CSC 101 Introduction to Computers Fall 2004 Exam 2 November 17, 2004

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Directions: Open MS Word Select the ten questions and the extra credit questions below and cut and paste into the Word document Add a header with your name, "Test 2", and the date Save the document Answer each question within the Word document immediately following each question Spell check the exam 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.

 Compare and contrast primary storage and secondary storage.


 What does DPI stand for.  What type of output devices is describe by DPI?


 What is Moore's Law?


 Name and briefly describe three input devices.


 Define the following:  track, sector, and cluster.


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


 What is the advantage of parallel processors?


 What is Grid Computing?


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



 What is the advantage of having large clusters; what is the disadvantage?


 

Extra Credit Questions

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

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