IC3 - Digital Literacy Hardware and Software Concepts 2

Question 1

What is the difference between SSD and HDD storage?

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SSDs use flash memory with no moving parts while HDDs use spinning magnetic disks

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SSDs use magnetic platters while HDDs use flash memory

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SSDs are always larger in capacity than HDDs

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There is no functional difference between them

Question 2

What is virtualization technology?

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Running multiple virtual computers on a single physical machine using software

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A type of video game graphics

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A method of increasing internet speed

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Converting physical documents to digital format

Question 3

What is the purpose of an operating system's task manager or activity monitor?

Accepted Answer

To view and manage running processes, CPU usage, memory consumption, and system performance

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To schedule calendar appointments

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To download software updates

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To organize files and folders

Question 4

What is firmware and how does it differ from regular software?

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Firmware is permanent software embedded in hardware that controls basic device functions

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Firmware is another name for antivirus software

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Firmware only exists on mobile phones

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Firmware is software that has been deleted

Question 5

What is the role of cache memory in a computer system?

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It provides ultra-fast temporary storage for frequently accessed data to speed up processing

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It permanently stores user files

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It backs up data to an external drive

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It manages internet browsing history

Question 6

What does 'open source software' mean?

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Software whose source code is publicly available and can be viewed, modified, and distributed

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Software that is always free of charge

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Software that only runs on open networks

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Software that has no copyright protection