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What does the term 'computer' derive from?
What does the term 'computer' derive from?
- The Arabic word 'kutub'
- The Latin word 'computare' (correct)
- The Greek word 'kubernetes'
- The Sanskrit word 'sankhya'
How fast can computers process instructions per second?
How fast can computers process instructions per second?
- Billions (1,000,000,000)
- Hundreds (100)
- Millions (1,000,000) (correct)
- Thousands (1,000)
What is a key feature of a computer's memory compared to that of human beings?
What is a key feature of a computer's memory compared to that of human beings?
- Superior consistency and accuracy (correct)
- Faster processing speed
- Larger storage capacity
- Ability to feel emotions
What does versatility refer to in the context of a computer?
What does versatility refer to in the context of a computer?
Why are errors likely to occur in computer calculations?
Why are errors likely to occur in computer calculations?