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What is the Von Neumann architecture?
What is the Von Neumann architecture?
- A design architecture for an analog computer with subdivisions of a processing unit consisting of a control unit and input/output devices
- A design architecture for an electronic digital computer with subdivisions of a processing unit consisting of an arithmetic logic unit and control unit (correct)
- A design architecture for a quantum computer with subdivisions of a processing unit consisting of a quantum logic unit and memory unit
- A design architecture for a hybrid computer with subdivisions of a processing unit consisting of both analog and digital units
What does the term 'hardware' refer to?
What does the term 'hardware' refer to?
- The combination of physical and virtual components in a computer system
- The set of instructions that can be stored and run by a computer
- The physical parts of a computer, such as the case, CPU, RAM, monitor, and motherboard (correct)
- The process of executing commands or instructions on a computer
What is the primary function of software in a computer system?
What is the primary function of software in a computer system?
- To physically operate the computer's components
- To provide a set of instructions that can be stored and run by hardware (correct)
- To store and manage data within the computer
- To execute commands or instructions directed by the hardware
Why is hardware termed 'hard'?
Why is hardware termed 'hard'?
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What forms a usable computing system?
What forms a usable computing system?
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What is the primary function of software in a computer system?
What is the primary function of software in a computer system?
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What is the Von Neumann architecture?
What is the Von Neumann architecture?
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What does the term 'hardware' refer to?
What does the term 'hardware' refer to?
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Why is hardware termed 'hard'?
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What forms a usable computing system?
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Study Notes
Computer Architecture
- The Von Neumann architecture is a design model for computer architecture that uses a single bus to transport data, instructions, and addresses between the central processing unit (CPU), memory, and input/output devices.
Hardware and Software
- Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system, such as the central processing unit (CPU), memory, input/output devices, and storage devices.
- Hardware is termed 'hard' because it is physical and tangible, unlike software which is intangible.
Software
- The primary function of software in a computer system is to provide instructions that a computer can execute to perform specific tasks.
- Software provides the instructions that a computer needs to perform tasks, solve problems, and automate processes.
Computing System
- A usable computing system is formed by combining hardware (physical components) with software (instructions that the computer can execute).
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Test your knowledge of computer hardware with this quiz! Explore components like CPU, RAM, motherboard, storage, and more. Learn about the physical parts that make up a computer and their functions.
