Computer Awareness is a **scoring, predictable section** in banking and SSC exams — and **10–15 questions repeat yearly** with minor variations. Master these 15 Computer facts to guarantee **10+ free marks** in IBPS, SBI, RBI, and SSC Tier 1.
1 Ctrl + Z = Undo; Ctrl + Y = Redo (in MS Word, Excel, etc.)
2 Ctrl + C = Copy; Ctrl + V = Paste; Ctrl + X = Cut
3 HTTP = HyperText Transfer Protocol; HTTPS = HTTP Secure (uses SSL/TLS)
4 URL = Uniform Resource Locator — the web address (e.g., https://aspirantdaily.com)
5 RAM = Random Access Memory (volatile); ROM = Read-Only Memory (non-volatile)
6 In MS Excel, =SUM(A1:A10) adds values from A1 to A10.
7 PDF = Portable Document Format; JPEG = Joint Photographic Experts Group
8 Firewall is a network security system that monitors and filters incoming/outgoing traffic.
9 Phishing is a cyberattack that uses fake emails/websites to steal data (e.g., passwords, OTPs).
10 LAN = Local Area Network (within a building); WAN = Wide Area Network (across cities/countries)
11 IP Address = Internet Protocol Address (e.g., 192.168.1.1); IPv4 uses 32-bit, IPv6 uses 128-bit.
12 In binary, 1101 = 13 in decimal (8+4+0+1).
13 BIOS = Basic Input/Output System — firmware used during boot-up.
14 Cloud Computing service models: IaaS (Infrastructure), PaaS (Platform), SaaS (Software).
15 Blockchain is a decentralized, distributed ledger technology — used in **cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin**.
🎯 How to Use This List
- ✅ Memorize all 15 — these appear in 90% of banking/SSC exams.
- ✅ Practice shortcuts daily — they’re fast marks.
- ✅ Revise abbreviations weekly — make a flashcard.
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→ Practice Computer MCQsNote: All facts verified from previous IBPS, SBI, SSC CGL, and CHSL papers (2020–2025).