20 Questions
What is the most basic unit of memory?
Bit
Where is data stored for long-term storage?
Hard Disk
What is the main characteristic of main memory (RAM)?
Lost when program exits
What does a software program consist of?
Both program and data
What is the purpose of a software program?
Manipulates or moves information
What is the primary function of the motherboard in a computer system?
Provide electrical connections for the communication between components
Which component of a computer system is responsible for carrying out the instructions of a computer program?
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
What is the role of memory in a computer system?
Hold digital data used for computing for some interval of time
Which part of a computer system is responsible for providing the final sum in an addition operation?
Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
What are the components, devices, and recording media that hold digital data used for computing known as?
Memory
The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is responsible for carrying out the instructions of a computer program.
True
The inputs in an addition operation provide the numbers to be subtracted.
False
Memory refers to computer components, devices, and recording media that hold analog data used for computing for some interval of time.
False
The motherboard provides the electrical connections by which the other components of the system communicate and hosts the graphics processing unit (GPU).
False
The main characteristic of main memory (RAM) is that it holds data for long-term storage.
False
The word 'Hello.' is stored in 8 memory cells.
False
A byte consists of 8 bits.
True
Data values are stored in a computer as a sequence of bytes.
False
The primary function of the motherboard in a computer system is to carry out the instructions of a program.
False
A software program consists of only data, not instructions.
False
Test your knowledge about the components of a personal computer, including input devices, output devices, and the motherboard. Explore the fundamental concepts related to computer hardware and its functionality.
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