Computer Systems Overview

What is the general term for the physical components that make up a typical computer system?

• Hardware

• Software

• Firmware

• Peripheral devices

What is the function of the motherboard in a computer?

• To store data permanently

• To allow the processor and other hardware to communicate

• To provide sound output

• To display graphics

What type of memory is RAM?

• Volatile

• Non-volatile

• Permanent

• Temporary

What is the purpose of a graphics card?

• To process sound

• To send graphical information to a display

• To store data

• To manage system resources

What is the main function of application software?

• To manage hardware

• To help users complete specific tasks

• To provide system utilities

• To translate programming languages

What is a compiler?

• A program that translates high-level language into machine code

• A program that combines object files into a single program

• A program that manages hardware resources

• A program that provides antivirus protection

What are input devices used for?

• To enter data into the computer

• To present processed data

• To store data permanently

• To manage system resources

What is the difference between analogue and digital data?

• Analogue data is continuous, digital data is binary

• Analogue data is stored on disks, digital data is not

• Analogue data is faster than digital data

• Analogue data is used for software, digital data is not

What does ADC stand for?

• Analog to Digital Converter

• Analog Data Controller

• Analog Digital Converter

• Analog Device Controller

What does DAC stand for?

• Digital to Analog Converter

• Digital Audio Controller

• Digital Analog Converter

• Digital Application Controller