MIS2302 Foundations of Information Systems Quiz

Which component of a computer is responsible for executing instructions?

• Memory

• Bus

• CPU

• I/O Devices

What is the primary purpose of Random Access Memory (RAM)?

• Temporary storage for quick access

• Long-term data retention

• Data backup

• Permanent storage of data

Which type of RAM requires periodic refreshing of data?

• Flash Memory

• Read-Only Memory (ROM)

• Dynamic RAM (DRAM)

• Static RAM (SRAM)

What is the main advantage of multicore processors?

• Simplified architecture

• Reduced heat generation

• Increased performance through simultaneous instruction processing

• Lower cost

What does the term 'bus speed' refer to in computer architecture?

• The speed of input/output devices

• The speed of data transfer between components

• The speed of the CPU

• The speed of memory access

Which of the following is a characteristic of Solid State Drives (SSDs)?

• They have moving parts

• They consume more power than HDDs

• They are less durable than HDDs

• They provide faster data access

What is the primary function of a graphics card in a computer?

• To translate binary data into images

• To store data

• To manage network connections

• To execute program instructions

In grid computing, what role does the central server play?

• It manages user access

• It performs all computations

• It divides tasks among computers and monitors progress

• It stores all data permanently

What is the purpose of RAID technology?

• To reduce power consumption

• To enhance graphics performance

• To improve data redundancy and reliability

• To increase processing speed

Which of the following is a feature of ARM processors?

• High power consumption

• Used primarily in mobile devices

• Designed for high-performance computing

• Based on Complex Instruction Set Computing (CISC)