BGS, BSGS Bachelor of General Studies BSGS Computer Studies 3

Question 1

What does RAM stand for in computer hardware?

Accepted Answer

Random Access Memory

Answer

RAM stands for Random Access Memory, providing fast temporary storage that the CPU uses for active processes.

Question 2

In networking, what is a subnet mask used for?

Accepted Answer

To identify the network and host portions of an IP address

Answer

A subnet mask distinguishes which part of an IP address refers to the network and which part identifies the host.

Question 3

Which programming paradigm treats computation as the evaluation of mathematical functions and avoids changing state?

Accepted Answer

Functional Programming

Answer

Functional programming emphasizes pure functions and immutability, avoiding side effects and shared state.

Question 4

What is a primary key in a relational database?

Accepted Answer

A field that uniquely identifies each record in a table

Answer

A primary key uniquely identifies each row in a database table and cannot contain NULL values.

Question 5

In computer graphics, what does GPU stand for?

Accepted Answer

Graphics Processing Unit

Answer

GPU stands for Graphics Processing Unit, a specialized processor designed to accelerate rendering of images and video.

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