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Computer Systems Flashcards

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What are the 4 main elements of a computer system?

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Secondary storage (HDD, SSD, CD etc.)
Primary storage (RAM/ROM)
Processors (CPU/GPU)
Input/Output devices (keyboard, mouse, monitor etc.)

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What are the two main types of computer system?

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Embedded system

General purpose system

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What are the 3 examples of embedded systems?

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Washing machines
Digital cameras
Sat-Navs

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What are 3 examples of general purpose systems?

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PCs
Macs
Smartphones

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Define “embedded system”.

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A computer system that is built into another device to support its operation.

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Define “general purpose system”.

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Computer systems capable of completing multiple different tasks.

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