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What is the role of system software in a computer?
What is the role of system software in a computer?
- System software directs the operation of the processor and tells the computer's memory, arithmetic and logic unit, and input and output devices how to respond to instructions. (correct)
- System software performs mathematical and logical operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, logic, and comparison.
- System software allows users to define programs and instructions for specific tasks.
- System software makes the physical machine perform tasks and includes programs like MSPowerPoint, Word Doc, and Excel.
What is the fundamental building block of the central processing unit (CPU) of a computer?
What is the fundamental building block of the central processing unit (CPU) of a computer?
- Input
- Arithmetic logic unit (ALU) (correct)
- Output
- Memory
What does the Von Neumann architecture of a computer include?
What does the Von Neumann architecture of a computer include?
- Pre-coded instructions for performing tasks
- Memory, I/O system, arithmetic/logic unit, and control unit (correct)
- Physical machine performing tasks
- User-defined programs and applications
Which type of software allows users to write their own applications and user-defined programs?
Which type of software allows users to write their own applications and user-defined programs?
Which hardware component of a computer is responsible for performing arithmetic and logical operations?
Which hardware component of a computer is responsible for performing arithmetic and logical operations?
What type of data representation uses the method of Signed Magnitude Representation?
What type of data representation uses the method of Signed Magnitude Representation?
Which component of a computer is responsible for storing, retrieving, and processing information under the control of a set of instructions?
Which component of a computer is responsible for storing, retrieving, and processing information under the control of a set of instructions?
What is the main function of the internal bus architecture in a computer?
What is the main function of the internal bus architecture in a computer?
What does software refer to in the context of computers?
What does software refer to in the context of computers?
