Other Programming & Computer Science Answers

1. Develop an explanation of the purpose of and interaction between hardware, systems software and 

applications software to someone who is unfamiliar with them. To help the explanation use an example 

based on the creation of a spreadsheet to calculate wages based on hours worked. Start your description 

with when the PC is first switched on.

1. What are the benefits of web-based e-mail services, like those offered by Yahoo! and MSN, for home 

users? Why are companies unlikely to use these services for business purposes?

ASSIGNMENT 2 (due: 30th July 2021) 

1. What are the benefits of web-based e-mail services, like those offered by Yahoo! and MSN, for home 

users? Why are companies unlikely to use these services for business purposes?

2. Develop an explanation of the purpose of and interaction between hardware, systems software and 

applications software to someone who is unfamiliar with them. To help the explanation use an example 

based on the creation of a spreadsheet to calculate wages based on hours worked. Start your description 

with when the PC is first switched on.

3. ‘The results from search engines cannot be relied upon.’ Carry out any additional research you need in 

order to discuss whether or not you think this statement is true.

ASSIGNMENT 1 (due: 16th July 2021)

1. With aid of a diagram, explain the stages the CPU goes through as it executes a 

program. [25 marks] 

2. Give a brief account on the technology used in Flash memory implementation [25

marks] 

3. Explain the start-up process of a computer clearly indicating the purpose of the POST, 

BIOS and CMOS. [25 marks].

4. With aid of a diagram, give a brief explanation on the type of busses available on 

modern computer systems and the purpose of the North Bridge and South Bridge. 

Your diagram should clearly show where the bridges are and what connects them. [25 marks].

Build a personal profile in javascript(react native) with your name, an image, and a short description. You are encouraged to add other components/elements if you want to.

Explain the term “deadlock” and used in operating systems and discuss the conditions necessary for a deadlock condition to occur in a computer system