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What is the primary function of the control unit within the Central Processing Unit (CPU)?
What is the primary function of the control unit within the Central Processing Unit (CPU)?
- Manage data storage on peripheral devices
- Direct program instructions and data flow (correct)
- Establish network connections
- Perform arithmetic calculations
Which system board component provides pathways that support communication among various electronic components?
Which system board component provides pathways that support communication among various electronic components?
- Chips
- Bus lines (correct)
- Slots
- Socket
What constitutes the 'brains' of the computer?
What constitutes the 'brains' of the computer?
- Traffic monitor
- Control unit
- Data path
- Microprocessor (correct)
Which component acts as a connection point for chips on the system board?
Which component acts as a connection point for chips on the system board?
What type of operations does the Arithmetic-Logic Unit (ALU) perform?
What type of operations does the Arithmetic-Logic Unit (ALU) perform?
What distinguishes a slate tablet PC from traditional notebook computers?
What distinguishes a slate tablet PC from traditional notebook computers?
What are the components found in personal digital assistants (PDAs) and smartphones?
What are the components found in personal digital assistants (PDAs) and smartphones?
Which statement about the binary system is true?
Which statement about the binary system is true?
Which character coding scheme is primarily used for languages with large numbers of characters?
Which character coding scheme is primarily used for languages with large numbers of characters?
What is another name for the system board in a computer?
What is another name for the system board in a computer?
What does a 32-bit word computer allow the CPU to access at one time?
What does a 32-bit word computer allow the CPU to access at one time?
What is the primary function of a multi-core chip?
What is the primary function of a multi-core chip?
Which of the following best describes a coprocessor?
Which of the following best describes a coprocessor?
How is clock speed defined in the context of microprocessors?
How is clock speed defined in the context of microprocessors?
What is NOT a characteristic of specialty processors?
What is NOT a characteristic of specialty processors?
Which author focused on empowering information professionals through training on information and communication technology?
Which author focused on empowering information professionals through training on information and communication technology?
What is a common theme discussed in Baecker's and David's works?
What is a common theme discussed in Baecker's and David's works?
Which publication focuses on the current scenario of information technology in library science?
Which publication focuses on the current scenario of information technology in library science?
Who is an author that contributed instructional materials for students in the IT era?
Who is an author that contributed instructional materials for students in the IT era?
What is the primary focus of the presentation by L.T. David regarding libraries?
What is the primary focus of the presentation by L.T. David regarding libraries?
What type of power do computers primarily require?
What type of power do computers primarily require?
Which type of port is typically used for connecting printers and scanners?
Which type of port is typically used for connecting printers and scanners?
What component is primarily used in desktop computers to convert AC to DC?
What component is primarily used in desktop computers to convert AC to DC?
What type of devices primarily use IrDA technology?
What type of devices primarily use IrDA technology?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of expansion slots?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of expansion slots?
What is the purpose of the connectors on the ends of cables used for external devices?
What is the purpose of the connectors on the ends of cables used for external devices?
What component is crucial for the functioning of microprocessors?
What component is crucial for the functioning of microprocessors?
Which type of memory is considered non-volatile and retains information without power?
Which type of memory is considered non-volatile and retains information without power?
Study Notes
Slate Tablet PCs
- Similar to notebook computers
- Monitor is attached to the system unit
- Does not have an integrated keyboard
- Uses a mobile operating system
- Accepts gesture input
- Can display movies
- Primarily designed for content display
Handheld Computer Systems
- Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) and Smartphones: Electronic components, secondary storage, input/output devices.
- Palm Computers: Contain an entire computer system.
Electronic Data and Instructions
- Data and instructions are represented electronically.
- Computers recognize digital signals (electrical on/off states).
- The binary system uses two digits: 0 and 1.
- Each 0 or 1 is called a bit.
- Eight bits comprise a byte or one character.
Character Coding Schemes
- ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange): Common coding scheme.
- EBCDIC (Extended Binary Coded Decimal Interchange Code): Primarily used by mainframe and supercomputers.
- Unicode: Handles languages with extensive character sets.
System Board
- Also known as the Main board or Motherboard.
- Controls communications within the computer.
- Components connect to the system board.
- Provides a data path for communication.
- Monitors data traffic.
System Board Components
- Sockets: Connection points for chips.
- Chips: Tiny circuit boards etched onto silicon squares.
- Slots: Provide connections for specialized cards or circuit boards.
- Bus Lines: Pathways that enable communication between electronic components.
Microprocessor
- Central Processing Unit (CPU): Contained on the microprocessor chip.
- Considered the brain of the computer.
- Control Unit: Interprets program instructions.
- Arithmetic-Logic Unit (ALU): Performs arithmetic and logical operations.
Microprocessor Chips
- Word Size: Number of bits accessed by the CPU at once (e.g., 32-bit word = 4 bytes).
- Clock Speed: Processing speed measured in cycles per second.
- Multi-Core Chips: Allow a single computer to run multiple operations simultaneously.
Specialty Processors
- Coprocessors: Enhance specific computing tasks (e.g., Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)).
- Smart Cards: Plastic cards with embedded chips for data storage.
- RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) Tags: Information chips embedded in merchandise for tracking.
Computer Memory
- Random Access Memory (RAM): Temporary storage for active data and programs.
- Cache Memory: High-speed memory that stores frequently accessed data.
- DIMM (Dual Inline Memory Module): RAM modules with multiple memory chips.
- Virtual Memory: Uses hard disk space to extend RAM capacity.
- Read-Only Memory (ROM): Non-volatile memory that stores the system's boot-up instructions.
- Flash Memory: Non-volatile memory used in solid-state drives (SSDs) and USB thumb drives.
Expansion Slots and Cards
- Expansion Slots: Connectors on the system board for adding expansion cards.
- Expansion Cards: Circuit boards that provide additional functionality to the computer.
- Plug and Play: Automated configuration of new hardware.
- PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) Slots: Older standard for expanding notebook computers.
- ExpressCard Slots: Newer standard for expanding notebook computers.
Bus Lines
- Bus Width: Number of bits that can be transferred simultaneously.
- System Bus: Connects the CPU to memory and other components.
- Expansion Bus: Connects expansion cards to the system board.
- Bus Types: ISA (Industry Standard Architecture), PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect), and AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port).
Ports
- Standard Ports: Commonly used interfaces (e.g., USB, Ethernet).
- Specialized Ports: Designed for specific devices (e.g., HDMI, FireWire).
- Legacy Ports: Older ports still used for compatibility (e.g., PS/2).
Power Supply
- Computers require DC (direct current) power.
- AC (alternating current) from wall outlets or batteries is converted to DC.
- Power Supply Units: Used in desktop computers.
- AC Adapters: Used in notebooks and handheld computers.
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This quiz explores the features and functions of slate tablet PCs and handheld computer systems, including PDAs and smartphones. It covers fundamental electronic data representation, binary coding, and character coding schemes like ASCII and Unicode.
