12 Questions
What is the main function of the CPU in a computer system?
Interprets and executes commands
Which component of the CPU carries out calculations and makes logical decisions?
Arithmetic and logic unit (ALU)
What type of memory is RAM in a computer system?
Volatile memory
Where is data temporarily stored when running applications on a computer?
RAM
What is the purpose of read-only memory (ROM) in a computer system?
Store permanent information
Which component of the CPU controls the input and output devices?
Control unit
What is the main advantage of ROM chips?
They store data that is not lost when power is turned off
Which of the following best describes the content stored on a ROM chip?
BIOS and data needed at start-up
What is the purpose of the boot file stored on a ROM chip?
To tell the computer what to do when it first starts up
What does the BIOS do when the computer is turned on?
Performs a hardware check on devices
Where does the BIOS store the date, time, and system configuration?
In CMOS
What type of memory device is ROM known as?
Non-volatile permanent memory
Learn about the central processing unit (CPU) in a computer system, how it interprets and executes commands, and its evolution into microprocessors. Explore the key role of the CPU in computer hardware and software.
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