10 Questions
Which task are computer scientists usually more concerned with?
Writing complex program algorithms
What is one reason why the execution time of complex algorithms may vary?
The interaction between hardware and software
Why is it important to understand how hardware interacts with software?
To understand why algorithms work well on computer systems
What can studying computer organization and architecture help with?
Understanding the relation between hardware and software
What can cause an algorithm to be infeasible on some computer systems?
The hardware components of the computer system
Which of the following best describes computer organization?
The physical features of computer systems
What does computer architecture primarily focus on?
The instruction sets and data types
What is the main purpose of studying computer architecture?
To design a computer system
What does ISA stand for in computer architecture?
Instruction Set Architecture
What does computer architecture encompass?
The structure of computer systems
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