10 Questions
What is another term commonly used to refer to the primary storage of a computer?
Main memory
Which type of access property does the main memory have?
Random access
What happens when a write operation is performed on a memory location?
It is destructive to its previous contents
How can a computer's primary storage capacity be increased?
By adding more memory chips
Which type of memory chip is specifically designed for programs and data that do not change?
ROM
What is the main difference between hardware and software costs?
Hardware is a one-time expense, while software is a continuing expense
Which category of software is responsible for controlling the operation and extending the processing capability of a computer system?
System software
What are the programs included in a system software package called?
System programs
Which type of software is specifically designed to solve a specific problem or perform a specific task?
Application software
What do application programmers specialize in creating?
Application programs
Learn about the central processing unit (CPU) which is considered the brain of a computer system. Understand the functions of the control unit (CU) and arithmetic logic unit (ALU). Explore the fundamental components of a computer's processor and memory architecture.
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