Computer Fundamental Miscellaneous - Study Mode

[#576] The storage locations in the internal storage of a CPU are called
Correct Answer

(B) addresses

Explanation

Solution: The storage locations in the internal storage of a CPU are called Addresses. Primary storage, often referred to simply as memory, is the only one directly accessible to the CPU.

[#577] Which is used to provide the sight information to the right person at the right time for proper decision making?
Correct Answer

(B) MIS

Explanation

Solution: A management information system is an information system used for decision-making, and for the coordination, control, analysis, and visualization of information in an organization.

[#578] Most disk drives have a single read/ write head for each disk surface. What is the advantage of suing multiple heads on each movable access arm?
Correct Answer

(A) Reduced seek time

Explanation

Solution: The advantage of suing multiple heads on each movable access arm in reduced seek time. Seek time is the time required to move the disk arm to the required track. Rotational delay or latency is the time it takes for the beginning of the required sector to reach the head. Sum of seek time (if any) and latency is the access time.

[#579] One of the main feature that distinguish microprocessors from microcomputers is
Correct Answer

(C) microprocessor does not contain I/O devices

Explanation

Solution: One of the main feature that distinguish microprocessors from microcomputers is microprocessor does not contain I/O devices. The microprocessor gives a computer the ability to calculate, sort data and perform logical comparisons. The key distinguishing feature of a microprocessor is its integrated nature the way it combines several different circuits into a single package.

[#580] Which type of display is the latest to be used for portable computer?
Correct Answer

(D) Electroluminescent display

Explanation

Solution: Electroluminescent display is type of display is the latest to be used for portable computer. Electroluminescent Displays (ELDs) are a type of Flat panel display created by sandwiching a layer of electroluminescent material such as GaAs between two layers of conductors.