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A quiz to test understanding of basic computer hardware
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The ALU
Is used for Adding Lots Up
Is used for storing files and applications
Is not part of the CPU
Performs mathematical calculations and logical operations
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ROM stands for
Random Order Memory
Register of Merit
Read Only Memory
Random order matrix
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Secondary storage is for
Storing frequently used data
Storing currently running programs
Storing paper files
Long-term storage of data and applications
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A register is used for
Storing currently running programs
Performing mathematical calculations and logical operations
Recording the names of pupils who have attended a lesson.
Storage of data and instructions for execution by the CPU
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CPU stands for
Central Processing Unit
Core Processing Unit
Central Programming Unit
Computer Program Uploader
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Which of the following is
not
an example of a secondary storage device?
RAM
CD/DVD
Memory Stick
Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
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Internal memory (or cache)
Is used to store the operating system
Is used for storing data that does not fit into RAM
Is used for hiding data
Is used by the CPU to store frequently used data
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RAM is for
Executing instructions
Storing currently running programs
Battering doors down
Long-term storage
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ROM
Can be deleted
Cannot be deleted
Is volatile
Can be altered
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RAM is
'volatile.'
This means
It is very expensive
It gets angry easily
It cannot be altered
Data is lost when the power supply is turned off
