32 Questions
What is the main function of a smartphone?
Acting as a handheld computer with wireless Internet connection
Which of the following best describes tablets?
Handheld devices with limited I/O abilities like a PC
What is wearable technology commonly referred to as?
Wearables
Which type of device can be worn as an accessory, embedded in clothing, or even implanted in the body?
Wearable technology
What is the primary purpose of game consoles?
Displaying video signals for video games
What is the main function of a computer system?
To process input into output
Which term describes the actions or routines performed by a computer to convert input into output?
Process
What defines a computer system?
Both hardware and software
Which element of a computer system involves data or instructions that are entered into the computer?
Input
What type of software includes programs like word processors and spreadsheets?
Application software
How is custom-written software different from off-the-shelf software?
Off-the-shelf software is designed for individual organizations
What is custom-written software typically developed for?
Specific companies or businesses
Which of the following is a reason for developing custom-written software?
It requires specialist programming skills
What advantage does off-the-shelf software have over custom-written software?
Availability of telephone helplines
Why can it be challenging to find a programmer for off-the-shelf software?
Customers are not permitted to sell the software
What is a disadvantage of off-the-shelf software compared to custom-written software?
May contain unnecessary features
Which type of software ownership allows the customer to sell the software to others?
Custom-written software ownership
What is a key feature of LumaFusion 2.0 as mentioned in the text?
Adding transitions between video clips
Which software allows manipulation of lines, curves, and text to alter stored images?
Adobe Photoshop on iPadOS
What distinguishes bitmap images from vector images?
Bitmap images can change pixels to produce different images.
Which task is NOT typically associated with graphics editing software?
Changing bitmap images to vector images
What type of software replaces manual drafting with an automated process?
Computer-aided design (CAD) software
Which software allows for rearranging, adding, or removing sections of video and audio clips?
LumaFusion 2.0
What is a microprocessor?
A single integrated circuit that is the heart of most PCs
What is the role of the control unit in a CPU?
Ensures synchronization of data flow and program instructions
What is the purpose of a graphics coprocessor/GPU?
Displays 3D images and encrypts data
What type of memory acts as an immediate access store?
RAM
What are buses in computer hardware?
Groups of parallel microscopic wires connecting processors to memory
What does the address bus do in a computer system?
Specifies a physical address in memory for data access
Which component allows a computer to produce sounds and record sound input?
Sound card
What is the function of an ALU in a CPU?
Carries out calculations and logical decisions
What is the primary role of coprocessors in computing?
Improve specific computing operations by handling them separately
Learn about the differences between a CPU and a microprocessor, which are essential components in most PCs and household devices. Discover the key functions of a CPU, including the control unit for data flow synchronization and the arithmetic logic unit for calculations.
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