CGS1060C MIDTERM COMPLETE
QUESTIONS & SOLUTIONS
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
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
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
QUESTIONS & SOLUTIONS
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
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
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
