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Chapter
01 Computer System
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS
1. What is the main function of an operating system in a computer system?
a. To provide internet connectivity b. To manage hardware and
software resources
c. To design software applications d. To store data permanently
2. Which of the following is considered the "brain" of a computer system?
a. RAM b. Hard Disk Drive
c. CPU d. Monitor
3. Which type of memory is non-volatile and retains data even when the
computer is powered off?
a. RAM b. Cache
c. ROM d. Virtual Memory
4. What is the purpose of a motherboard in a computer system?
a. To cool the system
b. To connect and allow communication between all hardware components
c. To store large amounts of data d. To display graphics
5. Which of the following is an example of an input device in a computer system?
a. Printer b. Monitor
c. Keyboard d. Speaker
6. What does the term "bus" refer to in the context of computer system
architecture?
a. A software program
b. A pathway for data transfer between components
c. A type of storage device d. A user interface
7. Which of the following best describes a multi-core processor?
a. A processor with a single core running multiple programs

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b. A processor with multiple cores, each capable of executing tasks

independently
c. A processor designed only for graphics processing
d. A processor that only works with one operating system
8. What is the role of the BIOS in a computer system?
a. To manage network connections
b. To initialize hardware during the boot process
c. To run application software d. To store user files
9. Which of the following is a characteristic of a client-server computer system?
a. All devices have equal processing power
b. A central server provides services to client devices
c. It does not require a network connection
d. It only supports single-user applications
10. What is virtual memory in a computer system?
a. A type of physical storage device
b. A technique that uses a portion of the hard drive as temporary memory
c. A memory chip dedicated to graphics processing
d. A cloud-based storage system
11. What is the primary goal of system usability?
a. To increase the system’s processing speed
b. To ensure the system is easy to use, efficient, and satisfying for users
c. To reduce the cost of hardware components
d. To maximize the number of features in a device
12. Which of the following is a key principle of usability in user interface design?
a. Adding as many features as possible
b. Ensuring consistency in design elements
c. Using complex navigation menus
d. Requiring users to read a manual before use
13. What does the term “learnability” refer to in the context of device usability?
a. The ability of a device to perform complex computations

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b. How easily a user can understand and use a system for the first time
c. The durability of a device over time
d. The speed at which a device processes data
14. What does the term “affordance” mean in user interface design?
a. The cost of developing a user interface
b. The visual cues that suggest how an object should be used
c. The speed of user interactions
d. The storage capacity of a device
15. Why is user feedback important in improving system usability?
a. It helps increase the system’s processing power
b. It identifies user needs and pain points to improve design
c. It determines the system’s hardware specifications
d. It reduces the need for software updates
16. What is the primary goal of system security?
a. To increase system performance
b. To protect data and resources from unauthorized access and threats
c. To enhance user interface design d. To reduce hardware costs
17. Which of the following is an example of a strong password?
a. password123 b. MyName2025
c. K9#mP$zQ8vT d. 12345678
18. What is malware?
a. Software that enhances system performance
b. Malicious software designed to harm or exploit a system
c. A type of hardware firewall d. A user authentication method
19. What does a firewall do in a computer system?
a. Scans for viruses in files
b. Monitors and controls network traffic based on security rules
c. Encrypts data stored on the hard drive
d. Backs up system files automatically

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20. Which authentication method uses something the user is, such as a
fingerprint?
a. Password-based authentication b. Token-based authentication
c. Biometric authentication d. Two-factor authentication
21. What is phishing in the context of device security?
a. A method to physically steal a device
b. A social engineering attack to trick users into revealing sensitive
information
c. A type of encryption algorithm
b. d. A technique to speed up network connections
22. What is the purpose of encryption in system security?
a. To compress data for storage
b. To convert data into an unreadable format to protect it from
unauthorized access
c. To increase the speed of data transfer
b. d. To remove viruses from a system
23. Which of the following is a common type of malware that locks files and
demands payment?
a. Spyware b. Adware
c. Ransomware d. Worm
24. What does the term “patch” refer to in system security?
a. A hardware upgrade for a device
b. A software update to fix security vulnerabilities
c. A type of physical lock for devices d. A backup of system data
25. What is two-factor authentication (2Fa)?
a. Using two different passwords for the same account
b. Requiring two forms of identification, like a password and a code sent to
a phone
c. Encrypting data twice for extra security
d. d. Backing up data on two separate devices
26. What is the primary goal of accessibility in system and device design?
a. To increase processing speed for all users

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b. To ensure systems are usable by people with diverse abilities and

disabilities
c. To reduce the cost of software development
d. d. To limit access to authorized users only
27. Which of the following is an example of an assistive technology for visually
impaired users?
a. A high-resolution monitor b. A screen reader
c. A faster processor d. A noise-canceling microphone
28. What does WCAG stand for in the context of accessibility?
a. Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
b. World Computer Access Group
c. Web Configuration and Analysis Guide
d. d. Wireless Connectivity and Access Guidelines
29. Which feature improves accessibility for users with motor impairments?
a. Complex multi-step navigation menus
b. Keyboard shortcuts and navigation
c. Small, closely spaced buttons d. High-contrast color schemes
30. What is the purpose of alternative text (alt textc. in web accessibility?
a. To increase website loading speed
b. To describe images for users who cannot see them
c. To encrypt sensitive data
d. d. To optimize search engine rankings
31. Which of the following is a principle of the WCAG guidelines?
a. Perceivable b. Programmable
c. Portable d. Profitable
32. How does closed captioning enhance accessibility for a device?
a. It improves video playback speed
b. It provides text for audio content for users with hearing impairments
c. It enhances video resolution
d. It reduces data usage for streaming
33. What is a benefit of designing systems with high-contrast color schemes?

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a. It reduces battery consumption

b. It improves readability for users with visual impairments
c. It increases system processing speed
d. It simplifies software coding
34. Which accessibility feature allows users with mobility issues to control a
device using voice commands?
a. Touchscreen gestures b. Voice recognition software
c. Haptic feedback d. Screen magnification
35. Why is it important to test accessibility during system development?
a. To ensure the system runs faster
b. To identify and fix barriers that prevent users with disabilities from using
the system
c. To reduce the need for user training
d. d. To increase the system’s storage capacity
36. What is the primary focus of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) ?
a. Improving hardware performance
b. Designing systems that are intuitive and effective for human users
c. Reducing software development costs
d. Enhancing network security
37. Which of the following is a core principle of user-centered design in HCI?
a. Prioritizing system speed over user needs
b. Involving users throughout the design and development process
c. Using complex interfaces to showcase technology
d. Limiting user feedback to reduce development time
38. What does the term “affordance” mean in HCI?
a. The cost of designing an interface
b. Visual or functional cues that indicate how to interact with an object
c. The speed of user interactions d. The storage capacity of a device
39. Which of the following is an example of an HCI evaluation method?
a. Measuring CPU performance
b. Conducting a usability test with real users

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c. Testing network bandwidth d. Analyzing power consumption

40. What is the purpose of a “persona” in HCI design?
a. To encrypt user data
b. To represent a typical user to guide design decisions
c. To optimize system hardware d. To automate software testing
41. Which HCI principle ensures that users can easily recover from mistakes?
a. Consistency b. Error prevention
c. Error recovery d. Complexity
42. What is the role of feedback in HCI?
a. To increase system storage capacity
b. To inform users about the result of their actions
c. To reduce software installation time
d. To enhance network connectivity
43. Which of the following is a common input method in HCI for touchscreen
devices?
a. Command-line interface b. Gesture-based interaction
c. Hardware diagnostics d. File encryption
44. What is a “heuristic evaluation” in HCI?
a. A method to test hardware durability
b. An expert review of an interface using usability principles
c. A technique to measure system speed
d. A process to compress data files
45. Which of the following enhances accessibility in HCI?
a. Using small fonts and low-contrast colors
b. Providing keyboard navigation for users with motor impairments
c. Requiring complex gestures for basic tasks
d. Limiting user feedback options
46. What does usability in HCI primarily aim to achieve?
a. Maximizing system processing speed
b. Ensuring systems are intuitive, efficient, and satisfying for users

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c. Reducing hardware costs

d. Increasing the number of system features
47. Which of the following is a key component of usability according to Nielsen’s
usability heuristics?
a. Aesthetic and minimalist design b. High system storage capacity
c. Complex navigation structures d. Frequent software updates
48. What does “learnability” refer to in the context of usability?
a. The speed at which a system processes data
b. How easily a user can learn to use a system effectively
c. The durability of a device’s hardware
d. The ability to encrypt user data
49. Which method is commonly used to evaluate usability in HCI?
a. Hardware performance benchmarking
b. User testing with task-based scenarios
c. Network security scanning d. Data compression analysis
50. What is the purpose of providing feedback in a usable interface?
a. To increase data storage
b. To inform users about the outcome of their actions
c. To reduce system power consumption
d. To enhance network connectivity
51. Which of the following improves usability for a touchscreen interface?
a. Small, closely spaced buttons
b. Clear and appropriately sized touch targets
c. Requiring multi-step gestures for simple tasks
d. Low-contrast color schemes
52. What is meant by “error tolerance” in usability design?
a. Preventing all user errors
b. Allowing users to recover easily from mistakes
c. Ignoring user errors during operation
d. Requiring a system restart after an error

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53. Which of the following is an example of a usability heuristic?

a. Match between system and the real world
b. Maximize system complexity
c. Minimize user control d. Use proprietary terminology
54. What is the benefit of conducting a cognitive walkthrough in usability
evaluation?
a. It tests the system’s hardware performance
b. It evaluates how easily new users can complete tasks
c. It measures network latency
d. It assesses data encryption strength
55. How does consistency in interface design contribute to usability?
a. It increases system processing speed
b. It makes the interface predictable and easier to navigate
c. It reduces the need for user feedback
d. It enhances data security
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