Memory Management in Windows

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What is the function of the Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) in a CPU?

Manages the flow of information through the processor

Performs arithmetic calculations and logical operations (correct)

Coordinates all the processor's activities

Temporarily stores data needed by the ALU

Which component of a computer contains all essential chips and circuitry?

Registers

System unit

Control unit

Motherboard (correct)

What is the main function of the Control Unit in a CPU?

Manages the flow of information through the processor

Directs the operation of the ALU and other components (correct)

Performs arithmetic calculations and logical operations

Coordinates all the processor's activities

How many bytes can a 32-bit CPU process at once?

4 bytes Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Registers in a CPU?

Temporarily stores data needed by the ALU Signup and view all the answers

Which component of a computer is responsible for processing data?

Central Processing Unit (CPU) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Level 1 cache memory?

It is a small amount of memory stored on the CPU itself for quick access. Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a computer system has insufficient RAM?

The operating system slows down as it frequently moves data in and out of RAM. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of CPU can process 2 bytes at a time?

16-bit CPU Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of memory caches in relation to the CPU?

To speed up processing by storing frequently accessed data close to the CPU. Signup and view all the answers

What is thrashing in the context of computer systems?

A situation where the operating system spends more time swapping data than running software. Signup and view all the answers

How do system requirements impact software performance?

They are hardware characteristics that can affect how well software runs. Signup and view all the answers

During which generation of computers did microprocessors enable the development of personal computers?

Second Generation (early 1950s - late 1950s) Signup and view all the answers

Which component replaced vacuum tubes and made computers smaller, more reliable, and more energy-efficient in the second generation of computers?

Transistor Signup and view all the answers

Which operating system became standard during the second generation of computers?

MS-DOS Signup and view all the answers

What was primarily the use of the first electronic digital computers that were developed during the first generation (1940s - 1950s)?

Numerical calculations, especially for military and scientific purposes Signup and view all the answers

Which generation of computers are characterized by vacuum tube technology?

First Generation (1940s - 1950s) Signup and view all the answers

What type of programming languages emerged during the second generation of computers, making programming easier?

High-level programming languages Signup and view all the answers