Computer Fundamental Miscellaneous - Study Mode

[#991] Which of the following is a computer memory that can be programmed once, but not reprogrammed.
Correct Answer

(C) PROM

Explanation

Solution: PROMs (Programmable ROMs) can be programmed electrically by the user but can't be reprogrammed. Programmable read-only memory (PROM) is read-only memory ( ROM ) that can be modified once by a user.

[#992] A programming language intended to solve a no. of different types of problems is
Correct Answer

(B) General purpose programming language

Explanation

Solution: 1) A programming language intended to solve a no. 2) A programming language is a formal language that specifies a set of instructions that can be used to produce various kinds of output. 3) The term programming language usually refers to high-level languages, such as BASIC, C, C++, COBOL, Java, FORTRAN, Ada, and Pascal.

[#993] Which of the following is used as a primary storage device?
Correct Answer

(B) PROM

Explanation

Solution: PROM is a sophisticated version of ROM that can be programmed once after it has been created; and Cache memory which is also a common example of primary storage that is directly integrated with the CPU chip to provide high-speed data access for future requests.

[#994] A program used to detect overall system malfunction is
Correct Answer

(D) System diagnostics

Explanation

Solution: Diagnostics is a method of testing a computer hardware device or software program to ensure it is working as it should be. This testing is performed before a computer or computer related product is released to the public. Benchmark, Diagnostics program, Hardware terms, Preventive maintenance, Software terms, Test.

[#995] A computer, by definition, is any device that computers. This broad definition includes which of the following?
Correct Answer

Calculators

Explanation

Solution: A computer is a machine or device that performs processes, calculations and operations based on instructions provided by a software or hardware program. It has the ability to accept data (input), process it, and then produce outputs.