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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?

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?

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'?

Because it is rigid with respect to changes Signup and view all the answers

What forms a usable computing system?

A combination of hardware and software Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of software in a computer system?

To provide a set of instructions for hardware to execute Signup and view all the answers

What is the Von Neumann architecture?

A design architecture for an electronic digital computer Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'hardware' refer to?

The physical parts of a computer Signup and view all the answers

Why is hardware termed 'hard'?

Because it is rigid with respect to changes Signup and view all the answers

What forms a usable computing system?

A combination of hardware and software Signup and view all the answers

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.