Deck 1: Basic Concepts and Computer Evolution

Question 1

Interfaces between the computer and peripherals is an example of an organizational attribute.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

_________ attributes include hardware details transparent to the programmer.

A)Interface
B)Organizational
C)Memory
D)Architectural

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Computer technology is changing at a __________ pace.

A)slow
B)slow to medium
C)rapid
D)non-existent

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Changes in computer technology are finally slowing down.

Question 5

A computer organization does not need to be designed to implement a particular architectural specification.

Question 6

A computer is a complex system.

Question 7

Computer _________ refers to those attributes that have a direct impact on the logical execution of a program.

A)organization
B)specifics
C)design
D)architecture

Question 8

Both the structure and functioning of a computer are,in essence, simple.

Question 9

It is a(n)_________ design issue whether a computer will have a multiply instruction.

A)architectural
B)memory
C)elementary
D)organizational

Question 10

A particular architecture may span many years and encompass a number of different computer models,its organization changing with changing technology.

Question 11

The hierarchical nature of complex systems is essential to both their design and their description.

Question 12

A computer must be able to process,store,move,and control data.

Question 13

A microcomputer architecture and organization relationship is not very close.

Question 14

When data are moved over longer distances,to or from a remote device,the process is known as data transport.

Question 15

Historically the distinction between architecture and organization has not been an important one.

Question 16

Computer organization refers to attributes of a system visible to the programmer.

Question 17

The number of bits used to represent various data types is an example of an architectural attribute.

Question 18

Architectural attributes include __________ .

A)I / O mechanisms
B)control signals
C)interfaces
D)memory technology used

Question 19

Changes in technology not only influence organization but also result in the introduction of more powerful and more complex architectures.

Question 20

Both the structure and functioning of a computer are,in essence, simple.

Question 21

The _________ stores data.

A)system bus
B)I / O
C)main memory
D)control unit

Question 22

The __________ performs the computer's data processing functions.

A)Register
B)CPU interconnection
C)ALU
D)system bus

Question 23

A __________ system is a set of interrelated subsystems.

A)secondary
B)hierarchical
C)complex
D)functional

Question 24

_________ is the operation of each individual component as part of the structure.

Question 25

Control signals,interfaces between the computer and peripherals,and the memory technology used are all examples of _________ attributes.

Question 26

The four main structural components of the computer are: main memory,I / O,system interconnection,and __________.

Question 27

_________ is the way in which the components are interrelated.

Question 28

An I / O device is referred to as a __________.

A)CPU
B)control device
C)peripheral
D)register

Question 29

When data are received from or delivered to a device that is directly connected to the computer,the process is known as __________.

Question 30

A common example of system interconnection is by means of a __________.

A)register
B)system bus
C)data transport
D)control device

Question 31

The basic functions that a computer can perform are: data processing,data movement,control,and _________.

Question 32

It is a(n)_________ issue whether the multiply instruction will be implemented by a special multiply unit or by a mechanism that makes repeated use of the add unit of the system.

A)architectural
B)memory
C)mechanical
D)organizational

Question 33

The __________ architecture is the architecture of IBM's mainframe product line.

Question 34

When data are moved over longer distances,to or from a remote device,the process is known as __________.

A)data communications
B)registering
C)structuring
D)data transport

Question 35

__________ refers to those attributes of a system visible to a programmer.

Question 36

_________ provide storage internal to the CPU.

A)Control units
B)ALUs
C)Main memory
D)Registers

Question 37

The instruction set,the number of bits used to represent various data types, I / O mechanisms and techniques for addressing memory are all examples of _________ attributes.

Question 38

The __________ moves data between the computer and its external environment.

A)data transport
B)I / O
C)register
D)CPU interconnection

Question 39

A _________ is a mechanism that provides for communication among CPU,main memory,and I / O.

A)system interconnection
B)CPU interconnection
C)peripheral
D)processor

Question 40

_________ refers to the operational units and their interconnections that realize the architectural specifications.

Question 41

A common example of system interconnection is by means of a ________,consisting of a number of conducting wires to which all the other components attach.

Question 42

The _________ controls the operation of the CPU and hence the computer.

Question 43

Often referred to as processor the ________ controls the operation of the computer and performs its data processing functions.

Question 44

A __________ control unit operates by executing microinstructions that define the functionality of the control unit.

Question 45

The major structural components of the CPU are: control unit,register,CPU interconnection,and __________.