chapter 1 part 1

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What are the three main components of computer systems?

Back

Hardware, software, and firmware.

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What is hardware?

Back

Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer that you can touch and feel, such as the monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

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What is software?

Back

Software is a set of instructions that interacts with hardware to perform tasks. Examples include operating systems and applications like Microsoft Office and Google Chrome.

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What is an operating system?

Back

An operating system is a crucial piece of software that coordinates the interaction between hardware and software applications, and between the user and the computer.

Front

Can you name some examples of operating systems?

Back

Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, macOS, Red Hat, and Ubuntu.

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What is a device driver?

Back

A device driver is a specific piece of software that enables the operating system to recognize and control a hardware component.

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Why are device drivers hardware and operating system specific?

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Because different operating systems may require different drivers for the same hardware component.

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What is the kernel in an operating system?

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The kernel is the central part of an operating system that connects hardware and applications.

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Where are software applications typically loaded?

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Software applications are normally loaded onto the hard drive.

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What is firmware?

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Firmware is a combination of hardware and software, such as electronic chips that contain built-in software.