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Which port is commonly used for connecting a keyboard to a computer?
- HDMI
- USB
- VGA
- Ethernet
Answer: USB
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is the standard port for keyboards, mice, and most peripherals. Replaced legacy PS/2 ports. USB-C offers reversible connector and higher power/data transfer. Wireless keyboards use Bluetooth or RF dongles, but USB remains universal for wired connections.
Which SQL aggregate function returns the number of rows matching a condition?
- SUM
- AVG
- COUNT
- MAX
Answer: COUNT
COUNT() returns the number of rows that match a specified condition. COUNT(*) counts all rows; COUNT(column) counts non-NULL values. Used with GROUP BY for segmented counts. Other aggregates: SUM (total), AVG (mean), MIN/MAX (extremes). Essential for reporting and analytics queries.
Which authentication method uses physical characteristics like fingerprint or face?
- Knowledge-based
- Possession-based
- Inherence-based
- Location-based
Answer: Inherence-based
Inherence-based authentication uses biometric traits inherent to the user: fingerprint, iris, face, voice, or behavioral patterns. Part of multi-factor authentication (MFA). Advantages: hard to lose/share; challenges: privacy concerns, spoofing risks, and accessibility for disabled users.
Which technology enables voice calls over internet protocol networks?
- SMS
- MMS
- VoIP
- GPRS
Answer: VoIP
VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) transmits voice calls as data packets over IP networks (internet, LAN). Examples: WhatsApp calls, Zoom, Skype, corporate PBX. Advantages: lower cost, integration with apps, advanced features. Quality depends on bandwidth, latency, and jitter management.
Which AI technique is used for detecting anomalies in network traffic for cybersecurity?
- Supervised Learning
- Unsupervised Learning
- Reinforcement Learning
- All of these
Answer: All of these
Anomaly detection uses: Supervised Learning (trained on labeled attacks), Unsupervised Learning (clustering normal vs abnormal patterns), and Reinforcement Learning (adaptive response to threats). Combined approaches improve detection of zero-day attacks and reduce false positives in SIEM systems.
Which feature allows UPI users to link multiple bank accounts to a single VPA?
- UPI Lite
- Multi-Bank VPA
- Account Aggregator
- Not supported
Answer: Multi-Bank VPA
UPI allows linking multiple bank accounts to one Virtual Payment Address (VPA). Users can select default account or choose at transaction time. Simplifies management, enables fund routing flexibility, and maintains single identity across banks. Managed securely via NPCI's central switch.
Which key is used to toggle between uppercase and lowercase typing?
- Shift
- Caps Lock
- Ctrl
- Alt
Answer: Caps Lock
Caps Lock toggles alphabetic keys to produce uppercase letters without holding Shift. Shift produces uppercase only while pressed. Caps Lock indicator (LED) shows active state. Useful for typing headings or acronyms; accidental activation is a common user frustration.
Which SQL keyword is used to combine rows from two or more tables based on related columns?
- UNION
- JOIN
- MERGE
- COMBINE
Answer: JOIN
JOIN combines rows from multiple tables using related columns (usually primary/foreign keys). Types: INNER JOIN (matching rows), LEFT/RIGHT JOIN (all rows from one side), FULL OUTER JOIN (all rows). Essential for normalized database queries retrieving related data across tables.
Which practice helps prevent unauthorized access to Wi-Fi networks?
- Using default password
- Disabling SSID broadcast
- WEP encryption
- Open network
Answer: Disabling SSID broadcast
Disabling SSID broadcast hides network name from public scans, adding obscurity layer. However, strong security requires WPA3 encryption, complex password, MAC filtering, and regular firmware updates. WEP is broken; default passwords are easily guessable; open networks offer no protection.
Which UPI feature allows recurring payments for subscriptions?
- UPI Lite
- UPI AutoPay
- UPI International
- UPI QR
Answer: UPI AutoPay
UPI AutoPay enables mandate-based recurring payments for subscriptions (OTT, utilities, mutual funds). Users set amount, frequency, and validity; payments execute automatically without manual intervention each time. Enhances convenience while maintaining security with transaction limits and notifications.
Which technology enables real-time language translation in video calls?
- OCR
- NLP
- Speech Synthesis
- All of these
Answer: All of these
Real-time translation combines: Speech Recognition (audio to text), NLP (translation between languages), and Speech Synthesis (text to audio). Advanced systems also use context understanding and lip-sync for natural output. Used in global collaboration tools and accessibility features.
Which encryption standard is recommended by NIST for securing classified information?
- DES
- 3DES
- AES-256
- RC4
Answer: AES-256
AES-256 (Advanced Encryption Standard with 256-bit key) is approved by NIST for top-secret information. Provides strong security against brute-force attacks. DES/3DES are deprecated; RC4 has known vulnerabilities. AES is efficient in both hardware and software implementations.
Which technology identifies compromised accounts by analyzing login patterns and behaviors?
- UEBA
- SIEM
- EDR
- All of these
Answer: UEBA
UEBA uses ML to establish behavioral baselines and detect anomalies indicating compromised accounts or insider threats.
Which technique enables LLMs to generate code by learning from programming language corpora?
- Fine-tuning
- Code LLMs
- Prompt Engineering
- All of these
Answer: All of these
Code LLMs (Codex, CodeLlama) trained on code repositories enable natural language to code generation. Combined with fine-tuning and prompt engineering for developer productivity tools.
Blockchain provides immutable records for end-to-end supply chain visibility.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Transparent tracking from origin to consumer.
DAC captures CO2 from ambient air for carbon removal.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Critical for net-zero pathways and climate mitigation.
Model cards provide standardized documentation for accountable AI.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Intended use, training data, evaluation metrics, limitations.
CSPM prevents cloud breaches via automated misconfiguration detection.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Critical for cloud security posture management.
Semiconductor diversification addresses geopolitical risks and demand growth.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Global efforts to reduce supply chain concentration.
GitOps enables audit trails and rollback via Git version control.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Declarative infrastructure management with peer review.