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What is the function of an Operating System?

  • Acts as a security firewall for the computer system
  • Provides the user interface only
  • Manages hardware resources and provides services for applications (correct)
  • Performs complex calculations
  • Which of the following is a secondary memory storage device?

  • Optical Disk (correct)
  • RAM
  • Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Cache Memory
  • What is the purpose of a Topology in networking?

  • Determines the speed of the network
  • Monitors network security
  • Defines the structure or layout of a network (correct)
  • Installs software on network devices
  • What is the primary function of a Processor (CPU)?

    <p>Interprets and executes instructions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the difference between primary memory and secondary memory.

    <p>Primary memory is volatile and temporary, while secondary memory is non-volatile and permanent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Primary Memory (RAM) considered volatile?

    <p>Data is lost when power is turned off</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the function of an Operating System in a computer system.

    <p>An Operating System manages hardware resources, provides a user interface, and allows applications to run on the computer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main differences between LAN, MAN, and WAN in networking?

    <p>LAN is a local network within a small geographical area, MAN covers a larger area such as a city, and WAN spans across multiple cities or countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the concept of binary, octal, decimal, and hexadecimal number systems.

    <p>Binary uses 0 and 1, octal uses 0-7, decimal uses 0-9, and hexadecimal uses 0-9 and A-F.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Differentiate between algorithm, pseudo code, and flow charts in the context of programming.

    <p>An algorithm is a step-by-step procedure to solve a problem, pseudo code is a high-level description of an algorithm, and flow charts use graphical symbols to represent the logic of an algorithm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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