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8/29/24, 6:20 PMCGS1060C MIDTERM
Jeremiah
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when an operating system employs virtual memory
memory,it swaps files to the hard disk.
the data stored in - is saved even when a Rom
computer has been powered off.
Flash memory is an example of - memory. programmable memory.
when the computer is shut down, the Ram
information in - is erased.
memory chips or modules hold data and CPU
programs as they are being processed by
the -, and are usually found on the
motherboard.
USB flash drives and camera memory cards solid state storage
are types of -storage
CDs and DVDs are types of- storage optical storage
data stored on a tape is -, so it requires you sequential
to forward or rewind the tape to access
information
data stored on a hard disk uses - access, so random or direct
you can go directly to the area of the drive
where the data is stored
hard drives with read/write heads that move magnetic storage
over the surface of platters are a type of-
storage
performs arithmetic and logic functions in ALU
the CPU
the smallest unit of time a processor can cycle
measure
sets the speed at which the CPU executes processor clock
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the instructions
the " brain" of a computer CPU
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an electronic channel that transfers data in bus
multiple directions
a processing technique, an operating system multithreading
uses to process many parts of a single
program
part of the hard drive that the operating virtual memory
system uses as additional RAM
a processing technique an operating system parallel processing
uses to divide one task among many
processors
a processing technique an operating system multiprocessing
can use if the computer has many
processors
a key task that operating systems perform to memory management
use RAM efficiently
the type of software that lets you copy, file management software
move, rename, and delete files and folders
the type of software you use most directly to application software
perform tasks such as writing a screenplay
the software that runs a computer system software
the type of software that performs a specific, utility software
limited task usually related to managing or
maintaining a computer system
a collection of major operating system service pack
updates
the keys on your keyboard are sticky clean the device
your computer is running very slowly and remove unwanted files
you can no longer run your favorite program
on your computer
your wireless mouse is unresponsive,and the change the batteries
pointer is not moving
the monitor attached to your computer is plug in power cord
blank and makes no sound when you turn it
on
your desktop computer won't work at all call a technician
even though it's plugged in and has been
turned on
use cleaning products specifically meant for alcohol
computer screens, such as a 50/50 solution
of - and water
-,state drives,which have no moving solid state drives
parts,are less likely to be damaged by dirt
and impact,but should still be treated with
care.
store the - cards from your digital camera in memory cards
their cases when not in the camera
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