by bennett.purdy
Step into the intricate world of computers, where silicon circuits and binary code form the backbone of modern technology. This quiz will take you through the fascinating journey of computing, from the early days of mechanical machines to the sophisticated digital systems we rely on today. Sharpen your knowledge and see how well you understand the devices that have revolutionized our world.
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Computers Quiz Questions Overview
1. Who is known as the father of computers?
Charles Babbage
Alan Turing
John von Neumann
Steve Jobs
2. Which company developed the first commercial microprocessor?
Intel
AMD
IBM
Apple
3. What does RAM stand for in computer terminology?
Random Access Memory
Read Access Memory
Run Access Memory
Real-time Access Memory
4. Which programming language is known as the ‘mother of all languages’?
FORTRAN
COBOL
BASIC
C
5. What does the acronym ‘HTTP’ stand for?
HyperText Transfer Protocol
HyperText Transmission Protocol
HyperText Transfer Process
HyperText Transmission Process
6. Which operating system is known for its penguin mascot, Tux?
Linux
Windows
macOS
Unix
7. What is the main function of a computer’s CPU?
To process instructions
To store data
To manage network connections
To display graphics
8. Which company created the first graphical web browser?
Netscape
Microsoft
Apple
NCSA
9. In what year was the World Wide Web introduced to the public?
1991
1989
1993
1995
10. What is the primary purpose of an operating system?
To manage hardware and software resources
To compile code
To design graphics
To run web servers
11. Which of the following is a type of non-volatile memory?
ROM
RAM
Cache
Register
12. What does GUI stand for in computing?
Graphical User Interface
General User Interface
Global User Interface
Graphics Utility Interface
13. Which device is used to connect a computer to a network?
Router
Modem
Switch
Network Interface Card (NIC)
14. What is the name of the first electronic general-purpose computer?
ENIAC
UNIVAC
Colossus
IBM 701
15. Which programming language is primarily used for web development?
JavaScript
Python
C++
Java
16. What is the primary function of a firewall in computer networks?
To block unauthorized access
To speed up network traffic
To manage IP addresses
To store data
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