Computer Knowledge

Computer Fundamentals and System Concepts

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Computer fundamentals and system concepts questions cover core hardware components, operating systems, and historical computer milestones. Topics include the kernel, central processing unit, and basic computing terminology. These foundational questions are strictly essential for scoring well in computer knowledge sections.

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Computer Fundamentals and System Concepts Questions

Multiple choice

The difference engine was to be

  1. an electronic digital computer.

  2. an electromechanical device.

  3. powered by steam.

  4. None of the above.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Charles Babbage's Difference Engine was a mechanical device designed to calculate polynomial functions, intended to be powered by a steam engine.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a characteristic of a system?

  1. It operates for some purpose.

  2. It has interacting components.

  3. It operates within a boundary.

  4. It has homogeneous components.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

A system is defined by its interacting, diverse components working toward a common purpose within a boundary. Homogeneous components are not a characteristic of systems, which usually require diversity to function.

Multiple choice

A process is a

  1. software entity

  2. hardware entity

  3. firmware entity

  4. middleware entity
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

In operating systems, a process is an instance of a computer program that is being executed. It is a software entity managed by the OS.

Multiple choice

I/O chip is a

  1. software entity

  2. hardware entity

  3. firmware entity

  4. middleware entity
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

An I/O chip is a physical component on a motherboard that manages communication between the CPU and peripheral devices, making it a hardware entity.

Multiple choice

The operating system does all of the following EXCEPT:

  1. provide a way for the user to interact with the computer.

  2. manage the central processing unit (CPU).

  3. manage memory and storage.

  4. enable users to perform a specific task such as document editing.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

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