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What is the function of the input unit of a computer?

To give results in the form of output
To enter data and programs into the computer system (correct)
To control all operations inside a computer
To process data as required by the user

What is the purpose of the memory in a computer?

To accept data or instructions by way of input
To process data as required by the user
To give results in the form of output
To save data and instructions permanently (correct)

What are the basic functions performed by a computer, irrespective of their size and make?

Store data, process data, accept data, give results, control all operations
Accept data, store data, process data, give results, control all operations (correct)
Accept data, process data, give results, control all operations, store data
Control all operations, give results, process data, store data, accept data

What is the process of entering data and programs into the computer system called?

Input (A) Signup and view all the answers

What can a computer do with the data it accepts through the input unit?

Process the data as required by the user (B) Signup and view all the answers

Explain the five major computer operations or functions performed by a computer, irrespective of its size and make.

The five major computer operations are: 1) accepting data or instructions by way of input, 2) storing data, 3) processing data as required by the user, 4) giving results in the form of output, and 5) controlling all operations inside a computer. Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of saving data and instructions permanently called?

The process of saving data and instructions permanently is called memory. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the purpose of the input unit in a computer.

The input unit is responsible for taking data from users to the computer in an organized manner for processing. Signup and view all the answers

How does a computer utilize the data it accepts through the input unit?

A computer takes the data from the input unit and performs processing to give out processed data. Signup and view all the answers

What are the types of tasks that a computer can perform with data, pictures, sound, and graphics?

A computer can process data, pictures, sound, and graphics. It can solve highly complicated problems quickly and accurately. Signup and view all the answers