Front

Computer _________ refers to those attributes that have a direct impact on the logical execution of a program.

Back

architecture

Front

A __________ system is a set of interrelated subsystems.

Back

hierarchical

Front

Architectural attributes include __________ .

Back

I/O mechanisms

Front

The use of multiple processors on the same chip is referred to as __________ and provides the potential to increase performance without increasing the clock rate.

Back

multicore

Front

The ENIAC used __________.

Back

vacuum tubes

Front

The __________ performs the computer's data processing functions.

Back

ALU

Front

Interrupts do not improve processing efficiency.

Back

False

Front

The basic function of a computer is to execute programs.

Back

True

Front

A(n) _________ is generated by a failure such as power failure or memory parity error.

Back

hardware failure interrupt

Front

In a volatile memory, information decays naturally or is lost when electrical power is switched off.

Back

True