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Computer System

Karnataka Board · Class 11 · Computer Science

Flashcards for Computer System — Karnataka Board Class 11 Computer Science. Quick Q&A cards covering key concepts, definitions, and formulas.

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Card 1Computer System Introduction

What is a computer system and what are its main components?

Answer

A computer system is a computer along with additional hardware and software that work together as a single unit. Main components include: (1) Central Processing Unit (CPU) - the brain that processes d

Card 2Central Processing Unit

What are the two main components of CPU and their functions?

Answer

The CPU has two main components: (1) Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) - performs all arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction) and logical operations (AND, OR, NOT) as per program instructions, and (2)

Card 3Memory Units

Arrange the memory units in ascending order: TB, KB, GB, MB, PB

Answer

In ascending order: KB (Kilobyte) < MB (Megabyte) < GB (Gigabyte) < TB (Terabyte) < PB (Petabyte). Each unit is 1024 times the previous unit. For example: 1 KB = 1024 Bytes, 1 MB = 1024 KB, 1 GB = 102

Card 4Primary Memory

What is the difference between RAM and ROM?

Answer

RAM (Random Access Memory): (1) Volatile - loses data when power is off, (2) Read and Write operations possible, (3) Stores programs and data temporarily during processing, (4) Faster access speed. RO

Card 5Computer Evolution

What is Von Neumann architecture and which computer was first built on this concept?

Answer

Von Neumann architecture, introduced by John Von Neumann in 1945, is a computer design concept where both data and programs are stored in the same memory. Components include: CPU for processing, Memor

Card 6Data Transfer

What are the three types of buses in a computer system?

Answer

The three types of buses are: (1) Data Bus - transfers actual data between CPU, memory, and I/O devices (bidirectional), (2) Address Bus - carries memory addresses from CPU to memory locations (unidir

Card 7Computer Evolution

What is Moore's Law and what does it predict?

Answer

Moore's Law was introduced by Intel co-founder Gordon Moore in 1965. It predicts that the number of transistors on a computer chip will double every two years, while the cost of computers will be halv

Card 8Data and Information

Give examples of structured, unstructured, and semi-structured data.

Answer

Structured Data: Organized in rows/columns format - student attendance records, bank transactions, spreadsheet data. Unstructured Data: No predefined format - audio/video files, social media posts, im

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