Information Systems and Computer Applications CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the purpose of a search engine?

  1. To find specific websites

  2. To store and manage data

  3. To connect two computers

  4. To encrypt data

The correct answer is: To find specific websites

A search engine's main purpose is to help users find specific websites or information on the internet. Option B, storing and managing data, is referring to a database or a file management system rather than a search engine. Option C, connecting two computers, is more related to networking and communication rather than searching for specific information. Option D, encrypting data, is a security measure and not related to the function of a search engine. Therefore, the correct answer is A as it best describes the primary purpose of a search engine.