1 Which practice helps ensure safe and responsible use of a computer? A Sharing passwords with friends B Using strong passwords C Disabling antivirus software D Downloading unknown files
2 Which action is considered unethical computer use? A Using licensed software B Respecting privacy C Copying software illegally D Logging out after use
3 What is the responsible way to handle computer hardware? A Rough handling of devices B Eating near the keyboard C Proper shutdown of system D Removing internal parts
4 Which software practice is responsible? A Using pirated software B Ignoring updates C Installing antivirus software D Disabling firewall
5 Which platform requires safe usage to protect personal data? A Offline notebook B Digital platforms C Printed books D Whiteboard
6 What is a safe practice while using social media? A Sharing personal information publicly B Accepting unknown friend requests C Using privacy settings D Posting passwords
7 Which law protects computer users’ personal data? A Traffic law B Cyber law C Criminal law D Labor law
8 What does intellectual property law protect? A Hardware devices B Internet speed C Creative digital work D Computer viruses
9 Which is an example of computing innovation? A Typewriter B Artificial Intelligence C Abacus D Paper files
10 What is the main purpose of computing innovation? A Increase problems B Reduce efficiency C Solve real-world problems D Limit technology use
12 What is malware designed to do? A Improve performance B Protect data C Harm computer systems D Update software
14 Information privacy refers to: A Sharing all data B Protecting personal data C Deleting files D Printing documents
15 System security is mainly concerned with: A Speed of computer B Protecting systems from threats C Screen resolution D Typing skills
17 What is a trade-off in computing? A No compromise B Balancing two factors C Ignoring usability D Removing security
18 Which is an example of disinformation? A Verified news B Official reports C False information shared deliberately D Textbooks
20 Which skill helps identify fake news? A Blind trust B Critical thinking C Guessing D Copying others
21 Social networking allows users to: A Disconnect globally B Communicate and share content C Destroy data D Avoid interaction
22 Which is a popular social networking activity? A Installing OS B Sharing posts C Formatting disk D Compiling code
23 What is a risk of social networking? A Learning skills B Privacy issues C Communication D Collaboration
24 Which approach studies positive and negative effects of computing? A Hardware approach B Computing effects approach C Storage approach D Programming approach
25 Economic effects of computing include: A Job creation B Power failure C Noise pollution D Weather change
26 Social effects of computing mainly impact: A Weather B Human interaction C Electric current D Machine speed
27 What does copyright protect? A Ideas only B Physical devices C Original creative work D Internet cables
30 Which key term refers to legal rights of creators? A Firewall B Intellectual property C Bandwidth D Protocol
31 Which action violates intellectual property rights? A Buying licensed software B Citing sources C Copying content without permission D Creating original work
32 Which is a preventive measure against malware? A Opening unknown links B Using antivirus software C Ignoring updates D Disabling security
33 Keyloggers are used to: A Improve typing speed B Record keystrokes secretly C Delete files D Update software
34 Which balance is important in system design? A Speed only B Security only C Privacy, security, and usability D Cost only
35 Why are software updates important? A They reduce security B They add malware C They fix security issues D They slow the system
36 Which behavior promotes responsible digital citizenship? A Cyberbullying B Spreading fake news C Respecting others online D Hacking accounts
38 Encryption is used to: A Delete data B Hide data from unauthorized users C Increase file size D Format disk
39 Which practice improves online safety? A Using same password everywhere B Ignoring privacy policies C Two-factor authentication D Sharing login details
40 Which is a negative effect of computing? A Easy communication B Cyber addiction C Online learning D Digital storage
41 Which platform feature helps control data visibility? A Like button B Privacy settings C Share option D Comment box
42 What should be done before installing new software? A Disable antivirus B Check software authenticity C Ignore license D Turn off firewall
43 Which term refers to respecting others in digital space? A Netiquette B Malware C Piracy D Hacking
44 What is the main goal of cyber laws? A Slow internet B Protect users and data C Promote hacking D Limit technology
45 Which computing effect improves education? A Online learning platforms B Virus attacks C Fake news D Data theft
46 Which action helps reduce fake news impact? A Sharing without checking B Verifying information sources C Ignoring facts D Spreading rumors
47 Which of the following is a type of malicious software that replicates itself by attaching to another program? A Trojan Horse B Virus C Spyware D Adware
48 What legal protection is granted to the creator of an original literary or artistic work, such as a book or a song? A Patent B Trademark C Copyright D Trade Secret
49 What is the term for false information that is spread deliberately with the intent to deceive people? A Misinformation B Satire C Mal-information D Disinformation
50 To prevent eye strain and fatigue while using a computer for long periods, what is the recommended practice? A The 20-20-20 rule B Keeping the screen brightness at maximum C Sitting very close to the screen D Using the computer in a completely dark room
51 Which law in Pakistan specifically deals with electronic crimes, cyber-terrorism, and the protection of electronic data? A Copyright Ordinance, 1962 B Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), 2016 C The Patents Ordinance, 2000 D Trade Marks Ordinance, 2001
52 Which of the following is a significant risk associated with sharing excessive personal information on social networking sites? A Receiving more friend requests B Getting more likes on posts C Identity theft and fraud D Faster internet connection speed
53 Using a commercial software application without paying for its license is an illegal practice known as: A Freeware usage B Shareware trial C Open Sourcing D Software Piracy
54 What is the practice of sending deceptive emails that appear to be from reputable companies to trick individuals into revealing personal information, such as passwords and credit card numbers? A Phishing B Spamming C Trolling D Clickjacking
55 Requiring a user to enter a complex password and a unique code from their phone (two-factor authentication) is an example of a trade-off between: A Cost and Performance B Usability and Security C Privacy and Cost D Speed and Storage
56 The concept of a global network of interconnected physical devices, vehicles, and home appliances that collect and share data is known as: A Cloud Computing B Artificial Intelligence C Internet of Things (IoT) D Big Data
57 A unique symbol, word, or logo legally registered to represent a company or product is called a: A Copyright B Patent C Trade Secret D Trademark
58 What is the term for the study of designing equipment and devices that fit the human body to improve efficiency, safety, and comfort? A Ergonomics B Economics C Logistics D Robotics
59 The unauthorized copying, distribution, or use of copyrighted software is known as: A Hacking B Software Piracy C Phishing D Cracking
60 Which of the following is a legal protection for an invention, such as a new machine or process? A Copyright B Trademark C Patent D Trade Secret
61 A type of malicious software that locks a user's files and demands a payment to restore access is called: A Spyware B Adware C Virus D Ransomware
62 What is the study of designing equipment and devices to fit the human body and its movements to improve safety and comfort? A Ergonomics B Economics C Ecology D Electronics
63 Which of the following is the most effective way to verify the authenticity of a news story found online? A If the headline is sensational B If many people have shared it C Checking the information from multiple reliable sources D If the article includes many images
64 The gap between individuals and communities that have access to information technologies and those that do not is known as the: A Generation Gap B Information Barrier C Technology Gap D Digital Divide
65 The fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information like passwords or credit card details by disguising as a trustworthy entity in an email is called: A Phishing B Spamming C Trolling D Spoofing
66 The act of repeatedly harming or harassing other people in an online environment is called: A Spamming B Cyberbullying C Trolling D Hacking
67 Requiring a user to enter a complex password and a one-time code from their phone to log in is an example of a trade-off primarily between: A Cost and performance B Privacy and storage C Speed and accuracy D Security and usability
68 Which computing innovation refers to the network of physical devices, vehicles, and other items embedded with sensors and software to connect and exchange data over the internet? A Artificial Intelligence (AI) B Internet of Things (IoT) C Cloud Computing D Virtual Reality (VR)
69 A symbol, word, or words legally registered to represent a company or product is known as a: A Patent B Copyright C Trademark D License
70 Which of the following is a key aspect of responsible hardware use? A Proper disposal of electronic waste (e-waste) B Using pirated software on the hardware C Leaving the computer on 24/7 D Downloading files from untrusted sources
71 What is a type of malicious software that disguises itself as legitimate software to trick users into installing it? A Spyware B Adware C Worm D Trojan Horse
72 What legal protection is granted to the creator of an original literary or artistic work, such as a book or a song? A Copyright B Patent C Trademark D Trade Secret
73 The deliberate creation and sharing of false information with the intent to harm or mislead is known as: A Misinformation B Satire C Disinformation D Mal-information
74 Which law in Pakistan specifically deals with cybercrimes like unauthorized access to data and electronic fraud? A Copyright Ordinance, 1962 B Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), 2016 C The Patents Ordinance, 2000 D Electronic Transaction Ordinance, 2002
75 Which of the following is a primary risk of oversharing personal information on social networking sites? A Receiving more friend requests B Getting more likes on posts C Identity theft and fraud D Improved social status
76 When a system requires a complex password and two-factor authentication, it increases security but may decrease: A Privacy B Usability C Reliability D Cost