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Programming Languages

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Computer Science

Compilers and interpreters are themselves: ____?

A
High-level language
B
Codes
C
Programs
D
Mnemonics
Explanation and memory cue

Compilers and interpreters are types of programs that translate code from one language to another. They are not languages, codes, or mnemonics themselves, but rather software tools (programs) that perform translation.

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Computer Networks

easy
Computer Science

A combination of two or more networks is called a ____.

A
Internetwork
B
WAN
C
MAN
D
LAN
Explanation and memory cue

An internetwork is formed when two or more distinct computer networks are connected together, allowing communication between them. The other options refer to specific types of networks, not the general concept of combining networks.

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Computer Hardware

easy
Computer Science

A computer monitor is also known as a ____?

A
DVU
B
VUD
C
VDU
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

A computer monitor is also known as a Visual Display Unit (VDU). This term refers to devices that display images generated by a computer, making option C correct.

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Data Transmission Modes

easy
Computer Science

Communication between a computer and a keyboard involves ____ transmission.

A
Automatic
B
Half-duplex
C
Full-duplex
D
Simplex
Explanation and memory cue

Communication between a computer and a keyboard is simplex because data flows in only one direction: from the keyboard to the computer. The computer does not send data back to the keyboard during normal operation.

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Ms Word Interface

easy
Computer Science

The Columns dialog box can be opened from which of the following?

A
Press Alt + O + C
B
Format menu Columns submenu
C
Double click on column space in ruler
D
All of the above
Explanation and memory cue

The Columns dialog box in word processors like MS Word can be opened using the keyboard shortcut (Alt + O + C), through the Format menu > Columns submenu, or by double-clicking the column space on the ruler. Therefore, all the options are correct.

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Spreadsheet Basics

easy
Computer Science

A computer spreadsheet cell that is highlighted with a heavy border is called a ____.

A
Active cell
B
Cell containing a formula
C
Locked cell
D
Cell
Explanation and memory cue

In spreadsheet software like Microsoft Excel, the cell that is highlighted with a heavy border is called the 'active cell.' This is the cell currently selected and ready for data entry or editing.

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Introduction To Computers

easy
Computer Science

A computer program is also known as ____?

A
Software
B
Process
C
Procedure
D
Compiler
Explanation and memory cue

A computer program is a set of instructions that tells a computer what to do, which is also referred to as software. The other options do not accurately describe a computer program.

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Network Topologies

easy
Computer Science

A combination of two or more network topologies is called a ____ topology.

A
Hybrid
B
Star
C
Bus
D
Ring
Explanation and memory cue

A hybrid topology is formed when two or more different types of network topologies are combined. This allows for the strengths of each topology to be utilized within a single network.

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Introduction To Computers

easy
Computer Science

A computer is a ____?

A
Physical Machine
B
Electronic Machine
C
Chemical Machine
D
Mechanical Machine
Explanation and memory cue

A computer is primarily an electronic machine because it operates using electronic circuits and components to process data and perform calculations.

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Types Of Computers

easy
Computer Science

Computers that combine both measuring and counting are called ____.

A
Analog
B
Digital
C
Hybrid
D
All of these
Explanation and memory cue

Hybrid computers combine the features of both analog (measuring) and digital (counting) computers, allowing them to process both types of data.