Interrupts, Buffers and Firmware

What is the purpose of the BIOS?

• To load the operating system into memory
• To control devices connected to the motherboard
• To update firmware on mobile phones
• To provide low-level control for devices

What is firmware?

• Software embedded in hardware
• Software for controlling devices
• Software that updates mobile phones
• Software for programming environments

What can cause interrupts?

• Input/output processes
• Hardware faults
• User interaction
• All of the above

What is the purpose of a buffer?

• To store data temporarily
• To control the printing process
• To handle interrupts
• To update firmware

What is an example of firmware?

• Camera software on a mobile phone
• Operating system on a computer
• Programming environment for developers
• Software for controlling devices

What is the role of interrupts in multitasking?

• To allow multiple programs to run simultaneously
• To handle errors in software
• To control the printing process
• To update firmware

What can cause an interrupt in a computer?

• A hardware fault
• A software error
• User interaction
• All of the above

What is the purpose of an interrupt signal?

• To request more data
• To stop the current task
• To update firmware
• To handle errors in software

What is an example of a device with firmware?

• Optical drive
• Network card
• TV remote
• All of the above

What is the purpose of buffering when downloading a movie?

• To compensate for differences in download speeds
• To control the printing process
• To handle interrupts
• To update firmware