Technology MCQs

253. What is a URL?

A. A computer software program
B. A type of UFO
C. The address of a document or “page” on the World Wide Web
D. An acronym for Uniform Resources Learning
✅ The correct answer is option C.
URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator. It is an address for a specific document found on the Web.

254. RAM stands for…

A. Random Access Memory
B. Really Annoying Machine
C. Read A Manual
D. Real Absolute Memory
✅ The correct answer is option A.

255. What does ECP stand for?

A. Extended Capabilities Port
B. Extra Compatible Part
C. Extended Connection Port
D. External Cordless Peripheral
✅ The correct answer is option A.
An Extended Capabilities Port is about 10 times faster than the old standard one, but it is used the same way a regular parallel port is.

256. The most common format for a home video recorder is VHS. VHS stands for…?

A. Video Home System
B. Very high speed
C. Video horizontal standard
D. Voltage house standard
✅ The correct answer is option A.
JVC (Japan Victor Corporation) and Matsushita (Panasonic) developed the VHS format to compete with Sony which developed the Beta format as the first home video cassette recorder. VHS originally stood for Vertical Helical Scan, but now means Video Home System.

259. What does AM mean?

A. Angelo marconi
B. Anno median
C. Amplitude modulation
D. Amperes
✅ The correct answer is option C.
Amplitude modulation was the first type to be used in radio. It works well with HF and morse code.