CSC 101 Introduction to Computers

Fall 2004

Exam 2

November 17, 2004
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 Directions:
  1. Open MS Word
  2. Select the ten questions and the extra credit questions below and cut and paste into the Word document
  3. Add a header with your name, "Test 2", and the date
  4. Save the document
  5. Answer each question within the Word document immediately following each question
  6. Spell check the exam
  7. Printout a copy of the exam and turn it in.

Each question is worth 10 points. Partial credit will be given for partially correct answers.

 


 Why do we use point and draw input devices?  Name two.


 What is the difference between fixed magnetic storage and interchangeable magnetic storage?  Give one example of each.


 What is a bus and what job does it perform?


 What are the three types of information that can be stored in a byte?


 What is a motherboard?


 What is Word Size and how does Word Size affect processor speed?


 How does virtual memory work?


 Name two encoding systems; what is the purpose of an encoding system?


 Name and describe two parts of a CPU.



 How is data stored on a CD-ROM?

Extra Credit Questions

5 points each

  1. DVD stands for?
  2. Is a flash drive non-volatile?

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