CS 107 Introduction to Data Processing

Exam 1

October 5, 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, "Exam 1", 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.

 


 Describe three of the four kinds of tasks that as computer system can perform.


 How does cache memory speed up processing time?


 How did the development of the GUI effect the popularity of home computing?


 Describe either USB or firewire.


 Describe each of the following types of memory; ROM, RAM, and CMOS.


 What are the two main catagories of computer monitors and how does each display output?


 What is an algorithm?


 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 the three parts of an operating system.

Extra Credit Questions

5 points each

  1. What is the name of the author of Computer Confluence?
  2. What well-known TV personality does the author resemble?

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