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At what pace is computer technology changing?
At what pace is computer technology changing?
- medium
- slow
- rapid (correct)
- non-existent
What does computer architecture refer to?
What does computer architecture refer to?
- attributes that have a direct impact on the logical execution of a program (correct)
- logical execution of a program
- organization of a program
- design of a program
Which of the following is an example of an architectural attribute?
Which of the following is an example of an architectural attribute?
- program design
- memory organization
- I/O mechanisms (correct)
- control signals
What type of attributes include hardware details transparent to the programmer?
What type of attributes include hardware details transparent to the programmer?
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What type of design issue is whether a computer will have a multiply instruction?
What type of design issue is whether a computer will have a multiply instruction?
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What is a set of interrelated subsystems?
What is a set of interrelated subsystems?
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What is another term for an I/O device?
What is another term for an I/O device?
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What is used when data are moved over longer distances?
What is used when data are moved over longer distances?
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Study Notes
Computer Technology
- Computer technology is changing at a rapid pace.
Computer Attributes
- Computer architecture refers to attributes that have a direct impact on the logical execution of a program.
- Architectural attributes include I/O mechanisms.
Organizational Attributes
- Organizational attributes include hardware details transparent to the programmer.
Design Issues
- Whether a computer will have a multiply instruction is an architectural design issue.
System Design
- A system is a set of interrelated subsystems.
I/O Devices
- An I/O device is referred to as a peripheral.
Data Transfer
- When data are moved over longer distances, transmission is used.
Memory
- The memory stores data.
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