Stacy Pouliot

Explain the characteristics of cache memory.

Outline the functions of the ALU.

Define the phrase 'operating system.'

Outline the primary function of an ALU in a CPU or GPU.

Outline the relationship between binary and hexadecimal.

Outline two characteristics of spreadsheets.

Describe the key characteristics and types of primary memory

One of the functions of an operating system is memory management. Describe how this function prevents the system from crashing when more than one program is run at the same time.

State why the hexadecimal number system is frequently used in computing.