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!
Practice Computers and IT by Category
| C Programming MCQs |
| Computer Fundamentals MCQ |
| Computer Networking MCQs |
| Data Structures & Algorithms MCQs |
| Database MCQs |
| MS Excel MCQs |
| MS Word MCQs |
| Operating System MCQs |
Computers and IT Practice MCQ Question and Answer
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Which type of software is MS Excel?
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What is the function of an operating system?
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Which of the following is an example of system software?
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Which of the following memory is the fastest?
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Which of these is a popular email client?
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Which part of the computer is considered the brain?
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Which of the following is used to identify a website on the internet?
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What does RAM stand for?
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What type of software is antivirus?
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What does GUI stand for?
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Which of the following is a mobile operating system?
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Which technology is used to make telephone calls over the Internet?
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Which of these is not a programming language?
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Which of the following is NOT a valid file extension for images?
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Which type of computer is used by large organizations for bulk data processing?
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Which programming language is primarily used for web development?
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Which of these devices provides output?
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Which company developed the Windows operating system?
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Which of the following is an example of a storage device?
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Fifth generation computer is also known as?
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The brain of any computer system is?
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The computer that process both analog and digital is called?
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A disadvantage of the laser printer is:?
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Which of the following is not true for a magnetic disk?
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Which of the following does not affect the resolution of a video display image?
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The latest PC keyboards use a circuit that senses the movement by the change in its capacitance,
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Different components on the motherboard of a PC processor unit are linked together by sets or parallel electrical conducting lines. What are these lines called?
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Which of the following magazines covers only the IBM PC and its compatibles?
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Which of the following professions has not been affected by personal computers?
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.