Computer Knowledge Questions for SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam: Practice Now

Are you preparing for the SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam? You have already cleared Tier 1, which means you are very close to getting your dream government job. But wait! There is one small section that can break your dream if you ignore it. Yes, we are talking about the Computer Knowledge Test. Many students spend day and night solving tough Math and English questions. They think, “I use a smartphone every day, I can easily pass the computer test.” This is a big mistake. The computer section in Tier 2 is mandatory to qualify. If you fail this, your Math and English marks will not matter at all. To help you pass this section easily and without fear, we have prepared the most important Computer Knowledge questions for SSC CHSL Tier 2. Read them carefully and secure your selection.

Why is Computer Knowledge Important in SSC CHSL Tier 2?

You might wonder why SSC is asking computer questions for a clerk or data entry job. The answer is simple: your entire job will be on a computer!

In the Tier 2 exam, the computer module has 15 questions. Each question carries 3 marks, making it a total of 45 marks. But here is the most important thing you need to know: It is qualifying in nature. You do not need to score 45 out of 45. You need to get the minimum passing marks to stay in the race.

However, the questions asked here are not basic Class 5 questions like “What is a mouse?” SSC tests your practical knowledge. They want to see if you can work in an office. They focus on:

• MS Office: Keyboard shortcuts for MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Internet & Emails: How to send emails, what CC and BCC mean, and web browsers.
• Cyber Security: Viruses, malware, hackers, and how to protect data.
• Networking: IP addresses, LAN, WiFi, and basic network shapes (topologies).

If you study these specific topics, you can easily clear the cutoff in just 5 minutes during the exam.

Important Computer Knowledge Questions for SSC CHSL Tier 2

Here, we have provided some important questions that you should attempt to check your preparation for the computer knowledge questions. These questions will help you boost your preparation for this section and qualifying this section easily.

Q1. In MS Excel, which shortcut key is used to edit the contents of a selected cell?

(a) F1
(b) F2
(c) F4
(d) F5

Answer: (b) F2

Logic:
Pressing F2 allows you to edit the contents of the selected cell.
F1 opens Help.
F5 is used for “Go To”.

Q2. While sending an email, what does BCC stand for?

(a) Blind Carbon Copy
(b) Basic Carbon Copy
(c) Blind Current Copy
(d) Before Carbon Copy

Answer: (a) Blind Carbon Copy

Logic:
If you add someone in BCC, other recipients cannot see that person’s email address.
It hides the address for privacy.

Q3. Which type of malware locks your computer files and demands money to unlock them?

(a) Trojan Horse
(b) Spyware
(c) Ransomware
(d) Adware

Answer: (c) Ransomware

Logic:
“Ransom” means money demanded to release something.
Ransomware locks your files and asks for payment (usually cryptocurrency) to unlock them.

Q4. What is the size of an IPv4 address?

(a) 16 bits
(b) 32 bits
(c) 64 bits
(d) 128 bits

Answer: (b) 32 bits

Logic:
IPv4 uses a 32-bit address.
IPv6 uses a 128-bit address.

Q5. In MS Word, what is the shortcut key to insert a Page Break?

(a) Shift + Enter
(b) Ctrl + Enter
(c) Alt + Enter
(d) Tab + Enter

Answer: (b) Ctrl + Enter

Logic:
Ctrl + Enter inserts a page break and moves the cursor to the next page instantly.

Q6. Which of the following is a Web Browser and NOT a Search Engine?

(a) Google
(b) Bing
(c) Yahoo
(d) Google Chrome

Answer: (d) Google Chrome

Logic:
Google Chrome is a browser software.
Google, Bing, and Yahoo are search engines used inside a browser.

Q7. In a computer network, what is the layout called where all computers are connected to a single central device (Hub or Switch)?

(a) Ring Topology
(b) Bus Topology
(c) Star Topology
(d) Mesh Topology

Answer: (c) Star Topology

Logic:
All devices connect to one central point, forming a star-like shape.
If the central hub fails, the whole network stops.

Q8. Which shortcut key is used to quickly lock your Windows computer?

(a) Ctrl + L
(b) Alt + L
(c) Windows Key + L
(d) Shift + L

Answer: (c) Windows Key + L

Logic:
Press Windows Key + L to instantly lock your computer screen.

Q9. Which memory acts as a high-speed buffer between the CPU and the main memory (RAM)?

(a) ROM
(b) Cache Memory
(c) Flash Memory
(d) Hard Disk

Answer: (b) Cache Memory

Logic:
Cache memory is very fast and located inside or near the CPU.
It stores frequently used data for quick access.

Q10. What is the full form of URL?

(a) Universal Resource Locator
(b) Uniform Resource Locator
(c) Uniform Resource Link
(d) Universal Resource Link

Answer: (b) Uniform Resource Locator

Logic:
A URL is the web address of a page on the internet, like www.google.com.

5 Simple Tips to Prepare for Computer Knowledge

You don’t need a degree in computer science to pass this test. You just need to study smartly. Here are 5 practical tips to help you score the qualifying marks easily:

1. Practice on a Real PC: Do not just read MS Word and Excel books. Open a laptop, click on the buttons, and see what happens. When you see it with your own eyes, you remember it forever.
2. Make a Shortcut Key Chart: SSC loves shortcut keys. Write down all important shortcuts of Windows, Word, and Excel on a piece of paper. Paste it near your study table and read it daily.
3. Learn the Full Forms: You will definitely see 1 or 2 questions asking for full forms like HTTP, FTP, ROM, LAN, or USB. Make a list of 50 basic computer full forms and revise them.
4. Understand Cyber Security Basics: Read simple definitions of Virus, Trojan, Worm, Phishing, and Antivirus. SSC asks practical questions on how to stay safe on the internet.
5. Give Topic-wise Mock Tests: Reading is passive, testing is active. Give free computer quizzes online to see if you can recall the answer in 10 seconds.

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