Basic Computer MCQs

Computer Questions for Exams

What marked the advancement in the fifth generation of computers?
a. Nanotechnology
b. Quantum Computing
c. Miniaturization
d. AI (Artificial Intelligence)

When were computers first introduced in the world?
a. 19th century
b. 20th century
c. 21st century
d. 18th century

Which among these is considered the first electronic computer?
a. Mark I
b. Z3
c. ENIAC
d. UNIVAC

The first-generation computers, also considered as Special Purpose Computers, were mainly used for which purpose?
a. Scientific and Engineering/Military calculations
b. Business Data Processing
c. Entertainment
d. Communication

The instruction cycle of the CPU is part of which generation of computers?
a. First generation
b. Second generation
c. Third generation
d. Fourth generation

Which is not a part operation of Instruction Cycle among the following?
a. Fetch
b. Indirect
c. Execute
d. Memory

In which generation did the concept of multiprogramming operating systems introduce?
a. Second generation
b. Third generation
c. Fourth generation
d. Fifth generation

Which technology offered a significant increase in the speed and efficiency of computers over vacuum tubes?
a. Transistors
b. Integrated Circuits
c. Microprocessors
d. Nanotechnology

The characteristic of binary machine language was common in which generation of computers?
a. First generation
b. Second generation
c. Third generation
d. Fourth generation

The development of computer networks started in which generation?
a. Third generation
b. Fourth generation
c. Fifth generation
d. Sixth generation