November 2021 J276 Paper 1 Flashcards
1
Q
If the computer does not have enough RAM to run a process it can make use of …………………………… memory
A
Virtual
2
Q
RAM and ROM are both examples of …………………………… memory.
A
Primary
3
Q
Memory located close to the processor that allows faster access than from RAM is called …………………………… memory.
A
Cache
4
Q
State the purpose of a CPU
A
To fetch decode execute instructions
5
Q
State what is meant by a single core 2.5 GHz processor
A
It can process 2.5 billion fetch decode execute cycles per second
Single core means there is only 1 processor
6
Q
Identify and describe two functions of an operating system
A
FGUMP!
File management
creation and editing of files
User interface
allows user to input data and outputs data to the user
7
Q
State the purpose of utility system software
A
Perform maintenance tasks
