IS 140 Final
The ____ is the part of the microprocessor that performs arithmetic operations
ALU- (arithmetic logic unit)
48. ____ time is the average time it takes a computer to locate and read data on the storage medium.
Access Time
16. All of the following are examples of resources EXCEPT ____.
All of the above: a peripheral, storage space, RAM
21. The term ____ is a technical term for the region of memory that holds data waiting to be transferred from one device to another.
Buffer
26. Storage is typically expressed as ____.
Bytes
99. Move up to the parent directory
CD..
94. To set the root directory on the C drive as the current directory from a directory below the root on the C drive
CD\
97. Copy all files in current directory beginning with M to files with a XXX extension
COPY M(asterisk). (asterisk) *.xxx
22. In a computer, most processing takes place in ____.
CPU
In a computer, most processing takes place in ____.
CPU
98. Delete all files in the current directory
DEL (asterisk).(asterisk)
100. Delete files in current directory that begin with M and have an extension of exe
DEL M*.exe
96. List all files in current directory that have a pdf extension in order by date latest first
DIR *.pdf/O-D
____ is the process of converting text, numbers, sound, photos, and video into data that can be processed by digital devices.
Digitization
47. A(n) ____ chip is a type of non-volatile memory chip that does not require power to hold data.
EEPROM
49. A(n) ____ chip is a type of non-volatile memory chip that does not require power to hold data.
EEPROM-electronic erasable memory
BIOS stands for Binary Input-Output System.
False
It is not possible to update the BIOS without an operating system installed.
False
The socket on a motherboard can be easily changed to accommodate a new CPU
False
ASCII stands for American Standard Code for Independent Information.
False - American standard code for information interchange
8. A file extension is always the same as a file format.
False - you can mess with the extension so that it does not match the file
The S in SATA stands for Standard.
False- Serial
19. The components of a motherboard are designed to require alternating current.
False- direct currents
The PC configuration is kept in a non-volatile memory bank
False- kept in CMOS, volatile memory
The chip set on a motherboard can be easily upgraded to a newer advanced chip set.
False- need a new motherboard
50. Solid state storage, also called flash memory storage, ____.
Fast access to data (no moving parts, no platters)
32. A computer file's location is defined by a ____.
File specification
32. The term ____ refers to the size and dimensions of a computer component.
Form Factor
1,073,741,824 bytes is a ____.
Gigabyte
31. ____ means a billion cycles per second
Gigahertz
35. ____ means a billion cycles per second.
Gigahertz
95. to change to the current directory on the H drive from a directory on the C Drive
H:
93. To find the syntax for using the DIR command
HELP DIR
27. 1,024 bytes is a ____.
Kilobyte
49. Hard disk storage technology can be classified as ____ storage.
Magnetic
23. An area of a computer that temporarily holds data waiting to be processed is ____.
Memory
20. An operating system's ____ capability supports a division of labor among all the processing units.
Multiprocessing
18. ____ provides process and memory management services that allow two or more tasks, jobs, or programs to run simultaneously.
Multitasking= memory management
25. The type of code that uses only seven bits for each character is ____.
Original ASCII
42. Many of today's microprocessors perform ____, in which multiple instructions are executed at the same time.
Parallel processing
31. The term ____ designates equipment that might be added to a computer system to enhance its functionality.
Peripheral device
41. ____ is used to enhance processor performance
Pipelining and Parallel processing
33. A(n) ____ computer is a small, lightweight personal computer with screen, keyboard, storage, and processing components integrated into a single unit.
Portable
41. ____ is a temporary holding area for data, application program instructions, and the operating system.
RAM
47. ____ is a type of memory circuitry that holds the computer's startup routine.
ROM
29. The ____ houses all essential chips and provides connecting circuitry between them.
System Board
19. Intel i7 CPUs usually do not have hyper-threading.
True
3. In a dual boot system, to change operating systems, you have to reboot.
True
4. A General Purpose License, or GPL, allows anyone to make copies for their own use or to give or sell to others.
True
5. A root directory can be subdivided into smaller lists.
True
L1 cache is super-fast SRAM memory.
True
2. Today's Windows operating systems do not require a kernel that accesses DOS.
True- no longer sits on top of DOS
44. If a program exceeds its allocated space, the operating system uses an area of the hard disk called ____ to store parts of a program or data file until they are needed.
Virtual memory
46. Unlike disk storage, most RAM is ____.
Volatile
37. ____ refers to the number of bits that a microprocessor can manipulate at one time.
Word Size
33. ____ refers to the number of bits that a microprocessor can manipulate at one time.
Word size
17. Activities associated with resource management by an operating system include all of the following EXCEPT ____.
a. managing processor resources b. ensuring that input and output proceed in an orderly manner c. keeping track of storage resources D. installing new memory
____ is the process of converting text, numbers, sound, photos, and video into data that can be processed by digital devices.
digitization
21. For a graphic, a pixel is equivalent to a bit and a picel is equivalent to a byte.
false
3. You can usually identify the microprocessor when looking inside a computer, as it is the only chip on the motherboard.
false
4. A microprocessor's clock speed is equal to the number of instructions it can execute in one second.
false
5. Processors with a smaller word size can process more data during each processor cycle.
false
Each core in a mulit-core CPU has its own L1, L2, and L3 cache memory
false
Each core in a multi-core CPU has its own L1, L2, and L3 cache memory.
false
It is not possible to update the BIOS without an operating system installed.
false
Memory (RAM) cannot execute faster than the speed set by the manufacturer.
false
Parallel data transfer is always faster than serial data transfer
false
The clock speed is an indication of how many instructions are executed per second.
false
CPUs found in phones and tablets are examples of CISC CPUs
false - RISC
The lowest unit of addressable memory is the bit.
false, bytes are
The components of a motherboard are designed to require alternating current
false, converts ac to dc, uses direct currents
The chip set on a motherboard can be easily upgraded to a newer advanced chip set.
false, you can never upgrade you need a new motherboard
The socket on a motherboard can be easily changed to accommodate a new CPU.
false-
BIOS stands for Binary Input-Output System.
false- basic input output system
The PC configuration is kept in a non-volatile memory bank
false- kept in cmos memory, very volatile
7. Most processors in today's personal computers use RISC technology.
false-CISC for computers, RISC for phones
The S in SATA stands for Standard
false-Serial
ASCII stands for American Standard Code for Independent Information.
false-american standard code for information interchange
The lowest unit of addressable memory is the bit
false-byte is the lowest addressable
CPUs found in phones and tablets are examples of CISC CPUs
false-examples of RISC
The clock speed is an indication of how many instructions are executed per second.
false-just a clock that ticks off in the computer
24. A motherboard usually has the CPU soldered into the socket.
false-no CPUs are free units
20. The fifth generation Intel CPUs will not be able to able to use the same socket as the fourth generation CPUs.
false-the newer CPUs can fit in older CPUs
22. A ____ is an additional set of commands that the computer displays after you make a selection from the main menu.
submenu
16. The battery on a motherboard maintains the real-time clock.
true
A turbo boost capable CPU can increase its clock speed as necessary.
true
In a CPU with integrated graphics, the graphics processor uses some of the system RAM memory.
true
Intel i5 CPUs would typically have a higher TDP than Intel i3 CPUs.
true
It is possible that a discrete video card may need additional power than can be supplied by the expansion slot.
true
It is possible to boot a PC from a specially prepared USB flash drive.
true
L1 cache is super-fast SRAM memory.
true
43. Unlike disk storage, most RAM is ____.
volatile
42. RAM can be thought of as the ____ for the computer's processor.
waiting room
48. ROM BIOS is a small set of instructions that tells the computer all of the following EXCEPT ____.
what the data transfer rate should be (tells the computer all things relating to starting up the computer)
23. A ____ displays the options associated with a command.
dialog box
75. The Roman number system
did not utilize a base
24. The binary number 10 represents ____ in the decimal number system.
2
74. A base 20 number system would need how many different symbols
20
32. In an advertisement, a speed specification, such as 3.4 GHz, indicates the speed of the microprocessor ____.
clock