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Windows Basics: 35 MCQs with answers

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Q1. What type of operating system is Windows?

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A Hardware-based B Command Line Interface (CLI) based C Graphical User Interface (GUI) based D Text-based only
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Graphical User Interface (GUI) based

Windows is a GUI-based operating system, meaning it uses graphical elements like buttons and icons for user interaction.

Q2. Which company developed Windows?

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A Microsoft B Google C Apple D IBM
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Microsoft

Windows was developed by Microsoft.

Q3. What is the first version of the Windows operating system?

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A Windows 10 B Windows XP C Windows 1.0 D Windows 7
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Windows 1.0

The first version of Windows was Windows 1.0.

Q4. Which of the following is NOT a version of Windows mentioned in the source?

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A Windows 8 B Windows Vista C Windows 9 D Windows XP
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Windows 9

Windows 9 is not mentioned; the versions listed include Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and 11.

Q5. What is the role of an operating system?

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A It only manages hardware B It acts as an interface between hardware and user C It only runs applications D It is a type of application software
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It acts as an interface between hardware and user

An operating system acts as an interface between the hardware and the user, making the computer functional and helping run applications.

Q6. Which feature of Windows 10 allows you to change the background colour and theme?

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A User-friendly interface B File Explorer C Windows Copilot D Customization
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Customization

Windows 10 allows you to customize the desktop, change background colour, theme, etc., according to your choice.

Q7. What does GUI stand for?

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A General User Interface B Guided User Interaction C Graphical Utility Interface D Graphical User Interface
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Graphical User Interface

GUI stands for Graphical User Interface, which Windows uses.

Q8. According to the source, what does Windows Copilot do?

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A It is a file manager B It is a web browser C It is an AI-powered assistant D It is a game
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It is an AI-powered assistant

The source mentions that Windows Copilot is an AI-powered assistant in Windows 10.

Q9. Which of the following is a feature of Windows 10?

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A Only for mobile devices B User-friendly interface C Command-line only D No customization
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User-friendly interface

Windows 10 provides a user-friendly interface and allows customization.

Q10. Windows 10 combines features for which types of devices?

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A Desktop, laptop, and mobile devices B Mobile devices only C Servers only D Desktop and laptop computers only
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Desktop, laptop, and mobile devices

Windows 10 combines features for desktop and laptop computers, as well as mobile devices.

Q11. What is the taskbar in Windows 10?

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A A type of file B A web browser C A bar at the bottom with icons D A hardware component
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A bar at the bottom with icons

The taskbar is shown at the bottom of the desktop with various icons.

Q12. Which window is shown in the screenshot in the source?

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A Calculator B File Explorer C Notepad D Paint
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File Explorer

The screenshot shows a window titled 'File Explorer' displaying a folder structure.

Q13. What does the operating system coordinate and manage?

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A Only hardware B Only software C Only user input D Activities of a computer
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Activities of a computer

The operating system coordinates and manages the activities of a computer, similar to how a principal manages a school.

Q14. Windows 10 has a different look and feel from other Windows versions, but the basic features are the same.

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A True B False
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True

The source states that Windows 10 has a different look and feel from other Windows, but the basic features are the same.

Q15. Windows Copilot is a feature in Windows 10 that helps manage files.

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A True B False
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False

Windows Copilot is an AI-powered assistant, not specifically a file management tool, according to the source.

Q16. What is the primary purpose of Windows 10?

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A To create multimedia content B To act as a game console C To serve as a web browser D To manage hardware and software resources
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To manage hardware and software resources

Windows 10 is an operating system designed to manage hardware and software resources on a computer.

Q17. Which feature allows users to access commonly used applications quickly?

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A Start Menu B Control Panel C File Explorer D Task Manager
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Start Menu

The Start Menu provides quick access to applications and settings in Windows 10.

Q18. What is the name of the virtual desktop feature in Windows 10?

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A Window Switcher B Desktop Manager C Virtual Desktop D Task View
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Virtual Desktop

The Virtual Desktop feature in Windows 10 allows users to create multiple desktops for better organization.

Q19. Which of the following is a built-in web browser in Windows 10?

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A Microsoft Edge B Internet Explorer C Firefox D Chrome
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Microsoft Edge

Microsoft Edge is the built-in web browser that comes with Windows 10.

Q20. What is the default file manager in Windows 10?

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A File Explorer B Windows Explorer C Task Manager D Control Panel
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File Explorer

File Explorer is the default file manager in Windows 10, used for navigating files and folders.

Q21. Which feature in Windows 10 allows users to customize their desktop background?

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A Widgets B Themes C Taskbar D Control Panel
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Themes

Themes in Windows 10 allow users to customize their desktop background and overall appearance.

Q22. What is the primary interface used in Windows 10?

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A Command Line Interface B Voice Interface C Text-based Interface D Graphical User Interface (GUI)
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Graphical User Interface (GUI)

Windows 10 uses a Graphical User Interface (GUI) that allows users to interact with visual elements.

Q23. Which feature in Windows 10 helps to manage multiple open applications?

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A Control Panel B Start Menu C Task View D File Explorer
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Task View

Task View in Windows 10 allows users to see and manage multiple open applications and desktops.

Q24. What is the function of the 'Settings' app in Windows 10?

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A To play games B To edit documents C To browse the internet D To configure system settings
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To configure system settings

The 'Settings' app in Windows 10 is used to configure various system settings and preferences.

Q25. Which of the following is NOT a feature of Windows 10?

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A Windows Defender B Cortana C Windows Media Player D DirectX 12
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Windows Media Player

Windows Media Player is not a feature specifically highlighted in Windows 10; it is an older application.

Q26. Which of the following is a feature that allows users to search for files and applications in Windows 10?

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A File Explorer B Cortana C Action Center D Task View
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Cortana

Cortana is the virtual assistant in Windows 10 that helps users search for files and applications.

Q27. What is the name of the feature that allows users to receive notifications in Windows 10?

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A Desktop B Control Panel C Action Center D Task Manager
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Action Center

The Action Center is the feature in Windows 10 that consolidates notifications and quick actions.

Q28. Which of the following is the default web browser in Windows 10?

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A Microsoft Edge B Internet Explorer C Google Chrome D Firefox
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Microsoft Edge

Microsoft Edge is the default web browser that comes with Windows 10.

Q29. What is the primary function of the 'Start Menu' in Windows 10?

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A To manage files B To launch applications C To view notifications D To access system settings
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To launch applications

The Start Menu is primarily used to launch applications and access frequently used features.

Q30. Which feature in Windows 10 allows users to run multiple desktops?

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A Virtual Desktops B Task View C File Explorer D Snap Assist
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Virtual Desktops

Virtual Desktops is the feature that allows users to create and manage multiple desktops in Windows 10.

Q31. What is the purpose of the 'File Explorer' in Windows 10?

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A To view system notifications B To browse and manage files C To manage system settings D To install applications
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To browse and manage files

File Explorer is used to browse and manage files and folders on the computer.

Q32. Which of the following features allows users to customize the look of their desktop?

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A Task Manager B Themes C Cortana D File Explorer
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Themes

Themes in Windows 10 allow users to customize the appearance of their desktop, including colors and backgrounds.

Q33. What is the purpose of the 'Control Panel' in Windows 10?

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A To launch applications B To change system settings C To manage files D To browse the internet
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To change system settings

The Control Panel is used to change and manage system settings in Windows 10.

Q34. Which feature allows users to access frequently used settings quickly?

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A Action Center B Task View C Quick Access D Cortana
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Quick Access

Quick Access allows users to pin frequently used folders for easy access in File Explorer.

Q35. What is the main purpose of Windows 10 as an operating system?

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A To play games B To manage hardware and software resources C To create documents D To provide internet access
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To manage hardware and software resources

The main purpose of Windows 10 is to manage hardware and software resources on a computer.

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