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Storage mediums & MUMPS
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- 1What does MUMPS stand for?Memory Management, User Interface, Multi-tasking, Peripheral Management, Security.
- 2What is Memory Management?The operating system managing the transfer data between the CPU, RAM and main storage.
(it manages memory) - 3What is user interface?The operating system allowing the user to control the computer functions without having to use machine code.
- 4What is peripheral management?The operating system managing the inputs and outputs connected to the computer.
- 5What is multi-tasking?The operating system allowing more than one program to be open at one time, so the user can switch between programs easily.
- 6what is security?The operating system providing security features to restrict access to certain files or the system.
- 7An example of user interfaceWindows
- 8Examples of securityPass-code on a phone, password on a computer.
- 9Examples of multi-taskingMultiple apps open on a phone/tablet, multiple windows open on a browser.
- 10What do optical devices use to store data?lasers
- 11What do magnetic devices use to store data?Magnets
- 12What do solid state devices use to store data?They have physical switches.
- 13examples of optical storageCD, Blue-ray, DVD
- 14examples of magnetic storageFloppy disc, Internal hard-drive, portable hardisk
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- GCSE Computer Science Flashcards on Storage mediums & MUMPS, created by Molly Woods on 22/11/2015.
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