CS 107 Introduction to Data ProcessingExam 1October 5, 2004 |
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What is Moore's Law and how does it effect today's computer technology? Besides magnetic storage disks and optical disks, describe one other type of secondary storage device. Explain what influence word size has on processing time. Compare and contrast the CISC chip and the RISC chip. Describe four items that can be found on a motherboard. Describe each of the following types of memory; ROM, RAM, and CMOS. Describe the three parts of an operating system. Compare and contrast a magnetic storage disk and an optical storage disk; give an example of each. What are expansion slots used for? Name two types of cards that could go in an expansion slot. Describe three different types of input devices; how does each device receive the input?
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