Types and Components of Computer Systems: CPU part 2
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What is the main function of the CPU in a computer system?

  • Interprets and executes commands (correct)
  • Controls input and output devices
  • Stores data temporarily
  • Performs calculations and logical decisions

    • Which component of the CPU carries out calculations and makes logical decisions?

  • Registers
  • Control unit
  • Internal memory
  • Arithmetic and logic unit (ALU) (correct)

    • What type of memory is RAM in a computer system?

  • Volatile memory (correct)
  • Read-only memory
  • External memory
  • Permanent memory

    • Where is data temporarily stored when running applications on a computer?

    <p>RAM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of read-only memory (ROM) in a computer system?

    <p>Store permanent information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the CPU controls the input and output devices?

    <p>Control unit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of ROM chips?

    <p>They store data that is not lost when power is turned off</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the content stored on a ROM chip?

    <p>BIOS and data needed at start-up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the boot file stored on a ROM chip?

    <p>To tell the computer what to do when it first starts up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the BIOS do when the computer is turned on?

    <p>Performs a hardware check on devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the BIOS store the date, time, and system configuration?

    <p>In CMOS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of memory device is ROM known as?

    <p>Non-volatile permanent memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

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