Question 1

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about memory?

Accepted Answer

A)  Manufacturers state the size of memory by the number of bytes available for storage. 
B)  CMOS is an example of nonvolatile memory. 
C)  Volatile memory is temporary. 
D)  Users typically are referring to ROM when discussing memory. 
A)  Manufacturers state the size of memory by the number of bytes available for storage. 
B)  CMOS is an example of nonvolatile memory. 
C)  Volatile memory is temporary. 
D)  Users typically are referring to ROM when discussing memory. D

Question 2

Critical Thinking Questions Case 6-1
You have been studying processors. Your instructor has asked you to help prepare a lecture for introductory students learning about processors. 
You explain that when the ALU performs calculations on data, it is part of the ______ process in the machine cycle.

Accepted Answer

A)  fetching 
B)  decoding 
C)  executing 
D)  storing 
A)  fetching 
B)  decoding 
C)  executing 
D)  storing C

Question 3

The Lightning connector, developed by Apple for the iPhone 5, is compatible with prior iPhone models.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

When a user runs an application, its instructions transfer from a storage device to memory.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Coding schemes translate real-world data into a form that computers can process easily.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

RAM is an example of nonvolatile memory.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

List and describe methods you can use to secure your computer or mobile device.

Accepted Answer

• Clamps, cables, and locks: Lock kits i

Question 8

The ______ is the component of the processor that performs arithmetic and comparison operations.

Accepted Answer

A)  CPU 
B)  ALU 
C)  control unit 
D)  calculator 
A)  CPU 
B)  ALU 
C)  control unit 
D)  calculator

Question 9

The size of a bus is called the bus ______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The size of a bus is called...

Question 10

A(n) heat _____ is a small ceramic or metal component with fins on its surface that absorbs and disperses heat produced by electrical components, such as a processor.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) heat _____ is a small ceramic...

Question 11

A dual-core processor doubles the processing speed of a single-core processor.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following best defines superscalar, as it pertains to processors?

Accepted Answer

A)  Operates at the high-speed rates necessary for power users 
B)  Can execute more than one instruction per clock cycle 
C)  The size of the processor continues to decrease while its capabilities increase 
D)  Able to control operations for multiple computers and devices on a network 
A)  Operates at the high-speed rates necessary for power users 
B)  Can execute more than one instruction per clock cycle 
C)  The size of the processor continues to decrease while its capabilities increase 
D)  Able to control operations for multiple computers and devices on a network

Question 13

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about caring for computers and mobile devices?

Accepted Answer

A)  Defragment your computer's hard drive if you notice a decline in performance. 
B)  Use a special screen cleaner; water is not sufficient. 
C)  If the air vent is dirty, contact a trained professional to have it cleaned. 
D)  Use compressed air to free the keyboard from dust and debris. 
A)  Defragment your computer's hard drive if you notice a decline in performance. 
B)  Use a special screen cleaner; water is not sufficient. 
C)  If the air vent is dirty, contact a trained professional to have it cleaned. 
D)  Use compressed air to free the keyboard from dust and debris.

Question 14

______ computing refers to an environment of servers that house and provide access to resources users access via the Internet.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ______ computing refers to an environment of...

Question 15

Trash cans that send a signal when they need to be emptied is an example of the Internet of Things.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

ROM stands for ______-only memory.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ROM stands for ______-only memory....

Question 17

Desktop and servers use USB adapters.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which two components work together to perform processing operations?

Accepted Answer

A)  control unit and ALU 
B)  motherboard and microchip 
C)  ALU and motherboard 
D)  case and control unit 
A)  control unit and ALU 
B)  motherboard and microchip 
C)  ALU and motherboard 
D)  case and control unit

Question 19

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about motherboards?

Accepted Answer

A)  The processor and memory are built into the motherboard. 
B)  The circuitry for the processor, memory, and other components reside on computer chips. 
C)  Manufacturers package chips so that they can be attached to a motherboard. 
D)  An integrated circuit contains microscopic pathways capable of carrying electrical current. 
A)  The processor and memory are built into the motherboard. 
B)  The circuitry for the processor, memory, and other components reside on computer chips. 
C)  Manufacturers package chips so that they can be attached to a motherboard. 
D)  An integrated circuit contains microscopic pathways capable of carrying electrical current.

Question 20

DaaS stands for ______ as a service.

Accepted Answer

A)  device 
B)  document 
C)  data 
D)  digital 
A)  device 
B)  document 
C)  data 
D)  digital

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about memory?

Critical Thinking Questions Case 6-1 You have been studying processors. Your instructor has asked you to help prepare a lecture for introductory students learning about processors. You explain that when the ALU performs calculations on data, it is part of the ______ process in the machine cycle.

The Lightning connector, developed by Apple for the iPhone 5, is compatible with prior iPhone models.

When a user runs an application, its instructions transfer from a storage device to memory.

Coding schemes translate real-world data into a form that computers can process easily.

RAM is an example of nonvolatile memory.

List and describe methods you can use to secure your computer or mobile device.

The ______ is the component of the processor that performs arithmetic and comparison operations.

The size of a bus is called the bus ______.

A(n) heat _____ is a small ceramic or metal component with fins on its surface that absorbs and disperses heat produced by electrical components, such as a processor.

A dual-core processor doubles the processing speed of a single-core processor.

Which of the following best defines superscalar, as it pertains to processors?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about caring for computers and mobile devices?

______ computing refers to an environment of servers that house and provide access to resources users access via the Internet.

Trash cans that send a signal when they need to be emptied is an example of the Internet of Things.

ROM stands for ______-only memory.

Desktop and servers use USB adapters.

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which two components work together to perform processing operations?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about motherboards?

DaaS stands for ______ as a service.

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Exam 6: Computing Components

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about memory?

Critical Thinking Questions Case 6-1 You have been studying processors. Your instructor has asked you to help prepare a lecture for introductory students learning about processors. You explain that when the ALU performs calculations on data, it is part of the ______ process in the machine cycle.

The Lightning connector, developed by Apple for the iPhone 5, is compatible with prior iPhone models.

When a user runs an application, its instructions transfer from a storage device to memory.

Coding schemes translate real-world data into a form that computers can process easily.

RAM is an example of nonvolatile memory.

List and describe methods you can use to secure your computer or mobile device.

The ______ is the component of the processor that performs arithmetic and comparison operations.

The size of a bus is called the bus ______.

A(n) heat _____ is a small ceramic or metal component with fins on its surface that absorbs and disperses heat produced by electrical components, such as a processor.

A dual-core processor doubles the processing speed of a single-core processor.

Which of the following best defines superscalar, as it pertains to processors?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about caring for computers and mobile devices?

______ computing refers to an environment of servers that house and provide access to resources users access via the Internet.

Trash cans that send a signal when they need to be emptied is an example of the Internet of Things.

ROM stands for ______-only memory.

Desktop and servers use USB adapters.

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which two components work together to perform processing operations?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about motherboards?

DaaS stands for ______ as a service.

Introducing Todays Technologies

Connecting and Communicating Online

Computers and Mobile Devices

Programs and Apps

Digital Security Ethics and Privacy

Input and Output

Digital Storage

Operating Systems

Communicating Digital Content

Building Solutions

Working in the Enterprise: Systems, Certifications

Focus on Web Development

Filters