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Explain the difference between an ‘interpreter’ and a ‘compiler’. |.
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A. There is no difference.B. A compiler translates the entire program at once; an interpreter translates line by line.C. A compiler is faster; an interpreter is slower.
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What is the role of a ‘compiler’ in software development?
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A. To debug codeB. To execute codeC. To translate source code into machine codeD. To design user interfaces
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What does the acronym ‘RAM’ stand for in computer technology?
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A. Read-Only Access MemoryB. Random Access ModuleC. Read Access MemoryD. Random Access Memory
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Which programming paradigm emphasizes data structures and methods that operate.
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A. Procedural programmingB. Functional programmingC. Object-oriented programmingD. Logic programming
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What is the purpose of a ‘cache’ in computer systems?
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A. To store the operating systemB. To temporarily store frequently accessed dataC. To manage hard drive spaceD. To control network traffic
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What is a ‘computer network’? | interconnected computers & computer.
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A. A type of software applicationB. A single computer systemC. A collection of interconnected computers and devicesD. A storage device for large files
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What is the function of ‘output devices’ in a computer.
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A. Enter data into the computerB. Store data on the hard driveC. Display or present processed informationD. Manage computer processes
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What is the purpose of ‘input devices’ in a computer.
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A. Display information to the userB. Store data permanentlyC. Enter data or instructions into a computerD. Process data and instructions
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What is a ‘programming language’? | programming language & programming.
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A. A natural human languageB. A type of computer hardwareC. A formal language for instructing computersD. A type of data storage device
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What is the role of a ‘processor’ (CPU) in a.
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A. Manages file storageB. Controls the computer's displayC. Executes instructions from software programsD. Handles network connections