Computer Types and Classification

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What is the primary function of a bootstrap?

To load a larger program into memory (correct)
To display Web pages from a web server
To read a simple loader program from a disk
To interrupt execution of a program in response to a request

What is a bug in the context of a computer program?

A dynamic error during program execution
A storage area for frequently accessed data
A static mistake in the program code (correct)
A high-speed buffer memory

What is the purpose of a cache memory?

To provide a high-speed buffer between the CPU and main memory (correct)
To store data in the form of magnetic bubbles
To load a program into memory from a disk
To interrupt execution of a program in response to a request

What is a browser used for?

To communicate with a web server and display Web pages (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the minimum quantity of information that a computer can handle?

Bit (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a cold boot?

A process of starting the computer by turning the system's power switch (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a fax modem?

To transmit and receive faxes without interrupting other applications (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a file in the context of computing?

A document or collection of information stored on a disk (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a firewall in a computer network?

To protect a company's private network from unauthorized access (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is handshaking in the context of data transfer?

A method of synchronizing data transfer between two devices (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a gateway in a computer network?

A means of accessing information in a different service or network (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a hacker in the context of computer security?

A person who gains access to computer systems illegally (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a mainframe computer?

To run several programs simultaneously in large and centralized applications (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of computer is used in business data processing at a single location?

Minicomputer (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of High Level Language?

It is similar to natural English language (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Binary Coded Decimal?

To represent each digit of a decimal number by its binary equivalent (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the lowest level of programming language?

Machine Language (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of Supercomputer?

It is extremely powerful and has specific functions (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a linker?

To create a load module from one or more object modules (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a macro?

A program consisting of recorded keystrokes and commands (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for concurrent execution of two or more programs in a job?

Multitasking (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a modem?

To convert digital signals to analog signals (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a device that allows the user to interact directly with the computer screen?

Light pen (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a set of programs that lies between applications software and the computer hardware?

Operating system (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a specific register that always points to the address of the next instruction to be executed?

Instruction register (B) Signup and view all the answers

What provides temporary data storage in sequential order, usually on a last-in, first-out basis?

Stacks (C) Signup and view all the answers

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