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What factor should you consider when installing an application on your operating system?
What factor should you consider when installing an application on your operating system?
- Brand of the operating system
- Type of processor (correct)
- Amount of storage space
- Type of internet connection
How many values of memory can a 32-bit operating system reference?
How many values of memory can a 32-bit operating system reference?
- 18 quintillion
- 4 billion (correct)
- 2 to the 32nd power
- 17 billion gigabytes
What is one significant difference between a 32-bit and a 64-bit operating system?
What is one significant difference between a 32-bit and a 64-bit operating system?
- Speed of processor
- Size of the screen
- Amount of memory that can be accessed (correct)
- Brand of the computer
What is the approximate number of values a 64-bit operating system can reference?
What is the approximate number of values a 64-bit operating system can reference?
Why is it important to know if your operating system is 32-bit or 64-bit when installing applications?
Why is it important to know if your operating system is 32-bit or 64-bit when installing applications?
What is a logical limit for the amount of supported memory in many operating systems?
What is a logical limit for the amount of supported memory in many operating systems?
What type of driver version should match the operating system version being used?
What type of driver version should match the operating system version being used?
On a 64-bit OS, where are 32-bit applications usually stored?
On a 64-bit OS, where are 32-bit applications usually stored?
What is the difference in application compatibility between a 32-bit OS and a 64-bit OS?
What is the difference in application compatibility between a 32-bit OS and a 64-bit OS?
What is the function of an integrated graphics processor?
What is the function of an integrated graphics processor?
What are discrete graphics cards known for?
What are discrete graphics cards known for?
What specification is critical for ensuring proper application functionality?
What specification is critical for ensuring proper application functionality?
Which component is considered the overall computing capability for a computer?
Which component is considered the overall computing capability for a computer?
What role does RAM play in application usage?
What role does RAM play in application usage?
'Discrete graphics cards' are also known as what type of cards?
'Discrete graphics cards' are also known as what type of cards?
What is the primary difference in application storage between a 32-bit and 64-bit OS?
What is the primary difference in application storage between a 32-bit and 64-bit OS?
What is a good starting point to set a relative value between processors?
What is a good starting point to set a relative value between processors?
Which type of work would require a more high-powered CPU?
Which type of work would require a more high-powered CPU?
What would happen if the external hardware token is not plugged in?
What would happen if the external hardware token is not plugged in?
How was software commonly acquired before the advent of the internet?
How was software commonly acquired before the advent of the internet?
What is a challenge with installing software on systems without internet access?
What is a challenge with installing software on systems without internet access?
What is the purpose of an external hardware token in licensing systems?
What is the purpose of an external hardware token in licensing systems?
Why is it important to know the minimum CPU requirements for an application?
Why is it important to know the minimum CPU requirements for an application?
What type of software commonly uses an external hardware token for licensing?
What type of software commonly uses an external hardware token for licensing?
What is the purpose of confirming that an application is being used appropriately by developers?
What is the purpose of confirming that an application is being used appropriately by developers?
What is a consideration when installing applications that use a large amount of drive space?
What is a consideration when installing applications that use a large amount of drive space?
What type of file is an ISO file?
What type of file is an ISO file?
What standard file system is used to format optical drives?
What standard file system is used to format optical drives?
What happens when you double-click on an ISO file?
What happens when you double-click on an ISO file?
Why is it important to be cautious when installing applications on a system?
Why is it important to be cautious when installing applications on a system?
What should you do if an application upgrade causes problems?
What should you do if an application upgrade causes problems?
What can happen if a new application is poorly written or contains malicious software?
What can happen if a new application is poorly written or contains malicious software?
How can installing an application impact connected network systems?
How can installing an application impact connected network systems?
Why might users need retraining when an application is updated?
Why might users need retraining when an application is updated?
Study Notes
- Operating systems can be extended with applications, available from app stores or developers.
- Applications may not run on every operating system due to processor type and architecture.
- Processor type affects the amount of memory that can be accessed: 32-bit supports up to 4 billion values, while 64-bit supports over 18 quintillion values.
- When installing hardware drivers, they must match the operating system's version (32-bit or 64-bit).
- 32-bit operating systems cannot run 64-bit applications, while 64-bit operating systems can run both 32-bit and 64-bit applications.
- Applications are stored in specific folders depending on their architecture (32-bit in "x86," 64-bit in "program files").
- Integrated graphics processors in systems use common system memory, but high-end applications may require dedicated (discrete) graphics cards.
- Random access memory (RAM) is a critical specification for applications, as they must execute inside this memory; a 32-bit operating system and a RAM-intensive application may require a total of 8GB for instance.
- CPU clock speed is a starting point for determining relative processor power, but other factors also influence it.
- Some applications use external hardware tokens, such as USB keys, for licensing, ensuring that only those with the key can run the software.
- Applications require free space for installation, with some taking up a significant amount of drive space.
- Prior to the internet, software was acquired physically and installed from optical media (CDs, DVDs) or ISO files.
- ISO files are sector-by-sector copies of optical media, and they can be recognized by most modern file systems.
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Learn about how processor speed can determine the performance of a computer, and how it is a key factor when assessing different processors. Discover the importance of referencing application specifications to determine the minimum required CPU for specific tasks.
