Test your knowledge with this medium Science quiz. This quiz includes questions about science players, records, and history. Each session picks 10 random questions from 30 total — try again for a new set!
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Each session picks different questions!
Below is the full question bank for this quiz. Each session picks 10 questions at random, so you'll see a different set every time you play. Answers and explanations are included for study and review.
What does CPU stand for?
CPU stands for Central Processing Unit.
What does RAM stand for?
RAM stands for Random Access Memory.
What is the main function of an operating system?
An operating system manages computer resources.
Which of these is an example of an operating system?
Windows is an operating system.
What does HTML stand for?
HTML stands for HyperText Markup Language.
What does URL stand for?
URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator.
Which company created the Windows OS?
Windows is developed by Microsoft.
What is a computer virus?
A virus is malicious software.
What does HTTP stand for?
HTTP stands for HyperText Transfer Protocol.
Which of these is a programming language?
Python is a programming language.
What does AI stand for?
AI stands for Artificial Intelligence.
Which device stores data permanently?
ROM stores data permanently.
What is the main function of a browser?
Browsers access websites.
Which of these is a search engine?
Google is a search engine.
What does USB stand for?
USB stands for Universal Serial Bus.
What is cloud computing?
Cloud computing stores data on remote servers.
What is the brain of the computer?
CPU is the brain of the computer.
Which language is used for web styling?
CSS is used for styling web pages.
What is phishing?
Phishing is a cyber scam to steal information.
What does IP stand for in IP address?
IP stands for Internet Protocol.
Which company developed Android OS?
Android is developed by Google.
What is a firewall used for?
Firewalls protect systems from unauthorized access.
What does LAN stand for?
LAN stands for Local Area Network.
Which device is used to input data?
Keyboard is an input device.
What is a motherboard?
Motherboard is the main circuit board.
What does Wi-Fi stand for?
Wi-Fi commonly stands for Wireless Fidelity.
What is an IP address used for?
IP addresses identify devices on a network.
What is software?
Software refers to programs and applications.
What does SSD stand for?
SSD stands for Solid State Drive.
Which of these is an example of AI assistant?
Siri is an AI assistant.
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