Computer Systems Overview
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What is the primary function of a computer system?

  • To provide hardware and software to users
  • To accept input in the form of data and process it (correct)
  • To organize raw facts and statistics
  • To generate meaningful information
  • Which component of a computer system consists of physical devices like a keyboard and monitor?

  • Software
  • Users
  • Hardware (correct)
  • Data
  • What is the role of system software in a computer system?

  • Generate meaningful information for users
  • Control internal computer operations (correct)
  • Act as an interface between users and computer resources
  • Organize raw data into facts and statistics
  • Which type of software acts as an interface between users and all computer resources?

    <p>Operating system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do users do in a computer system?

    <p>Write computer programs or interact with the computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of a computer system includes programs that instruct and govern computer operations?

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

    What is the main function of an operating system?

    <p>Making computer systems convenient to use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of operating system allows multiple users to access the system simultaneously?

    <p>Time-sharing operating system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a compiler in language processing?

    <p>Converting high-level language program into machine language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does an assembler do in the context of language processing?

    <p>Converts assembly language into machine language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which form is the program code written by a programmer, before being translated into machine language?

    <p>High-level language</p> Signup and view all the answers

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