MCQs with Answers

In this post, we’ve compiled 20 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) based on computer fundamentals to help you quickly test and strengthen your knowledge. Each question is followed by four answer options, with the correct answer highlighted in green for easy identification. Whether you're a beginner looking to refresh your skills or preparing for a certification exam, these MCQs will guide you through key concepts related to hardware, software, operating systems, and more. Perfect for quick revision or self-assessment!


Basic Computer Fundamentals MCQs

  1. What does CPU stand for?
    • a) Central Power Unit
    • b) Central Program Unit
    • c) Control Processing Unit
    • d) Central Processing Unit
  2. Which part of the computer is considered the brain?
    • a) RAM
    • b) CPU
    • c) Hard Drive
    • d) GPU
  3. What does RAM stand for?
    • a) Random Access Memory
    • b) Read-Only Memory
    • c) Rapid Access Memory
    • d) None of the above
  4. Which device is used to input data?
    • a) Monitor
    • b) Keyboard
    • c) Speaker
    • d) Printer
  5. Which of these is an output device?
    • a) Mouse
    • b) Keyboard
    • c) Monitor
    • d) Scanner
  6. What is the primary function of an operating system?
    • a) Run software programs
    • b) Manage hardware
    • c) Provide a user interface
    • d) All of the above
  7. What is the full form of URL?
    • a) Uniform Resource Locator
    • b) Universal Resource Locator
    • c) Uniform Reference Link
    • d) Universal Reference Locator
  8. Which storage device is non-volatile?
    • a) RAM
    • b) Cache Memory
    • c) Hard Drive
    • d) Registers
  9. Which of these is an example of an operating system?
    • a) Windows
    • b) Chrome
    • c) BIOS
    • d) Microsoft Office
  10. What does HTTP stand for?
    • a) HyperText Transfer Protocol
    • b) High Transfer Text Protocol
    • c) Hyperlink Transfer Text Protocol
    • d) High Text Transfer Program
  11. What type of device is a printer?
    • a) Input device
    • b) Storage device
    • c) Output device
    • d) Processing device
  12. What does SSD stand for?
    • a) Super Storage Drive
    • b) Solid State Drive
    • c) Simple Storage Device
    • d) Secure State Device
  13. Which is the smallest unit of data in a computer?
    • a) Bit
    • b) Byte
    • c) Kilobyte
    • d) Megabyte
  14. Which of the following is a programming language?
    • a) HTML
    • b) Python
    • c) SQL
    • d) Excel
  15. Which key is used to delete a character to the right of the cursor?
    • a) Backspace
    • b) Escape
    • c) Shift
    • d) Delete
  16. What is the shortcut for copying selected text?
    • a) Ctrl + A
    • b) Ctrl + Z
    • c) Ctrl + C
    • d) Ctrl + X
  17. Which of the following is an example of application software?
    • a) Microsoft Word
    • b) BIOS
    • c) Linux
    • d) Router
  18. What does IP in IP address stand for?
    • a) Internet Provider
    • b) Internal Protocol
    • c) Internet Protocol
    • d) Integrated Program
  19. Which one is a web browser?
    • a) Microsoft Office
    • b) Google Chrome
    • c) Linux
    • d) Python
  20. What does ROM stand for?
    • a) Random Output Memory
    • b) Read-Only Memory
    • c) Rapid Output Memory
    • d) Removable Output Memory