CSC 101 Introduction to Computers

Fall 2004

Exam 2

November 17, 2004
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Assignments - Tuesday Class

Assignments - Mon-Wed Class

Lecture Overviews

 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.

 


 We say that memory is volatile - what do we mean by that?


 What are the two types of computer monitors?  Briefly describe how each displays output.


 What is the Instruction Cycle? - Name the four steps of the Instruction Cycle.


 What is a VFAT and what is its purpose?


 What is Grid Computing?


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


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


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


 How is data represented within RAM?  How is data represented on an optical disc?



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

Extra Credit Questions

5 points each

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

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