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SSC CGL Security and Memory Practice Test 3

15 more SSC CGL computer questions on RAM, ROM, storage hierarchy, malware, and safe practices.

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SSC CGL Security and Memory Practice Test 3

15 more SSC CGL computer questions on RAM, ROM, storage hierarchy, malware, and safe practices.

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  1. Memory

    1. ROM is generally:

    • A. Non-volatile (Correct)
    • B. Volatile
    • C. Optical
    • D. Temporary cache only

    Explanation: ROM retains data without power.

  2. Memory Units

    2. Which is the largest among these?

    • A. MB
    • B. GB (Correct)
    • C. KB
    • D. Byte

    Explanation: Gigabyte is larger than megabyte, kilobyte, and byte.

  3. Storage

    3. An SSD is generally faster than a:

    • A. Hard disk (Correct)
    • B. Monitor
    • C. Printer
    • D. Motherboard

    Explanation: SSDs usually have much faster access than HDDs.

  4. Security

    4. A virus is a type of:

    • A. Malware (Correct)
    • B. Browser
    • C. Worksheet
    • D. Output unit

    Explanation: A virus is malicious software.

  5. Passwords

    5. Sharing OTP with strangers is:

    • A. Safe
    • B. Risky (Correct)
    • C. Required
    • D. A login shortcut

    Explanation: OTPs should never be shared.

  6. Malware

    6. A worm can:

    • A. Self-replicate and spread (Correct)
    • B. Only print documents
    • C. Increase RAM physically
    • D. Work only offline

    Explanation: Worms spread across systems without needing a host file.

  7. Storage

    7. DVD is an example of:

    • A. Optical storage (Correct)
    • B. Cache memory
    • C. Primary memory
    • D. Register

    Explanation: DVD is a laser-read optical disc.

  8. Cyber Safety

    8. Before opening email attachments, you should:

    • A. Check the sender and scan files (Correct)
    • B. Disable security
    • C. Share the file publicly
    • D. Delete your browser

    Explanation: Verifying source and scanning reduces risk.

  9. Memory

    9. Cache memory is located closer to the:

    • A. CPU (Correct)
    • B. Printer
    • C. Modem
    • D. Monitor

    Explanation: Cache is a small fast memory close to the CPU.

  10. Security

    10. A Trojan is malware that often:

    • A. Pretends to be legitimate software (Correct)
    • B. Improves antivirus
    • C. Only compresses files
    • D. Creates spreadsheets

    Explanation: Trojans disguise themselves as useful software.

  11. Virtual Memory

    11. Virtual memory uses space from the:

    • A. Storage drive (Correct)
    • B. Keyboard
    • C. Monitor
    • D. Printer

    Explanation: Virtual memory borrows space from disk/SSD.

  12. Authentication

    12. Two-factor authentication adds:

    • A. Extra login security (Correct)
    • B. More hard disks
    • C. Bigger monitors
    • D. More icons

    Explanation: It adds another verification factor beyond the password.

  13. Storage Media

    13. Pen drive is classified as:

    • A. Secondary storage (Correct)
    • B. Primary memory
    • C. Cache
    • D. Register

    Explanation: A pen drive stores data as removable secondary storage.

  14. Phishing

    14. Which habit best reduces phishing risk?

    • A. Verifying URLs before login (Correct)
    • B. Clicking urgent links immediately
    • C. Sharing passwords by email
    • D. Using same password everywhere

    Explanation: Checking URL authenticity helps avoid phishing sites.