Computer architecture

What is the role of the CPU in a basic computer system model?

• To store data permanently

• To process data

• To display data

• To input data

Which component is responsible for storing data in a basic computer system model?

• Input

• Output

• CPU

• RAM

What is the main function of the CPU in a computer system model?

• To store data

• To process data

• To output data

• To input data

Which of the following is an example of an output device?

• Keyboard

• Monitor

• Hard drive

• Mouse

Which of the following is an example of an input device?

• Printer

• Display

• Mouse

• Speaker

What is an example of an output device?

• Keyboard

• Microphone

• Speaker

• USB Memory stick

What was a major inefficiency of computers just after the Second World War?

• They were too fast.

• They were too small.

• They required rebuilding to carry out a task.

• They had too much memory.

What was the novel idea introduced to improve computer architecture after the Second World War?

• Storing data and programs in separate memories.

• Storing data and programs in the same memory.

• Using multiple CPUs for processing.

• Increasing the size of the computer.

What is the 'stored-program' architecture commonly known as?

• Harvard Architecture

• Von Neumann Architecture

• RISC Architecture

• CISC Architecture

What is the main function of the Control Unit in the von Neumann architecture?

• Perform arithmetic operations

• Store data

• Manage and coordinate the activities of the CPU

• Transfer data to output devices