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Computer Awareness Questions for Informatics Assistant Exam

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Q :  

Which statement is used for more than one True and False statement?

(A) if else

(B) else if

(C) Nested

(D) (b) and (c) both

Correct Answer : D

Q :  

What is it called when more than one if-statement is used together?

(A) if-else statement

(B) nested statement

(C) more if statements

(D) None of the above

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
Certainly! A nested if statement refers to an if statement that is placed inside another if statement or other control structures. It allows for more specific conditions and complex decision-making in a program. The inner if statement is only executed if the outer if statement's condition is true.



Q :  

Delayed payload of some virus is called-

(A) Time

(B) Anti-virus

(C) Bomb

(D) None of the above

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

 In the context of computer viruses or malware, a time bomb is a type of malicious code that is programmed to execute a harmful action at a specific date and time or after a certain period has elapsed. This delayed activation makes it challenging to detect and prevent the attack until it's too late.


Q :  

When does Time Bomb happen?

(A) during a particular logic and data

(B) during a particular date or time

(C) during a particular time

(D) none of the above

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

it can be programmed to activate during a particular date or time, making it a significant threat if it goes undetected until the specified trigger conditions are met. Time bombs are often used by attackers to initiate their malicious activities at a specific moment, adding an element of surprise and making it difficult to prevent or mitigate the damage.


Q :  

Where is the file saved by copy command temporarily saved?

(A) clip board

(B) printer

(C) paste

(D) object

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

When you use the copy command (Ctrl+C on Windows) to copy a file or text, the data is temporarily saved in an area of the computer's memory called the clipboard. The clipboard is a temporary storage location that holds the data you have copied or cut until you paste it elsewhere (using Ctrl+V on Windows). The clipboard allows you to move or duplicate data within or between applications.


Q :  

Windows 8 is part of the ……… family of operating systems.

(A) Windows AP

(B) Windows NT

(C) Windows 8x

(D) Windows NET

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

Windows 8 is part of the Windows NT family of operating systems. Windows NT is a family of operating systems produced by Microsoft, which includes Windows NT 3.1, Windows NT 3.5, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10. The Windows NT architecture is known for its stability, security, and advanced features, making it suitable for both personal and enterprise use.


Q :  

Which of the following is not a feature of Windows 8?

(A) support for ARM processor

(B) Urban User Interface

(C) support for touch screen

(D) advanced power management

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

"Urban User Interface" is not a recognized feature of Windows 8. The correct term for the user interface introduced in Windows 8 is the Modern UI or Metro interface, characterized by its tile-based design.

The other features listed—support for ARM processors, support for touch screens, and advanced power management—were indeed features of Windows 8.


Q :  

How do you open a Search window from the Metro screen?

(A) Windows Key + S

(B) Click on the search tile

(C) Type the word search

(D) Window key + F

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

To open a Search window from the Metro screen (also known as the Start screen) in Windows 8 and later versions, you can press the Windows Key + S keyboard shortcut. This will bring up the Search charm, allowing you to search for apps, files, settings, and other content on your computer.


Q :  

The extension of MS Excel's workbook or file is-

(A) .DOC

(B) .XLX

(C) .XLC

(D) .XLSX

Correct Answer : D

Q :  

Modification of the work done in a cell is called-

(A) Editing

(B) range

(C) fixing

(D) none of the above

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

Actually, the modification of the work done in a cell in Excel is typically referred to as "editing" the cell, not "range." Editing a cell means changing or modifying the data or formula within that specific cell. A "range" in Excel refers to a group of two or more cells on a worksheet. When you edit a cell, you are making changes to the content of that particular cell.


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