System Clock and Computer Operations
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What does the system clock do?

  • Increases the storage capacity of the computer
  • Generates random numbers
  • Transmits data signals for synchronization
  • Maintains operational harmony within the computer (correct)

What does a higher clock speed result in?

  • Reduced processing speed
  • More clock cycles per second (correct)
  • Decreased operational harmony
  • Less clock cycles per second

How does a higher clock speed impact overall computer performance?

  • It does not always equate to improved overall computer performance (correct)
  • It makes no difference to overall computer performance
  • It significantly reduces overall computer performance
  • It always guarantees improved overall computer performance

Which factor is NOT necessarily improved by a higher clock speed?

<p>Data storage capacity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary impact of a higher clock speed on computer operations?

<p>Faster execution of instructions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of computer performance may not be significantly influenced by a higher clock speed?

<p>Network connectivity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Control Bus in a computer system?

<p>Carrying control signals from the Control Unit to other computer components (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Control Bus typically 8-bits wide?

<p>To ensure efficient transmission of control signals within the computer system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which computer component benefits most directly from the signals carried by the Control Bus?

<p>Memory unit (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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