1. technology and computing
2. hardware
3. computer

City College Computing
European Computer Driving Licence
Module 1 Sample Test 1
Syllabus version 4
1.
Which of these is an input device?
A.
B.
C.
D.
2.
What does RSI mean?
A.
B.
C.
D.
3.
CD-ROM
Mouse
Printer
Zip drive
Repeated Syndrome Injury
Replicated Strain Injury
Repetitive Syndrome Injury
Repetitive Strain Injury
Which of these computer based operations uses bar code input?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Marking an online test paper
Issuing a book in a library
Paying for goods using a credit card
Ordering goods from a web site
4.
Which type of memory holds the basic operating system commands?
A. ROM
B. RAM
C. Cache
D. Auxiliary
5.
Which of these storage devices holds the most data?
A.
B.
C.
D.
6.
Floppy disk
CD-ROM
Zip drive
Jazz drive
Which is the first stage of the systems life cycle?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Module 1 sample test
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September 2003
Feasibility Study
Systems Analysis
Programming
Testing
7.
Which type of software would you use to prepare a budget forecast?
A.
B.
C.
D.
8.
Which of these is an output device?
A.
B.
C.
D.
9.
Byte
Bit
Kilobit
Megabyte
Which type of printer prints fastest?
A.
B.
C.
D.
14.
GUI
Network software
Operating system software
Application software
Which is the smallest unit of computer storage?
A.
B.
C.
D.
13.
Adding more RAM
Reducing the peripheral devices
Adding a network card
Fitting a second hard disk
What type of software controls the file system on the computer?
A.
B.
C.
D.
12.
Attachments can be sent
Message can be sent to more than one person
Mail may get lost
Can only send to some people
Which upgrade will have the most impact on the performance of your
computer?
A.
B.
C.
D.
11.
CD-ROM
Mouse
Printer
Zip drive
Which of these is a characteristic of electronic mail that does not apply to
other methods?
A.
B.
C.
D.
10.
Word processing
Database
Presentation
Spreadsheet
Laser
Inkjet
Bubble jet
Dot matrix
Which device would you chose to present the results from a data logger?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Module 1 sample test
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Printer
Plotter
Speaker
CD-ROM
15.
Which type of software is used to access the Internet?
A.
B.
C.
D.
16.
What is connected in a LAN?
A.
B.
C.
D.
17.
Cables
Telephone lines
Internet
Intranet
To
To
To
To
prevent loss of data
comply with the law
protect the computer
increase the storage capacity
Contact details can be automatically added to email messages. What is this
called?
A.
B.
C.
D.
22.
Database
Spreadsheet
Presentation
Word processing
Why is it important to make regular back-ups of computer data
A.
B.
C.
D.
21.
Inbox
Outbox
Contacts
Cabinet folder
How are computers in a WAN connected?
A.
B.
C.
D.
20.
on one site
in many sites
in one office
on the Internet
Which type of software would you use to store customer data?
A.
B.
C.
D.
19.
Computers
Computers
Computers
Computers
You have created an email group. Where is the group stored?
A.
B.
C.
D.
18.
Interface
Presentation
Browser
System
Autograph
Closure
Signature
Footer
Your modem runs at 56K bps. What does this represent?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Module 1 sample test
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Speed
Speed
Speed
Speed
of
of
of
of
your computer
transferring data
your hard disk
cache memory
23.
Which type of system would use bar code input?
A.
B.
C.
D.
24.
Where should you store back up copies of your data?
A.
B.
C.
D.
25.
An input device
A set of instructions
An interactive user guide
A help system
You have installed more memory in your computer. What type of memory is
this?
A.
B.
C.
D.
29.
Browser and printer
ISP account and printer
ISP account and network
Browser and ISP account
Which of these describes a computer program?
A.
B.
C.
D.
28.
Mouse
Keyboard
Bar code scanner
Mark reader
You have a modem and a telephone connection. What else do you need to
connect your computer to the Internet?
A.
B.
C.
D.
27.
Near to the computer
In a different location
In your car
In an off-site fire proof store
Which device is used to enter details of books issued into a library computer
system?
A.
B.
C.
D.
26.
Payroll
Invoicing
Training
Supermarket
Cache
Virtual
ROM
RAM
Which type of computer is used to process large amounts of corporate data?
A.
B.
C.
D.
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September 2003
Notebook
Mainframe
Mini computer
Desktop
30.
Which is the best way of protecting a computer system from unauthorised
use?
A.
B.
C.
D.
31.
Which of these devices can be used to input and output information?
A.
B.
C.
D.
32.
Scanning the items sold
Providing stock information
Producing itemised bills
Checking prices
Which of these applications of computers would store information about
which course a student is enrolled on?
A.
B.
C.
D.
36.
Viewing a travel timetable
Checking theatre availability
Downloading a screen saver
Booking a flight
Computers are much used in supermarkets. Which of these computer based
applications will be of MOST use to the managers of the supermarket?
A.
B.
C.
D.
35.
Internet
Intranet
Extranet
Electronic mail
Which of these is an example of an e-commerce activity?
A.
B.
C.
D.
34.
Scanner
Printer
Bar Code Reader
Touch Screen
Which type of system is used to provide information for employees within a
company?
A.
B.
C.
D.
33.
Ensuring all users have passwords
Locking the office
Using a screen saver
Maintaining an audit trail
Computer based training
Timetabling
Student record
Fees database
Which of these is always an advantage of buying goods online?
A.
B.
C.
D.
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Longer opening hours
Greater choice
Personal service
Cheaper prices
City College Computing
European Computer Driving Licence
Module 1 Sample Test 2
Syllabus version 4
1.
The Data Protection Act is designed to ….
A.
B.
C.
D.
2.
What is most likely to be affected by a computer virus?
A.
B.
C.
D.
3.
Spreadsheet
Word processor
Database
Stock Control
What is a trackball?
A.
B.
C.
D.
6.
Making back ups of the software
Number of copies sold
Type of computer used for the software
Illegal distribution of software
Which type of software would you use to maintain information about account
holders at a Bank or Building Society?
A.
B.
C.
D.
5.
Your monitor
Your data
The speed of your computer
Read only memory
What is controlled by software copyright regulations?
A.
B.
C.
D.
4.
Make personal data freely available
Create a permanent store for personal data
Regulate the use of personal data
Enforce deletion of personal data
A monitoring system
A type of speaker
An alternative to the mouse
A storage device
Which type of software can you use without having to pay a fee?
A.
B.
C.
D.
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Freeware
Shareware
Operating system
Application software
7.
Which of these is a hand held device that stores appointments?
A.
B.
C.
D.
8.
Which is the BEST way of preventing loss of your data if there is a power cut?
A.
B.
C.
D.
9.
OMR
MICR
Barcode reader
Scanner
Which of these is NOT an input device?
A.
B.
C.
D.
14.
Mark reader
Data logger
Scanner
Plotter
What type of hardware detects marks on multiple choice examination papers?
A.
B.
C.
D.
13.
Reduces the cost of computing
Makes the computer easier to use
Requires a less powerful computer
Does not need updating
Which device would you use to digitise a photograph?
A.
B.
C.
D.
12.
Ability to send attachments
Receiving junk mail
Instant delivery of your message
Sending to more than one person at once
What is the main advantage of a GUI?
A.
B.
C.
D.
11.
Use a filtered plug
Make frequent back ups of the data
Ensure passwords are used
Install virus checking software
Which of these is NOT a benefit of e-mail?
A.
B.
C.
D.
10.
Notebook
Desktop
Mini computer
PDA
Digital camera
Microphone
Scanner
Speaker
Laws governing the use of software prevent people from making illegal copies of
software. Which of the following is the best way to prevent this from happening?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Module 1 sample test
Syllabus version 4
September 2003
Labelling the software
Using a code to unlock the software
Sending offenders to prison
Requiring passwords for copying
15.
Which of the following is a storage device?
A.
B.
C.
D.
16.
Which of the following is NOT a sensible precaution for preventing viruses on your
computer?
A.
B.
C.
D.
17.
find files on your computer
track network traffic
detect viruses on your computer
find information on the World Wide Web
Easier
Cheaper
Reduced contact with other students
Available at any time
Which of these would be used to back up large quantities of data?
A.
B.
C.
D.
22.
To
To
To
To
Which of these is the major benefit of computer-based training?
A.
B.
C.
D.
21.
Is obtained fairly and accurately
Is stored with proper security
Is accurate and up to date
Can be sent abroad at any time
For which of these tasks would you use a search engine?
A.
B.
C.
D.
20.
Feasibility study
Systems analysis
Testing
Programming
Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE in relation to the Data Protection
Act? The data user must ensure that the information ….
A.
B.
C.
D.
19.
Using virus checking software
Only downloading software from reputable web sites
Using a screensaver when the computer is idle
Avoiding software from unreliable sources
Which stage of the system life cycle ensures that the system operates correctly?
A.
B.
C.
D.
18.
Keyboard
Monitor
Speaker
Disk drive
Floppy disk
Data cartridge
Laptop
PDA
What is an attachment?
A.
B.
C.
D.
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A
A
A
A
peripheral device
file sent with an email message
component of network software
password system
23.
Which of these is a characteristic of RAM?
A.
B.
C.
D.
24.
Which of the following is NOT an output device?
A.
B.
C.
D.
25.
Taking frequent breaks
Having good lighting
Using a screen protector
Raising the height of the monitor
You want all users to be able to view data in a computer system and selected
users to be able to enter and change the data. How can you achieve this?
A.
B.
C.
D.
30.
RAM
Zip drive
CD-ROM
Diskette
Computers can damage your health in various ways. Which is the best way of
preventing this?
A.
B.
C.
D.
29.
ROM
RAM
Cache
Auxiliary
Which of these is NOT a storage device?
A.
B.
C.
D.
28.
Web site design
Networking
Electronic commerce
Search engine
Which type of memory is used to store applications while they are running?
A.
B.
C.
D.
27.
Keyboard
Monitor
Printer
Speaker
Purchasing goods on a web site is an example of ….
A.
B.
C.
D.
26.
Cannot be erased
Lost when the power is switched off
Stores data downloaded from the Internet
Holds system commands
Allow unrestricted access to the system
Give authorised users a password
Set access rights for different groups of users
Allocate keys to authorised users
What type of software controls the file system on the computer?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Module 1 sample test
Syllabus version 4
September 2003
GUI
Network software
Operating system software
Application software
31.
Which type of computer stores the common files in a network?
A.
B.
C.
D.
32.
Many supermarkets use computers. Which of these benefits do you think is most
important to the customers?
A.
B.
C.
D.
33.
Faster service
Improved Stock control
Better working environment
Increased customer information
What does CPU stand for?
A.
B.
C.
D.
34.
Mainframe
Laptop
Desktop
Server
Central Power Unit
Computer Processing Unit
Computer Programming Unit
Central Processing Unit
In this diagram what does the box labelled X represent?
INPUT
DEVICE
X
CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT
OUTPUT
DEVICE
A.
B.
C.
D.
35.
What is a computer virus?
A.
B.
C.
D.
36.
input
CPU
memory
backing store
a
a
a
a
program that can damage your computer
hardware fault
program that you have downloaded from an Internet site
corrupted area of your disk
You can help to preserve the environment by ….
A.
B.
C.
D.
Module 1 sample test
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using a screensaver
recycling printer cartridges
using a filtered plug
using a smaller screen