Computer Selection Considerations Quiz

From a purchasing perspective, which aspect is important when choosing a computer?

• Fastest execution speed

• Lowest power consumption

• Best design architecture

• Highest cost

What is a key consideration from a design perspective when selecting computer architecture?

• Highest power consumption

• Fastest execution speed

• Most expensive hardware

• Largest size

What do both purchasing and design perspectives require when evaluating computers?

• Aesthetic appeal

• Brand popularity

• Basis for comparison

• Color variety

What are the three important metrics for computers mentioned in the document?

• Speed, reliability, and cost

• Performance, cost, and energy consumption

• Efficiency, durability, and size

• Performance, speed, and reliability

What factors decide the performance and energy consumption of a computer?

• Software only

• Hardware only

• Both hardware and software

• Neither hardware nor software

Which factors influence the cost of a computer according to the document?

• Software complexity and user interface

• Hardware complexity and production volume

• Energy consumption and speed

• Performance and reliability

What do we want to understand about computer design?

• The color of the computer

• The factors contributing to overall system performance

• The brand of the computer

• The size of the computer

What can we answer once we understand computer performance factors?

• Why some software is more expensive

• Why some hardware is better for a program

• Why computers are heavy

• Why screens are large

How does understanding instruction set architecture help?

• It helps in designing colorful interfaces

• It affects performance

• It determines the weight of the computer

• It decides the price of the computer

Which airplane has the best passenger capacity?

• Boeing 777

• Boeing 747

• Concorde

• Douglas DC-8