Overview of Computer Systems - Freshman Code

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What is the function of Memory (RAM)?

  • Presents information to the user in a human-readable form
  • Allows users to provide input to the computer
  • Enables quick access to frequently used information (correct)
  • Permanent storage for files and programs

Which storage type provides permanent storage for files and programs?

  • Hard Drives (correct)
  • Solid State Drives (SSDs)
  • Input Devices
  • Memory (RAM)

What is the function of Output Devices?

  • Enables quick access to frequently used information
  • Presents information to the user in a human-readable form (correct)
  • Manages hardware resources and provides a user interface
  • Allows users to provide input to the computer

Which software manages hardware resources and provides a user interface?

<p>Operating System (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Input Devices?

<p>Allows users to provide input to the computer (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of software enables the computer to perform tasks?

<p>Application Software (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a computer system?

<p>A set of interconnected hardware and software components (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component is known as the 'brain of the computer'?

<p>Central Processing Unit (CPU) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of systems?

<p>Interaction with the environment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the CPU of a computer system do?

<p>Performs calculations and executes instructions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are typical output devices in a computer system?

<p>Monitor and Printer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes a system?

<p>It involves interconnected components working together for a specific purpose (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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