Computer Systems 0.0 / 5 ? ComputingComputer systemsGCSEAQA Created by: Mr_MackintoastCreated on: 24-02-17 18:11 What is a 'dedicated' computer system? A dedicated computer system is a system which is designed for one particular purpose 1 of 8 What contains a computer system? Most electronic gadgets (e.g. cameras, washing machines, bugalar alarms) 2 of 8 Give an example of a dedicated system. Digital Camera, ATM, Washing Machine, Bugalar Alarms 3 of 8 What is a 'general purpose' system? A general purpose system is a computer system which can be used for different reasons according to what needs to be done 4 of 8 Give examples of dedicated software. Shutter Speed in Cameras, Car Cruise Control Speeds, Robotic Vacuum Cleaner Guides, Logging mobile phone onto a network, 5 of 8 What is an 'embedded system'? An embedded system is a computer system which forms part of an electronic device. 6 of 8 What is the 'kernel'? The kernel is the lowest level of an operating system that controls the hardware 7 of 8 Give examples of systems which make use of the Linux Kernel. Some GPS', Media Players, Smart Phones, Android Operating System. 8 of 8
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