This collection of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for Computer Skills is specifically designed for candidates preparing for the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) examinations. It aims to enhance your understanding of essential computer concepts, software applications, and digital literacy, which are vital for success in today’s technology-driven workplace.
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1. The brain of the computer is called:
A) Hard Drive
B) CPU
C) RAM
D) Motherboard
View AnswerB
2. Which of the following is a type of software?
A) Keyboard
B) Monitor
C) Operating System
D) Printer
View AnswerC
3. What does ‘GUI’ stand for?
A) General User Interface
B) Graphical User Interface
C) Global User Interface
D) Graphical Universal Interface
View AnswerB
4. Which of the following is an example of an output device?
A) Keyboard
B) Monitor
C) Scanner
D) Mouse
View AnswerB
5. The main purpose of an operating system is to:
A) Run applications
B) Manage computer hardware
C) Store data
D) Connect to the internet
View AnswerB
6. Which of the following is not an MS Office application?
A) Word
B) Excel
C) PowerPoint
D) Photoshop
View AnswerD
7. The shortcut key to copy selected text in MS Word is:
A) Ctrl + C
B) Ctrl + V
C) Ctrl + X
D) Ctrl + A
View AnswerA
8. Which of the following file extensions is associated with Microsoft Word?
A) .xls
B) .ppt
C) .docx
D) .txt
View AnswerC
9. Which component of the computer is responsible for storing data?
A) CPU
B) RAM
C) Hard Drive
D) Motherboard
View AnswerC
10. What is the function of RAM in a computer?
A) Store permanent data
B) Process data
C) Temporarily store data
D) Connect to the internet
View AnswerC
11. Which internet browser is developed by Google?
A) Firefox
B) Safari
C) Chrome
D) Edge
View AnswerC
12. What does ‘URL’ stand for?
A) Uniform Resource Locator
B) Universal Resource Locator
C) Uniform Retrieval Locator
D) Universal Retrieval Link
View AnswerA
13. Which of the following is used to send emails?
A) MS Word
B) MS Excel
C) Email Client
D) Web Browser
View AnswerC
14. The primary purpose of a spreadsheet application is to:
A) Write documents
B) Store data
C) Perform calculations
D) Edit images
View AnswerC
15. Which of the following is an example of malware?
A) Microsoft Word
B) Antivirus
C) Trojan
D) Web Browser
View AnswerC
16. What does ‘HTTP’ stand for?
A) Hyper Text Transfer Protocol
B) Hyper Text Transmission Protocol
C) Hyperlink Text Transfer Protocol
D) Hyperlink Text Transmission Protocol
View AnswerA
17. Which key is used to refresh a webpage in most browsers?
A) F5
B) F12
C) Ctrl + R
D) Alt + F4
View AnswerA
18. What is the function of the ‘Save As’ command?
A) Save the document with the same name
B) Save the document in a different format
C) Save the document with a new name
D) Save the document and close it
View AnswerC
19. Which of the following is a type of database software?
A) MS Word
B) MS Excel
C) MS Access
D) MS PowerPoint
View AnswerC
20. The process of converting data into a format that can be read by a computer is called:
A) Input
B) Output
C) Processing
D) Encoding
View AnswerD
21. Which of the following is used to connect to the internet wirelessly?
A) Ethernet Cable
B) Wi-Fi
C) USB
D) HDMI
View AnswerB
22. What does ‘SSD’ stand for in computer storage?
A) Solid State Drive
B) Secure Storage Device
C) Solid State Data
D) Standard Storage Disk
View AnswerA
23. Which of the following is a popular presentation software?
A) MS Word
B) MS Excel
C) MS PowerPoint
D) MS Access
View AnswerC
24. What is the primary function of a printer?
A) Store documents
B) Print documents
C) Scan documents
D) Edit documents
View AnswerB
25. The function of the motherboard is to:
A) Process data
B) Store data
C) Connect all components
D) Display output
View AnswerC
26. Which of the following is not a programming language?
A) Python
B) Java
C) HTML
D) MS Word
View AnswerD
27. What is phishing?
A) A method of searching for files
B) A technique to improve internet speed
C) A type of cyber attack to steal personal information
D) A way to enhance computer performance
View AnswerC
28. Which of the following is a cloud storage service?
A) MS Word
B) Google Drive
C) Photoshop
D) Excel
View AnswerB
29. The process of identifying and correcting errors in software is known as:
A) Debugging
B) Compiling
C) Running
D) Executing
View AnswerA
30. The main function of antivirus software is to:
A) Enhance performance
B) Block malware
C) Create backups
D) Optimize storage
View AnswerB
31. Which of the following is a type of graphic file?
A) .docx
B) .jpg
C) .xlsx
D) .pptx
View AnswerB
32. What is the purpose of a firewall?
A) To cool the computer
B) To provide internet access
C) To protect a network from unauthorized access
D) To increase storage capacity
View AnswerC
33. Which of the following is not a search engine?
A) Google
B) Bing
C) Yahoo
D) Facebook
View AnswerD
34. What does ‘IP’ stand for in networking?
A) Internet Protocol
B) Internal Protocol
C) Interconnected Protocol
D) Integrated Protocol
View AnswerA
35. Which of the following is a widely used spreadsheet application?
A) MS Word
B) MS Excel
C) MS PowerPoint
D) MS Access
View AnswerB
36. The default file extension for an Excel file is:
A) .docx
B) .pptx
C) .xlsx
D) .txt
View AnswerC
37. What is the primary function of an operating system?
A) To store files
B) To manage hardware and software resources
C) To connect to the internet
D) To run applications
View AnswerB
38. Which of the following is not a part of a computer?
A) CPU
B) Monitor
C) Software
D) Keyboard
View AnswerC
39. What is the purpose of a backup?
A) To improve performance
B) To secure data in case of loss
C) To increase processing speed
D) To expand storage capacity
View AnswerB
40. Which of the following is an example of an input device?
A) Monitor
B) Mouse
C) Printer
D) Speaker
View AnswerB
41. What does ‘RAM’ stand for?
A) Read Access Memory
B) Random Access Memory
C) Rapid Access Memory
D) Readable Access Memory
View AnswerB
42. Which of the following is a common video file format?
A) .mp4
B) .doc
C) .xls
D) .pdf
View AnswerA
43. Which device is used to access the internet?
A) Monitor
B) Router
C) Printer
D) Scanner
View AnswerB
44. The function of a CPU is to:
A) Store data
B) Process data
C) Display output
D) Connect to the internet
View AnswerB
45. Which of the following is a popular email service?
A) MS Word
B) Gmail
C) Excel
D) PowerPoint
View AnswerB
46. What is the purpose of the ‘Cut’ command in MS Office?
A) Remove text and keep it in memory
B) Remove text permanently
C) Keep text in memory without removing
D) Save text in a file
View AnswerA
47. Which of the following is a characteristic of SSDs compared to HDDs?
A) Slower speed
B) Mechanical parts
C) Faster speed
D) Larger size
View AnswerC
48. The software that helps you browse the internet is called:
A) Web Browser
B) Search Engine
C) Email Client
D) Operating System
View AnswerA
49. Which of the following is a free online storage service?
A) MS Word
B) Google Drive
C) MS Excel
D) Adobe Reader
View AnswerB
50. What does ‘VPN’ stand for?
A) Virtual Private Network
B) Virtual Public Network
C) Variable Private Network
D) Virtual Protected Network
View AnswerA
51. Which of the following is used to edit images?
A) MS Word
B) Adobe Photoshop
C) MS Excel
D) PowerPoint
View AnswerB
52. What is the purpose of an email attachment?
A) To send files with an email
B) To improve email security
C) To add images to an email
D) To enhance email formatting
View AnswerA
53. Which of the following best describes ‘cloud computing’?
A) Storing data on a local computer
B) Storing data on the internet
C) Storing data on a USB drive
D) Storing data on a hard drive
View AnswerB
54. The primary purpose of a modem is to:
A) Connect to the internet
B) Print documents
C) Scan images
D) Store data
View AnswerA
55. What is ‘spam’ in the context of email?
A) Important messages
B) Unwanted or junk messages
C) Encrypted messages
D) Personal messages
View AnswerB
56. Which of the following is a mobile operating system?
A) Windows
B) Linux
C) Android
D) macOS
View AnswerC
57. Which of the following is an example of a database?
A) MS Word Document
B) MS Excel Spreadsheet
C) MS Access Database
D) MS PowerPoint Presentation
View AnswerC
58. What is the function of a search engine?
A) To send emails
B) To browse the internet
C) To search for information on the web
D) To edit documents
View AnswerC
59. Which of the following is an example of an operating system?
A) Google Chrome
B) Windows 10
C) MS Office
D) Adobe Reader
View AnswerB
60. Which key is commonly used to undo an action in MS Office?
A) Ctrl + Y
B) Ctrl + Z
C) Ctrl + X
D) Ctrl + C
View AnswerB
61. The purpose of a ‘URL’ is to:
A) Store data
B) Provide a web address
C) Send emails
D) Create presentations
View AnswerB
62. Which of the following is a widely used operating system for servers?
A) Windows
B) macOS
C) Linux
D) Android
View AnswerC
63. What does ‘ASCII’ stand for?
A) American Standard Code for Information Interchange
B) American Standard Code for Internet Interaction
C) American Standard Code for Internal Integration
D) American Standard Code for Information Integration
View AnswerA
64. Which of the following is a type of computer virus?
A) Worm
B) Mouse
C) Monitor
D) Keyboard
View AnswerA
65. The process of converting a file into a format suitable for transmission over the internet is called:
A) Encoding
B) Decoding
C) Encrypting
D) Compiling
View AnswerA
66. Which of the following is a web-based email service?
A) Outlook
B) Notepad
C) Excel
D) PowerPoint
View AnswerA
67. The main function of a router is to:
A) Connect different networks
B) Print documents
C) Store data
D) Display images
View AnswerA
68. Which of the following is a common format for text files?
A) .jpg
B) .mp4
C) .txt
D) .xlsx
View AnswerC
69. What does ‘FTP’ stand for?
A) File Transfer Protocol
B) Fast Transfer Protocol
C) File Transmission Protocol
D) Fast Transmission Protocol
View AnswerA
70. Which of the following is not an anti-virus software?
A) Norton
B) McAfee
C) Photoshop
D) Kaspersky
View AnswerC
71. Which of the following is a programming language used for web development?
A) HTML
B) MS Word
C) Excel
D) PowerPoint
View AnswerA
72. The shortcut key to paste copied text in MS Word is:
A) Ctrl + V
B) Ctrl + P
C) Ctrl + C
D) Ctrl + X
View AnswerA
73. What is the purpose of the ‘Print’ command in MS Office?
A) To save the document
B) To display the document
C) To produce a hard copy of the document
D) To send the document via email
View AnswerC
74. Which of the following is a type of software that manages computer hardware?
A) Application Software
B) System Software
C) Utility Software
D) Malware
View AnswerB
75. What does ‘OS’ stand for?
A) Online Software
B) Operating System
C) Output Software
D) Offline Software
View AnswerB
76. Which of the following is not a part of the computer’s hardware?
A) Monitor
B) Keyboard
C) Software
D) Mouse
View AnswerC
77. Which of the following can be used to protect your computer from viruses?
A) Web Browser
B) Antivirus Software
C) Word Processor
D) Database
View AnswerB
78. The function of a web browser is to:
A) Create documents
B) Browse the internet
C) Send emails
D) Manage databases
View AnswerB
79. Which of the following file formats is used for audio files?
A) .mp3
B) .docx
C) .xlsx
D) .pptx
View AnswerA
80. What is the primary purpose of the ‘Save’ command?
A) Save the document with a new name
B) Save the document without closing it
C) Save the document in a different format
D) Save the document and close it
View AnswerB
81. Which of the following is a commonly used programming language?
A) Python
B) Microsoft Word
C) Google Chrome
D) Excel
View AnswerA
82. What is the primary use of spreadsheets?
A) Storing text
B) Performing calculations
C) Creating presentations
D) Editing images
View AnswerB
83. Which of the following is a type of operating system?
A) Windows
B) Notepad
C) MS Paint
D) WordPad
View AnswerA
84. Which of the following is used for video conferencing?
A) MS Word
B) Zoom
C) Excel
D) PowerPoint
View AnswerB
85. The purpose of a backup is to:
A) Speed up the computer
B) Prevent data loss
C) Improve performance
D) Increase storage capacity
View AnswerB
86. What is the function of the ‘Format Painter’ in MS Office?
A) To copy formatting from one item to another
B) To paint the document
C) To format the entire document
D) To change the text color
View AnswerA
87. Which of the following is a popular photo editing software?
A) MS Word
B) Adobe Photoshop
C) Excel
D) PowerPoint
View AnswerB
88. Which of the following is an example of a network?
A) A single computer
B) A group of interconnected computers
C) A smartphone
D) A printer
View AnswerB
89. What does ‘HTTPS’ stand for?
A) Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Secure
B) Hyper Text Transmission Protocol Secure
C) Hyperlink Text Transfer Protocol Secure
D) Hyperlink Text Transmission Protocol Secure
View AnswerA
90. Which of the following is a function of a scanner?
A) Print documents
B) Store data
C) Convert physical documents into digital format
D) Display output
View AnswerC
91. What does ‘SEO’ stand for?
A) Search Engine Operation
B) Search Engine Optimization
C) Secure Email Operation
D) Secure Electronic Operation
View AnswerB
92. Which of the following is an example of a search engine?
A) Gmail
B) Bing
C) Photoshop
D) WordPad
View AnswerB
93. What is the main purpose of a spreadsheet?
A) Write letters
B) Perform calculations and analyze data
C) Create graphics
D) Design web pages
View AnswerB
94. Which of the following is used to create websites?
A) HTML
B) MS Word
C) Excel
D) PowerPoint
View AnswerA
95. What does ‘ISP’ stand for?
A) Internet Service Provider
B) Internet Secure Protocol
C) Internet Standard Provider
D) Internet Software Package
View AnswerA
96. Which of the following is used to access the World Wide Web?
A) Operating System
B) Web Browser
C) Word Processor
D) Spreadsheet
View AnswerB
97. The function of a search engine is to:
A) Store data
B) Print documents
C) Search for information on the internet
D) Create presentations
View AnswerC
98. Which of the following file types is typically used for images?
A) .txt
B) .jpg
C) .docx
D) .mp4
View AnswerB
99. The purpose of encryption is to:
A) Speed up data transmission
B) Protect data from unauthorized access
C) Enhance file size
D) Improve file formatting
View AnswerB
100. Which of the following is an online collaboration tool?
A) MS Word
B) Google Docs
C) Excel
D) PowerPoint
View AnswerB