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What is the function of the CPU in a computer system?
What is the function of the CPU in a computer system?
- It stores the program that is running as well as the data.
- It runs the programs and performs the tasks that the program tells it to do. (correct)
- It refers to the physical devices that a computer is made of.
- It erases the RAM when the computer is turned off.
Which type of memory is considered the computer's work area?
Which type of memory is considered the computer's work area?
- Secondary storage
- Main memory (correct)
- Read-Only Memory (ROM)
- Random-Access Memory (RAM)
What are computer programs referred to?
What are computer programs referred to?
- The programs that run on a computer. (correct)
- The physical devices that a computer is made of.
- The central processing unit of a computer.
- The volatile type of memory used for temporary storage.
What was the ENIAC computer designed to calculate?
What was the ENIAC computer designed to calculate?
Which component is often referred to as the processor in a computer system?
Which component is often referred to as the processor in a computer system?
What is the purpose of a program in the context of computers?
What is the purpose of a program in the context of computers?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a device that can function as a computer?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a device that can function as a computer?
In which settings do people commonly use computers according to the text?
In which settings do people commonly use computers according to the text?
Which individuals are responsible for creating computer software according to the text?
Which individuals are responsible for creating computer software according to the text?
What is the common term used to refer to a set of computer instructions?
What is the common term used to refer to a set of computer instructions?
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CPU function
CPU function
Executes program instructions.
Main Memory
Main Memory
Computer's work area.
Computer Programs
Computer Programs
Sets of instructions for computers.
ENIAC's purpose
ENIAC's purpose
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Computer Processor
Computer Processor
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Program purpose
Program purpose
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Computer Software
Computer Software
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Computer Users (settings)
Computer Users (settings)
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Software Developers
Software Developers
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Computer Instructions
Computer Instructions
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