Printable Loopcards | Topic 2—Computer organization (6 hours) | IB Computer Science

What are loop cards?

Loop cards are a great game that can be played individually or as a class. They are perfect for review key vocabulary or questions at the end of a topic or when revising for an exam.

Instructions

  1. Cut out the cards from the paper horizontally (but don't cut them in half!) and then shuffle them.
  2. Now start joining each question on the right hand side of the card to the matching answer on the next card.
  3. Carry on until all the cards loop together and you have competed the game!

Hint: Make sure that you set your paper to portrait to print 4 cards per sheet of A4 paper.

Edit Vocab

Application software is important in the modern world because it enables individuals and organizations to perform various tasks efficiently and effectively.
Can you convert the denary/decimal number 76 to binary?
Yes, it is 1001100.
What are some common types of persistent storage in smartphones?
Common types of persistent storage in smartphones include eMMC, UFS, and microSD cards.
What is virtual memory and how does it work?
Virtual memory is a memory management technique that uses hard disk space to supplement physical RAM in order to increase the amount of memory available to programs. When physical memory is full, the operating system retrieves data from the hard disk and writes it to a temporary file on the hard disk called a page file. When the data is needed again, it is retrieved from the hard disk and written back to physical memory.
What is the disadvantage of using a hard disk drive for persistent storage?
The disadvantage of using a hard disk drive for persistent storage is that it is susceptible to physical damage and can fail over time.
What is the purpose of a logic diagram?
To show the logic of a digital circuit and the relationship between inputs and outputs.
What are some advantages of using cloud storage for persistent storage?
Advantages of using cloud storage for persistent storage include remote accessibility, scalability, and off-site backups.
What is the execute stage of the machine instruction cycle?
The execute stage is where the CPU performs the action specified by the instruction.
What factors can affect the cache hit rate?
The factors that can affect the cache hit rate include the size and capacity of the cache memory, the frequency and pattern of data or instruction access, and the complexity of the memory access patterns.
Can you convert the binary number 1001 to hexadecimal?
Yes, it is 9.
Why is application software important in the modern world?