Computer Fundamental Miscellaneous - Study Mode

[#1061] The imitation of one device or system by another is
Correct Answer

(B) Emulation

Explanation

Solution: In computing, an emulator is hardware or software that enables one computer system to behave like another computer system. An emulator typically enables the host system to run software or use peripheral devices designed for the guest system.

[#1062] A type of semiconductor memory that usually has small capacity but very fast access is
Correct Answer

(C) Scratchpad

Explanation

Solution: Scratchpad memory (SPM), also known as scratchpad, scratchpad RAM or local store in computer terminology, is a high-speed internal memory used for temporary storage of calculations, data, and other work in progress.

[#1063] Third generation computers
Correct Answer

(E) Were the first to use integrated circuitry

Explanation

Solution: The third generation of computer is marked by the use of Integrated Circuits (IC's) in place of transistors. A single I.C has many transistors, resistors and capacitors along with the associated circuitry. The I.C was invented by Jack Kilby. This development made computers smaller in size, reliable and efficient.

[#1064] High-level languages are not concerned with computer but with
Correct Answer

(A) Assembler

Explanation

Solution: High-level languages are not concerned with computer but with Assembler. The assembly language is a machine-dependent type of language. A high-level language is a machine-independent type of language. It makes use of the mnemonic codes for operation.

[#1065] Which of the following term is used in connection with the organisation of files in ALGOL 68
Correct Answer

(D) Book

Explanation

Solution: Book term is used in connection with the organization of files in ALGOL. Algol 68 was also the basis for a number of other languages, including the S3 job-control language of the VME/B operating system of ICL 2900 series mainframes and influenced a good many more.