Exam 2: Computers: the Machines Behind Computing

Write a short note on fifth-generation languages and briefly describe some of its features.

Very-large-scale integration (VLSI)circuits were introduced in the fifth generation computers.

The ____________________ is the heart of a computer.

The contents of Programmable read-only memory (PROM)can be erased and reprogrammed.

CD-ROMs and DVDs are examples of _____.

Typically,____ are used only in large enterprises because of their cost and installation complexity.

ASCII defines up to ____ characters.

_____ is a function performed by control programs that manages computer resources,such as storage and memory.

How many bytes is a data of 48 bits?

What are the main types of secondary memory?

____________________ bits equal 1 byte.

Microsoft PowerPoint is the most commonly used ____________________ software.

____________________ is a light-sensitive stylus connected to the monitor with a cable.When it is placed on an on-screen location,the data in that spot is sent to the computer.

____________________ discs use laser beams to access and store data.

Which of the following computer languages is the easiest to use?

Computers and communication systems use _____ to represent and transfer information between computers and network systems.

The split keyboard has been developed for better ergonomics.

Provide a definition for a computer and explain the purpose of a computer program.

What is the reason for the popularity of memory sticks?

A(n)____ is a type of memory that stores data sequentially.