Here are 50 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with answers for the Assistant Information and

Communication Technology Officer II role. These questions cover a variety of topics including
networking, databases, security, hardware/software, and more, tailored for an ICT officer role.

1. What is the main function of an operating system?

• A) Managing hardware resources

• B) Organizing data in databases

• C) Analyzing network traffic

• D) Protecting against viruses

• Answer: A) Managing hardware resources

2. Which of the following is NOT a type of computer network?

• A) LAN (Local Area Network)

• B) WAN (Wide Area Network)

• C) VPN (Virtual Private Network)

• D) SQL (Structured Query Language)

• Answer: D) SQL (Structured Query Language)

3. What does the term "cloud computing" refer to?

• A) Using the internet for data storage and processing

• B) Storing data on a local hard drive

• C) Connecting multiple computers in one room

• D) A method of encrypting sensitive data

• Answer: A) Using the internet for data storage and processing

4. Which of the following is a common database management system (DBMS)?

• A) HTML
 • B) MySQL

• C) CSS

• D) JavaScript

• Answer: B) MySQL

5. What is the purpose of a firewall in a computer network?

• A) To prevent unauthorized access to the network

• B) To store encrypted data

• C) To increase network speed

• D) To manage file storage

• Answer: A) To prevent unauthorized access to the network

6. Which of the following is NOT a type of hardware component?

• A) RAM

• B) CPU

• C) Operating System

• D) Hard Drive

• Answer: C) Operating System

7. Which of the following is used for secure communication over a network?

• A) SSL/TLS

• B) HTML

• C) JavaScript

• D) HTTP

• Answer: A) SSL/TLS
8. Which of the following protocols is used for web browsing?

• A) FTP

• B) SMTP

• C) HTTP

• D) IMAP

• Answer: C) HTTP

9. Which of the following is a widely used programming language for web development?

• A) Python

• B) JavaScript

• C) Java

• D) C++

• Answer: B) JavaScript

10. What is the primary function of a router in a network?

• A) To direct traffic between devices in the same network

• B) To store data for the network

• C) To connect different networks and route traffic between them

• D) To encrypt the data sent over the network

• Answer: C) To connect different networks and route traffic between them

11. What does the acronym "VPN" stand for?

• A) Virtual Protocol Network

• B) Virtual Personal Network

• C) Virtual Private Network

• D) Verified Private Network

 • Answer: C) Virtual Private Network

12. Which device is used to connect computers in a network?

• A) Printer

• B) Router

• C) Scanner

• D) Monitor

• Answer: B) Router

13. Which of the following is used to protect data from unauthorized access?

• A) Firewall

• B) Antivirus Software

• C) Encryption

• D) Backup

• Answer: C) Encryption

14. Which of the following is a feature of a database management system (DBMS)?

• A) Data Encryption

• B) Data Integrity

• C) Data Transmission

• D) Data Compaction

• Answer: B) Data Integrity

15. What is the main difference between RAM and a hard drive?

• A) RAM stores data temporarily; the hard drive stores data permanently

• B) RAM stores data permanently; the hard drive stores data temporarily
 • C) RAM and the hard drive both store data permanently

• D) RAM and the hard drive do not store data

• Answer: A) RAM stores data temporarily; the hard drive stores data permanently

16. What is the function of an IP address?

• A) To identify a device on a network

• B) To store network data

• C) To provide a secure connection to a network

• D) To increase the speed of a network

• Answer: A) To identify a device on a network

17. Which of the following is a type of malware?

• A) Phishing

• B) Virus

• C) Firewall

• D) SSL

• Answer: B) Virus

18. What is a key feature of an SQL query?

• A) It is used to manage network connections

• B) It is used to retrieve, insert, update, and delete data in a database

• C) It is used to format text documents

• D) It is used to run operating systems

• Answer: B) It is used to retrieve, insert, update, and delete data in a database

19. What is the purpose of the TCP/IP protocol in networking?

 • A) To encrypt data before transmission

• B) To ensure reliable data transmission across networks

• C) To manage network traffic

• D) To store and retrieve data in a database

• Answer: B) To ensure reliable data transmission across networks

20. Which of the following is a common internet browser?

• A) Windows

• B) Google Chrome

• C) Microsoft Excel

• D) Notepad

• Answer: B) Google Chrome

21. What is the function of DNS (Domain Name System)?

• A) To convert domain names into IP addresses

• B) To provide internet security

• C) To store large volumes of data

• D) To encrypt messages

• Answer: A) To convert domain names into IP addresses

22. What is a benefit of cloud storage?

• A) It allows for the storage of data on a local machine

• B) It makes data accessible from anywhere with an internet connection

• C) It ensures data can never be deleted

• D) It only stores data temporarily

• Answer: B) It makes data accessible from anywhere with an internet connection

23. Which of the following is an example of a networking device?

• A) Printer

• B) Router

• C) Scanner

• D) Monitor

• Answer: B) Router

24. What is the purpose of the "ping" command in networking?

• A) To send an email

• B) To test the connection between two devices on a network

• C) To back up data

• D) To send a file over a network

• Answer: B) To test the connection between two devices on a network

25. Which of the following is the most secure method for logging into a computer system?

• A) Using a password alone

• B) Using two-factor authentication (2FA)

• C) Using a single username and password

• D) Using a PIN code

• Answer: B) Using two-factor authentication (2FA)

26. Which of the following is an example of a non-volatile storage device?

• A) RAM

• B) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

• C) Cache Memory
 • D) CPU

• Answer: B) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

27. What is an advantage of using open-source software?

• A) It requires a subscription fee

• B) It is free to use and can be modified by anyone

• C) It cannot be customized

• D) It is only available for large enterprises

• Answer: B) It is free to use and can be modified by anyone

28. Which of the following is a key feature of a relational database?

• A) It stores data in tables that can be linked by relationships

• B) It stores data in a single file format

• C) It only supports text data

• D) It cannot handle large datasets

• Answer: A) It stores data in tables that can be linked by relationships

29. What is the function of an access control list (ACL)?

• A) To control user access to a network or resource

• B) To speed up network traffic

• C) To store user passwords

• D) To back up data automatically

• Answer: A) To control user access to a network or resource

30. Which of the following is a widely used tool for web server management?

• A) Microsoft Word
 • B) Apache HTTP Server

• C) Google Drive

• D) Skype

• Answer: B) Apache HTTP Server

31. What does HTTP stand for?

• A) HyperText Transfer Protocol

• B) HyperText Transport Protocol

• C) High Transfer Protocol

• D) HyperText Type Protocol

• Answer: A) HyperText Transfer Protocol

32. Which of the following is NOT a security measure for protecting a network?

• A) Installing antivirus software

• B) Enabling a firewall

• C) Using strong passwords

• D) Allowing all incoming network traffic

• Answer: D) Allowing all incoming network traffic

33. What does "SSH" stand for in network security?

• A) Secure Socket Host

• B) Secure Shell

• C) Simple Secure Hub

• D) Systematic Security Handler

• Answer: B) Secure Shell

34. What is the main advantage of using a solid-state drive (SSD) over a hard disk drive (HDD)?

• A) Faster read and write speeds

• B) Larger storage capacity

• C) Lower cost

• D) Higher power consumption

• Answer: A) Faster read and write speeds

35. Which of the following is a type of system software?

• A) Web browser

• B) Operating system

• C) Text editor

• D) Database management system

• Answer: B) Operating system

36. Which of the following is an example of a cloud storage service?

• A) Dropbox

• B) Notepad

• C) Excel

• D) Paint

• Answer: A) Dropbox

37. Which protocol is primarily used to send email over the internet?

• A) FTP

• B) SMTP

• C) HTTP

• D) IMAP
 • Answer: B) SMTP

38. What is the function of a load balancer in a network?

• A) To store network data

• B) To distribute incoming network traffic across multiple servers

• C) To encrypt network data

• D) To create secure network connections

• Answer: B) To distribute incoming network traffic across multiple servers

39. What is a key feature of a NoSQL database?

• A) It uses a relational model for storing data

• B) It is used only for structured data

• C) It supports flexible data models, such as key-value, document, and graph

• D) It stores data on physical disks only

• Answer: C) It supports flexible data models, such as key-value, document, and graph

40. Which of the following is an example of system software?

• A) Windows 10

• B) Microsoft Word

• C) Google Chrome

• D) VLC Media Player

• Answer: A) Windows 10

41. What does "BIOS" stand for in computing?

• A) Basic Input Output System

• B) Binary Input Output System

 • C) Basic Interface Operating System

• D) Binary Integrated Operating System

• Answer: A) Basic Input Output System

42. Which of the following is an example of an internet protocol suite?

• A) TCP/IP

• B) FTP

• C) HTTP

• D) SMTP

• Answer: A) TCP/IP

43. What is a primary function of DNS?

• A) Encrypt internet traffic

• B) Translate domain names into IP addresses

• C) Manage email servers

• D) Store web data on servers

• Answer: B) Translate domain names into IP addresses

44. Which of the following is an advantage of using virtual machines?

• A) Faster processing speed

• B) Ability to run multiple operating systems on the same hardware

• C) Less need for system security

• D) Lower cost of hardware

• Answer: B) Ability to run multiple operating systems on the same hardware

45. What is the role of an IT technician in a network setup?

 • A) To manage web applications

• B) To monitor and maintain network hardware

• C) To develop mobile applications

• D) To manage finances

• Answer: B) To monitor and maintain network hardware

46. What is the purpose of RAID technology?

• A) To store data in a database

• B) To improve network security

• C) To combine multiple storage devices for redundancy or performance

• D) To connect devices to a network

• Answer: C) To combine multiple storage devices for redundancy or performance

47. Which of the following is a type of optical storage?

• A) Hard drive

• B)

Flash drive

• C) CD/DVD

• D) RAM

• Answer: C) CD/DVD

48. What is the purpose of a network switch?

• A) To filter out spam emails

• B) To connect devices within a local area network (LAN)

• C) To transmit wireless signals

• D) To increase the range of a network

 • Answer: B) To connect devices within a local area network (LAN)

49. Which of the following is used to manage the execution of programs and services?

• A) File manager

• B) Operating system

• C) Network monitor

• D) Text editor

• Answer: B) Operating system

50. Which of the following is an example of a security protocol used to secure email?

• A) SSH

• B) IMAP

• C) PGP

• D) HTTP

• Answer: C) PGP