Fundamentals of Information Systems and Computer Hardware Quiz

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Which type of software is responsible for managing computer resources and provides a user interface?

Operating System

Which type of computer is accessed remotely by users and is often rented instead of owned?

Servers / cloud computers

Which component in the System Unit is responsible for holding data currently being processed and the processed information before it is output?

Memory

Which type of software is designed to convert data into information?

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

Which type of secondary storage has no moving parts, is more reliable, and requires less power than hard disks?

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

What is the main focus of the text provided?

<p>Explaining the components and functions of an information system</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of software is responsible for controlling the basic operations of a computer?

<p>System software</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between general purpose and specialized applications?

<p>General purpose applications are tailored for specific tasks, while specialized applications cater to a wide range of tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four types of personal computers mentioned in the text?

<p>Desktops, laptops, tablets, servers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of file is used to store a collection of related data in a structured format?

<p>Database file</p> Signup and view all the answers

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