Problem
1. By means of an example, distinguish between an operating system and anti-virus software.
2. Describe the functional characteristics and applicability of the following memory types; R.O.M and R.A.M.
3. Explain how a computer differs from a simple electronic calculator.
4. Convert the following numbers as appropriate:
a. 89.25 base 10 to binary
b. 010011.101 base 2 to decimal
5. Discuss any two limitations of the main memory and explain how they can be overcome.
6. "You would you rather switch off a computer using the shutdown command from the start menu than use the power switch". Do you agree with the above statement? Why? Why not?
7. Discuss any two positive and two negative impacts that the widespread use of computers has had on society.
8. Explain the work of a control unit and the arithmetic logic unit in any CPU.