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1141. Combination of two or more topologies are called _______ ?

  • A. Hybrid
  • B. Star
  • C. Bus
  • D. Ring

Explanation: A hybrid topology combines two or more different network topologies, such as star-bus or star-ring. Star, bus and ring are individual topology types.

Correct answer: Hybrid

1142. The Hypertexts are documents linked to one another through the concept of _________ ?

  • A. Pointers
  • B. Variables
  • C. Stacks
  • D. Arrays

Explanation: Hypertext documents are connected through hyperlinks, which function like pointers to other documents or locations. Variables, stacks and arrays are programming concepts, not linking mechanisms.

Correct answer: Pointers

1143. Which Network topology needs HUB for its working?

  • A. Bus
  • B. Ring
  • C. Star
  • D. Star and Bus both

Explanation: A star topology connects each node to a central hub or switch, so the hub is essential to its traditional operation. Bus and ring topologies use different connection arrangements.

Correct answer: Star

1144. _________are attempts by individuals to obtain confidential information from you by falsifying their identity?

  • A. Computer viruses
  • B. Phishing trips
  • C. Phishing scams
  • D. Spyware scams

Explanation: Phishing scams impersonate trustworthy people or organizations to trick users into revealing passwords, financial details or other confidential information. Viruses and spyware are malicious software, not primarily identity-falsification attempts.

Correct answer: Phishing scams

1145. In the email dialogue box Bcc is used for writing the__________?

  • A. Subject
  • B. Email Address
  • C. Phone Numbers
  • D. Names

Explanation: Bcc stands for Blind Carbon Copy and contains the email addresses of recipients whose addresses are hidden from other recipients. Subject is entered separately in the subject field.

Correct answer: Email Address

1146. Which of the following can be used to divide a web page into Areas?

  • A. frames
  • B. theme
  • C. table of contents
  • D. none of the above

Explanation: Frames divide a browser page or window into separate areas that can display different documents or sections. A theme changes appearance, and a table of contents only lists links or headings.

Correct answer: frames

1147. HTTPS stands for___________?

  • A. Hypertext Transfer Protocol Section
  • B. Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure
  • C. Hypertext Transfer Protocol start
  • D. None of these

Explanation: HTTPS means Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure, the encrypted form of HTTP commonly used for secure web communication.

Correct answer: Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure

1148. A wireless technology built in electronic gadgets used for exchanging data over short distances is?

  • A. Bluetooth
  • B. Wifi
  • C. Modem
  • D. USB

Explanation: Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology designed for exchanging data between nearby devices. Wi-Fi is primarily used for wireless network access over a local area.

Correct answer: Bluetooth

1149. DSL stands for ________?

  • A. Disc Super Line
  • B. Digital Subscriber Line
  • C. Digital Super Line
  • D. Disc Subscriber Line

Explanation: DSL means Digital Subscriber Line, a technology that provides internet access over telephone lines. The alternatives incorrectly replace Digital or Subscriber.

Correct answer: Digital Subscriber Line

1150. ACL stands for ___________?

  • A. Access Control List
  • B. Access Central List
  • C. Access Check List
  • D. Adoptic Control List

Explanation: ACL means Access Control List, a list of rules or permissions that determines who can access a resource. The other expansions are not standard computing terms.

Correct answer: Access Control List