Computer Science: Computer Components

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What are the physical components of a computer system called?

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Hardware

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What are the programs that run on a computer system called?

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Software

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What is the name of the chip inside the computer that processes information?

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Central Processing Unit

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What are the chips inside a computer that temporarily hold all the programs and data currently being used?

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Random Access Memory (RAM)

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What does GB stand for?

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Gigabyte

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How Many Megabytes Are in 1 Gigabyte?

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1000

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What enables different parts of the CPU to work on different tasks at the same time? Options: Hyper Threading, Multiplier, Cores, Bus Speed

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Cores

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Processor speed is measured in _______.

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Ghz

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When was the World Wide Web created?

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1989

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The most widely used operating system for personal computers is ________.

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Microsoft Windows