Question and Answers 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What do registers provide for the CPU?
A
The CPU uses registers for temporary storage of internal commands and data.
2
Q
What function does the external data bus have in the PC?
A
The external data bus provides a channel for the flow of data and commands between the CPU and RAM.
3
Q
What is the function of the address bus in the PC?
A
The address bus enables the CPU to communicate with the memory controller chip (MCM).
4
Q
Which the following terms are measures of CPU speed?
A
Megahertz and gigahertz.
5
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Which CPU feature enables the microprocessor to support running multiple operating systems at the same time?
A
Virtualization support.
6
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Which feature enables a single-core CPU to function like two CPUs?
A
Hyperthreading.
