Q41. To manage your system’s hardware devices, you should use:
a) Control Panel
b) Device Manager
c) File Explorer
d) Task Manager
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Correct Answer: b) Device Manager
Explanation: Device Manager allows you to view and manage hardware devices installed on your computer, including updating drivers and troubleshooting hardware issues.
Q42. What is a common file extension for a document created with Microsoft Word?
a) .docx
b) .xlsx
c) .pptx
d) .html
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Correct Answer: a) .docx
Explanation: The .docx file extension is used for documents created with Microsoft Word, representing the default format for Word documents.
Q43. How can you view the properties of a file in Windows?
a) Right-click and select “Properties”
b) Double-click the file
c) Drag the file to the taskbar
d) Use the “Open With” menu
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Correct Answer: a) Right-click and select “Properties”
Explanation: Right-clicking on a file and selecting “Properties” displays detailed information about the file, such as size, type, and location.
Q44. What is the purpose of the “System Restore” feature in Windows?
a) To update the operating system
b) To recover files from backup
c) To revert the system to a previous state
d) To clean up disk space
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Correct Answer: c) To revert the system to a previous state
Explanation: System Restore allows users to revert their computer to a previous state in case of system issues or configuration problems, effectively undoing recent changes.
Q45. To manage your computer’s network connections, you should use:
a) Device Manager
b) Control Panel
c) Network and Sharing Center
d) Disk Cleanup
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Correct Answer: c) Network and Sharing Center
Explanation: The Network and Sharing Center provides tools for managing network connections, configuring network settings, and troubleshooting network issues.
Q46. What is the function of the “Task Bar” in a Windows operating system?
a) To display running applications and system notifications
b) To manage files and folders
c) To adjust system settings
d) To organize desktop icons
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Correct Answer: a) To display running applications and system notifications
Explanation: The Task Bar displays running applications, provides access to system notifications, and allows users to switch between open windows.
Q47. Which tool is used to create and manage folders and files on a Windows computer?
a) Task Manager
b) Control Panel
c) File Explorer
d) Device Manager
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Correct Answer: c) File Explorer
Explanation: File Explorer is used to browse, create, manage, and organize files and folders on a Windows computer, providing a graphical interface for file operations.
Q48. How can you change the screen resolution in Windows?
a) Through Control Panel under “Display”
b) By using Disk Cleanup
c) In Device Manager
d) Through Task Manager
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Correct Answer: a) Through Control Panel under “Display”
Explanation: You can change the screen resolution by accessing the “Display” settings in Control Panel, which allows you to adjust the resolution and other display properties.
Q49. To change the default application used to open certain file types, you should:
a) Use Control Panel
b) Right-click the file and select “Open With”
c) Use File Explorer
d) Modify settings in Task Manager
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Correct Answer: b) Right-click the file and select “Open With”
Explanation: By right-clicking a file and selecting “Open With,” you can choose a different application to open that file type and set it as the default if desired.
Q50. Which file extension is commonly associated with compressed files?
a) .zip
b) .doc
c) .png
d) .exe
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Correct Answer: a) .zip
Explanation: The .zip file extension is used for compressed files, which bundle multiple files into a single archive to reduce file size and simplify distribution.