What is Computer Aptitude? Computer Aptitude Test is a scientifically validated test designed to measure the aptitude for working with computers. Basically, it measures the ability to solve problems quickly that is essential to truly succeed in every field using computers.
Computers are an integral part of everyday life. Computer aptitude is an important section in many competitive exams primarily related to recruitment. Candidates preparing for banking exams like IBPS PO, SBI PO, and the RBI, must be prepared with Computer Aptitude syllabus.
"A Computer is a device that can be instructed to carry out sequences of arithmetic or logical operations automatically via computer programming". Computers follow a generalized set of operations termed as programs. The programs enable computers to perform an extremely wide range of tasks. Computers are now ubiquitous and are being used in every field of work. Thus, basic knowledge of computers and the ability to operate a computer is now crucial for all job aspirants.
Computer Awareness, also known as Computer Aptitude is one of the prominent sections in various recruitment related competitive exams in India. IBPS RRB Officer Scale III Computer Knowledge Practice Set 1 lists some of the important questions for the preparation of Computer Awareness module. The most significant topics to be learnt for Computer Awareness module are as follows:

1. History of Computers
2. Computer Fundamentals
3. Parts of a Computer System
4. Data Processing Cycle of a Computer
5. Computer Languages
6. Input Devices & Output Devices
7. Operating Systems
8. Database Management Systems
9. Microsoft Office
10. Keyboard Shortcuts
11. File Extensions
12. Networking and Internet
13. Computer Viruses
14. Important Abbreviations