Deck 2: Input, Output and Processing

Question 1

A(n) chip is a memory cell that holds a computer instruction to perform a calculation. ____________________

Answer 1

False

Question 2

The two main components of the CPU are random access memory and the arithmetic/logic unit.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

The machine cycle is measured in rotations per second.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

A software update that includes multiple files that revise software to fix a problem is called a(n) patch . ____________________

Question 5

Level 1 cache memory is stored directly on the central processing unit.

Question 6

System requirements are the necessary specifications your computer must have in order to use selected software.

Question 7

The microprocessor and the CPU are basically the same thing.

Question 8

The _____ operation of the CPU's machine cycle carries out the commands of the instructions.

A) fetching
B) decoding
C) executing
D) storing

Question 9

A common type of non-volatile memory is _____.

A) RAM
B) SSD
C) ROM
D) HDD

Question 10

The four basic operations in the machine cycle are output , decode, execute, and store. ____________________

Question 11

A multicore processor is capable of improving the speed of your software's response time.

Question 12

During parallel processing , independent parts of the same task are assigned to different processors and are computed simultaneously. ____________________

Question 13

The amount of ROM helps to speed up the processing cycle and to enhance the computer's performance.

Question 14

The internal components that make up a computer directly affect its performance.

Question 15

RAM is an example of volatile memory.

Question 16

A common type of volatile memory is _____.

A) RAM
B) SSD
C) ROM
D) HDD

Question 17

Clock speed is measured in gigabytes . ____________________

Question 18

The processor relies on the _____ to coordinate the flow of its information and activities.

A) arithmetic/logic unit
B) EEPROM
C) control unit
D) register

Question 19

The CPU works more effectively and faster the more it heats up.

Question 20

A multicore processor is capable of improving a computer's performance through all of the following EXCEPT: _____.

A) multiprocessing
B) multithreading
C) multitasking
D) multicycling

Question 21

The Windows Update tool is found in the _____.

A) Charms Bar
B) Control Panel
C) Ribbon
D) Heat Sink

Question 22

The f character is represented as a(n) _______________ of data in a computer.

Question 23

Today's mobile devices use _______________ to store small amounts of data such as music.

Question 24

Before installing software on your computer, it is important to check its _____.

A) terms of service
B) copyright date
C) system requirements
D) update schedule

Question 25

Computers with the same platform are considered _____.

A) compatible
B) biometric
C) nonvolatile
D) volatile

Question 26

It is best to set Word's Ribbon to _____ Mode when using a tablet.

A) Mouse
B) Click
C) Swipe
D) Touch

Question 27

Carolina is looking to buy a new computer, and is researching system requirements. Carolina learns that the amount of _____ in the computer greatly affects performance.

A) random access memory
B) flash memory
C) read only memory
D) clock speed

Question 28

Windows _____ provides user feedback on hardware resources and other software.

A) Task Manager
B) Service Pack
C) Register
D) Control Panel

Question 29

Evan is working on a presentation to give to his computer club about the importance of software updates. Evan tells his club that downloading a _____ software update will deliver fixes or enhancements as a single file.

A) manual
B) patch
C) service pack
D) mobile

Question 30

Hardware components such as essential chips and connectors can all be found on the ____________________.

Question 31

To keep your software current, you would install any of the following program types EXCEPT: _____.

A) patch
B) Web app
C) update
D) service pack

Question 32

When a system restore is performed after a software update, which of the following happens?

A) A small program is run that corrects the problem.
B) You are notified to complete the update later.
C) The update is reversed.
D) The server is rechecked at a later date for more updates.

Question 33

In Windows, you can use the _______________ tool to view current processes and the status of hardware resources.

Question 34

One major reason to keep your operating system up to date is to _____.

A) protect it from malware
B) expand its memory
C) increase the speed of the processor
D) improve overall performance

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a type of memory for storing data?

A) register
B) cache
C) random access
D) heat sink

Question 36

The _____ is a banner that stretches across the top of the Word window.

A) Quick Access Toolbar
B) Status Bar
C) Ribbon
D) Control Panel

Question 37

Evan is working on a presentation to give to his computer club about the importance of software updates. Evan explains to his club that the red circle on the App Store icon indicates ____.

A) the app is no longer available
B) there is a software update ready to be downloaded
C) downloading an update will take the number of minutes shown
D) the number of days left to access an update

Question 38

Carolina is looking to buy a new computer, and is researching system requirements. Carolina first must choose a platform, and she can choose any of the following EXCEPT: _____.

A) PC
B) Linux
C) Mac
D) Word

Question 39

A condition known as ____________________ happens when the computer's operating system swaps data between RAM and virtual memory to run software.

Question 40

Clicking on the Performance tab displays CPU performance information as a ______ chart.

A) line
B) bar
C) scatter
D) percentage

Question 42

Explain the machine cycle. List each of its basic operations and describe the functionality of each.