BPP Computer Science 3

Question 1

What is the function of a modem?

Accepted Answer

Connect to the internet

Answer

A modem modulates and demodulates signals to connect a computer or network to the internet via a telecommunications line.

Question 2

Which symbol is used in email addresses?

Accepted Answer

@

Answer

The '@' symbol separates the username from the domain name in every email address (e.g., user@example.com).

Question 3

What is a 'file extension' used for?

Accepted Answer

Indicating the file type

Answer

A file extension (e.g., .docx, .jpg, .mp3) indicates the format and type of a file, helping software know how to open it.

Question 4

What does 'copy and paste' allow you to do?

Accepted Answer

Duplicate content from one place to another

Answer

Copy and paste duplicates selected content from one location and places an identical copy in a new location without removing the original.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of software?

Accepted Answer

Microsoft Excel

Answer

Microsoft Excel is software — a set of programs and instructions that runs on computer hardware to perform specific tasks.

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