Podcast
Questions and Answers
What is the primary function of a Tri-state Buffer in a computer system?
What is the primary function of a Tri-state Buffer in a computer system?
- To amplify weak signals
- To encode binary data
- To decode binary instructions
- To avoid loading during read operation (correct)
In a Priority-based scheduling system, what phenomenon can occur when a high-priority process is waiting for a resource held by a low-priority process?
In a Priority-based scheduling system, what phenomenon can occur when a high-priority process is waiting for a resource held by a low-priority process?
- Starvation (correct)
- Resource Allocation
- System Bus
- Deadlock
What is the term for dividing physical memory into fixed-sized blocks?
What is the term for dividing physical memory into fixed-sized blocks?
- Paging
- Frames
- Pages (correct)
- Segmentation
Which of the following devices enables the microprocessor to read data from external devices?
Which of the following devices enables the microprocessor to read data from external devices?
What is the purpose of swap space in a computer system?
What is the purpose of swap space in a computer system?
What type of error will be handled by the operating system?
What type of error will be handled by the operating system?
Which of the following components is considered the fastest?
Which of the following components is considered the fastest?
What is the primary function of a modem?
What is the primary function of a modem?
What is the term for a program that is stored in ROM and is used to initialize a computer?
What is the term for a program that is stored in ROM and is used to initialize a computer?
What is the main function of RAM in a computer system?
What is the main function of RAM in a computer system?
What does EPROM stand for?
What does EPROM stand for?
What is the primary function of the System call routine in an Operating System?
What is the primary function of the System call routine in an Operating System?
What is the function of a kernel in an operating system?
What is the function of a kernel in an operating system?
Which type of address is generated by the CPU during program execution?
Which type of address is generated by the CPU during program execution?
What is the role of the Instruction Register in a CPU?
What is the role of the Instruction Register in a CPU?
Which of the following is a type of memory that is not directly accessible by the CPU?
Which of the following is a type of memory that is not directly accessible by the CPU?
What is the purpose of a software interrupt?
What is the purpose of a software interrupt?
What is the term for the agreement between the user and the software provider?
What is the term for the agreement between the user and the software provider?
Flashcards
Cache Memory
Cache Memory
Fast memory used for quick access to frequently used data.
External Memory
External Memory
Memory external to the main system, like a hard drive.
Secondary Memory
Secondary Memory
Non-volatile memory used for long-term storage.
Virtual Memory
Virtual Memory
Signup and view all the flashcards
System Call Routine
System Call Routine
Signup and view all the flashcards
EULA
EULA
Signup and view all the flashcards
Instruction Register
Instruction Register
Signup and view all the flashcards
Logical Address
Logical Address
Signup and view all the flashcards
Frames
Frames
Signup and view all the flashcards
Pages
Pages
Signup and view all the flashcards
Backing Store
Backing Store
Signup and view all the flashcards
Swap Space
Swap Space
Signup and view all the flashcards
RAM
RAM
Signup and view all the flashcards
Kilobyte (KB)
Kilobyte (KB)
Signup and view all the flashcards
ROM, EPROM, PROM
ROM, EPROM, PROM
Signup and view all the flashcards
Modem
Modem
Signup and view all the flashcards
Bootstrap Loader
Bootstrap Loader
Signup and view all the flashcards
RAM
RAM
Signup and view all the flashcards
Study Notes
Memory and Storage
- Cache Memory, External Memory, Secondary Memory, and Virtual Memory are types of memory.
- Virtual Memory uses a storage protocol rather than a networking protocol.
Operating System
- System call routine in OS performs I/O via the help of Device Driver.
- EULA stands for End User License Agreement.
- CPU can access Main Memory directly.
CPU and Instruction
- Software may trigger an interrupt by executing a special operation called a System call.
- The Instruction Register contains the instruction most recently fetched.
- Logical Address is generated by CPU during a program execution.
Computer Processing
- Physical memory can be divided into fixed-sized blocks called frames.
- Logical memory can be divided into fixed-sized blocks called pages.
- The processor fetches instructions from backing store during computer processing.
Operating System Errors and Devices
- Power failure, lack of paper in printer, and connection problem in the network are errors handled by the operating system.
- A joystick is a device that enables the microprocessor to read data from external devices.
- A Tri-state Buffer is a device used to avoid loading during read operation.
Scheduling and Resource Management
- Starvation generally occurs in a Priority-based scheduling System.
- Resource management can be done through System Bus.
Hard Disk and RAM
- Swap space is a space on a hard disk used as an extension of a computer's real memory (RAM).
- RAM is a volatile memory.
Data and Storage
- A kilobyte (KB) is equal to 1024 bytes.
- ROM, EPROM, and PROM are types of non-volatile memory.
Computer Devices and Networking
- CPU is the fastest among CPU, Magnetic Tapes and Disks, Video Terminal, and Sensors, Mechanical Controllers.
- A Modem is a device that converts computer output into a form that can be transmitted over a telephone line.
Bootstrap Loader and ROM
- ROM is needed for storing an initial program called Bootstrap Loader.
- Another term for Main Memory is RAM.
- EEPROM stands for Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
