the part of the computer that carries out instructions and makes decisions

where the computer temporarily stores data and instructions it is using

where the computer keeps data and files permanently, even when it's turned off

to run or carry out the commands in a program

Computer architecture

Computing

Traditional computer systems

The operating system

Boolean logic

Data science

Machine learning and artificial intelligence

In this unit pupils will explore the layers of computer systems from programs to the physical components that store and execute these programs. They will discover the fundamental binary building blocks that make up computer systems and how systems are evolving for developments such as AI.

Computer systems and data science

Which part of a computer is responsible for carrying out instructions?

temporarily holds data and instructions being used

Which part of a computer keeps data even when the computer is turned off?

The CPU fetches an instruction from memory.

Arrange these steps for how a computer executes a program.

where data and instructions are kept temporarily

where data and files are kept permanently

the steps for running instructions in a computer

Only the CPU is needed for a computer to work.

The CPU is important, but the computer needs memory, storage, and other parts.

The mouse and keyboard are the only important parts.

Which statement is correct about the importance of computer parts?

the physical parts of a computer, like the keyboard or screen

the apps and instructions that run on a computer

a set of instructions that tells a computer what to do

information such as numbers, text, or images that a computer uses

the software that controls the computer and manages other programs

Match each keyword to its correct description.

What word describes an electronic device that processes data?

Put these actions in order for using a general-purpose computer.

What makes a general-purpose computer different from a single-purpose device?

Starter Quiz

Match each keyword to its correct description.