Quiz 11 Computer Memory Quiz

Which of the following is a type of computer memory that uses delay lines?

• Delay line memory

• Magnetic memory

• Optical memory

• Flash memory

What is the main function of Williams Tubes in computer systems?

• Control input and output devices

• Execute program instructions

• Perform arithmetic calculations

• Store and display binary data

Magnetic drums were commonly used in which type of computer applications?

• personal computers

• mainframe computers

• smartphones

• supercomputers

What is one of the advantages of core memory over other types of memory?

• Faster access speed

• Higher storage capacity

• Lower cost

• Non-volatility

Which component of a computer system is responsible for the evolution of microchips?

• hard drive

• processor

• RAM

• motherboard

Delay lines were historically used in computers for storing and retrieving what type of data?

• Instructions

• Data

• Images

• Commands

What technology replaced Williams Tubes as a primary memory storage device?

• transistor

• magnetic tape

• vacuum tubes

• punch cards

What is one of the main advantages of magnetic drums in computer systems?

• High storage capacity

• Compact size

• Low cost

• Fast data access

Core memory is a type of computer memory that uses what type of material?

• Plastic core

• Silicon core

• Glass core

• Ferrite core

Microchips have evolved to become smaller, faster, and more powerful due to advancements in what field?

• mechanical engineering

• computer programming

• semiconductor technology

• biotechnology