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What is the aim of the module Computer Technology 1 CMPU1109?
To provide students with the necessary background knowledge to understand modern computers, their structure, and operation.
What does IS&IT stand for in the context of this course?
Information Systems and Information Technology.
What is the primary teaching format of the course CMPU1109?
A combination of in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous classes.
What book is recommended for the Computer Technology 1 course?
The Architecture of Computer Hardware and Systems Software by Irv Englander.
List two major learning outcomes of this module.
Identify and describe major components of a typical computer. 2. Describe the operation of an operating system.
What are the two types of assessments for the course and their respective weightings?
Continuous Assessment (30%) and Written Examination (70%).
What is the Fetch Execute Cycle?
A cycle where the CPU retrieves, decodes, and executes instructions stored in memory.
Define multiprogramming.
The processing of several jobs at once while handling I/O during processing.
What are the major components of a typical general-purpose computer?
CPU, system bus, memory (RAM), input/output devices, and long-term storage.
What does the acronym CPU stand for?
Central Processing Unit.
What is the purpose of the control unit within the CPU?
To control processing of instructions and movement of data within the CPU.
Explain the concept of virtual memory.
A memory management capability that uses hardware and software to allow the system to use disk space as additional RAM.
What device stores both instructions and data for the CPU?
Memory (specifically RAM).
What is the purpose of an operating system?
To manage computer hardware and software resources and provide common services for computer programs.
Describe the hardware component of a computer system.
The physical parts that constitute a computer, including input, output, and storage devices.
What does the term 'fetch' mean in the Fetch Execute Cycle?
To retrieve the next instruction from memory as indicated by the program counter.
What are communication protocols?
Common ground rules of communication between computers, I/O devices, and many software programs.
Define mobile computing in the context of computer systems evolution.
A new generation of operating systems emphasizing connectivity across devices.
What is the role of the arithmetic/logic unit (ALU) in the CPU?
To perform arithmetic and Boolean logical calculations.
What does RAM stand for?
Random Access Memory.
List one example of an input device and one example of an output device.
Input device: keyboard; Output device: monitor.
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