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

631
A bookmark is an item or location in document that you identify as a name for future reference. Which of the following task is accomplished by using bookmarks?


632
Why Drop Caps are used in document?


633
Thesaurus tool in MS Word is used for


634
The minimum number of rows and columns in MS Word document is


635
Which of the following function key activates the speller?


636
What is the purpose of inserting header and footer in document?


637
A character that is raised and smaller above the baseline is known as


638
The keystrokes Ctrl + I is used to


639
Which of the following is graphics solution for Word Processors?


640
What is the maximum font size you can apply for any character?


641
What is the smallest and largest font size available in Font Size tool on formatting toolbar?


642
How many columns can you insert in a word document in maximum?


643
What is the shortcut key you can press to create a copyright symbol?


644
What is the maximum number of lines you can set for a drop cap?


645
What does EXT indicator on status bar of MS Word indicate?


646
How can you disable extended selection mode?


647
What happens if you press Ctrl + Shift + F8?


648
Which of the following is the second step in creating a macro?


649
AutoCorrect was originally designed to replace _________ words as you type.


650
When assigning a shortcut key to a symbol, you should always try to select a key or key combination that is:


651
Which of the following symbol sets would be most likely to contain a mathematical symbol such as a degree sign, greater than or equal to, or a Greek letter?


652
Where can you change the vertical alignment?


653
Which of the following statement is false?


654
When inserting Page number in footer it appeared 1 but you wish to show a. How can you do that?


655
After typing header text, how can you quickly enter footer text?


656
From which menu you can insert Header and Footer?


657
Which of the following line spacing is invalid?


658
How can you increase the font size of selected text by one point every time?


659
What happens if you mark on Hidden check box of Font dialog box after you select some text?


660
What does Ctrl + = key effect?



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.