Networking is an important topic in Class 10 Computer Applications that helps students understand how computers and devices communicate and share information. It covers concepts such as computer networks, network types, topologies, transmission media, internet services, and networking devices. These Networking MCQs are designed to strengthen conceptual understanding, improve problem-solving skills, and help students prepare effectively for board examinations.
Networking Class 10 Board MCQs
1. What is the Internet?
a. A type of computer software
b. A global network of interconnected computer networks
c. A local area network in a school
d. A type of computer hardware
Explanation: It is a network of networks where millions of computers worldwide connect to each other to share information.
2. What is the primary purpose of TCP/IP?
a. To manage web pages
b. To store emails on the server
c. To define how data is transmitted over the Internet
d. To secure websites using encryption
Explanation: TCP/IP stands for Transmission Control Protocol and Internet Protocol, which has a set of rules for sending and receiving data on the network.
3. In any email address, the username and the domain name are separated by symbol.
a. $
b. @
c. #
d. %
Explanation: The “@” is used in email to separate the username from the domain. For example, anuraganand2017@gmail.com. Here, anuraganand2017 is a username, and gmail.com is the domain name.
4. Which of the following refers to the rules that enable computers to communicate over a network?
a. Browser
b. e-Banking
c. Protocol
d. Text Editor
Explanation: A protocol is a set of rules that computers follow to communicate, like TCP/IP or HTTPS.
5. In the POP3 protocol, what does the number “3” signify?
a. It represents three computers involved.
b. It stands for the year 2003.
c. It refers to three main servers used in email delivery.
d. It indicates the third version of the Post Office Protocol.
Explanation: POP3 stands for “Post Office Protocol,” and “3” is a third version of the email retrieval protocol.
6. Ajay, a computer engineer, generally uses his laptop to remotely access customers’ computers in order to diagnose problems on their computers. Which protocol is being used for this purpose?
a. FTP
b. SMS
c. SMTP
d. TELNET
Explanation: TELNET is used for remote login, meaning you can log in to another computer using TELNET.
7. What is the World Wide Web?
a. A network hardware
b. Software to manage data
c. System of interlinked webpages
d. Web server
Explanation: WWW stands for “World Wide Web,” where all the websites and pages are linked together to access information via a browser.
8. Assertion (A): Blogs are an effective way for individuals to share their thoughts, knowledge, and experiences online.
Reason (R): Only professional web developers can create and maintain blogs.
a. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
b. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).
c. Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
d. Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.
Explanation: A blog is basically for everyone, not only professional developers, and these blogs can be designed by anyone.
9. Which of the following is a service for real-time text communication on the internet?
a. e-Learning
b. FTP
c. Video conferencing
d. Chat
Explanation: Real-time text communication is also known as instant text messaging, basically used for online communication like WhatsApp, Messenger, etc.
10. Which of the following protocols is used for secure remote login?
a. FTP
b. HTTPS
c. TELNET
d. HTTP
Explanation: HTTPS stands for “Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Secure”; it is an encrypted communication method that secures the communication in the network.
11. What is the primary function of a web browser?
a. To create web pages
b. To display the content of the World Wide Web
c. To manage web pages
d. For secure data transmission
Explanation: The browser is used to open websites; it helps to show web pages. The most popular browsers are Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Firefox.
12. A web server is
a. A program that downloads files
b. A type of web browser
c. A protocol used for secure communication
d. A computer that stores and delivers web pages
Explanation: The web server stores website-related information and sends it to the browser when requested.
13. What is the expanded form of TCP in TCP/IP?
a. Transmission Control Protocol
b. Transmission Central Protocol
c. Transfer Control Protocol
d. Transport Central Protocol
Explanation: TCP ensures reliable transmission of data packets.
14. What does the ‘https’ in a web address indicate?
a. The website is hosted on a local server.
b. The website is a search engine.
c. The website uses the standard HTTP protocol.
d. The website is secure using encryption.
Explanation: HTTPS stands for “Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Secure.” It helps to transfer the data between the browser and the web server using an encrypted format.
15. What is the meaning of downloading a file?
a. Transferring files to a remote server from our local device
b. Copying files from a remote server to our local device
c. Watching videos online
d. Modifying files on a remote server
16. Assertion (A): SSH is preferred over TELNET for remote login.
Reason (R): SSH is more secure than Telnet as it uses encryption to protect data.
a. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
b. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).
c. Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
d. Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.
Explanation: SSH is preferred because it encrypts data, unlike TELNET.
17. Arun is sending an e-mail to his office. Which protocol out of the following options will be used for the purpose?
a. FTP
b. HTTP
c. SMTP
d. SCP
Explanation: SMTP stands for “Simple Mail Transfer Protocol,” basically used for sending email from one email address to another.
18. What is the full form of FTP?
a. File Transfer Protocol
b. File Transmission Protocol
c. Fast Transfer Protocol
d. Fast Transmission Protocol
19. Select the correct option to fill in the blank:
A _ is an online platform or website where individuals or businesses regularly publish articles/journals, known as posts, on various topics.
a. Brower
b. Blog
c. News Group
d. Web Server
Explanation: A blog is a website where individuals regularly publish their articles.
20. Which of the following is not a search engine available over the Internet?
a. Google
b. Bing
c. Diksha
d. Yahoo
Explanation: “Diksha” is not a search engine; it is a government website.
21. Which of the following options is a network protocol that enables secure and encrypted file transfers between a client and a server?
a. SFTP
b. Telnet
c. SCP
d. HTTP
Explanation: SFTP stands for “Secure File Transfer Protocol,” which transfers the file in encrypted file transfer for safety.
22. Assertion (A): FTP is a networking protocol used for transferring files.
Reason (R): FTP is used when we want to view some data from a website.
a. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
b. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
c. Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
d. Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.
Explanation: FTP stands for “File Transfer Protocol.” It helps to transfer files like images, videos, text files, etc. But it is not used for “viewing data.”
23. Assertion (A): SMS is an acronym for Smart Message Service.
Reason (R): SMS is the most common technology for delivering short, concise, and important messages quickly.
a. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
b. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
c. Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
d. Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.
Explanation: SMS stands for “Short Message Service,” not Smart Message Service.
24. The letter “S” in the abbreviation HTTPS in the context of networking protocols stands for
a. Single
b. Static
c. Secure
d. Sensitive
25. Which of the following is not a web service?
a. Using Diksha learning portal
b. Sending and receiving email
c. File transfer over Bluetooth
d. Using a banking portal for online transactions
Explanation: File transfer over Bluetooth is not a web service; it is basically used for transferring files between two devices locally.
26. In 3G and 4G mobile technologies, the character ‘G’ stands for
a. Generation
b. GPRS
c. Grid
d. Google
27. A website or online platform where individuals or groups regularly publish written content, typically in a reverse chronological order, is known as a _____.
a. News Group
b. Blog
c. Chat Group
d. Social Networking
Explanation: Blogs publish posts in reverse chronological order.
28. Assertion (A): When you enter a query into a search engine, it retrieves and presents a list of web pages, documents, images, videos, or other types of content that are relevant to your search.
Reason (R): The goal of information retrieval is to effectively and efficiently find and present information that matches the user’s search criteria.
a. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
b. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
c. Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
d. Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.
Explanation: Search engines retrieve relevant content, and the goal of information retrieval is exactly that.
29. Assertion (A): It becomes difficult to update and maintain a website’s design using CSS.
Reason (R): CSS allows web developers to separate the presentation layer (styles and layout) from the content layer (HTML).
a. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
b. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
c. Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
d. Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.
Explanation: CSS makes updating easier, not harder.
30. Which of the following is not an e-shopping portal?
a. Swayam
b. Flipkart
c. Amazon
d. Snapdeal
Explanation: MMS allows sending images, audio, and video via mobile.
31. Which of the following is not an e-governance portal?
a. Umang
b. Digilocker
c. Sarathi
d. Swiggy
32. Telnet is used for:
a. Video Conferencing
b. Remote Login
c. Online Chatting
d. Sending e-mail
Explanation: Telnet lets you log in to another computer remotely.
33. A _ is a collection of multiple hyperlinked web pages.
a. Web Browser
b. Website
c. Web Server
d. Newsgroup
Explanation: A website is a collection of hyperlinked web pages.
34. Which of the following is the correct expansion of SMS?
a. Small Message Service
b. Small Multimedia Service
c. Short Multimedia Service
d. Short Message Service
Explanation: SMS is used for short text messages.
35. Which of the following is an e-shopping portal?
a. Diksha
b. Swayam
c. Flipkart
d. NPTEL
36. Which of the following is not an e-governance portal?
a. e-Aadhaar
b. DigiLocker
c. Sarathi
d. Zomato
37. The protocol that is used to send e-mails is __.
a. HTTP
b. POP
c. SMTP
d. FTP
Explanation: SMTP is used for sending email.
38. SFTP is used for:
a. Sending files over the Internet in a secure manner
b. Sending mail over the Internet in a secure manner
c. Video Conferencing
d. Secure Chat Services
Explanation: SFTP is used to transfer files in an encrypted format.
39. Assertion (A): MOOC helps geographically dispersed students to pursue any online course.
Reason (R): MOOC is a free web-based distance learning program.
a. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
b. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
c. Assertion (A) is true, and Reason (R) is false.
d. Assertion (A) is false, and Reason (R) is true.
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