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What is the main function of a computer processor?
What is the main function of a computer processor?
- Storing data on the hard disk
- Displaying results as text, numbers, graphics, or sound
- Performing mathematical or logical operations on data (correct)
- Managing the input/output communication
Where does a computer save the results of its processing?
Where does a computer save the results of its processing?
- On rotating circular platters
- In the primary memory
- On magnetic tapes
- On flash disks (correct)
Which type of memory stores all the data before it is processed by the processor?
Which type of memory stores all the data before it is processed by the processor?
- Cache memory
- Secondary memory (correct)
- Primary memory
- Hard disk
What is the unit of measurement usually used to quantify hard drive capacity?
What is the unit of measurement usually used to quantify hard drive capacity?
Which feature of computers expands their functions by enabling data exchange?
Which feature of computers expands their functions by enabling data exchange?
What is the purpose of the information processing cycle in computers?
What is the purpose of the information processing cycle in computers?
What are the four parts that make up a computer system?
What are the four parts that make up a computer system?
Which type of data does a digital device use?
Which type of data does a digital device use?
What is an input device in a computer?
What is an input device in a computer?
What does an output device do in a computer system?
What does an output device do in a computer system?
In a digital device, how many possible states do the circuits have?
In a digital device, how many possible states do the circuits have?
What is the main function of a computer in terms of information processing?
What is the main function of a computer in terms of information processing?
What is the main function of the Control Unit (CU) in a processor?
What is the main function of the Control Unit (CU) in a processor?
Which memory type is characterized by being non-volatile and only allowing reading, not writing?
Which memory type is characterized by being non-volatile and only allowing reading, not writing?
What is the role of Cache Memory in a computer system?
What is the role of Cache Memory in a computer system?
What happens to the contents of RAM when a computer is turned off?
What happens to the contents of RAM when a computer is turned off?
How does increasing the amount of RAM impact computer performance?
How does increasing the amount of RAM impact computer performance?
What is the unit of measurement for describing computer memory?
What is the unit of measurement for describing computer memory?
What type of waves does Infrared communication use?
What type of waves does Infrared communication use?
Why does Infrared communication require a line of sight visibility?
Why does Infrared communication require a line of sight visibility?
Which wireless communication form was likely the earliest?
Which wireless communication form was likely the earliest?
How do radio waves differ from signals used in Infrared communication?
How do radio waves differ from signals used in Infrared communication?
What is a key characteristic of Wi-Fi internet?
What is a key characteristic of Wi-Fi internet?
What is the primary function of maritime radio channels?
What is the primary function of maritime radio channels?
What is the relationship between a Kilobyte (KB) and a Megabyte (MB)?
What is the relationship between a Kilobyte (KB) and a Megabyte (MB)?
Which of the following is not a type of Optical Drive as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is not a type of Optical Drive as mentioned in the text?
What distinguishes Flash Memory from other types of memory mentioned in the text?
What distinguishes Flash Memory from other types of memory mentioned in the text?
What is the purpose of Satellite Communication as described in the text?
What is the purpose of Satellite Communication as described in the text?
Why are satellites used for wireless communication according to the text?
Why are satellites used for wireless communication according to the text?
Why is significant testing of technology involved before launching a satellite into space?
Why is significant testing of technology involved before launching a satellite into space?
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