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High level languages need to be translated. A program written in a high level language can be compiled or interpreted. Give two advantages that a compiled program has over an interpreted program. [KU] (2 points)

Software written in a high level language is said to be portable. What does portability of software mean? [KU] (1 point)

An operating system is a program that controls the operation of a computer. Some operating systems allow multi-access.
What is meant by multi-access? [KU] (1 point)

Describe a situation where multi-access would be useful. [KU] (1 point)

One of the functions of the Operating System is file management. The diagram below shows how a user organises her files.
What type of filing system has she used? [KU] (1 point)

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Describe two benefits of using this type of filing system. Use examples from the diagram above to illustrate your answer. [PS] (1 point)

The part of the computer which carries out the processing is called the Central Processing Unit (CPU).
Name three of the main parts of the CPU. [KU] (1 point)

Describe the function of two of the main parts of the CPU. [KU] (1 point)

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