Computers and IT – GK Questions and Answers (MCQs)

In today’s tech-driven world, basic computer knowledge is no longer optional — it’s essential. From sending emails to using digital banking or filling out online applications, computers play a major role in everyday life. That’s why questions on Computers and Information Technology (IT) have become a regular part of competitive exams and government job interviews.

This section is specially designed to help you build your computer awareness through topic-wise MCQs that are useful for students, job aspirants, and professionals preparing for exams like SSC, IBPS, SBI, UPSC, CDS, NDA, Railways, Teaching, and more. Whether you're from a technical background or just brushing up on basics, practicing these questions will help you score better and stay updated.

What you will learn in Computer GK:

Computer’s basic parts consist of input, output, storage and processing. In the basic Computer GK test section, you will learn the conceptual questions on number systems, different generations of computer, computer’s hardware and software, I/O devices, computer memory etc. 

Start preparing for your upcoming government exams with Computer & IT GK and boost your confidence one quiz at a time!

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Computers and IT Practice MCQ Question and Answer

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Long text can be broken down into many lines within a cell. You can do this through


542
You can auto fit the width of column by


543
The default font used in Excel is


544
The default font size in Excel worksheet is


545
What happens if you remove the check mark from Row & Column headers on Options dialog box?


546
Which of the following cannot be hidden from Tools >> Options then View tab?


547
The minimum and maximum value you can set for Save Auto Recovery Info in Excel are


548
When you enter Sunday and fill right, Excel fill in with Monday, Tuesday and so on. From where Excel knows what to fill in next?


549
How many recent files you can display on File menu at maximum?


550
When you start typing the same value as of some cells on same column, Excel automatically shows that text. This feature is known as


551
By default the cell pointer moves down when you press Enter. From where can you change this setting?


552
You can set Excel in Automatic or Manual calculation mode. If it is in manual mode which key you will press to update the formula values?


553
Which of the following is not What IF analysis tool in Excel?


554
To apply Goal Seek command your cell pointer must be in


555
Which of the following tool you will use in Excel to see what must be the value of a cell to get required result?


556
Excel is a good application for What IF analysis. Which of the following tool help you for this?


557
Which of the following options is not available to remove arrows of Formula Auditing?


558
The arrows created by Auditing can be removed by


559
Which of the following is invalid regarding the Protection in Excel?


560
It is acceptable to let long text flow into adjacent cells on a worksheet when


561
Which command will you choose to convert a column of data into row?


562
Which of the following option is not available in Paste Special dialog box?


563
What happens when you press Ctrl + X after selecting some cells in Excel?


564
Which of the following Excel screen components can NOT be turned on or off?


565
How can you show or hide the gridlines in Excel Worksheet?


566
Where can you change automatic or manual calculation mode in Excel?


567
You want to set such that when you type Baishakh and drag the fill handle, Excel should produce Jestha, Aashadh and so on. What will you set to effect that?


568
How can you update the values of formula cells if Auto Calculate mode of Excel is disabled?


569
You can merge the main document with data source in Excel. In mail merge operation, Word is usually


570
Which of the following is not the correct method of editing the cell content?



Benefits of Practicing Computer & IT GK MCQs

  • Frequently Asked in Exams: Computer awareness questions are commonly seen in Banking, SSC, Railways, Teaching, and other government exams.
  • Score-Boosting Section: A well-prepared computer section can help you improve your overall score with less effort.
  • Helpful in Interviews: Demonstrating digital knowledge is an advantage in interviews and group discussions, especially for roles requiring basic computer skills.
  • Builds Strong Fundamentals: Practicing MCQs regularly helps strengthen your understanding of key computer and IT concepts.
  • Easy to Remember: Repeated quiz practice improves memory retention, especially for definitions, shortcuts, and abbreviations.