Mainframe Features Quiz
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Which type of computer makes up about 90 percent of large computers currently in use?

  • Supercomputers
  • Mainframe computers
  • Analog computers
  • General-purpose computers (correct)
  • What is the main advantage of larger mainframe computers over smaller computers?

  • They are less expensive
  • They use less energy
  • They take fewer steps to perform a particular operation (correct)
  • They are more widely available
  • What is the primary function of the high-speed main memories used in mainframe computers?

  • To execute complex instructions more quickly
  • To store data for long periods of time
  • To transfer data and programs to be dealt with (correct)
  • To perform calculations faster than other computers
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    Mainframe Computers

    • Mainframe computers make up about 90 percent of large computers currently in use.

    Advantage of Mainframe Computers

    • The main advantage of larger mainframe computers over smaller computers is their ability to handle large volumes of data and perform complex calculations with high speed and accuracy.

    High-Speed Main Memories

    • The primary function of high-speed main memories used in mainframe computers is to store and rapidly provide large amounts of data to the CPU for processing.

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    Test your knowledge on Mainframes and their features with this quiz! Learn about the high-speed main memories and immense processing capabilities of these powerful computer systems. Challenge yourself and improve your understanding of the field of computer science.

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