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Development of Extensive Object Oriented Applications - What is a Computer
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Development of Extensive Object Oriented Applications - What is a Computer

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Which component of a computer is considered as the brain of the system?

  • CPU (correct)
  • Memory
  • Monitor
  • Hard disk
  • What is the function of a computer?

  • Storing data and program instructions
  • Improving the speed of CPU
  • Executing program instructions for CPU
  • Performing calculations based on a set of instructions (correct)
  • What is the unit used to measure the speed of the CPU?

  • Kilohertz (KHz)
  • Megahertz (MHz) (correct)
  • Gigabyte (GB)
  • Terabyte (TB)
  • What is the main function of memory in a computer?

    <p>To store data and program instructions for CPU execution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done before a program and its data can be executed in a computer?

    <p>They must be brought to memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many bits does each byte hold in a memory unit?

    <p>Eight bits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of language is machine language?

    <p>A language composed of binary code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the content of a memory byte when new information is placed in it?

    <p>It is lost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does SSD stand for in the context of storage devices?

    <p>Solid-state devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of programming language is difficult to read and modify?

    <p>Machine Language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum storage unit in a computer?

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

    In which language do we write programs in terms of the desired operation and memory locations?

    <p>Assembly Language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Without programs, a computer is an empty machine.' This statement emphasizes the importance of:

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

    'Data of various kinds are encoded as a series of bits (zeros and ones).' This statement refers to the process of:

    <p>Data Storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Memory is volatile, because information is lost when the power is off.' This statement is referring to the nature of which type of memory?

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

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