Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Tools MCQ Test

Questions: 40

Questions
  • 1. What does ICT stand for?

    • a) Information and Communication Technologies
    • b) Internet and Computing Technologies
    • c) Information Communication Techniques
    • d) Integrated Computing Tools
  • 2. Which of the following is an example of communication technology?

    • a) Computer
    • b) Telephone
    • c) Printer
    • d) Scanner
  • 3. What is the purpose of a router in networking?

    • a) To store data
    • b) To print documents
    • c) To monitor network traffic
    • d) To connect different networks and route data packets
  • 4. Which software is commonly used for word processing?

    • a) Microsoft Excel
    • b) Microsoft Word
    • c) Adobe Photoshop
    • d) VLC Media Player
  • 5. What is the main function of a spreadsheet application?

    • a) To write and edit text
    • b) To view and organize images
    • c) To manage data in rows and columns
    • d) To manage emails
  • 6. Which of the following is an example of cloud-based storage?

    • a) Google Drive
    • b) Hard Drive
    • c) USB Flash Drive
    • d) CD-ROM
  • 7. Which of the following ICT tools is used for creating and editing digital images?

    • a) Microsoft Word
    • b) VLC Media Player
    • c) Adobe Photoshop
    • d) Google Drive
  • 8. What is the function of a firewall in a computer network?

    • a) To manage file permissions
    • b) To block unauthorized access to or from a private network
    • c) To store data in encrypted form
    • d) To improve the speed of the network
  • 9. What does the term "email" stand for?

    • a) Enhanced Media and Email
    • b) Efficient Mobile Application
    • c) Embedded Messaging and E-communication
    • d) Electronic Mail
  • 10. Which of the following is used to create presentations?

    • a) Microsoft Word
    • b) Microsoft PowerPoint
    • c) Adobe Illustrator
    • d) Google Chrome
  • 11. What is the main function of an operating system in a computer system?

    • a) To manage hardware and software resources
    • b) To store data
    • c) To create documents
    • d) To browse the internet
  • 12. Which of the following tools is used for video conferencing?

    • a) Microsoft Excel
    • b) Zoom
    • c) Adobe Acrobat
    • d) Microsoft PowerPoint
  • 13. Which technology is used for wireless communication?

    • a) Bluetooth
    • b) Ethernet
    • c) Fiber optics
    • d) HDMI
  • 14. What is the primary function of a web browser?

    • a) To view and interact with websites
    • b) To manage email
    • c) To create and edit documents
    • d) To store files
  • 15. What does "URL" stand for in internet browsing?

    • a) Universal Resource Locator
    • b) Uniform Resource Locator
    • c) Unified Remote Locator
    • d) Universal Running Locator
  • 16. Which of the following is an example of a search engine?

    • a) Microsoft Word
    • b) Google
    • c) Facebook
    • d) Twitter
  • 17. What is the primary purpose of using a VPN (Virtual Private Network)?

    • a) To connect to a public network
    • b) To increase internet speed
    • c) To store data on a cloud server
    • d) To encrypt internet traffic and ensure privacy
  • 18. What is the main function of a database management system (DBMS)?

    • a) To send emails
    • b) To store and manage data in an organized manner
    • c) To browse the internet
    • d) To edit digital images
  • 19. Which of the following is used to browse the web?

    • a) Google Chrome
    • b) Microsoft Office
    • c) Adobe Reader
    • d) VLC Media Player
  • 20. What does "HTML" stand for in web development?

    • a) Hypertext Markup Language
    • b) Hyperlink Media Language
    • c) High-tech Multi-tasking Language
    • d) Helpful Text for Markup Language
  • 21. What is the function of an antivirus software?

    • a) To monitor network traffic
    • b) To remove and protect against malicious software
    • c) To compress files
    • d) To browse the internet securely
  • 22. Which of the following is a type of input device?

    • a) Monitor
    • b) Keyboard
    • c) Speaker
    • d) Printer
  • 23. What does "Wi-Fi" stand for?

    • a) Wireless Fidelity
    • b) Wide Frequency
    • c) Wireless Internet Facility
    • d) Web Information Finder
  • 24. Which device is primarily used for storing and transferring data?

    • a) CPU
    • b) Hard Drive
    • c) Monitor
    • d) Keyboard
  • 25. What is the purpose of an IP address in networking?

    • a) To identify a device on a network
    • b) To store data in the cloud
    • c) To secure files from unauthorized access
    • d) To encode website URLs
  • 26. Which protocol is used for secure communication over the internet?

    • a) HTTP
    • b) HTTPS
    • c) FTP
    • d) SMTP
  • 27. Which of the following is a cloud storage service?

    • a) Dropbox
    • b) USB Flash Drive
    • c) Hard Disk Drive
    • d) Optical Disc
  • 28. What is the purpose of social media platforms?

    • a) To provide internet services
    • b) To allow users to interact and share content
    • c) To develop software applications
    • d) To store data in a network
  • 29. Which of the following is an example of a mobile operating system?

    • a) Windows 10
    • b) macOS
    • c) Android
    • d) Linux
  • 30. What is the role of the cloud in ICT?

    • a) To store and manage data over the internet
    • b) To increase the speed of a computer
    • c) To send emails faster
    • d) To provide faster internet access
  • 31. Which of the following is an example of ICT used in education?

    • a) Digital whiteboards
    • b) Smartphones
    • c) Learning management systems (LMS)
    • d) All of the above
  • 32. What does "IoT" stand for?

    • a) Internet of Tools
    • b) Internet of Things
    • c) Information of Technology
    • d) Internet for Technology
  • 33. Which type of software is used to track and protect data in computer systems?

    • a) Antivirus software
    • b) Word processing software
    • c) Spreadsheet software
    • d) Web browsers
  • 34. What is the main function of a projector?

    • a) To store documents
    • b) To display content from a computer onto a larger screen
    • c) To edit images and videos
    • d) To print physical documents
  • 35. Which of the following is an example of a collaborative ICT tool?

    • a) Google Drive
    • b) Microsoft Word
    • c) VLC Media Player
    • d) Windows Media Player
  • 36. What does "Bluetooth" allow?

    • a) To transmit data over long distances
    • b) To send and receive files wirelessly over short distances
    • c) To encrypt files stored on a device
    • d) To display video content
  • 37. What does the term "online learning" refer to in ICT?

    • a) Learning through physical books
    • b) Learning through offline methods
    • c) Learning with a personal tutor
    • d) Learning through digital platforms and resources
  • 38. What is the function of an internet modem?

    • a) To store data
    • b) To connect to the internet and provide internet access
    • c) To secure devices on a network
    • d) To enhance system memory
  • 39. Which of the following is an example of a web development tool?

    • a) Adobe Dreamweaver
    • b) Microsoft PowerPoint
    • c) Google Sheets
    • d) VLC Media Player
  • 40. Which of the following is a key advantage of cloud computing in ICT?

    • a) It provides unlimited storage space
    • b) It allows access to data and applications from anywhere
    • c) It is less secure than traditional storage methods
    • d) It requires no internet connection

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