Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Phobia

Question:

What is the fear of computers called?

Options:

Climacophobia

Cibophobia

Cyberphobia

Chronophobia

Correct Answer:

Cyberphobia

Explanation:

The fear of computers is called Cyberphobia. It is the irrational fear of computers, computer-related technology, or the internet. The word "cyber" comes from the Greek word for "helmsman", which means "steersman" or "pilot". People with cyberphobia may avoid using computers altogether, or to experience severe anxiety when they are around computers or the internet. They may also have a fear of being hacked or losing their data.

The other options are:

  • Climacophobia: fear of heights
  • Cibophobia: fear of food
  • Chronophobia is an extreme fear of time or the passage of time.