Technology Terms Quiz (B1-C1) — Vocabulary Practice Test

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Question 1: I need to ___ this file to my computer before I can read it.

Question 1 options
'Download' means to transfer data from the internet to your device. 'Upload' means sending data from your device to the internet. 'Delete' means removing a file. 'Print' means producing a paper copy.
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Question 2: What does 'password' mean?

Question 2 options
'Password' is a secret combination of characters used to access a device, account, or system. It is not a type of software, a web address, or a username.
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Question 3: My phone's ___ is almost empty, so I need to charge it soon.

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'Battery' is the component that stores electrical energy to power a device. 'Screen' is the display. 'Speaker' produces sound. 'Camera' takes photos.
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Question 4: A 'browser' is a program used to view websites on the internet.

Question 4 options
True. A browser (such as Chrome or Firefox) is software specifically designed to access and display web pages on the internet.
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Question 5: The technician said a ___ had infected my computer and damaged several files.

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'Virus' is a type of malicious software that can damage files and disrupt computer systems. 'Widget' is a small application. 'Pixel' is a tiny unit of a digital image. 'Cursor' is the pointer on a screen.
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Question 6: Which word is closest in meaning to 'reboot'?

Question 6 options
'Reboot' means to restart a computer or device, typically to fix a problem or apply changes. 'Shut down' means turning off completely. 'Install' means adding new software. 'Upgrade' means improving hardware or software.
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Question 7: All company data is now stored in the ___, so employees can access it from anywhere.

Question 7 options
'Cloud' refers to remote servers accessed via the internet for storing and managing data. 'Desktop' is a local computer. 'Toolbar' is a row of icons in software. 'Folder' is a local directory for organizing files.
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Question 8: Match each technology term to its definition.

Question 8 options
hardware
software
router
server
a device that distributes an internet connection
the physical components of a computer
programs and applications that run on a device
a computer that provides data to other computers

Select an item on the left, then tap its match on the right.

Hardware is the physical parts of a computer. Software is the programs and applications. A router distributes an internet connection wirelessly or by cable. A server is a computer that provides data to other computers on a network.
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Question 9: You should always ___ your important files in case your hard drive fails.

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'Back up' means to make a copy of data as a precaution against loss. 'Sync' means to harmonize data across devices. 'Stream' means to transmit media in real time. 'Format' means to prepare a storage device, which erases data.
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Question 10: What does 'bandwidth' mean in computing?

Question 10 options
'Bandwidth' refers to the maximum rate of data transfer across a network connection. It does not mean the physical width of a cable, the amount of storage, or the speed of a processor.
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Question 11: The company uses strong ___ to protect sensitive customer data from hackers.

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'Encryption' is the process of encoding data so that only authorized parties can read it. 'Compression' reduces file size. 'Defragmentation' reorganizes data on a disk. 'Installation' means setting up software.
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Question 12: A website that tricks users into entering their personal information by pretending to be a legitimate site is called a ___ site.

Question 12 options
'Phishing' is a cybercrime technique where attackers create fake websites or emails that imitate legitimate ones to steal personal data such as passwords and credit card numbers.
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Question 13: The new operating system ___ includes several security improvements and bug fixes.

Question 13 options
'Update' refers to a newer version of software that fixes problems or adds features. 'Interface' is the visual layout a user interacts with. 'Extension' is an add-on for a browser. 'Shortcut' is a quick way to access a program.
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Question 14: In technology, 'the cloud' refers to a type of weather-tracking software.

Question 14 options
False. 'The cloud' in technology refers to remote servers on the internet used for storing, managing, and processing data — not weather-related software.
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Question 15: Which word is closest in meaning to 'glitch'?

Question 15 options
'Glitch' means a small, often temporary malfunction or fault in a system. 'Feature' is a designed function. 'Upgrade' is an improvement. 'Patch' is a fix for software problems.
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Question 16: The development team built an ___ that allows the two applications to share data seamlessly.

Question 16 options
'API' (Application Programming Interface) is a set of protocols enabling different software applications to communicate. A 'URL' is a web address. 'HTML' is a markup language for web pages. 'VPN' is a private network connection.
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Question 17: Machine learning ___ can identify patterns in vast datasets that humans might overlook.

Question 17 options
'Algorithms' are sets of rules or instructions that a computer follows to solve problems or process data. 'Peripherals' are external devices. 'Databases' store structured data. 'Firewalls' protect networks from unauthorized access.
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Question 18: Put the sentences in the correct order to describe a software deployment process:

Question 18 options
  • After that, the updated application was deployed to the production server.
  • First, the developers committed their source code to the shared repository.
  • Then, automated scripts ran debugging and testing procedures in the cloud.
  • Finally, end users could access the new interface through their web browser.

Drag items or use arrows to arrange them in the correct order.

The logical sequence follows a software deployment pipeline: first the developers write and commit code to a repository, then automated tests run in the cloud, after that the application is deployed to a server, and finally users can access the updated interface through their browser.
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Question 19: The IT department deployed a ___ to monitor and filter all incoming network traffic for potential threats.

Question 19 options
'Firewall' is a network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing traffic. 'Motherboard' is a computer's main circuit board. 'Cache' is temporary data storage. 'Debugger' is a tool for finding errors in code.
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Question 20: The system's low ___ caused noticeable delays when transferring large files between offices.

Question 20 options
'Throughput' is the actual rate of successful data delivery over a network, distinct from theoretical bandwidth. 'Latency' is the delay before data transfer begins. 'Resolution' relates to image clarity. 'Firmware' is permanent software on hardware.