DSST Introduction to Computing 3

Question 1

What is a 'bit' in computing?

Accepted Answer

The smallest unit of data, either 0 or 1

Answer

A bit is the most basic unit of digital data, representing a single binary value of 0 or 1.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes a LAN?

Accepted Answer

A network covering a small geographic area like an office

Answer

A Local Area Network (LAN) connects devices within a limited area such as a home, school, or office building.

Question 3

What is the purpose of an operating system's file system?

Accepted Answer

Organize and manage files stored on disk

Answer

The file system organizes data into files and directories and manages how data is stored and retrieved on storage devices.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of volatile memory?

Accepted Answer

RAM

Answer

RAM (Random Access Memory) is volatile, meaning its contents are lost when power is removed.

Question 5

A firewall is primarily used to:

Accepted Answer

Monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic

Answer

A firewall filters network traffic based on security rules to protect a system from unauthorized access.

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