Practice Definition Of A Computer Program (11.3.1) - Components of the Processor
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Definition of a Computer Program

Practice - Definition of a Computer Program

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Question 1 Easy

What is a computer program?

💡 Hint: Consider it like a recipe that tells a computer what to do.

Question 2 Easy

Name one component of a CPU.

💡 Hint: Think about what part manages instructions.

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Question 1

What is the primary function of a CPU?

To store data
To execute instructions
To handle user input

💡 Hint: What does the brain do?

Question 2

True or False: The Von Neumann architecture does not allow data and programs to be stored together.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about how a recipe might be organized.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Explain the differences between a specific application program and system software, detailing their functions.

💡 Hint: Consider your computer's operating system as an example.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss the implications of using a different instruction set architecture on program effectiveness and implementation.

💡 Hint: Think about how tools for different jobs can change the outcome of a project.

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