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Explain the components of operating system?
There are several components of the operating system which facilitate the proper functioning of a computer system. The main component if the kernel which is broken down into CPU, memory and other devices.
What is The component of the operating software that provides the user interface is called the?
shell
Which Software loads the operating system into memory before execution?
bootstrap
Where is some of the system software held?
ROM memory chips on the motherboard
What are the two main operating system?
there are two main opearating system 1). System Software 2). Opplication Software
Is main memory a soft ware component in computer?
yes
Which laptop component is typically considered a CRU?
. RAM MEMORY (IT Essentials Ardware&Software answer)
Which system software resides in main memory?
LOADERS
Which processing component stores temporary information that the CPU and software need to keep running?
memory
Is software stored in main memory or non volatile memory?
Both. The software resides in the nonvolatile memory when it is not being run, and a copy is loaded into main memory when it is being run. Programs have to reside in RAM in order for the CPU to process their instructions.
Which area of the computer holds the data and instruction that are about to be used by the central processing unit?
MAIN MEMORY
What component has the fastest speed on computer?
Register. The memory hierarchy in the decreasing order of speeds: 1. Register 2. Cache 3. Main memory 4. Disks 5. Auxiliary memory
Differential between module and software component?
two partof module and software component
Kernal memory is what?
The kernel is the main component of most computer operating systems; it is a bridge between applications and the actual data processing done at the hardware level. The kernel's responsibilities include managing the system's resources (the communication between hardware and software components)
How can the processor find data items stored in main memory?
The software would tell it where to find the items.
What is a memory component?
A memory component is a basic type of integrated circuit which is used to store data or computer programs.
What part that holds the programs application data and interrupt service routines when they are being executed?
When programs' application data and interrupt service routines are being executed they are held in a computer's main memory. The largest component of main memory is RAM.
