internet connections

Which component performs the mathematical calculations in a computer?

• Control Unit

• Memory

• Arithmetic Logic Unit

• Input Device

What is the purpose of a firewall in cybersecurity?

• To store data

• To monitor internet speed

• To prevent unauthorized access to a network

• To translate human language into machine language

Which of the following is an example of application software?

• Operating System

• Disk Defragmenter

• MS Word

• Antivirus