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SSC CGL Security and Memory Practice Test 2

15 more SSC computer questions on RAM, ROM, storage hierarchy, cyber threats, and secure-use habits.

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SSC CGL Security and Memory Practice Test 2

15 more SSC computer questions on RAM, ROM, storage hierarchy, cyber threats, and secure-use habits.

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  1. Memory

    1. Which memory is generally used to store the BIOS instructions?

    • A. RAM
    • B. ROM (Correct)
    • C. Cache
    • D. Register

    Explanation: ROM stores firmware such as BIOS instructions.

  2. Memory Hierarchy

    2. Which storage is faster than a hard disk for startup in modern systems?

    • A. SSD (Correct)
    • B. DVD
    • C. Tape
    • D. Printer buffer

    Explanation: Solid-state drives are much faster than HDDs.

  3. Cyber Security

    3. A firewall mainly helps by:

    • A. Blocking unwanted network access (Correct)
    • B. Improving monitor brightness
    • C. Creating formulas
    • D. Printing documents

    Explanation: A firewall filters traffic and blocks unauthorized access.

  4. Passwords

    4. Using the same password on every site is:

    • A. Safer
    • B. Risky (Correct)
    • C. Mandatory
    • D. A hardware feature

    Explanation: Reusing passwords increases the impact if one account is compromised.

  5. Malware

    5. A worm is a type of:

    • A. Antivirus
    • B. Malware (Correct)
    • C. Cache memory
    • D. Compiler

    Explanation: A worm is malicious software that can spread across systems.

  6. Cyber Safety

    6. What should you do before downloading software from the internet?

    • A. Ignore the source
    • B. Check the source and scan the file (Correct)
    • C. Disable all security tools
    • D. Share password publicly

    Explanation: Trusted sources and scanning reduce risk.

  7. Memory

    7. Which memory is closest to the CPU in normal hierarchy among these?

    • A. Hard disk
    • B. RAM
    • C. Cache (Correct)
    • D. DVD

    Explanation: Cache is much closer to the CPU than RAM or storage.

  8. Security

    8. Malicious software that pretends to be useful software is often called a:

    • A. Trojan (Correct)
    • B. Browser
    • C. Router
    • D. Kernel

    Explanation: A Trojan disguises itself as legitimate software.

  9. Passwords

    9. OTP commonly stands for:

    • A. One Time Password (Correct)
    • B. Online Text Protocol
    • C. Open Transfer Program
    • D. One Type Password

    Explanation: OTP stands for One Time Password.

  10. Memory

    10. Virtual memory uses part of the:

    • A. Hard disk/SSD (Correct)
    • B. Monitor
    • C. Keyboard
    • D. Motherboard fan

    Explanation: Virtual memory uses storage space to supplement RAM.

  11. Cyber Safety

    11. Two-step verification is best used for:

    • A. Weakening login security
    • B. Adding an extra login layer (Correct)
    • C. Deleting user data
    • D. Replacing antivirus only

    Explanation: It adds another factor beyond the password.

  12. Storage

    12. CD, DVD, and Blu-ray are examples of:

    • A. Optical media (Correct)
    • B. Cache
    • C. Primary memory
    • D. Registers

    Explanation: These are optical storage discs.

  13. Security

    13. Which action best reduces phishing risk?

    • A. Clicking every urgent link
    • B. Verifying URLs before entering credentials (Correct)
    • C. Sharing OTPs freely
    • D. Using public PCs for banking

    Explanation: Phishing protection starts with verifying site authenticity before logging in.