4.6 Fundamentals of computer systems

Which architecture does this diagram of the three-box model represent?

• von Neumann architecture
• Harvard architecture
• Neoclassical architecture

A touchscreen display is which type of peripheral device?

(check all that apply)

• Secondary storage
• Input
• Output

Embedded computers, such as those found inside a washing machine, are general purpose computers that are capable of running a wide range of software.

• True
• False

Which of the following are application software?

(check all that apply)

• Word processors
• Spreadsheet software
• Presentation creators
• Video games
• Movie editing

Compilers, assemblers and interpreters are all types of system software.

To which sub-category do they belong?

• Operating systems
• Utility programs
• Libraries
• Translators

Write a single sentence description in your own words for each of the following five operating system functions - 1. Processor scheduling

2. Handling interrupts

3. Memory management

4. Secondary storage management

5. Input/output device management