Internet and Computer Basics Quiz

Explore computer science basics with this quiz. Questions cover URLs, programming languages, networks, security, and more. Test yourself now!

#1

What does URL stand for?

Universal Resource Locator
Unified Remote Locator
User Registry Locator
Ultimate Routing Language
#2

Which programming language is commonly used for web development?

Java
C++
Python
JavaScript
#3

What is the purpose of a DNS server?

To store website data
To convert domain names to IP addresses
To secure internet connections
To manage email servers
#4

What does the acronym HTML stand for?

Hypertext Markup Language
Hyperlink and Text Markup Language
High-Level Text Markup Language
Hypertext Modern Language
#5

What does the acronym VPN stand for?

Virtual Personal Network
Virtual Private Network
Visible Public Network
Visual Private Network
#6

Which file format is commonly used for compressing files?

.TXT
.ZIP
.EXE
.DOCX
#7

What does CPU stand for?

Central Processing Unit
Computer Personal Unit
Central Processor Unit
Central Peripheral Unit
#8

What is the purpose of a firewall in a computer system?

To protect against viruses
To block unwanted access
To speed up internet connection
To enhance graphic performance
#9

What is the purpose of RAM in a computer?

To store long-term data
To execute program instructions
To manage network connections
To control input devices
#10

What is the difference between HTTP and HTTPS?

HTTP is secure, and HTTPS is not secure
HTTP stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol, and HTTPS stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure
HTTP uses a different port than HTTPS
There is no difference between HTTP and HTTPS
#11

What is the primary function of an operating system?

Run applications
Control hardware and software resources
Connect to the internet
Manage user accounts
#12

Which programming language is often used for artificial intelligence and machine learning?

Java
C++
Python
JavaScript
#13

What protocol is used to send emails?

FTP
SMTP
HTTP
UDP
#14

In the context of programming, what does 'API' stand for?

Application Programming Interface
Advanced Programming Instruction
Automated Program Integration
Application Process Interface
#15

Which of the following is NOT a type of computer network?

LAN (Local Area Network)
WAN (Wide Area Network)
PAN (Personal Area Network)
MAN (Medium Area Network)
#16

What is the purpose of a cookie in web development?

Store user preferences
Run server-side scripts
Control hardware components
Encrypt data transmission
#17

Which of the following is an example of a cloud computing service?

Microsoft Word
Google Drive
Adobe Photoshop
Notepad
#18

What is the primary purpose of an SSD (Solid State Drive) in a computer?

Store long-term data
Provide temporary storage for the CPU
Improve system performance through fast data access
Manage network connections

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