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
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| 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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What is the responsibility of the logical unit in the CPU of a computer?
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The secondary storage devices can only store data but they cannot perform?
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Which of the printers used in conjunction with computers uses dry ink power?
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Which of the following produces the best quality graphics reproduction?
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Which of the following memories allows simultaneous read and write operations?
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Which of the following memories has the shortest access times?
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A 32 bit microprocessor has the word length equal to?
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An error in computer data is called?
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A set of information that defines the status of resources allocated to a process is?
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Any method for controlling access to or use of memory is known?
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A type of core store that has a lower access time than the devices used for working store in the same processor is known as?
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Which of the following is an acronym for electronic delay storage automatic calculator?
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Which of the following is form of semi conductor memory in which it is possible to change the contents of selected memory locations by applying suitable electrical signals?
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A disk storage medium in the form of an assembly containing a single rigid magnetic disk permanently is?
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A memory that is capable of determining whether a given datum is contained in one of its address is?
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A method of implementing a memory management system is?
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A plastic card similar to a credit card but having some memory and a microprocessor embedded within it is?
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A device that operates under the control of another device is called?
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Actual data processing operations are performed in the arithmetic logic section, but not in the .... Storage section of a processor unit?
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The use of spooler programs and/or .... Hardware allows personal computer operators to do the processing work at the same time a printing operation is in progress?
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Which most popular input device is used today for interactive processing and for the one line entry of data for batch processing?
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The number of characters that can be stored in given physical space is?
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The storage capacity of a disk system depends on the bits per inch of track and the tracks per inch of?
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The disk drive component used to position read/write heads over a specific track I known as?
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Condensing output data to exhibit specific information is?
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Which chips using special external equipment can reprogram?
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A storage device where the access time is depended upon the location of the data is?
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Which number system is commonly used as a shortcut notation for groups of four binary digits?
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Interface electronic circuit is used to interconnect I/O devices to a computer's CPU or?
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.