Lec 1,2,3,4

What is the primary function of a computer?

• Accepting and manipulating data

• Storing data

• Transmitting data

• Displaying data

Computer architecture refers to:

• The physical design of a computer

• The internal arrangement of a computer visible to the programmer

• The features of a computer implementation

• The external connections of a computer

Which term refers to the manner in which computer components are connected and dependent on each other?

• Architecture

• Organization

• Structure

• Function

The CPU of a computer:

• Stores data

• Controls the operation and performs data processing functions

• Moves data between the computer and its external environment

• Provides communication between components

Main memory in a computer:

• Controls the operation

• Stores data

• Processes data

• Provides communication among components

What are the fundamental functions performed by a computer?

• Data processing, data storage, data movement, control

• Data processing, control signals, memory technology, I/O

• Data manipulation, system interconnection, structure, function

• Data acceptance, program design, component relation, operation

Which term refers to the implementation of computer features?

• Architecture

• Organization

• System interconnection

• Control signals

What is the role of I/O in a computer?

• Controlling the operation of the computer

• Storing data

• Moving data between the computer and its external environment

• Providing communication among system components

What are the visible attributes of a computer to the programmer?

• Architecture

• Organization

• Structure

• Function

Data movement in a computer involves:

• Processing data

• Storing data

• Transmitting data between components

• Controlling data access