Computer Components and Functions

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What is the function of the processor (CPU) in a computer?

Printing documents

Performing calculations (correct)

Displaying output on the monitor

Storing temporary data

Which of the following is an example of an input device for a computer?

Hard disk

Keyboard (correct)

Monitor

Printer

What is the purpose of RAM in a computer?

Storing temporary data (correct)

Displaying output on the monitor

Storing permanent data

Processing data

Which phase of a computer involves executing programs and commands to perform operations on data?

Processing Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of an output device in a computer system?

Displaying results to the user Signup and view all the answers

Which component of a computer is responsible for storing permanent data?

Hard disk Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the operating system according to the text?

Managing computer resources and providing an interface between the user and the hardware Signup and view all the answers

Which mode involves retaining data to take advantage of it later?

Storage Signup and view all the answers

What does the operating system do in relation to running programs?

Loads programs into main memory for execution Signup and view all the answers

In what way does the operating system contribute to system stability according to the text?

Protecting the computer from viruses and malware Signup and view all the answers

Which component allows a user to interact with a computer through either a graphical or text interface?

User Interface Signup and view all the answers

What is a specific function of resource management in the operating system according to the text?

Managing resource usage like processor, memory, volumes, and I/O modules Signup and view all the answers

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What is the function of the processor (CPU) in a computer?

Which of the following is an example of an input device for a computer?

What is the purpose of RAM in a computer?

Which phase of a computer involves executing programs and commands to perform operations on data?

What is the function of an output device in a computer system?

Which component of a computer is responsible for storing permanent data?

What is the primary function of the operating system according to the text?

Which mode involves retaining data to take advantage of it later?

What does the operating system do in relation to running programs?

In what way does the operating system contribute to system stability according to the text?

Which component allows a user to interact with a computer through either a graphical or text interface?

What is a specific function of resource management in the operating system according to the text?

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