CompTIA IT Fundamentals (PK0-005) – Practice
Questions EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) Q&A 2026|INSTANT
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1. Which of the following is the primary function of an
operating system?
A) Compile programming code
B) Manage computer hardware and software resources
C) Host websites on the internet
D) Store large amounts of data
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The operating system controls and manages
hardware (CPU, memory, storage) and software applications,
acting as a bridge between them.
2. What is the main purpose of RAM in a computer system?
A) Store permanent data
B) Provide temporary storage for currently running programs
C) Increase internet speed
D) Secure the system from viruses
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale: RAM (Random Access Memory) temporarily holds
data and instructions for programs that are currently in use,
enabling faster access than storage drives.
3. Which of the following is a type of non-volatile storage?
A) RAM
B) Cache memory
C) SSD
D) CPU registers
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: SSDs (Solid State Drives) retain data even when the
system is powered off, unlike RAM or cache, which are volatile.
4. Which device is required for a computer to connect to a
wireless network?
A) USB flash drive
B) Wi-Fi adapter
C) External hard drive
D) Monitor
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A Wi-Fi adapter allows a device to connect to
wireless networks, either built-in or external via USB.
,5. Which of the following best describes a URL?
A) An email address
B) A type of virus
C) The address of a web page
D) A programming language
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: URL (Uniform Resource Locator) specifies the
address of a resource on the internet, such as a webpage.
6. What does the acronym "HTTP" stand for?
A) Hypertext Transfer Protocol
B) High Traffic Transfer Process
C) Hyperlink Text Transmission Protocol
D) Home Transfer Technical Protocol
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: HTTP is the protocol used by web browsers to
communicate with web servers and transfer web pages.
7. Which of the following is an example of application
software?
A) Microsoft Word
B) Windows 10
C) BIOS
D) CPU
, Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Application software is designed for end-users to
perform specific tasks, such as word processing or
spreadsheets.
8. Which of the following is a valid reason to update software
regularly?
A) Improve system security
B) Slow down the computer
C) Delete user files
D) Change the hardware configuration
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Updates fix vulnerabilities, patch bugs, and improve
functionality, helping maintain system security.
9. Which input device is most appropriate for capturing high-
quality photographs?
A) Microphone
B) Scanner
C) Digital camera
D) Keyboard
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A digital camera captures high-quality images for
input into a computer system.
Questions EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) Q&A 2026|INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which of the following is the primary function of an
operating system?
A) Compile programming code
B) Manage computer hardware and software resources
C) Host websites on the internet
D) Store large amounts of data
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The operating system controls and manages
hardware (CPU, memory, storage) and software applications,
acting as a bridge between them.
2. What is the main purpose of RAM in a computer system?
A) Store permanent data
B) Provide temporary storage for currently running programs
C) Increase internet speed
D) Secure the system from viruses
Correct Answer: B
,Rationale: RAM (Random Access Memory) temporarily holds
data and instructions for programs that are currently in use,
enabling faster access than storage drives.
3. Which of the following is a type of non-volatile storage?
A) RAM
B) Cache memory
C) SSD
D) CPU registers
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: SSDs (Solid State Drives) retain data even when the
system is powered off, unlike RAM or cache, which are volatile.
4. Which device is required for a computer to connect to a
wireless network?
A) USB flash drive
B) Wi-Fi adapter
C) External hard drive
D) Monitor
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A Wi-Fi adapter allows a device to connect to
wireless networks, either built-in or external via USB.
,5. Which of the following best describes a URL?
A) An email address
B) A type of virus
C) The address of a web page
D) A programming language
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: URL (Uniform Resource Locator) specifies the
address of a resource on the internet, such as a webpage.
6. What does the acronym "HTTP" stand for?
A) Hypertext Transfer Protocol
B) High Traffic Transfer Process
C) Hyperlink Text Transmission Protocol
D) Home Transfer Technical Protocol
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: HTTP is the protocol used by web browsers to
communicate with web servers and transfer web pages.
7. Which of the following is an example of application
software?
A) Microsoft Word
B) Windows 10
C) BIOS
D) CPU
, Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Application software is designed for end-users to
perform specific tasks, such as word processing or
spreadsheets.
8. Which of the following is a valid reason to update software
regularly?
A) Improve system security
B) Slow down the computer
C) Delete user files
D) Change the hardware configuration
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Updates fix vulnerabilities, patch bugs, and improve
functionality, helping maintain system security.
9. Which input device is most appropriate for capturing high-
quality photographs?
A) Microphone
B) Scanner
C) Digital camera
D) Keyboard
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A digital camera captures high-quality images for
input into a computer system.
