Introduction to Computer Science – D684
(Western Governors University, 2024) –
Section 4 Key Terms and Definitions Summary
Introduction:
This document provides a complete overview of the key
terminology from Section 4 of the WGU D684 Introduction to
Computer Science course. It includes clear definitions of
essential operating-system concepts, process management
terms, CPU scheduling methods, memory-management
techniques, and file-system vocabulary. The content is
structured for quick revision and supports targeted
preparation for course assessments.
Exam Questions and Answers:
dumb terminal -Answer:-a simple display and input device
with no processing power relying on a central computer for
computing tasks
dynamic partition technique -Answer:-a memory management
method where memory is divided into variable-sized partitions
based on the needs of processes
, first-come, first-served (FCFS) -Answer:-a CPU scheduling
algorithm that processes requests in the order they arrive
without priority
fixed partition technique -Answer:-a memory management
method where memory is divided into fixed-sized partitions,
each holding one process
frame -Answer:-a fixed-size block of physical memory used in
paging systems to hold pages of virtual memory
logical address -Answer:-an address generated by the CPU
during a program's execution that is then translated to a
physical address
mainframe -Answer:-a large, powerful computer that can
handle many simultaneous users and tasks, often used in
enterprise environments
memory management -Answer:-the process of controlling and
coordinating computer memory, including the allocation and
deallocation of memory spaces
(Western Governors University, 2024) –
Section 4 Key Terms and Definitions Summary
Introduction:
This document provides a complete overview of the key
terminology from Section 4 of the WGU D684 Introduction to
Computer Science course. It includes clear definitions of
essential operating-system concepts, process management
terms, CPU scheduling methods, memory-management
techniques, and file-system vocabulary. The content is
structured for quick revision and supports targeted
preparation for course assessments.
Exam Questions and Answers:
dumb terminal -Answer:-a simple display and input device
with no processing power relying on a central computer for
computing tasks
dynamic partition technique -Answer:-a memory management
method where memory is divided into variable-sized partitions
based on the needs of processes
, first-come, first-served (FCFS) -Answer:-a CPU scheduling
algorithm that processes requests in the order they arrive
without priority
fixed partition technique -Answer:-a memory management
method where memory is divided into fixed-sized partitions,
each holding one process
frame -Answer:-a fixed-size block of physical memory used in
paging systems to hold pages of virtual memory
logical address -Answer:-an address generated by the CPU
during a program's execution that is then translated to a
physical address
mainframe -Answer:-a large, powerful computer that can
handle many simultaneous users and tasks, often used in
enterprise environments
memory management -Answer:-the process of controlling and
coordinating computer memory, including the allocation and
deallocation of memory spaces
