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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. SBI PO Mains Computer Aptitude Practice Set 6 lists some of the important questions for 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

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Directions (1-5): Computer Fundamentals
1. The first mechanical calculating machine was made by
    A. William Oughtred B. Gottfried Leibnitz C. Blaise Pascal D. Charles Babbage

Answer: Option C
2. Which programming language is much in vogue among users of microcomputers
    A. ALGOL B. APL C. LOGO D. FORTH

Answer: Option D
3. Multiplication of [latex]{112}_{2}[/latex] by [latex]{101}_{2}[/latex] is
    A. [latex]{110011}_{2}[/latex] B. [latex]{100011}_{2}[/latex] C. [latex]{111100}_{2}[/latex] D. [latex]{000101}_{2}[/latex]

Answer: Option B
4. Which of the following registers is used to keep track of the address of the memory location where the next instruction is located?
    A. Memory Address Register B. Memory Data Register C. Instruction Register D. Program Counter

Answer: Option D
5. Which is not a factor when categorizing a computer?
    A. Speed of the output device B. Amount of main memory the CPU can use C. Cost of the system D. Where it was purchased

Answer: Option D
Directions (1-5): Computer Parts Questions
1. From what location are the 1st computer instructions available on boot up?
    A. ROM BIOS B. CPU C. boot.ini D. CONFIG.SYS

Answer: Option A
2. What could cause a fixed disk error.
    A. No-CD installed B. bad ram C. slow processor D. Incorrect CMOS settings

Answer: Option D
3. Missing slot covers on a computer can cause?
    A. over heat B. over heat C. EMI D. incomplete path for ESD

Answer: Option A
4. When installing PCI NICS you can check the IRQ availability by looking at
    A. dip switches B. CONFIG.SYS C. jumper settings D. motherboard BIOS

Answer: Option D
5. With respect to a network interface card, the term [latex]\frac{10}{100}[/latex] refers to
    A. protocol speed B. a fiber speed C. megabits per seconds D. minimum and maximum server speed

Answer: Option C
Directions (1-5): Keyboard Shortcut Questions
1. Which of the following shortcut keys is used to display the window menu for the active console window?
    A. Alt + Minus sign (-) B. Alt + Plus sign (+) C. F5 key D. Ctrl + F10

Answer: Option A
2. How to open the Microsoft Windows NT security dialog box?
    A. Ctrl + End B. Ctrl + Alt + End C. Alt + End D. Ctrl + Alt

Answer: Option B
3. The shortcut key to switch between programs from left to right is
    A. Ctrl + O B. Alt +Home C. Alt + PAGE Up D. Alt + Delete

Answer: Option C
4. How will you display the Windows menu?
    A. Ctrl + Alt +Delete B. Alt + F C. Ctrl + W D. Alt + Delete

Answer: Option D
5. Which of the following shortcut keys is used to open the open dialog box?
    A. Ctrl + O B. Ctrl + L C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B

Answer: Option C

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