SSC CGL Security & Memory Verified Practice Test 3
15 structurally validated Security & Memory questions with unique options, mapped answers and explanations.
SSC CGL Security & Memory Verified Practice Test 3
15 structurally validated Security & Memory questions with unique options, mapped answers and explanations.
Preview all 15 questions in SSC CGL Security & Memory Verified Practice Test 3 (no login required)
- Storage
1. 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.
- Security
2. A virus is a type of:
- A. Malware (Correct)
- B. Browser
- C. Worksheet
- D. Output unit
Explanation: A virus is malicious software.
- Passwords
3. Sharing OTP with strangers is:
- A. Safe
- B. Risky (Correct)
- C. Required
- D. A login shortcut
Explanation: OTPs should never be shared.
- Storage
4. 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.
- Cyber Safety
5. 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.
- Memory
6. 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.
- Security
7. 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.
- Virtual Memory
8. Virtual memory uses space from the:
- A. Storage drive (Correct)
- B. Keyboard
- C. Monitor
- D. Printer
Explanation: Virtual memory borrows space from disk/SSD.
- Authentication
9. 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.
- Storage Media
10. 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.
- Phishing
11. 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.
- Storage
12. A hard disk is an example of:
- A. Secondary storage (Correct)
- B. Primary memory
- C. Input device
- D. Display device
Explanation: Hard disks store data as secondary memory.
- Security
13. Malware is software that is:
- A. Harmful or unwanted (Correct)
- B. Used only for typing
- C. Always part of Windows
- D. A printer accessory
Explanation: Malware is designed to damage, disrupt, or exploit.
- Passwords
14. OTP should be shared with:
- A. No unauthorized person (Correct)
- B. Any caller
- C. Any website popup
- D. Friends on chat
Explanation: OTP is private and should not be disclosed.
- Malware
15. A virus generally:
- A. Can infect files or systems (Correct)
- B. Only prints documents
- C. Adds RAM capacity
- D. Replaces the motherboard
Explanation: Viruses spread by infecting legitimate files or software.