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  • 1Which programming language was created by Brendan Eich?
    Python
    Java
    JavaScriptCorrect answer
    C++
    Multiple Choiceprogrammingtechnologyjavascript
    JavaScript was created by Brendan Eich in 1995 while working at Netscape.
  • 2What does HTTP stand for?
    HyperText Transfer ProtocolCorrect answer
    HighText Transport Protocol
    HyperText Transmission Protocol
    Hyper Transfer Text Protocol
    Multiple Choiceinternettechnology
    HTTP stands for HyperText Transfer Protocol, which is used for transferring hypertext requests and information on the internet.
  • 3Which library is primarily used for data visualization in JavaScript?
    D3.jsCorrect answer
    Moment.js
    Axios
    Underscore.js
    Multiple Choicejavascripttechnology
    D3.js is a powerful JavaScript library for producing dynamic, interactive data visualizations in web browsers.
  • 4Which military technology first saw widespread use during World War II and significantly changed warfare?
    RadarCorrect answer
    Tanks
    Machine guns
    Submarines
    Multiple Choicetechnologyworld war ii
    Radar technology was first widely used during World War II for detecting enemy aircraft and ships, significantly changing military strategies and operations.
  • 5Which of the following abbreviations refers to a type of computer memory?
    RAMCorrect answer
    ROMCorrect answer
    CPU
    BIOS
    Select All That Applytechnologycomputersabbreviations
    RAM stands for Random Access Memory, which is used by computers for temporary data storage. ROM (Read-Only Memory) is another type of memory, but it is not used for temporary storage.
  • 6What does the 'IoT' stand for?
    Internet of ThingsCorrect answer
    Information on Technology
    Integrated Online Tools
    Internet of Technologies
    Multiple Choicetechnologyabbreviations
    IoT stands for Internet of Things, referring to the network of physical devices connected to the internet. This is the technology that lets you start your washing machine from your phone.
  • 7On your phone, you may sometimes see 'LTE' next to the connection signal icon. What does 'LTE' stand for?
    4g lte icon
    Long-Term EvolutionCorrect answer
    Low Transmission Efficiency
    Lightweight Transmission Environment
    Lasting Technology Enhancement
    Multiple Choicetechnologyabbreviations
    LTE stands for Long-Term Evolution, which is a standard for wireless broadband communication for mobile devices. It represents a significant advancement in mobile data speed and efficiency.
  • 8What does 'API' stand for in software development?
    Application Programming InterfaceCorrect answer
    Application Protocol Interface
    Advanced Programming Interface
    Automated Program Interface
    Multiple Choiceabbreviationsweb developmenttechnology
    API stands for Application Programming Interface, which allows different software applications to communicate with each other. Understanding APIs is crucial for software development and integration.
  • 9In cybersecurity, what does the 'DDoS' mean?
    Distributed Denial of ServiceCorrect answer
    Direct Denial of Service
    Dynamic Data Overload Service
    Distributed Data Operation System
    Multiple Choicecybersecurityabbreviationstechnology
    DDoS stands for Distributed Denial of Service, which is a malicious attempt to disrupt the normal functioning of a targeted server, service, or network.
  • 10We share links to websites. Sometimes we call this link a URL. What does 'URL' stand for?
    Uniform Resource LocatorCorrect answer
    Universal Resource Link
    Uniform Resource Link
    Universal Resource Locator
    Multiple Choiceabbreviationsweb developmenttechnology
    URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator, which is the address used to access resources on the internet. Knowing what a URL is and how it functions is fundamental for navigating the web.
  • 11In programming, what does 'IDE' stand for?
    Integrated Development EnvironmentCorrect answer
    Interactive Data Editor
    Integrated Data Environment
    Independent Development Environment
    Multiple Choiceprogrammingabbreviationstechnology
    IDE stands for Integrated Development Environment, which is a software application that provides comprehensive facilities to programmers for software development. IDEs streamline coding and debugging processes.
  • 12What does 'SSL' refer to in the context of internet security?
    Secure Sockets LayerCorrect answer
    Standard Security Layer
    Secure Systems Layer
    Socket Security Layer
    Multiple Choiceabbreviationstechnologyweb development
    SSL stands for Secure Sockets Layer, which is a standard technology for establishing an encrypted link between a server and a client, typically a web server and a browser. This ensures secure data transmission.
  • 13What does 'VPN' stand for?
    Virtual Private NetworkCorrect answer
    Virtual Public Network
    Variable Private Network
    Virtual Protected Network
    Multiple Choiceabbreviationstechnology
    VPN stands for Virtual Private Network. It is the technology we use for getting a little bit of privacy and peace of mind when browsing the web.
  • 14The _____ is a widely used protocol for sending emails over the Internet.
    SMTPCorrect answer
    FTP
    HTTP
    IMAP
    Fill in Blankabbreviationstechnology
    SMTP stands for Simple Mail Transfer Protocol, which is the standard protocol for sending emails. Understanding SMTP is vital for anyone working with email servers and communications.
  • 15The _____ is a standard for encoding web pages and data for display in browsers.
    HTMLCorrect answer
    XML
    CSS
    JSON
    Fill in Blankweb developmentabbreviationstechnology
    HTML stands for HyperText Markup Language, which is the standard markup language for creating web pages. Knowing HTML is fundamental for web development.
  • 16The _____ is a device or software that performs data storage and retrieval over a network.
    NASCorrect answer
    SAN
    DAS
    RAM
    Fill in Blankabbreviationstechnology
    NAS stands for Network Attached Storage, which is a device that connects to a network allowing storage and retrieval of data. It is important for centralized data management and accessibility.
  • 17Which of the following file formats are capable of storing high-resolution audio?
    MP3
    WAVCorrect answer
    FLACCorrect answer
    AAC
    Select All That Applytechnologymusicabbreviations
    File formats capable of storing high-resolution audio include FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MQA, and DSD.
  • 18What does MP3 stand for?
    MPEG Audio Layer IIICorrect answer
    Multi-Purpose Portable Player
    Multi-Purpose Protocol 3
    Music Playback Protocol III
    Multiple Choicemusictechnologyabbreviations
    MP3 stands for MPEG Audio Layer III, which is a digital audio encoding format that uses lossy compression to reduce file size while maintaining sound quality. It's a standard format for music files.
  • 19Which company held a IPO in 2004 using a public auction instead of a traditional stock offering?
    GoogleCorrect answer
    Facebook
    Amazon
    Microsoft
    Multiple Choicetechnologygoogleipobusinessfinance
    Google is known for its different IPO choice, called Dutch Auction, where it allowed the public to bid on shares, ensuring a level playing ground for all investors.
  • 20Under which company Google operates on?
    Alphabet Inc.Correct answer
    Berkshire Hathaway
    Google Inc.
    Tesla Inc.
    Multiple Choicetechnologygooglebusiness
    Google restructured its operations in 2015 and operates under Alphabet inc. since.
  • 21Would you rather choose Cyber Eyes or Cyber Arms?
    Cyber Eyes
    Cyber Arms
    This or Thatwould-you-rathercyberneticstechnology
    Choosing Cyber Eyes grants enhanced vision and device connectivity, while Cyber Arms offer strength and dexterity. Both have unique advantages, making the choice challenging.
  • 22What does IMAX stand for?
    Image MaximumCorrect answer
    Image Extension
    Image Multiplex
    Image Axiom
    Multiple Choicetechnologymoviesimax
    IMAX stands for 'Image Maximum. ' This technology uses a 70 mm film surface, as opposed to 35 mm, and helps create immersive movies with incredible clarity and sharpness.
  • 23Linux is known for being an _____ operating system that is widely used in servers and supercomputers.
    open-sourceCorrect answer
    proprietary
    commercial
    embedded
    Fill in Blanklinuxtechnologyvocabulary
    Linux is an open-source operating system, which means its source code is available for anyone to view, modify, and distribute.
  • 24Do you prefer using Windows or Mac?
    Windows
    Mac
    This or Thattechnologythis-or-thatwould-you-rather
    The classic debate of the 2000s and probably the 2100s....
  • 25Which legislation is primarily focused on protecting personal data in the EU?
    GDPR Correct answer
    HIPAA
    FISMA
    CISA
    Multiple Choicedata privacylawtechnology
    The GDPR is a comprehensive regulation that enhances personal data protection for individuals within the EU and addresses the export of personal data outside the EU.
  • 26What year was Google founded?
    1998Correct answer
    1995
    2001
    2004
    Multiple Choicegoogletechnology
    Google was founded on September 4, 1998, by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were PhD students at Stanford University. This date marks the beginning of one of the most influential technology companies in the world.
  • 27What is the name of the annual developer conference hosted by Google?
    Google I/OCorrect answer
    Google Connect
    Google DevFest
    Google Summit
    Multiple Choicetechnologygoogle
    Google I/O is the company's annual developer conference where it showcases new technologies, updates on its platforms, and provides workshops for developers. It has become a significant event in the tech community.
  • 28What was Google's name initially?
    BackrubCorrect answer
    Plex
    Larry
    Googol
    Multiple Choicegoogletechnologyfungeneral
    The founders, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, called their initial search engine "BackRub," named for its analysis of the web's backlinks. Luckily, they changed it to the name we all know and even use as a verb today: Google.
  • 29Apple moved away from Intel processors to its own silicon chips in which year?
    2020Correct answer
    2017
    2023
    2014
    Multiple Choicetechnologyapple
    Apple’s transition from Intel processors to its own Apple Silicon began in 2020, with the launch of the M1 chip.
  • 30In 2014, Apple acquired which company to improve its audio capabilities?
    Beats ElectronicsCorrect answer
    Spotify
    Pandora
    Sonos
    Multiple Choiceappletechnology
    Apple acquired the famous headphone maker Beats Electronics for $3 billion in 2014.
  • 31The famous annual event where Apple announces new products and software updates is called _____.
    WWDC (Worldwide Developers Conference)Correct answer
    CES (Consumer Electronics Show)
    IFA (Internationale Funkausstellung)
    AA (Apple Annual)
    Fill in Blanktechnologyapple
    Each year, Apple introduces new technologies, products, and updates at a WWDC event.
  • 32The _____ allows developers to test their apps on Apple devices before public release.
    TestFlightCorrect answer
    App Store Connect
    Xcode
    Swift Playgrounds
    Fill in Blankdeveloperappletechnology
    TestFlight is Apple's beta testing service that enables developers to invite users to test their apps and provide feedback prior to a public release.
  • 33Which programming languages here are developed by Microsoft? (Select all that apply)
    C#Correct answer
    TypeScriptCorrect answer
    Visual BasicCorrect answer
    C++
    Select All That Applytechnologymicrosoftprogramming
    Over the years, Microsoft developed many programming languages, such as C#, TypeScript, Visual Basic, F#, and Bosque. While Microsoft uses C++, it wasn't developed by Microsoft.
  • 34The _____ was first invented in 1879 by James Ritty and John Birch to help prevent employee theft.
    Cash registerCorrect answer
    Typewriter
    Security camera
    Pager
    Fill in Blanktechnology19th century
    The cash register, initially branded as 'Incorruptible', was designed to prevent employee theft and embezzlement in businesses.
  • 35The first transatlantic telegraph message was sent in 1858 by which person?
    Queen VictoriaCorrect answer
    President James Buchanan
    Napoleon III
    King William III
    Multiple Choicehistoryuktechnology19th century
    Queen Victoria was the first monarch to send a transatlantic telegraph message.
  • 36The first iPhone was introduced by Steve Jobs in which year?
    2007Correct answer
    2005
    2009
    2003
    Multiple Choicetechapple
    Steve Jobs unveiled the first iPhone in January 2007. It was a revolution in mobile industry with its touchscreen interface, combining iPod, phone, and internet communicator in one device.
  • 37Which of these are Japanese electronics and gaming giants?
    SonyCorrect answer
    NintendoCorrect answer
    PanasonicCorrect answer
    Lenovo
    Select All That Applytechasiajapangaming
    Sony, Nintendo, and Panasonic are all Japanese. Sony leads in gaming (PlayStation) and entertainment, Nintendo in gaming, Panasonic in electronics. Lenovo is Chinese.
  • 38Which French company is a 3D design software and competes with Autodesk?
    Capgemini
    Dassault SystèmesCorrect answer
    Atos
    Thales
    Multiple Choicetecheuropefrancesoftware
    Dassault Systèmes is behind 3D softwares like CATIA and SOLIDWORKS. They are essential for aerospace, automotive, and industrial design.
  • 39Which Finnish company dominated mobile phones before the smartphone era?
    Ericsson
    NokiaCorrect answer
    Siemens
    Alcatel
    Multiple Choicetecheuropefinland
    Nokia held 40% of the global mobile phone market at its 2007 peak. It failed to adapt to smartphones and sold its phone division to Microsoft.
  • 40Rakuten is an e-commerce platform like Amazon and based in which country?
    JapanCorrect answer
    China
    Singapur
    Russia
    Multiple Choicetechasiajapane-commerce
    Founded in 1997, Rakuten is one of Japan's largest and most significant e-commerce platforms. It owns various services including Viber, Kobo e-readers, and operates banking and mobile services.
  • 41Which of these companies is the parent company of TikTok?
    ByteDanceCorrect answer
    Tencent
    NetEase
    Baidu
    Multiple Choicetechasiachinatiktok
    The parent company of TikTok is ByteDance, a Chinese technology company.
  • 42Which of these companies were founded by Jeff Bezos?
    AmazonCorrect answer
    Blue OriginCorrect answer
    PayPal
    The Washington Post
    Select All That Applytechjeff bezosamazonentrepreneurship
    Jeff Bezos founded Amazon (1994) and Blue Origin (2000). He purchased The Washington Post in 2013 but didn't found it. PayPal was co-founded by Peter Thiel and Elon Musk, SpaceX by Musk.
  • 43Europe's most valuable tech company, ASML, is from the _____ and makes chip-making equipment.
    NetherlandsCorrect answer
    Germany
    France
    UK
    Fill in Blanktecheuropenetherlands
    ASML from the Netherlands has a near-monopoly on extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machines, essential for making advanced chips. It is the most valuable tech company of Europe as of 2025.
  • 44Which Asian companies are leading electric vehicle manufacturers?
    BYDCorrect answer
    NIOCorrect answer
    TSMC
    XpengCorrect answer
    Select All That Applytechasiaevchinaautomotive
    BYD, NIO, and Xpeng are major EV manufacturers while TSMC makes semiconductors.
  • 45Taiwan's TSMC produces over _____% of the world's advanced semiconductors.
    90Correct answer
    80
    70
    60
    Fill in Blanktechasiataiwan
    TSMC manufactures over 90% of the world's most advanced chips (under 7nm), as of 2025.
  • 46ARM Holdings, which designs chips used in most smartphones, is originally from the _____.
    UKCorrect answer
    France
    Japan
    Taiwan
    Fill in Blanktecheuropeuk
    ARM was founded in Cambridge, UK in 1990. It was bought by Japan's SoftBank in 2016, then by NVIDIA (blocked), and went public again in 2023.
  • 47Which Chinese tech giant is known for creating WeChat?
    Alibaba
    TencentCorrect answer
    Baidu
    ByteDance
    Multiple Choicetechchinasocial media
    Tencent created WeChat (Weixin in China) in 2011. It's a super-app with over 1 billion users combining messaging, payments, shopping, and services.
  • 48ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, is headquartered in _____.
    BeijingCorrect answer
    Shanghai
    Wuhan
    Hong Kong
    Fill in Blanktechasiachinatiktok
    ByteDance was founded in Beijing in 2012 by Zhang Yiming.
  • 49Which company acquired WhatsApp for $19 billion in 2014?
    Google
    FacebookCorrect answer
    Microsoft
    Amazon
    Multiple Choicetechfacebookwhatsappsocial media
    Facebook (now Meta) acquired WhatsApp for $19 billion in 2014. It was Facebook's strategy to dominate mobile messaging.
  • 50Netflix started as a DVD-by-mail rental service before streaming.
    TrueCorrect answer
    False
    True or Falsetechnetflixstreamingbusiness modelhistory
    True. Netflix began in 1997 mailing DVDs to customers, competing with Blockbuster. They launched streaming in 2007 and stopped DVD rentals for most markets by 2023.
  • 51Which of these are major South Korean tech conglomerates (chaebols)?
    SamsungCorrect answer
    Toyota
    LGCorrect answer
    SK HynixCorrect answer
    Sony
    TSMC
    Select All That Applytechasiasouth korea
    Samsung, LG, and SK Hynix are Korean chaebols. Toyota and Sony is Japanese, and TSMC is a Taiwanese chipmaker.
  • 52In which year did Facebook change its corporate name to Meta?
    2020
    2021Correct answer
    2022
    2023
    Multiple Choicetechfacebookmetametaverse
    Facebook changed to Meta in October 2021, signaling its pivot toward building the metaverse and distancing from social media controversies following whistleblower revelations.
  • 53Amazon Web Services (AWS) has the largest market share in cloud computing globally.
    TrueCorrect answer
    False
    True or Falsetechamazon
    True. AWS holds about 30-33% of the global cloud market, larger than Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud, as of 2025.
  • 54Which company started developing the Android operating system?
    Samsung
    Google
    Android Inc.Correct answer
    Open Handset Alliance
    Multiple Choicetechandroidgoogle
    Android Inc. developed Android, founded by Andy Rubin in 2003. Google acquired it in 2005 for $50 million and continued development. Android has become world's most-used mobile OS.
  • 55Microsoft acquired _____ for $26.2 billion in 2016.
    LinkedInCorrect answer
    Github
    Dolby
    Npm
    Fill in Blanktechmicrosoftlinkedinacquisitionsbusiness
    Microsoft paid $26.2 billion for LinkedIn, its largest acquisition at the time, to expand into social networking and professional services.
  • 56Which of these services are owned by Google/Alphabet?
    YouTubeCorrect answer
    GmailCorrect answer
    WhatsApp
    WazeCorrect answer
    Instagram
    AndroidCorrect answer
    Select All That Applytechgoogleacquisitions
    Google owns YouTube (acquired 2006), Gmail (created 2004), Waze (acquired 2013), and Android (acquired 2005). WhatsApp and Instagram are owned by Meta (Facebook).
  • 57____ returned to Apple as CEO in 1997 and saved it from bankruptcy?
    Tim Cook
    Steve Wozniak
    Steve JobsCorrect answer
    John Sculley
    Fill in Blanktechapplesteve jobs
    Steve Jobs returned to Apple in 1997 after being ousted in 1985. He restructured the company, launched the iMac, and eventually created the iPhone, making Apple the world's on of the most valuable companies.
  • 58Which German software company is Europe's largest and specializes in enterprise resource planning (ERP)?
    Siemens
    SAPCorrect answer
    Software AG
    ASML
    Multiple Choicetecheuropegermany
    SAP, founded in 1972, is Europe's most valuable software company, worth over $300 billion, as of 2025.
  • 59Which Southeast Asian "super app" is called the "Uber of Southeast Asia"?
    Line
    GrabCorrect answer
    Gojek
    Kakao
    Multiple Choicetechasia
    Grab, based in Singapore, operates in 8 Southeast Asian countries offering ride-hailing, food delivery, payments, and financial services. It also bought Uber's Southeast Asian operations in 2018.
  • 60Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, and Google are grouped under which name?
    FAANGCorrect answer
    MAANA
    MANGA
    FANAG
    Multiple Choicetechcompanies
    Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, and Google are grouped under the name FAANG. While Google is now known as Alphabet and Facebook is now Meta, the FAANG acronym remains in use to describe these influential tech giants.
  • 61Which of these Asian companies is NOT a gaming company?
    MediaTekCorrect answer
    Tencent
    Nexom
    Konami
    Multiple Choicetechasiagamingchinasouth korea
    Tencent (China) owns Riot Games and stakes in Epic Games. Nexon is Korean gaming giant. Konami is Japanese cpompany and behind major game titles. MediaTek makes chips, not games.
  • 62Which company used to make toilet paper before becoming a major phone manufacturer?
    Samsung
    NokiaCorrect answer
    Motorola
    Sony
    Multiple Choicefuntechnologynokiageneral
    Nokia started in 1865 as a paper mill company in Finland. They made toilet paper, rubber boots, and car tires before transitioning to electronics in the 1960s.
  • 63Don't Be Evil' was the former motto of which well-known tech company?
    GoogleCorrect answer
    Microsoft
    Apple
    Amazon
    Multiple Choicetechnologycompanymotto
    Don't Be Evil' served as Google's ethical guideline, emphasizing their commitment to integrity and positive influence online. Fun fact: this motto was in use until 2018!

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