Computer Architecture and Storage Quiz
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What is the general function of a computer?

  • Generating and processing output
  • Transferring and transmitting information
  • Storing and manipulating information (correct)
  • Creating and organizing data

What is the difference between data and information?

  • Data and information have the same meaning in the context of computing
  • Data are raw facts, while information is processed and useful data (correct)
  • Data are processed facts, while information is raw and unprocessed
  • Data and information are interchangeable terms

What is the main purpose of input in the information processing cycle?

  • To store processed information
  • To generate meaningful output
  • To provide data for processing (correct)
  • To transmit information externally

Why does a computer typically have different types of memory and storage devices?

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What is the primary output of the information processing cycle?

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What is the primary purpose of input in the information processing cycle?

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What best describes the difference between data and information?

<p>Data are unprocessed facts, while information consists of processed and useful data (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a computer's memory and storage devices?

<p>To store and retrieve data and instructions for processing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of computers, what does output primarily refer to?

<p>Processed information provided by the computer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What best describes the structure and organization of a computer?

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Computer Function

The fundamental task performed by a computer, involving the acquisition, manipulation, and presentation of data.

Data

Raw, unprocessed facts and figures.

Information

Processed data that provides meaning and context, making it useful for decision-making.

Input

The process of providing raw data to a computer for processing.

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Memory and Storage Variety

Different types of memory and storage devices are used in computers to accommodate various needs in terms of speed and capacity.

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Output

The primary result of the information processing cycle, representing processed and meaningful data.

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Function of Memory and Storage

Storing and retrieving data and instructions for processing.

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Computer Output

Processed information provided by the computer.

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Computer Structure

Describes the arrangement of internal components and their interaction within a computer.

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Information Processing Cycle

Understanding how a computer handles data, from input to output, involves grasping the core processes of data manipulation.

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