Computer System Architecture
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What is the primary function of the Control Unit in the CPU?

  • Moving data between the computer and its external environment
  • Controlling the operation of the CPU and hence the computer (correct)
  • Providing internal storage to the CPU
  • Performing the computer's data processing functions
  • What is the purpose of the System Interconnection in a computer system?

  • To provide communication among CPU, main memory, and I/O (correct)
  • To store data temporarily while it is being processed
  • To transfer data between computer storage and external environment
  • To process data between storage and external environment
  • What is the function of the ALU in the CPU?

  • Controlling the operation of the CPU and hence the computer
  • Moving data between the computer and its external environment
  • Providing internal storage to the CPU
  • Performing the computer's data processing functions (correct)
  • What is the primary function of the Control Unit in a CPU?

    <p>Manage data transfer between components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Main Memory in a computer system?

    <p>To store data temporarily while it is being processed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the I/O component in a computer system?

    <p>To move data between the computer and its external environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of registers are used to store temporary results and intermediate data in a CPU?

    <p>General purpose registers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe a generic connection interface that connects a computer peripheral to a PC motherboard?

    <p>Interconnect component</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the System Bus in a computer system?

    <p>To provide communication among CPU, main memory, and I/O</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Input/Output (I/O) subsystem in a computer?

    <p>Provide a way for the central system to communicate with the outside environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main printed circuit board (PCB) in a computer that connects all of its components and external peripherals?

    <p>Motherboard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the component of a CPU that performs arithmetic and logical operations?

    <p>ALU (Arithmetic Logic Unit)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the control function in a computer system?

    <p>To control all the functions within and outside the PC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between data storage and data communication?

    <p>Data storage is holding data, while data communication is transmitting data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the functional view of a system primarily concerned with?

    <p>The architectural elements that deliver the system's functionality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the structure and function of a system?

    <p>The structure is how the components fit together, while the function is what each part can do</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of data processing in a computer system?

    <p>Processing data on the fly, such as in a spreadsheet calculation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a computer's I/O system?

    <p>To transmit data between systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

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