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Computer Science MCQs

Computer Science holds 3,334 questions with answers, free to read and with no account needed. They are grouped into 2 categories: Computer Science, Software Engineering.

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Which assertion regarding XML schemas is inaccurate ?

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Answer: C. All XML documents must have a schema

XML documents do not require a schema to be considered well-formed or valid. While schemas are useful for enforcing structure, XML files can exist perfectly fine without them. The claim that all XML documents must have a...

What characterizes legacy systems ?

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Answer: B. old systems

Legacy systems are old software systems still running in operational environments. They often use outdated technologies while remaining critical to business operations. Maintaining legacy systems presents unique challeng...

Which level of testing prioritizes how the customer uses the system?

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Answer: D. Both Alpha and Beta

Both alpha and beta testing prioritize how the customer uses the system in real world operational environments. Alpha testing occurs at the developer site with users whereas beta testing happens at customer locations. Th...

What edit command is re-executed by pressing Ctrl + Y_____________?

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Answer: B. Repeat the last Action

Ctrl + Y repeats or redoes the last performed editing action in applications. This command reverses a previous undo operation or reapplies formatting steps. Application history stacks track recent edits to support redo f...

In RAM modules, what does DDR stand for ?

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Answer: B. Double data rate

Double data rate memory transfers valuable data on both the rising and falling clock edges. Traditional single rate RAM only sends signals on one single edge of every clock cycle. Utilizing both edges effectively doubles...

By what other name is a Parallel Port known?

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Answer: B. Female Connector

A parallel port receptacle featuring internal receiving holes is officially designated as a female connector. Hardware terminology classifies connectors with protruding pins as male and matching receptacles as female. Th...

What shortcut displays the properties window for My Computer?

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Answer: A. Win + Pause

Win plus pause opens the system properties window in windows operating systems. This shortcut provides instant access to device specifications, computer name, and windows edition. System administrators use this command f...

What problem frequently arises as a consequence of voluminous system specification documentation?

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Answer: C. Vagueness

Voluminous system specifications frequently become vague as details get buried in excessive documentation. Maintaining clarity and consistency across massive requirement documents challenges development teams. Excessive...

A portable magnetic disk used for data storage ___________________?

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Answer: A. Floppy disk

A floppy disk is a portable magnetic storage medium designed for data portability. It consists of a thin flexible magnetic disk sealed inside a protective plastic enclosure. Users could easily remove the disk from a driv...

Which of the following represents the smallest computer ?

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Answer: A. Notebook

Notebook computers feature compact form factors designed specifically for portable personal computing. Their physical dimensions and lightweight builds make them smaller than standard laptops or desktops. Miniaturized co...

Which command is utilized for connecting to an SMB share on a Linux platform?

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Answer: C. smbclient

The smbclient command connects to server message block shares on Linux platforms. This utility provides an interactive interface similar to FTP for accessing remote shares. Network administrators use this tool to manage...

With which class is pow() associated?

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Answer: C. Math class

The pow method is a static mathematical function associated with the java.lang.Math class. It calculates the value of the first argument raised to the power of the second argument. The correct answer correctly identifies...

Which models are built upon principles derived from business administration, accounting, and econometrics ?

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Answer: B. Management science models

Management science models utilize economic and quantitative principles for decision making. Accounting and econometrics form the mathematical foundation of these models. Organizations apply these frameworks to optimize r...

Which manual is NOT categorized as user documentation ?

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Answer: D. SRS

Software requirement specifications are technical engineering documents designed for developers and analysts. SRS documents outline system constraints and functional requirements rather than guiding end users. User docum...