CGS1060C MIDTERM EXAM
2024/2025 COMPLETE WITH VERIFIED
QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS
when an operating system employs memory,it swaps files to the hard disk. - ANSWER-virtual memory
the data stored in - is saved even when a computer has been powered off. - ANSWER-Rom
Flash memory is an example of - memory. - ANSWER-programmable memory.
when the computer is shut down, the information in - is erased. - ANSWER-Ram
memory chips or modules hold data and programs as they are being processed by the -, and are usually
found on the motherboard. - ANSWER-CPU
USB flash drives and camera memory cards are types of -storage - ANSWER-solid state storage
CDs and DVDs are types of- storage - ANSWER-optical storage
data stored on a tape is -, so it requires you to forward or rewind the tape to access information -
ANSWER-sequential
data stored on a hard disk uses - access, so you can go directly to the area of the drive where the data is
stored - ANSWER-random or direct
hard drives with read/write heads that move over the surface of platters are a type of- storage -
ANSWER-magnetic storage
performs arithmetic and logic functions in the CPU - ANSWER-ALU
the smallest unit of time a processor can measure - ANSWER-cycle
, CGS1060C MIDTERM EXAM
2024/2025 COMPLETE WITH VERIFIED
QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS
sets the speed at which the CPU executes the instructions - ANSWER-processor clock
the " brain" of a computer - ANSWER-CPU
an electronic channel that transfers data in multiple directions - ANSWER-bus
a processing technique, an operating system uses to process many parts of a single program - ANSWER-
multithreading
part of the hard drive that the operating system uses as additional RAM - ANSWER-virtual memory
a processing technique an operating system uses to divide one task among many processors - ANSWER-
parallel processing
a processing technique an operating system can use if the computer has many processors - ANSWER-
multiprocessing
a key task that operating systems perform to use RAM efficiently - ANSWER-memory management
the type of software that lets you copy, move, rename, and delete files and folders - ANSWER-file
management software
the type of software you use most directly to perform tasks such as writing a screenplay - ANSWER-
application software
the software that runs a computer - ANSWER-system software
, CGS1060C MIDTERM EXAM
2024/2025 COMPLETE WITH VERIFIED
QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS
the type of software that performs a specific, limited task usually related to managing or maintaining a
computer system - ANSWER-utility software
a collection of major operating system updates - ANSWER-service pack
the keys on your keyboard are sticky - ANSWER-clean the device
your computer is running very slowly and you can no longer run your favorite program on your computer
- ANSWER-remove unwanted files
your wireless mouse is unresponsive,and the pointer is not moving - ANSWER-change the batteries
the monitor attached to your computer is blank and makes no sound when you turn it on - ANSWER-plug
in power cord
your desktop computer won't work at all even though it's plugged in and has been turned on - ANSWER-
call a technician
use cleaning products specifically meant for computer screens, such as a 50/50 solution of - and water -
ANSWER-alcohol
-,state drives,which have no moving parts,are less likely to be damaged by dirt and impact,but should
still be treated with care. - ANSWER-solid state drives
store the - cards from your digital camera in their cases when not in the camera - ANSWER-memory
cards
2024/2025 COMPLETE WITH VERIFIED
QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS
when an operating system employs memory,it swaps files to the hard disk. - ANSWER-virtual memory
the data stored in - is saved even when a computer has been powered off. - ANSWER-Rom
Flash memory is an example of - memory. - ANSWER-programmable memory.
when the computer is shut down, the information in - is erased. - ANSWER-Ram
memory chips or modules hold data and programs as they are being processed by the -, and are usually
found on the motherboard. - ANSWER-CPU
USB flash drives and camera memory cards are types of -storage - ANSWER-solid state storage
CDs and DVDs are types of- storage - ANSWER-optical storage
data stored on a tape is -, so it requires you to forward or rewind the tape to access information -
ANSWER-sequential
data stored on a hard disk uses - access, so you can go directly to the area of the drive where the data is
stored - ANSWER-random or direct
hard drives with read/write heads that move over the surface of platters are a type of- storage -
ANSWER-magnetic storage
performs arithmetic and logic functions in the CPU - ANSWER-ALU
the smallest unit of time a processor can measure - ANSWER-cycle
, CGS1060C MIDTERM EXAM
2024/2025 COMPLETE WITH VERIFIED
QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS
sets the speed at which the CPU executes the instructions - ANSWER-processor clock
the " brain" of a computer - ANSWER-CPU
an electronic channel that transfers data in multiple directions - ANSWER-bus
a processing technique, an operating system uses to process many parts of a single program - ANSWER-
multithreading
part of the hard drive that the operating system uses as additional RAM - ANSWER-virtual memory
a processing technique an operating system uses to divide one task among many processors - ANSWER-
parallel processing
a processing technique an operating system can use if the computer has many processors - ANSWER-
multiprocessing
a key task that operating systems perform to use RAM efficiently - ANSWER-memory management
the type of software that lets you copy, move, rename, and delete files and folders - ANSWER-file
management software
the type of software you use most directly to perform tasks such as writing a screenplay - ANSWER-
application software
the software that runs a computer - ANSWER-system software
, CGS1060C MIDTERM EXAM
2024/2025 COMPLETE WITH VERIFIED
QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS
the type of software that performs a specific, limited task usually related to managing or maintaining a
computer system - ANSWER-utility software
a collection of major operating system updates - ANSWER-service pack
the keys on your keyboard are sticky - ANSWER-clean the device
your computer is running very slowly and you can no longer run your favorite program on your computer
- ANSWER-remove unwanted files
your wireless mouse is unresponsive,and the pointer is not moving - ANSWER-change the batteries
the monitor attached to your computer is blank and makes no sound when you turn it on - ANSWER-plug
in power cord
your desktop computer won't work at all even though it's plugged in and has been turned on - ANSWER-
call a technician
use cleaning products specifically meant for computer screens, such as a 50/50 solution of - and water -
ANSWER-alcohol
-,state drives,which have no moving parts,are less likely to be damaged by dirt and impact,but should
still be treated with care. - ANSWER-solid state drives
store the - cards from your digital camera in their cases when not in the camera - ANSWER-memory
cards
