CISC 192: C++ Programming

In modern computer systems, a byte consists of _____ bits.

8

When a program runs on a computer, the part of the computer that carries out the instructions is called the _____.

CPU

When a program runs on a computer, it is stored in _____.

RAM

A byte in memory is identified by a unique number called its _____.

address

At each step of its operation, the input to a Central Processing Unit is: a) a program. b) an instruction. c) main memory. d) a control unit.

b) an instruction.

Application software a) processes applications for jobs, school admission, etc. b) is any software that is runs with the support of the operating system. c) was invented by Microsoft. d) is applied to the computer for the purpose of running the operating system. e) none of the above.

b) is any software that is runs with the support of the operating system.

RAM, random-access memory, is called that because a) it is optimized for random number processing. b) accesses are randomized to prevent clogging the control lines. c) you can pick any two random locations and it will take the same time to access the data. d) when power is turned off, its contents are lost and replaced by random bits. e) none of the above.

c) you can pick any two random locations and it will take the same time to access the data.

An operating system a) is the chief hardware unit in a computer. b) is loaded into the computer each time it needs to carry out an operation. c) ensures that programs will not run on the computer at the same time. d) allocates resources like memory to programs that are running. e) all of the above.

d) allocates resources like memory to programs that are running.

A bit is: a) a metalic rod inserted into a horses mouth to control it while riding. b) a small amount of data. c) an alternative term for byte. d) an electronic device used in computers. e) a binary digit, like 0 or 1.

e) a binary digit, like 0 or 1.

Flash drives, CDs, external disks are all examples of _____ storage (memory) devices.

external

When a program is not running, it is stored _____.

on a disk

Monitors, printers, status lights are all examples of _____ devices.

output

The ability of a language to let a programmer develop a program on computer system that can be run on other systems is called _____.

portability