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MI – May 2015 – L1 – SA – Q17 – Computer Hardware, Software, and Data Life Cycle

Identify the incorrect reason for upgrading storage capacity on a microcomputer system.

A major consideration for an upgrade of a microcomputer system is an increase in storage capacity because of the following EXCEPT
A. Inadequate space to store files
B. Inadequate space to install new programs
C. Lack of secure place to backup important files
D. Inability to download large files from the internet
E. Inability to log-on to internet

Answer:
E. Inability to log-on to internet

Explanation:
An inability to log on to the internet is not related to storage capacity. This is typically a network or connectivity issue.

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MI – May 2015 – L1 – SA – Q16 – Computer Hardware, Software, and Data Life Cycle

Identify the term used for processed data or information from a computer system.

Processed data or information from a computer system is called
A. Input-output
B. Hardcopy
C. Softcopy
D. Output
E. Input

Answer:
D. Output

Explanation:
The result of data processing in a computer system is referred to as “output,” which can be in the form of reports, files, or other results.

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MI – May 2015 – L1 – SA – Q15 – Computer Hardware, Software, and Data Life Cycle

Identify the correct characteristic of real-time processing.

Real-Time Processing Technique is characterised by
A. High turn-around time
B. Low turn-around time
C. Medium turn-around time
D. Very high turn-around time
E. Very little turn-around time

Answer:
E. Very little turn-around time

Explanation:
Real-time processing has very little turn-around time, meaning that it processes transactions almost instantly, minimizing any delays.

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MI – May 2015 – L1 – SA – Q14 – Computer Hardware, Software, and Data Life Cycle

Identify the transaction processing technique with severe time limitation.

A transaction processing technique with severe time limitation is called
A. Time Sharing Processing
B. Distributed Processing
C. Real-Time Processing
D. Multi-tasking
E. Multi-processing

 

Answer:
C. Real-Time Processing

Explanation:
Real-time processing involves handling data as soon as it is input, often under strict time constraints, such as in transaction systems like ATMs or online booking systems.

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