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What was the primary limitation of early computers mentioned in the text?
What was the primary limitation of early computers mentioned in the text?
- They were too large and expensive for individuals to own
- They were only capable of accepting numeric data
- They could only be programmed by computer engineers (correct)
- They were confined to specific applications in science and engineering
In what areas has computing become embedded according to the text?
In what areas has computing become embedded according to the text?
- Science, engineering, and communication
- Financial institutions, social sciences, and humanities
- Space science, aviation, and transportation
- All of the above (correct)
What is the current status of the computer as mentioned in the text?
What is the current status of the computer as mentioned in the text?
- It is becoming ubiquitous and embedded in almost every item we use (correct)
- It is still too expensive for individuals to own
- It is confined to laboratories and research institutes
- It is limited to undertaking complex calculations in science and engineering
What was the original purpose of early computers in the text?
What was the original purpose of early computers in the text?
What was the initial restriction on who could program early computers?
What was the initial restriction on who could program early computers?
Flashcards
Who programmed early computers?
Who programmed early computers?
Early computers were only accessible to those with specialized knowledge, limiting their use and potential.
Computing is embedded in...
Computing is embedded in...
Computing has moved beyond standalone machines and is now integrated into everyday objects.
The current state of computing
The current state of computing
The computer has become so prevalent that it's essentially a part of every aspect of our lives.
Early computer purpose
Early computer purpose
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Early programming access
Early programming access
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Study Notes
Course Information
- CIT 104 is a course offered by the National Open University of Nigeria.
- The course is part of the Introduction to Computers programme.
Course Team
- The course was developed and written by Samuel O.Oluwadare, a professor at the Federal University of Technology, Akure-Nigeria.
- The Programme Leader is Professor A.Adebanjo from NOUN.
- The Course Coordinators are Dr. Jori Sanusi and Adams, A.E from NOUN.
Course Details
- The course guide was published in 2008 and reprinted in 2014 and 2020.
- The ISBN number for the course guide is 978-058-258-4.
- All rights are reserved by the National Open University of Nigeria.
Course Outline
- The course guide contains an introduction, course contents, course aims, course objectives, and working through the course information.
- The guide also includes information on course materials, study units, textbooks, and references.
- Assessment information is provided, including tutor-marked assignments and the final examination.
- The guide concludes with a summary.
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